A Woman, a Lover, a Friend

Jackie Wilson

About A Woman, a Lover, a Friend

"A Woman, a Lover, a Friend" is the 1960 follow up single to "Doggin' Around" performed by Jackie Wilson. Just as its predecessor, the single made it to number one on the R&B charts, where it stayed at the top spot for one month. "A Woman, a Lover, a Friend", also charted on the Hot 100 peaking at number fifteen.


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1998
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Yeah, I want somebody to hold my hand
Somebody to love me and understand
I want a woman (woman)
I want a lover (a lover)
I want a friend (a woman, a lover, a friend)

Mmm, I want somebody to share my love
Yes, loving is something I've got plenty of
I want a woman (woman)
I want a lover (a lover)
I want a friend (a woman, a lover, a friend) ah-ahh

I don't want a fancy gal
With powder and paint
And I don't want a woman
Who thinks she's a saint
I'm looking for someone
Who's not make-believe
And doesn't mind giving so that she may receive

There must be somebody somewhere around
That's looking for someone to give pound for pound
I want me a woman (woman)
Mmm, I want a lover (a lover)
I want a friend (a woman, a lover, a friend)

Yeah I want her right now
I want my little girl anyway, I want her anyhow
Please come on, baby
Just be my little woman, be my lover

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Jackie Wilson

Jack Leroy "Jackie" Wilson, Jr. (June 9, 1934 – January 21, 1984) was an American singer and performer. Known as "Mr. Excitement", Wilson was important in the transition of rhythm and blues into soul. He was considered a master showman, one of the most dynamic and influential singers and performers in R&B and rock history. Gaining fame in his early years as a member of the R&B vocal group Billy Ward and His Dominoes, he went solo in 1957 and recorded over 50 hit singles that spanned R&B, pop, soul, doo-wop and easy listening. During a 1975 benefit concert, he collapsed on-stage from a heart attack and subsequently fell into a coma that persisted for nearly nine years until his death in 1984, aged 49. By this time, he had become one of the most inf… more »

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Written by: SID WYCHE

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10 facts about this song

Release Details
"A Woman, a Lover, a Friend" by Jackie Wilson was released in 1960, making it over half a century old.
Chart Success
The song was a significant hit and peaked at no. 1 on the Billboard R&B chart.
Album Appearance
It appeared on the Jackie Wilson album titled "A Woman, A Lover, Plus A Friend," which was released in 1961.
Popularity
"A Woman, a Lover, a Friend" is one of Jackie Wilson's most enduring songs, and it continues to receive airplay on radio stations that play classic R&B and soul music.
Musical Composition
The song, like many of Wilson's hits, represents the smooth blend of pop and soul that was a hallmark of his style.
Singer's Background
Jackie Wilson, famously known as 'Mr. Excitement,' is a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, acknowledging his significant contribution to the genre.
Noteworthy Recognitions
The influential magazine Rolling Stone has listed Jackie Wilson among the top 100 greatest artists of all time, which underlines the cultural significance of his hits, including "A Woman, a Lover, a Friend."
Songwriter Credits
The song was written by Sid Wyche, also known as Sid Joseph, who was a notable songwriter of popular music in the mid-20th century.
Interpretations
"A Woman, a Lover, a Friend" embodies the dynamic between the roles of a woman as a friend and lover, indicating the complexity of romantic relationships in a manner that resonates even in modern relationships.
Legacy
Over the years, this song has continued to touch audiences and is still being covered by various musicians, showing its timeless nature in the music industry.

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