You Ain't Livin' Till You're Lovin
Tammi Terrell, Marvin Gaye
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You think you're so way out And you got all the action Still you can't find no satisfaction Baby - try me, and I'll make you see You ain't livin' until you're lovin', baby You ain't livin' until you're lovin', baby Ooh, until you fall you ain't livin' at all Ah ah, at all You like to kiss and run And that's where it is 'Cause somebody told you Love was heartaches and tears Baby, although you're free I'll make you see You ain't livin' until you're lovin', baby You ain't livin' until you're lovin', baby Oh, until you fall you ain't livin' at all You ain't livin' at all To be in love, I know it's not your ambition But before you go, think about my proposition You may conquer the world and be king on a throne But you still ain't nobody, baby When you're sittin' all alone You ain't livin' until you're lovin', baby You ain't livin' until you're lovin', baby Ooh, until you fall you ain't livin' at all You ain't livin' until you're lovin', baby You ain't livin' until you're lovin', baby Ooh, until you fall you ain't livin' at all You ain't livin' until you're lovin', baby You ain't livin' until you're lovin', baby Ooh, until you fall you ain't livin' at all You ain't livin' until you're lovin', baby You ain't livin' until you're lovin', baby Ooh, until you fall you ain't livin' at all
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Written by: NICKOLAS ASHFORD, VALERIE SIMPSON
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10 facts about this song
Song Creation"You Ain't Livin' Till You're Lovin'" is a soul song written by Nickolas Ashford and Valerie Simpson. The song was specifically crafted for Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell.
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First RecordingMarvin Gaye first recorded "You Ain't Livin' Till You're Lovin'" in 1968, as a duet with Tammi Terrell. It was featured on their album "You're All I Need."
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Commercial SuccessAlthough the song was not a massive commercial hit like some of Gaye's other songs, it is still highly regarded among fans and critics of Motown soul.
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Different VersionsA version of the song, without Tammi Terrell, was released on Marvin Gaye's album "In the Groove" (later re-titled "I Heard It Through the Grapevine") in 1968.
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Chart PerformanceDespite its popularity, "You Ain't Livin' Till You're Lovin'" didn't manage to secure a high place on American charts. However, it reached number 21 on the UK singles chart in 1969.
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Deep LyricsThe song tells the story of a person who believes that one is not truly alive until they experience love. It completely reflects the Motown philosophy of combining soulful melodies with meaningful lyrics.
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Live PerformancesMarvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell performed "You Ain't Livin' Till You're Lovin'" live on the Ed Sullivan Show in 1969.
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Collaborators ContributionsThe instrumental backing for "You Ain't Livin' Till You're Lovin'" was provided by The Funk Brothers, the in-house session musicians of Motown Records, adding depth and richness to the song.
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Other Artists' CoversApart from Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell, the song has been covered by other artists, such as The Isley Brothers and Diana Ross & The Supremes with The Temptations, further highlighting its popularity and enduring appeal.
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Place in Music HistoryMerging the rich, smooth vocals of Gaye and Terrell with the poignant lyrics, the track serves as an important contribution to the library of Motown Records and is representative of the distinctive soulful sound of the late 60s.
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