Here I Go Again

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About Here I Go Again

"Here I Go Again" was a 1969 hit single by The Miracles (aka Smokey Robinson and the Miracles) on Motown Records' Tamla label subsidiary. It was taken from their top-25 Pop album Time Out for Smokey Robinson & The Miracles from that year, and was the "B" side of their hit single, "Doggone Right". Like that song, "Here I Go Again" was also a Top 40 hit on the Billboard Hot 100, peaking at number 37. It was a Top 20 hit on the R&B chart as well, peaking at number 15. It was written by Miracles members Smokey Robinson and Pete Moore, along with Motown staff songwriters Al Cleveland and Terry "Buzzy" Johnson, a member of the legendary R&B group The Flamingos. Moore and Johnson were the song's producers. A heart-rending ballad, Robinson, as the song's narrator, portrays a man falling deeply and hopelessly in love with a young woman, yet afraid to do so due to a bad previous relationship that ended in heartbreak and failure: "My heart said to me ... don't walk head-on into Misery ... Hey, with your eyes wide open, Can't you see ... A hurt's in store ... Just like before..." In the end, however, love wins out, outweighing his fears and apprehensions: "Here I Go Again...walking into love...never thinking of the danger that might exist...disregarding all of this just for you...". 


Year:
2001
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Saw you there and your laughter seemed to fill the air
A scent like perfume from your lovely hair
I said that I do adore

My heart said to me, don't walk head on into misery
Hey, with your eyes wide open can't you see?
A hurts in store just like before

Oh ho ho, but here I go again walking into love
Here I go again never thinking of
The danger that might exist
Disregarding all of this just for you

I ignore the detour sign
I won't stop until you're mine
I'm past the point of no return

Girl, you walk by and I said to me, myself and I
Now we've got to give it one more try
I know somehow the time is now, right now

Oh whoa, here I go again walking into love
Here I go again walking into love

Here I go, here I go
Here I go, here I go again

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The Miracles

The Miracles were an American rhythm and blues group that was the first successful recording acts for Motown Records in the 1960s. Founded in 1955 by Smokey Robinson,Pete Moore , and Ronnie White, the group's most notable lineup included that of Robinson, White ,Moore, Bobby Rogers, Claudette Robinson and Marv Tarplin. more »

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Written by: PHILIP PARRIS LYNOTT

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9 facts about this song

Song Creation
"Here I Go Again" was written by American R&B and Motown legends Smokey Robinson and Al Cleveland.
Release
The song was first recorded and released by Smokey Robinson & The Miracles in 1962 on their 'I'll Try Something New' album.
Cover Versions
In 1970, Smokey Robinson decided to record a reimagined version of "Here I Go Again", but this time on his own without The Miracles. He included the song on his debut solo album 'A Quiet Storm', released in 1975.
Chart History
Smokey Robinson's solo version of "Here I Go Again" reached #37 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and peaked at #2 on the R&B Singles Chart in 1975.
Lyrics and Composition
The lyrics touch on themes of multiple love encounters and unfulfilled romance. Much like many of Robinson's songs, "Here I Go Again" combines emotive lyrics with a sweeping, soulful melody, all underscored by Motown's signature rhythmic drive.
Impact on Smokey Robinson's career
"Here I Go Again" reinforced Smokey Robinson's standing as one of America's premier songwriters and vocalists, marking a successful transition from his group days with The Miracles to a thriving solo career.
Live Performances
Though much older now, Smokey Robinson continues to frequently perform "Here I Go Again" at his live concerts, ensuring the song's legacy continues to touch fans across generations.
Recognition
Despite its modest peak on the chart, "Here I Go Again" is often recognized as one of the standout tracks from Robinson's debut solo album, 'A Quiet Storm', which itself has been cited as a cornerstone in the development of the smooth soul and quiet storm subgenres of R&B.
Track Consistency
Regardless of whether performed by Smokey Robinson alone or with The Miracles, "Here I Go Again" has managed to maintain a consistent feel in its different versions. The song's authentic R&B soul has kept it relevant and enjoyable throughout the years.

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