Words Get in the Way
Gloria Estefan
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I realize you're seeing someone new But I don't believe she knows you like I do Your temperamental moody side The one you always try to hide from me But I know when you've got something on your mind You've been trying to tell me for the longest time But before you break my heart in two There's something I've been trying to say to you But the words get in the way There's so much I want to say But it's locked deep inside and if you look in my eyes We might fall in love again I won't even start to cry Before we say goodbye I'm trying to say I love you But the words get in the way Your heart has always been an open door But baby I don't even know you anymore And despite the fact it's hurting me I know the time has come to set you free But the words get in the way There's so much I want to say But it's locked deep inside and if you look in my eyes We might fall in love again I won't even start to cry Before we say goodbye I'm trying to say I love you But the words get in the way I'm trying to say I love you But the words get in the way
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Written by: GLORIA M. ESTEFAN
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Foreign Imported Productions & Publishing
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13 facts about this song
Release Date"Words Get in the Way" was released on 30 June 1986.
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Chart PerformanceIt was a big hit for Gloria Estefan and the Miami Sound Machine, peaking at number five on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100.
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Record LabelThe song was released under the label Epic, a subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment.
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Album Information"Words Get in the Way" is the third single from their multi-platinum album, "Primitive Love."
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Song's GenreThe genre of the song is pop ballad, a popular style of the late 1980s.
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SongwritersThe song is written by Gloria Estefan, displaying her talent not only as a performer but also as a songwriter.
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Group TransitionThe success of "Words Get in the Way" helped solidify the transition of the group from Miami Sound Machine to being recognized as Gloria Estefan and Miami Sound Machine.
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Language VariationEarly on in her career, Estefan sang in Spanish. However, “Words Get in the Way” was primarily in English, attracting a larger international audience.
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Awards and RecognitionsThe song was nominated for a Grammy in the Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group category.
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Cover VersionsIt has been covered by several other artists, a testament to its enduring popularity.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Words Get in the Way" was filmed live in Japan.
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Music Influence"Words Get in the Way" helped Estefan establish a reputation beyond the Latin music scene, further emphasizing her crossover appeal.
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Billboard Adult Contemporary ChartThe song topped the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart, staying there for two weeks.
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