When Your Love Is Gone
Jimmy Barnes
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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 Ohh... 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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Written by: Tony Brock, Kevin Stuart James Savigar, Jimmy Barnes
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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12 facts about this song
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.
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Album DataThe song comes from his fourth studio album titled "Two Fires," which was released in September 1990.
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Chart PerformanceThe 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.
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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.
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Song CompositionThe 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.
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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.
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Lyrics ThemeIt's a song depicting the emotional turmoil when a beloved one leaves, which many listeners find deeply relatable.
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Critical ReceptionCritics praised the song for showcasing Barnes' vocal range and emotive style. The track is often considered a standout in his discography.
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Live Performances"When Your Love Is Gone" has been a regular feature in Barnes’ live sets and was featured on his "Barnestorming" live album.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song was filmed in black and white, matching with the melancholic mood of the song.
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Album SuccessThe "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."
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LegacyDespite 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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