Baby, Baby I Need You
The Temptations
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I need you. Whoa, I need you. Baby, baby, baby don't you know That I need you (so), (so), (so), (so) I want you. Whoa, I want you. Baby, baby, baby don't you know That I want you (so), (so), (so), (so) You knew my lips were lonely for, the kisses you could give to me. Ever since the first day, baby, that we met. So if you say you're mine and let our hearts combine. I swear I'll never let you forget how much I love you. Whoa, I love you. Baby, baby, baby don't you know That I love you (so), (so), (so), (so) I need you. Whoa, I want you. Baby, baby, baby. Baby Whoa, I love you. Darling, darling Oh, darling Whoa, whoa Come home, come home, come home, come home. Can't you see that I need it. Bring it home to me, baby. Come home, come home, come home, come home.
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Written by: SMOKEY ROBINSON, WILLIAM ROBINSON JR.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Baby, Baby I Need You" by The Temptations belongs to the genre of R&B and soul music, a prominent genre during the 60's era.
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Release DateThe song was released in the year 1961. This was during the early years of The Temptations' career, helping to establish their musical identity.
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Record Label"Baby, Baby I Need You" was released under the famous Motown Records label, which played a pivotal role in the racial integration of popular music by achieving significant crossover success.
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Album ClassificationThe song is a part of the album named "Meet The Temptations." This was the group's debut studio album.
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Member LineupAt the time "Baby, Baby I Need You" was recorded, The Temptations consisted of members Eddie Kendricks, Paul Williams, Melvin Franklin, Otis Williams, and Elbridge Bryant.
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Lyrics ContributionBarry Gordy, founder of Motown, is one of the writers for the song, along with Billy 'Roquel' Davis and Gwen Gordy Fuqua.
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Chart PerformanceAlthough the song didn't reach the top places on popular music charts, it was well received by the audience and has become a classic for The Temptations' fans.
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Musical ArrangementThe song features unique vocal harmony interplay between the group members, which was a defining aspect of The Temptations' sound.
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Vocal LeadEddie Kendricks, known for his falsetto voice, is the lead vocalist on "Baby, Baby I Need You."
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Lyrical ThemeThe lyrics of "Baby, Baby I Need You" convey the feeling of passionate longing and need for a loved one which was typical of many R&B and soul songs of the era.
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