If This World Were Mine

Tammi Terrell, Marvin Gaye

About If This World Were Mine

"If This World Were Mine" is a 1967 song by soul music duo Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell from their album United. Written solely by Gaye, it was one of the few songs they recorded without Ashford & Simpson writing or producing. When it was released as a single in November 1967 as the B-side to the duo's "If I Could Build My Whole World Around You", it hit the Billboard pop singles chart, peaking at number sixty-eight, and peaked at number twenty-seven on the Billboard R&B singles chart. Gaye would later put the song into his set list during his last tours in the early-1980s as he performed a medley of his hits with Terrell. The song was covered a year later by Joe Bataan on the 1968 Fania Allstars LP Live at the Red Garter, Vol. 2, and in 1969 by Ambrose Slade (pre-Slade) on their album Beginnings. 


Year:
1974
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If this world were mine, I'd place at your feet
All that I own, you've been so good to me
If this world were mine
I'd give you the flowers, the birds and the bees
For with your love inside me, that would be all I need
If this world were mine
I'd give you anything

If this world were mine, I'd make you a king
With wealth untold, you could have anything
If this world were mine
I'd give you each day so sunny and blue
If you wanted the moonlight, I'd give you that too
If this world were mine
I'd give you anything

Oh baby, you're my consolation
And there's no hesitation
When you want me, honey, just call me

And whoah, you're my inspiration
Yeah, I feel so much sensation
When I'm in your arms, when you squeeze me, whoah

Every sky would be blue
Long as you're lovin' me

Whoa-oa-oah, with you here in my arms life is so wonderful

Whoa-oa-oah, give me plenty lovin', baby
Give me plenty lovin', honey
Keep on lovin' me
Whoa-oa-oah, you know I need you, baby
Reall-really need you, honey

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Marvin Gaye

Marvin Gaye (April 2, 1939 – April 1, 1984), born Marvin Pentz Gay, Jr., was an American singer-songwriter and musician whose career spanned more than two decades. Born and raised in Washington, D.C., he was the son of a storefront minister of a local Pentecostal church sect and grew up singing gospel in church revivals as a young child. Gaye branched out into secular music as a teenager, joining the doo-wop group The Marquees, after returning from an honorable discharge from the United States Air Force, before the group was hired by Harvey Fuqua to be Harvey & The Moonglows. Following the band's separation in 1960, Gaye began working as a session drummer for the Detroit music label, Anna, before signing with Motown Records in 1961, adding an "e" to his s… more »

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Written by: MARVIN GAYE, MARVIN P GAYE

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5 facts about this song

Recorded by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell
"If This World Were Mine" is a song performed by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell. - The track was recorded in 1967 and showcases the strong singing chemistry between Gaye and Terrell. - This song is one of the duo's hits in their string of Motown releases together in the 1960s.
Written by Marvin Gaye
Not only did Gaye perform the song, but he also wrote it, showcasing his skills as a musician and songwriter. - This soulful duet appears on the duo's joint album "United" and displays Gaye's talent to write romantic tunes.
The Song's Popularity and Cover Versions
The song has been covered by various artists over the years, typical of popular songs that resonate well beyond their original release. - In 1968, the song made its way to the Billboard R&B singles chart, peaking at #68. - English rock band Slade performed a version of the song in 1969 on their album "Beginnings". - Other notable renditions include those by Alicia Keys, Luther Vandross and Cheryl Lynn, whose version went on to become a top 10 hit.
A Soundtrack Favorite
"If This World Were Mine" has become a soundtrack staple, featured in various films and TV series due to its timeless romantic theme. - Notably, it was included in the soundtracks for movies such as "1983's Breathless" and the 1991 film "What's Love Got To Do With It?".
Lyrics and Theme
The lyrics of the song revolve around the theme of love and affection. They convey a deep sentiment of offering everything one owns to the person they love. - "If This World Were Mine" remains popular for its soulful lyrics and romantic vibes, which has helped it to endure over many decades.

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