Neither One of Us

Gladys Knight

About Neither One of Us

"Neither One of Us (Wants to Be the First to Say Goodbye)" is a song recorded by Gladys Knight & the Pips. Released on December 26, 1972 on Motown's Soul Records imprint as S 35098, it became one of their biggest hit singles to date, and was also the last single the group released prior to them leaving Motown for Buddah Records in February 1973.


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1990
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It's sad to think we're not gonna be here
And it's gotten to the point
Where we just can't fake it
For some ungodly reason
We just won't let it be

I guess neither one of us
Neither one of us wants to be the first to say good-bye

I keep wondering
Wondering
What I'm gonna do without you
And I guess you must be wondering the same thing too
So we go on
Go on together
Living a lie

Because I guess neither one of us
Neither one of us wants to be the first to say good-bye

Everytime I find the nerve
Everytime I find the nerve to say I'm leaving
Memories
Those old memories get in my way
Lord knows it's only me
Only know it's me
That I'm missing you
When it comes to saying good-bye
That a simple word that I just cannot say
There can be no way
There can be no way
This can have a happy ending
No, no
So we just go on
Hurting and pretending
Convincing ourselves to give it just one more try

Because I guess neither one of us
Neither one of us wants to be the first to say
Neither one of us wants to be the first to say
Neither one of us wants to be the first to say
Farewell my love
Goodbye

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Gladys Knight

Gladys Maria Knight (born May 28, 1944), known as the "Empress of Soul", is an American singer-songwriter, actress, businesswoman, humanitarian, and author. She is best known for the hits she recorded during the 1960s and 1970s, for both the Motown and Buddah Records labels, with her group Gladys Knight & the Pips, the most famous incarnation of which also included her brother Merald "Bubba" Knight and her cousins Edward Patten and William Guest. Knight has won a total of seven Grammy awards (four as a solo artist, and three with The Pips). more »

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Written by: JAMES D. WEATHERLY

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12 facts about this song

Artist Background
"Neither One of Us" is a popular song by American singer Gladys Knight. Knight, also known professionally as the "Empress of Soul," is famous for both her solo work and her music with The Pips.
Musical Genre
The song fits into the Soul genre, and is characterized by its emotional intensity and rhythmically driven tunes.
Release Date
"Neither One of Us" was released in December 1972 as a single from Gladys Knight & The Pips’ album, “Neither One of Us.”
Chart Performance
The song was a commercial success, reaching the number 2 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 and the Hot Soul Singles chart in 1973.
Award Recognition
"Neither One of Us" received a Grammy Award for Best Pop Vocal Performance by a Duo or Group in 1974, marking a peak in Gladys Knight's career.
Song Origin
The song was written by Jim Weatherly, who originally titled it "Neither One Of Us (Wants To Be The First To Say Goodbye)".
Lyrics Interpretation
The lyrics of "Neither One of Us" express the tormenting dilemma of a couple who realize their relationship is no longer working but are hesitant to end it due to the pain that separation might cause.
Departure from Motown Records
Interestingly, despite its success, "Neither One of Us" marked the end of Gladys Knight & The Pips’ association with Motown Records. After the song, they moved to Buddah Records.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by numerous artists, including Andy Williams, Howard Hewett, and David Sanborn, indicating its timeless appeal.
Popularity in Karaoke
The song remains a popular choice in the world of Karaoke due to its soulful melody and emotionally charged lyrics.
Promotion of Song
Gladys Knight performed "Neither One of Us" on Soul Train, an American music-dance television program in its year of release.
Influence in Pop Culture
The song's popularity has seen it featured in multiple movies and television series, reinforcing its significance in pop culture.

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