I Never Loved a Man
Aretha Franklin
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You're a no good heart breaker You're a liar and you're a cheat And I don't know why I let you do these things to me My friends keep telling me That you ain't no good But oh, they don't know That I'd leave you if I could I guess I'm uptight And I'm stuck like glue Cause I ain't never I ain't never, I ain't never, no, no (loved a man) (The way that I, I love you) Some time ago I thought You had run out of fools But I was so wrong You got one that you'll never lose The way you treat me is a shame How could ya hurt me so bad Baby, you know that I'm the best thing That you ever had Kiss me once again Don't ya never, never say that we we're through Cause I ain't never Never, Never, no, no (loved a man) (The way that I, I love you) I can't sleep at night And I can't even fight I guess I'll never be free Since you got, your hooks, in me Whoa, oh, oh Yeah! Yeah! I ain't never loved a man I ain't never loved a man, baby Ain't never had a man hurt me so bad No Well this is what I'm gonna do about it
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Written by: Ronnie Shannon
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10 facts about this song
Debut Success"I Never Loved a Man (The Way I Love You)" is the first big hit and signature song by Aretha Franklin. This song became her breakthrough hit, reaching the top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100 in 1967.
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Label ImpactThe song is notable as Franklin's first released single after she moved from Columbia Records to Atlantic Records. This track marked the turning point in her career, defining her sound and image for the following years.
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Recording locationIt was recorded at the famous FAME Studios in Muscle Shoals, Alabama in 1966. The session represents Aretha’s first ever away from New York City.
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Iconic Session MusiciansThe Swampers, a famous group of studio musicians, played on the track. These musicians have contributed to some of America's most popular music, including songs by the Rolling Stones and Simon and Garfunkel.
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Songwriter NodIt was written by legendary songwriter Ronnie Shannon. This was Shannon's only massive hit, but his contribution to Franklin's career is undeniable.
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Acclaimed RespectRolling Stone ranked "I Never Loved a Man (The Way I Love You)" at number 189 on their list of the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time.
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Chart ToppingThe song topped the Billboard R&B chart for a total of seven weeks.
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Live PerformancesFranklin performed the song on her episode of VH1 Divas Live, showcasing its lasting significance in her renowned catalog.
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Inspirational ImpactThis song greatly influenced generations of Soul, R&B, and Pop artists. Many performers, such as Alicia Keys and Christina Aguilera, have cited Aretha Franklin's delivery in this song as a major influence in their own singing style.
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Album ThemeThis song is also the title track to Franklin's 1967 album, "I Never Loved a Man the Way I Love You", which is considered one of the greatest albums in the history of pop music.
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