About the song
“Back in My Arms Again” is a timeless classic that embodies the essence of Motown’s golden era. Recorded in 1965, this iconic song by The Supremes for the legendary Motown label is a testament to the label’s unparalleled success in shaping the music landscape of the 1960s. Written and produced by the renowned Holland-Dozier-Holland team, “Back in My Arms Again” is a masterclass in crafting a hit single that would captivate audiences for generations to come.
The song’s impressive chart performance is a testament to the group’s enduring popularity and the Motown machine’s ability to churn out hit after hit. “Back in My Arms Again” was the fifth consecutive and overall number-one song for The Supremes on the Billboard Hot 100 pop singles chart, a feat that solidified their status as one of the most successful girl groups of all time. Additionally, the song topped the soul chart for a week, further cementing its place in the annals of Motown history.
With its lush harmonies, catchy melody, and timeless lyrics, “Back in My Arms Again” is a song that continues to evoke emotions and inspire listeners to this day. As a cultural touchstone of the 1960s, this song is a must-listen for anyone interested in the evolution of popular music and the enduring legacy of Motown.
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Lyrics
All day long, I hear my telephone ring
Friends calling giving their advice
From the boy I love, I should break away
‘Cause heartaches, he’ll bring one day
I lost him once through friends’ advice
But it’s not gonna happen twice
‘Cause all advice ever gotten me
Was really long and sleepless nights
(Oooooh!)
But now, he’s back in my arms again
Right by my side
I got him back in my arms again
So satisfied
(Oooooh!)
It’s easy for friends to say let him go
But I’m the one who needs him so
It’s his love that makes me strong
Without him, I can’t go on
This time, I’ll live my life at ease
Being happy loving whom I please
And each time we make romance,
I’ll be thankful for a second chance
(Oooooh!)
‘Cause he’s back in my arms again
Right by my side
I got him back in my arms again
So satisfied
(Oooooh!)
How can Mary tell me what to do
When she lost her love so true?
And Flo, she don’t know
‘Cause the boy she loves is a Romeo
I listened once to my friends’ advice
But it’s not gonna happen twice
‘Cause all advice ever gotten me
Was really long and sleepless nights
(Oooooh!)
I got him back in my arms again
Right by my side
I got him back in my arms again
So satisfied
(Oooooh!)
I’m satisfied
So satisfied, I’m satisfied
I’m satisfied, so satisfied