Why (Must We Fall In Love)

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About Why (Must We Fall In Love)

"Why (Must We Fall in Love)" is a Diana Ross & the Supremes and The Temptations song released in 1970 as the second single from the album Together. While the album's preceding single, "The Weight" was only released in the US and Canada, "Why (Must We Fall in Love)" was not released in North America, but was released as a single in the United Kingdom, peaking at 31 on the charts. In Australia, the flip side "Rhythm of Life" went to #2.


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1999
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For so long we share each other''s lives
Gave up everything to keep love satisfied
Baby the air that I breathe you will take when you leave
All because of this something small
Like the day I missed your call
I tried to get in touch with you
When I finally did you said we''re through

Why must we fall in love to find out how to cry?
Build up trust, then tear it down, oh tell me why
When it takes so long to make it
And no time at all to break it off

Then you walked away I just stood there numb
I had nothing to say
Into the night you walked away with my life
And feeling almost half my size
I looked up and the heaven''s eyes
Smile was gone we used to see
She knew that you were standing there with me

Why must we fall in love to find out how to cry?
Build up trust, then tear it down, oh tell me why
When it takes so long to make it
And no time at all to break it off

One day up then the next day down
Love will keep you going like a merry go round
To keep you hurting, hurting
You both tried night and day from the start
To keep your love from falling apart
Then all at once you left one out
And love walks out the door
You''re searching baby, for something else
You''ll never find that thing you have before

Why must we fall in love to find out how to cry?
Build up trust, then tear it down, oh tell me why
When it takes so long to make it
And no time at all

Why must we fall in love to find out how to cry?
Build up trust, then tear it down oh tell me why
Why must we fall in love to find out how to cry?
Build up trust, then tear it down oh tell me why

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The Supremes

The Supremes was an American female singing group and the premier act of Motown Records during the 1960s. Originally founded as the Primettes in Detroit, Michigan, in 1959, the Supremes' repertoire included doo-wop, pop, soul, Broadway show tunes, psychedelic soul, and disco. They were the most commercially successful of Motown's acts and are, to date, America's most successful vocal group with 12 number one singles on the Billboard Hot 100. Most of these hits were written and produced by Motown's main songwriting and production team, Holland–Dozier–Holland. At their peak in the mid-1960s, the Supremes rivaled the Beatles in worldwide popularity, and their success made it possible for future African American R&B and soul musicians to find mainstream succe… more »

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Written by: DENNIS LUSSIER, SHERLIE MATTHEWS, DEKE RICHARDS

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

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10 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Why (Must We Fall In Love)" by Diana Ross, The Supremes and The Temptations is classified under the Soul and R&B genre.
Record Label
The song was released under Motown Records, a record label known for its significant role in the racial integration of popular music.
Release Date
"Why (Must We Fall In Love)" was released in the UK in 1970. It was a standout track on their second collaborative album titled "Together".
Chart Performance
The song peaked at number 31 on the UK Singles chart, demonstrating its popularity and commercial success in the United Kingdom.
Artists Involvement
This is one of the few songs where The Supremes and The Temptations collaborated with Diana Ross. Their collaboration was seen as a significant music event considering these two groups' prominence in the Soul and R&B genre during the 60s and 70s.
Lyrical Composition
The song discusses the complexities and the inevitability of falling in love, even when it often leads to pain and disappointment.
Collaboration Album
"Why (Must We Fall in Love)" is part of the album "Together", which was the second and final duets studio album by Diana Ross & the Supremes and The Temptations.
Popular Collaboration
Diana Ross, The Supremes, and The Temptations were some of Motown's top-selling artists at the time "Why (Must We Fall In Love)" was released, further adding to the song's popularity.
Musical Style
The song is highlighted by its harmonious blend of vocals representing the unique styles of The Supremes and The Temptations.
Composition
Famous Motown producers Frank Wilson and Vincent DiMarco produced the song, which has been praised for its melodious composition and emotional delivery.

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