About the song
“I Don’t Wanna Lose You” is a timeless ballad that showcases Tina Turner’s unparalleled vocal prowess and emotional depth. Released in 1989 as part of her seventh solo studio album, Foreign Affair, this song was written by Albert Hammond and Graham Lyle, and produced by Roger Davies and Turner herself. The song’s release as the album’s second single in the UK and third single in the rest of Europe and Australia marked a significant milestone in Turner’s illustrious career, as it became a top-10 hit in Belgium and the United Kingdom, peaking at No. 8 on the UK Singles Chart.
Throughout the years, “I Don’t Wanna Lose You” has received widespread critical acclaim from music critics and enthusiasts alike. Matthew Hocter from Albumism praised Turner’s delivery of the song, stating that it is one of the “solid club tracks” on Foreign Affair. Bil Carpenter from AllMusic complimented the song as “fine”, while Rufer & Fell from the Gavin Report described it as “a declaration of possession sung by someone who’s experienced her share of ‘have-nots’ in the past.” Pop Rescue declared it a “great little track”, highlighting Gary Barnacle’s “well-placed” saxophone solo. William Shaw from Smash Hits praised the song’s simplicity and charm, stating that it is “actually rather charming all the same.”
With its soaring vocals, catchy melody, and heartfelt lyrics, “I Don’t Wanna Lose You” is a testament to Tina Turner’s enduring talent and dedication to her craft. The song’s themes of love, longing, and devotion continue to resonate with listeners to this day, making it a beloved classic in Turner’s extensive discography.
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Lyrics
Women of a certain age
They learn to rely, and judge all his responses
Having played the mating game
She doesn’t waste time ’cause all that she wants is
Really honest emotions
Ones he can’t help but show
Though I hardly know your name
I know about love and I know
I don’t wanna lose you
I don’t even wanna say goodbye, oh, no
I just wanna hold on
To this true love, true love
Women who have made mistakes
Are a little afraid, they don’t like taking chances
She will play the waiting game
She’s never impressed by those manly advances
I know I’ve only just met you
Maybe I should know better
But when you look at me that way
There’s something inside that’s so right
I don’t wanna lose you
And I don’t even wanna say goodbye, oh, no
I just wanna hold on
To this true love, true love
I don’t wanna lose you
And I always wanna feel this way, oh, yes
‘Cause every time I’m with you
I feel true love, true love, true love
Tell me you’re real
You’re not pretending
Let’s make a deal
‘Cause my heart’s depending on you, oh, baby
I don’t wanna lose you
I don’t even wanna say goodbye, oh, no
I just wanna hold on
To this true love, true love
I don’t wanna lose you
And I always wanna feel this way, oh, yeah
‘Cause every time I’m with you
I feel true love, true love, true love
I don’t wanna lose you
I don’t even wanna say goodbye, oh, no
I just wanna hold on
To this true love, true love
I don’t wanna lose you
And I always wanna feel this way
‘Cause every time I’m with you
I feel true love, true love, true love