Heart Trouble

Paul Hill, George Clinton

About Heart Trouble

"Heart Trouble" was the third official release by the Detroit soul group The Parliaments. The single was released in 1965 by Golden World Records (GW-46). "Heart Trouble" was the only single that the Parliaments recorded for the label. In 1965, the Parliaments' line up consisted of George Clinton, Grady Thomas, Ray Davis, Fuzzy Haskins, and Calvin Simon, a line-up that would remain intact until 1977. "Heart Trouble" was later re-worked in 1973 under the title "You Can't Miss What You Can't Measure", featured on the Funkadelic album Cosmic Slop. Another version of the track was recorded approximately three years earlier, yet did not surface until the 2008 release of the CD "Toys". The b-side, "That Was My Girl" was re-recorded in 1972 and was featured on America Eats Its Young. 


Year:
2008
3:26
205 
#2

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Worry angel's got a hold on me
I can't think for myself
I'm turnin' gray from being blue
You've found someone else

This strangest thing is buggin' me
Without your face around
You've found another to do your lovin'
Me you have put down

And I'm sittin' here with a broken heart
Wishin' you'd come home
Sittin' here with achin' arms
I just can't go on

Heart trouble
My life just ain't worthwhile
Without your love
I can't even force a smile

I'm trudging water all through the house
I thought was from a leakin' sink
I phoned the plumber to rush right over
See if he could fix the leak

He rushed right in and he took a look
Much to my surprise
He said, my son it's not your sink
It's teardrops from your eye

And I'm sittin' here with a broken heart
Wishin' you'd come home
Sittin' here with achin' arms
I just can't go on

Heart trouble
My life just ain't worthwhile
Without your love
I can't even force a smile

Heart trouble
You know that my life just ain't worthwhile
Without your love
Can't even force a smile

I chew my nails off one by one
Only got one to go
And until I see your face again
Nails I have no more

My nerves are shot, I smoke a lot
In this loneliness
And until I see your face again
My poor heart won't rest

And I'm sittin' here with a broken heart
Wishin' you'd come home
Sittin' here with achin' arms
I just can't go on

Heart trouble
My life just ain't worthwhile
Without your love
I can't even force a smile

Heart trouble
My life just ain't worthwhile
Without your love
You know I can't even force a smile

My nerves are shot, I smoke a lot
In this loneliness
And until I see your face again
The lonely heart won't rest

Heart trouble
Without your love

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George Clinton

George Clinton (born July 22, 1941) is an American singer, songwriter, bandleader, and music producer and the principal architect of P-Funk. He was the mastermind of the bands Parliament and Funkadelic during the 1970s and early 1980s, and launched a solo career in 1981. He has been cited as one of the foremost innovators of funk music, along with James Brown and Sly Stone. Clinton was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1997 with fifteen other members of Parliament-Funkadelic. more »

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Written by: SIDNEY A. BARNES, GEORGE S CLINTON

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing

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10 facts about this song

Album Release
"Heart Trouble" is a track featured on George Clinton's solo album titled "Computer Games" which was released in 1982.
Class Crossover
The song and the album in particular showcase Clinton's ability to cross between genres, blending elements of funk, soul, and rock.
Collaborative Effort
The album "Computer Games", including the song "Heart Trouble", was produced by George Clinton in collaboration with other members of Parliament-Funkadelic.
Critical Acclaim
Despite its offbeat stylings and unconventional rhythms, "Heart Trouble" helped earn "Computer Games" a place on Rolling Stone magazine's list of the top 100 albums of the decade.
Funk Pioneer
George Clinton is considered a pioneer of the funk genre, and "Heart Trouble," with its groovy basslines and intricate harmonies, is a testament to his groundbreaking approach to music.
Cultural Impact
"Heart Trouble" and the rest of Clinton's discography has influenced many later musical acts, from R&B and hip-hop artists to alternative rock bands.
Band Involvement
Despite being a solo track, many members of Parliament-Funkadelic are involved in creating the music of "Heart Trouble".
Notable Lyrics
Some fans interpret the lyrics of "Heart Trouble" as a commentary on the struggles faced by African-American communities during the time of its release, although this interpretation is subjective.
Sampled
Like many of George Clinton’s works, "Heart Trouble" has been sampled by several hip hop artists, reflecting its enduring appeal and influence.
Career Revolution
The album "Computer Games", which includes "Heart Trouble", marked a change in Clinton's career from band leader to solo artist, setting a precedent for future releases.

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