Love's Unkind

Donna Summer

About Love's Unkind

"Love's Unkind" is a song by American singer and songwriter Donna Summer from her album, I Remember Yesterday, which combined modern disco beats with sounds of previous decades. "Love's Unkind" has stories of high school crushes and love triangles. It became one of her biggest hits in the UK, peaking at number three, while it reached number 32 in the Netherlands. Though never released as a single in the USA, it topped the dance chart as part of the I Remember Yesterday album, as at that time entire albums could count as one entry on that particular chart.  


Year:
2003
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Well I seem him every morning in the schoolyard
When the school bell rings
And when he passes in the hallway
Well he doesn't seem to notice me

He's got a crush on my best friend
But she don't care, 'cause she loves someone else
I'm standing on the outside, no the inside where I wanna be

Love's unkind, love's unkind
Love's unkind, love's unkind
'Cause he's not mine

Just the other day I was praying that he'd give me a chance
Hoping he would choose me for his partner
For the high school dance
I was standing outside the class

But it wasn't me, but my best friend, he asked
I went running back inside teary-eyed
And left the two of them behind

Love's unkind, love's unkind
Love's unkind, love's unkind
'cause he's not mine

Oh, how I love him, but I can't even let him know
'cause he loves my best friend
But she don't care, she loves someone else
And I asked my mama, and she said: love's unkind

Love's so unkind
She said: just keep it alive
'Cause you may find love's unkind

Love's unkind, love's unkind
Love's unkind, love's unkind

Oh, Why did I have to love him so
Why did I have to love him so

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Donna Summer

LaDonna Adrian Gaines (December 31, 1948 – May 17, 2012), known by the stage name Donna Summer, was an American singer and songwriter who gained prominence during the disco era of the late 1970s. A five-time Grammy Award winner, Summer was the first artist to have three consecutive double albums reach number one on the United States Billboard chart, and she also charted four number-one singles in the United States within a 13-month period. more »

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Written by: DONNA SUMMER, DONNA A. SUMMER, GIORGIO MORODER, PETE BELLOTTE

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10 facts about this song

Song Origin
"Love's Unkind" was originally released by Donna Summer in 1977. It was part of her album titled "I Remember Yesterday."
Song writing
The song was written by the popular Italian-American producer, Giorgio Moroder, in collaboration with the British lyricist, Pete Bellotte. These two were also the producers of the track.
Song Theme
"Love's Unkind" is about unrequited love, drawing from elements of teenage love and heartbreak.
Chart Position
The song was a hit, reaching the number one spot on the UK Singles Chart. In Ireland, it peaked at number six.
Music Genre
Although Donna Summer is best known for her disco tracks, "Love's Unkind" is more of a pop track with a strong 1950s rock and roll influence.
Live Performances
Donna Summer would often perform "Love's Unkind" at her concerts, demonstrating her incredible vocal range and captivating stage presence.
Music Video
A music video, filmed in the Netherlands in 1977, accompanied the release of the song.
Album Concept
"Love's Unkind" was part of the concept album "I Remember Yesterday," which blended various musical styles from different decades into each track. This particular song represented the '50s era.
Cover Versions
Since its release, several artists have covered "Love's Unkind," including the British singer Toyah Willcox in 1987.
Legacy
Despite its age, "Love's Unkind" remains one of Donna Summer's most popular songs and continues to be played on radio stations worldwide.

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