About the Song
Barry Whiteās iconic track, āNever, Never Gonna Give Ya Upā, is a timeless expression of unwavering love and devotion. Released in 1973 as part of his album Canāt Get Enough, the song quickly became a soul and disco sensation, captivating audiences with its lush orchestration and Whiteās velvety baritone.
The songās introspective lyrics delve into the depths of a passionate relationship. White croons about finding the one person who completes him, a love so profound that heās willing to do anything to keep it alive. The lines āI found what the world is searching forā and āI donāt have to look no moreā convey a sense of contentment and fulfillment that is both heartwarming and relatable.
Whiteās signature vocal style, characterized by its richness and depth, is perfectly suited to the songās romantic theme. His voice seems to caress the listener, drawing them into the world of the song and making them feel the intensity of his emotions. The backing vocals, with their soulful harmonies, add to the overall richness of the sound.
The songās arrangement is equally impressive. The lush strings, funky bassline, and disco-inspired rhythm create a captivating backdrop for Whiteās vocals. The songās extended outro, with its repeated refrain of ānever, never gonna give ya upā, is a powerful declaration of love that leaves a lasting impression.
āNever, Never Gonna Give Ya Upā has become a beloved classic, transcending genres and generations. Its enduring popularity is a testament to the songās timeless message and Whiteās unforgettable performance. Whether youāre a longtime fan of soul music or simply appreciate a great love song, this track is sure to leave you feeling uplifted and inspired.
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Lyrics: āNever Never Gonna Give Ya Upā
Oh, baby
Oh, baby (Keep on)
Come on, baby (Keep on doinā it, right on)
Mmm, mmm, mmm (Right on doinā it)
You got it together (Baby, keep on)
Oh, you got it together, baby (Right on, keep on doinā it)
Not yet, baby, oh, not yet
Mmm, mmm (My-my baby, keep on)
I swear you got it together, baby (Keep on, keep on)Whatever, whatever
Girl, Iāll do
Forever and ever, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Iāll see you through
Iāve got to keep you pleased
In every way I can
Gonna give you all of me
As much as you can stand
Make love to you right now
Thatās all I want to do
I know you need it, girl
And you know I need it, too
āCause I found
What the world is searching for
Here, right here, my dear
I donāt have to look no more
And, oh, my babe
I hoped and I prayed
For someone just like you
To make me feel the way you do
Never, never gonna give you up
Iām never, ever gonna stop
Not the way I feel about you
Girl, I just canāt live without you
Iām never, ever gonna quit
āCause quittinā just aināt my stick
Iām gonna stay right here with you
Do all the things you want me to
Whatever you want
Girl, you got
And whatever you need
I donāt want to see you without it
Youāve given me much more
Than words could ever say
And oh, my dear, Iāll be right here
Until my dyinā day
I donāt know just how to say
All the things I feel
I just know that I love you so
And it gives me such a thrill
āCause I found
What this world is searching for
Here, right here, my dear
I donāt have to look no more
And all of my days
I hoped and I prayed
For someone just like you
To make me feel the way you do
Iām never, never gonna give you up
Iām never, ever gonna stop
Stop the way I feel about you
Girl, I just canāt live without you
Iām never, ever gonna quit
āCause quittinā just aināt my stick
Iām gonna stay right here with you
Do all the things you want me to
Oh, Iām never gonna give you up
Iām never, ever gonna stop
All the things I feel about you
Girl, I just canāt live without you
Iām never, ever gonna quit
āCause quittinā just aināt my stick
Iām gonna stay right here with you
Do all the things you want me to
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