When Your Love Is Gone

Jimmy Barnes

About When Your Love Is Gone

"When Your Love is Gone" is a song by Australian rock musician, Jimmy Barnes. It was released in March 1991 as the fourth single from his fourth studio album, Two Fires. The song peaked at number 7 on the Australian ARIA Singles Chart.


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Well I thought nothing was wrong, nothing was right
I turned to you, but you were no where in sight
I left it too late, and maybe I hurt your pride
I should have thought of you, now you've changed your mind
And just like a well, your love has run dry
Loneliness was falling from the sky

I'm like a man with no heart, I just don't belong
I can't help it when your love is gone

Well I missed all the signs, never read between lines
And all I can say to you is that my love was blind
It's breaking my heart, knowing right from the start
You tried to reach for me, now we had to part
And just like a well, your love has run dry
Loneliness was falling from the sky

I'm like a man with no heart, I just don't belong
I can't help it when your love is gone
And it's all I can do to carry on
I can't help it when your love is gone

Well I'll tell you no lies, you've opened my eyes
Made me feel like a man again
You've walked out that door, and you left me alone
I broke down and I cried, cause I don't think I can make it alone

Oh, listen, I would sail the deepest ocean
Just to be by your side again
And all I want, is for you to love me
Just say you love me again, again, again, again

I'm like a man with no heart, I just don't belong
I can't help it when your love is gone
And it's all I can do just to carry on
I can't help it when your love is gone

I'm like a man with no heart, I just don't belong
I can't help it when your love is gone
And it's all I can do just to carry on
I can't help it when your love is gone

I'm like a man with no heart, I just don't belong
I can't help it when

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Jimmy Barnes

James Dixon Swan (born 28 April 1956), better known as Jimmy Barnes, is a Scottish-born Australian rock singer-songwriter. His father Jim Swan was a prizefighter and his older brother John Swan is also a rock singer. It was actually John who had encouraged and taught Jim how to sing as he wasn't really interested at the time. His career as both a solo performer and as the lead vocalist with the rock band Cold Chisel has made him one of the most popular and best-selling Australian music artists of all time. The combination of 14 Australian Top 40 albums for Cold Chisel and 13 charting solo albums, including nine No. 1s, gives Barnes the highest number of hit albums of any Australian artist. more »

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Written by: Tony Brock, Kevin Stuart James Savigar, Jimmy Barnes

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Artist Information
"When Your Love Is Gone" is a single by Scottish-Australian rock singer Jimmy Barnes. Known for his powerful and soulful voice, Barnes is one of Australia's most popular and enduring rock artists.
Album Data
The song comes from his fourth studio album titled "Two Fires," which was released in September 1990.
Chart Performance
The track was popular in Australia, reaching number 7 on the ARIA Singles Chart. However, it didn't chart overseas, possibly due to Barnes being comparatively less known outside his home country.
Music Style
"When Your Love Is Gone" is an example of the late '80s - early '90s rock, with its strong rhythmic backing, combined with elements of blues and soul which are a signature of Jimmy Barnes' vocal style.
Song Composition
The song was written by Jimmy Barnes himself along with Rick Nowels and Ellen Shipley, notable songwriters who have worked with musicians like Belinda Carlisle and Fleetwood Mac.
Collaboration
"When Your Love Is Gone" features backing vocals from Australian singer Wendy Matthews. They both previously worked together in the past on several tracks.
Lyrics Theme
It's a song depicting the emotional turmoil when a beloved one leaves, which many listeners find deeply relatable.
Critical Reception
Critics praised the song for showcasing Barnes' vocal range and emotive style. The track is often considered a standout in his discography.
Live Performances
"When Your Love Is Gone" has been a regular feature in Barnes’ live sets and was featured on his "Barnestorming" live album.
Music Video
The music video for the song was filmed in black and white, matching with the melancholic mood of the song.
Album Success
The "Two Fires" album was a commercial success, reaching number one on the ARIA Albums Chart and achieved 4x Platinum status. The success of this album was in part due to the popularity of "When Your Love Is Gone."
Legacy
Despite being released over 30 years ago, "When Your Love Is Gone" is still remembered as one of Jimmy Barnes' most emotive performance and is considered a classic in his catalog.

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