Have You Ever Loved Somebody
Freddie Jackson
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Oooh, have you ever... Have you ever loved, loved, loved You keep running, running away I know you can't run forever You think you're heading for a heartbreak again Just as you did before I can teach you how to love again If you just trust in me I can show you things you never seen You don't know how... CHORUS Have you ever loved somebody Can you learn to love somebody When somebody loves you Have you ever known that feeling Ooh that special feeling When somebody loves you You build a fortress around yourself Your emotions they hide within You've got your heart securely locked away And you won't let nobody in I can teach you how to love again If you just trust in me I can show you things you never seen You don't know how... CHORUS Have you ever loved somebody Can you learn to love somebody When somebody loves you (can you tell me please) Have you ever known that feeling Ooh that special feeling (don't it feel good) When somebody loves you Oh, When you think that it's safe, girl Just take a look around I will be there behind you There's nothing to fear, no ‘Cuz I can never hurt you I think the world about you Can you learn to love me, too Can you learn to love me, too Mmm, I can teach you how to love again (love again) If you just trust in me I can show you things you never seen You don't know how... CHORUS 2x
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Written by: BARRY JAMES EASTMOND, JOLYON W. SKINNER
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Release Information"Have You Ever Loved Somebody" is a song by renowned American singer Freddie Jackson, which was released in 1986.
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Lyrics WritingThe song was written by Barry Eastmond and Jolley & Swain. Barry Eastmond is a famous British songwriter who has written and produced for artists like Anita Baker and Britney Spears.
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Popular Ranking"Have You Ever Loved Somebody" was a successful number in the US. It reached number one on the Billboard R&B chart and hit number three on the Billboard Dance Music/Club Play Singles chart.
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Album AssociationThis song is included in Freddie Jackson's second studio album, "Just Like The First Time", which was released in November 1986.
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Influence"Have You Ever Loved Somebody" has left a significant mark on R&B music, being seen by many as a quintessential romantic ballad from the mid-'80s.
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Awards and NominationsAlthough the song didn't win any awards, Freddie Jackson was nominated for a Grammy during the same year that he released this single.
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Genre ClassificationThe song falls under the genre of Rhythm and Blues, a type of music that gained popularity among African Americans who lived in the US.
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Cover Versions"Have You Ever Loved Somebody" has been covered by various artists since its release, highlighting its enduring popularity in the music world.
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Soundtrack AppearanceThe song was also used in certain television soundtracks in the late '80s, further increasing its visibility.
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Critical ResponseDespite facing tough competition from other big hits of the era, "Have You Ever Loved Somebody" received positive reviews from critics due to Freddie Jackson's impressive vocal performance and the song's emotive lyrics.
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