About the song
“Soul Deep” is a timeless classic that has captured the hearts of music lovers around the world. Originally recorded by Robbie Lane and the Disciples in 1966, it is best known for its rendition by The Box Tops. Released in 1969 as the third single from their Dimensions LP, the song features lead vocals by Alex Chilton.
The Box Tops’ version of “Soul Deep” achieved international success, reaching the Top 40 in several countries. In the UK, it charted modestly at #22, while in the U.S., it peaked at #18. The song also performed well in Australia, where it reached #7, and in Canada, where it reached #9. However, it did best in South Africa, where it reached #2.
This essay will explore the many layers of meaning and significance that make “Soul Deep” such a beloved classic. We will examine its enduring impact on popular music and culture, and discuss its continued relevance in today’s music scene.
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Lyrics
Darlin’ I don’t know much.
I know I love you so much.
My life depends on your touch.
And my love is a river runnin’ soul deep.
Way down inside me it’s a-soul deep.
It’s too big to hide and it can’t be denied.
My love is a river runnin’ soul de.ee.ee.ep.
I work myself to death for ya
Just to show I adore ya.
Nothing I wouldn’t do for ya.
Cause my love is a river runnin’ soul deep.
Way down inside me it’s a-soul deep.
It’s too big to hide and it can’t be denied.
My love is a river runnin’ soul de.ee.ee.ep.
All I ever ever hope to be
Depends on your love for me.
Baby believe me, if you should leave me
I’d be nothing but an empty shell.
I know darn well, I can tell now.
I don’t know much.
But I know I love you so much.
My life depends on your touch.
And my love is a river runnin’ soul deep.
Way down inside me it’s a-soul deep.
It’s to big to hide and it can’t be denied.
My love is a river runnin’ soul de.ee.ee.ep.
My love is a river runnin’ soul deep.
Way down inside me it’s a-soul deep.
My love is a river runnin’ soul deep.
Way down inside me it’s a-soul deep…