My Love

Lionel Richie

About My Love

"My Love" is the title of a 1983 hit song by the American singer-songwriter Lionel Richie. It was the third single released off Richie's self-titled debut solo album. The song features harmony backing vocals by country music singer Kenny Rogers. It reached the Top 10 on three notable Billboard magazine charts in the spring of 1983: on the pop chart, the song peaked at # 5; on the adult contemporary chart, the song spent four weeks at # 1; and on the R&B chart, the song topped out at # 6. "My Love" was not among Richie's more successful singles in the United Kingdom, where it only managed # 70 on the UK Singles Chart. In Canada in peaked on the RPM Singles chart at #28. Later, a remake of the song was recorded and included on Richie's 2012 album Tuskegee. The remake features Kenny Chesney. 


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2012
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I've been through so many changes in my life, woman
It's a wonder I ain't lost my mind
And I ain't never said how much I need you sugar
But I sho' need you by my side

My love, just thinking about you, baby
Just blows my mind
My love, just thinking about you, baby
Just blows my mind all the time

Life with me I know for sure it ain't be easy
But you stayed with me anyway
And even though you ain't gonna lose too much by leaving
I'm so glad you stayed

My love, just thinking about you, baby
Just blows my mind
My love, just thinking about you, baby
Just blows my mind all the time

You've been my friend and you've been my lover, oh lord
Honey you're everything I need
You've made my love so strong now I know where I belong
Oh girl, you'll never have to worry
Oh baby any more, any more

My love, just thinking about you, baby
Just blows my mind, oh yeah
My love, just thinking about you, baby
Just blows my mind, all the time
Oh yeah

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Lionel Richie

Lionel Brockman Richie, Jr. (born June 20, 1949) is an American singer-songwriter, musician, record producer and actor. From 1968, he was a member of the musical group Commodores signed to Motown Records. Richie made his solo debut in 1982 with the album Lionel Richie and number-one hit "Truly". more »

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11 facts about this song

Release Details
"My Love" was released in April 1983 as the third single from Lionel Richie's self-titled debut solo album.
Chart Success
The song experienced great success, reaching number five on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States.
Track Collaboration
Kenny Rogers, a country singer, provided backing vocals on the track.
Lyrics Composition
"My Love" is a romantic ballad, with Richie singing about heartfelt love and devotion to a special person in his life.
Recognition
Lionel Richie's song "My Love" was nominated for "Best Male Pop Vocal Performance" category at the 26th Annual Grammy Awards.
Influences
Lionel Richie's songwriting is often influenced by his upbringing in Alabama; he fuses together elements of R&B, pop, and country music in tracks like "My Love."
Album Success
The self-titled album from which "My Love" is taken went on to be certified 4x Platinum in the U.S., emphasizing Richie's commercial success as a solo artist post his time with The Commodores.
Music Video
The music video for "My Love" highlights Lionel Richie's iconic 80s style, with lavish costumes and magnificent sets.
Live Performance
Lionel Richie often includes "My Love" in his concert setlists, sometimes even updating the arrangement for a more contemporary feel.
Influence On Other Artists
"My Love" has continued to have a lasting impact, with several contemporary artists creating their own covers of the song.
Album's Artistic Approach
The self-titled album, which includes "My Love", marked Richie's desire to transition from his Commodores roots to a more diverse musical style. The album features ballads, energetic tracks, and elements of gospel and country music.

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