You Know I Love You

B.B. King & His Orchestra, Ike Turner, B.B. King

About You Know I Love You

"You Know I Love You" is a 1952 song by B. B. King released on RPM Records. The single was B. B. King's second No. 1 on the Billboard R&B chart. King's friend and collaborator Ike Turner played piano on the original recording. A version of "You Know I Know I Love You" was included on King's debut album Singin' The Blues in 1956. "You Know I Know I Love You" is noted for being the song that 17-year-old Tina Turner sang in 1957 for Ike Turner at the East St. Louis nightclub, Club Manhattan, that convinced him to let her sing in his band the Kings of Rhythm.  


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2005
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Now Darlin' you know I love you,
And love you, for myself
But you're gone,and left me for someone else

I think of you, every morning
I dream of you, every night, and with love,
To be with you always

When night began to fall,
I cry, alone
And I wish, I can hold you in my arms tonight

Oh, darlin', you know I love you,
And love you, for myself
But you're gone, and left me for someone else

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Ike Turner

Ike Wister Turner (November 5, 1931 – December 12, 2007) was an American musician, bandleader, songwriter, arranger, talent scout, and record producer. In a career that lasted more than half a century, his repertoire included blues, soul, rock, and funk. He is most popularly known for his 1960s work with his then wife Tina Turner in the Ike & Tina Turner revue. Growing up in Clarksdale, Mississippi, he began playing piano and guitar when he was eight, forming his group, the Kings of Rhythm as a teenager at high school. He employed the group as his backing band for the rest of his life. His first recording, "Rocket 88" with the Kings of Rhythm credited as "Jackie Brenston and his Delta Cats", in 1951, is considered a possible contender for "first rock and … more »

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Written by: JULES BIHARI, RILEY B. KING

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group

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10 facts about this song

Artist Background
"You Know I Love You" is a song performed by Ike Turner, a renowned American musician, songwriter and record producer.
Song Genre
The song represents the genre of Rhythm and Blues as well as early Rock and Roll, which Ike Turner was instrumental in pioneering.
Song Release
"You Know I Love You" was charted on February 26, 1956.
Significant Recognition
The song is a significant element of Ike Turner's repertoire due to its impact on the direction of his early career.
Recognition in Specific Locations
Though not achieving major national success, the song was a regional hit in the southern United States.
Songwriting Role
The credit of songwriting usually goes to Ike Turner, showcasing his abilities and versatility as not only a performer but also a songwriter.
Cultural Impact
This song, among others by Ike Turner, helped established his impact on the genres of Rhythm and Blues, and his instrumental role in the creation of what came to be known as Rock and Roll.
Songs Significance
"You Know I Love You" is considered significant because it was released during the period when Turner was transitioning from a music arranger and talent scout to become a major performer in the rock and roll scene.
Vocals Reference
While Ike Turner was primarily known for his instrumental and producing skills, "You Know I Love You" highlights his unique vocal capabilities as well.
Ike's Band
During the period when the song was released, Ike Turner led the Kings of Rhythm band, which played a significant role in the production of this particular single.

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