Don't Look Back

The Temptations

About Don't Look Back

"Don't Look Back" is a 1965 song recorded by The Temptations for the Gordy (Motown) label. The flip side to their Top 20 hit "My Baby", "Don't Look Back" broke out and became a hit among the R&B audience on its own, reaching #14 on the R&B charts. Considered one of original lead singer Paul Williams' showcases, "Don't Look Back" was regularly employed as the closing number for Temptations live performances. Although the original flip side, "My Baby", was initially more popular with pop audiences at the time, over the decades, "Don't Look Back" has proven to be the far more popular and enduring tune. It was also performed by the group on The Ed Sullivan Show. There are no known cover versions of "My Baby". The song inspired many cover versions by Al Green, Phil Collins, Bobby Womack, The Persuasions, Teena Marie and Sugababes. In 1978 Peter Tosh and Mick Jagger covered it as a reggae tune as "(You Gotta Walk And) Don't Look Back". In 2008, Belgian singer Dirk De Smet covered it as "Walk and Don't Look Back". 


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1986
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If it's love that you're running from
There's no hiding place
(You can't run it, you can't hide it, you can't run it)
Love has problems I know but they're problems
We'll just have to face
Oh yeah, yeah

If you just put your hand in mine
We're gonna leave all our troubles behind
We're gonna walk and don't look back
(Don't look back)
And don't look back, oh yeah yeah 
And don't look back baby
(Don't look back) 
(The places behind you, let them remind you)

If your first lover broke your heart
There's something that can be done
(You don't run it, you don't hide it, you don't run it)
Don't end your faith in love
Because of what he's done

So if you just put your hand in mine
We're gonna leave all our troubles behind
Keep on walking and don't look back
Forget about the past now
Don't look back, baby (don't look back)
Keep on walking and don't look back (don't look back)
(The places behind you, let them remind you)

Love can be a beautiful thing
Though your first love let you down
Oh yeah, yeah
'Cause I know we can make love bloom, baby
The second time around
Oh yeah, yeah

So if you just put your hand in mine
We're gonna leave all our troubles behind
Keep on pushing and don't look back
Now, till I say, we won't look back, girl
Keep on walking and won't look back
Forget about the past now, baby
And don't look back
Baby, baby, baby, baby, baby, baby, baby, don't look back

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The Temptations

The Temptations are an American vocal group known for their success in the 60s and 70s at Motown Records. The group's repertoire has included, during its five-decade career, R&B, doo-wop, funk, disco, soul, and adult contemporary music. Known for their recognizable choreography, distinct harmonies, and flashy onstage suits, the Temptations have been said to be as influential to soul as The Beatles are to pop and rock. more »

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Written by: RONALD WHITE, SMOKEY ROBINSON, WILLIAM ROBINSON JR.

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Al Green's "Don't Look Back
The song is included on Al Green's album titled "Back Up Train," released in 1967. - This album was produced by Willie Mitchell, who played a crucial part in Al Green's career, encouraging his transition from pop to soul music. - "Don't Look Back" by Al Green showcases the artist's well-known falsetto voice.
Bobby Womack's "Don't Look Back
The song is a part of Bobby Womack's album "Fly Me to the Moon," released in 1968. - Bobby Womack is a significant contributor to soul music, paving the way for many future artists. - In "Don't Look Back," Womack's raspy voice presents a blend of soul and gospel.
Peter Tosh's "Don't Look Back
Peter Tosh, a reggae legend, covered the song "Don't Look Back" and it became a hit in 1978. - Tosh collaborated with Mick Jagger of The Rolling Stones for this song. - It is included in the album "Bush Doctor," released under The Rolling Stones' record label, Rolling Stones Records.
Phil Collins' "Don't Look Back
This song is featured in the soundtrack of the Disney animated movie "Brother Bear," in which Phil Collins took part. - While Phil Collins is well-known for his soft rock hits, "Don't Look Back" has a different feel with its pulsating drum rhythms and strong orchestral elements. - Collins received awards for his work on the "Brother Bear" soundtrack, further solidifying his status as a diverse and talented musician.
Teena Marie's "Don't Look Back
A popular song by the late Teena Marie, an American singer-songwriter. - Originally released in 1986 on her album titled "Emerald City." - This song showcases Teena Marie's versatile vocal range, from sultry low notes to powerful high ones.
The Persuasions' "Don't Look Back
“Don’t Look Back” album includes 12 songs and was released in 1997. - The group The Persuasions is known for their acapella performances, and their rendition of "Don't Look Back" is no exception. - This version of the song showcases the group's harmonious blend and precise vocal execution.
The Temptations' "Don't Look Back
Released in 1965 as part of "The Temptin' Temptations" album. - The song showcases the smooth and soulful vocal style of Temptations' primary lead singer, Paul Williams. - This song is one of their greatest hits and was a mainstay on their concert setlists.

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