About the song
“I’ll Never Love This Way Again” is a poignant ballad that resonates with themes of enduring love and heartfelt emotion. Written and composed by the talented English musician Richard Kerr and the American lyricist Will Jennings, the song first appeared on Kerr’s 1978 album *Welcome to the Club*, where it was titled “I Know I’ll Never Love This Way Again.” Cheryl Ladd also recorded a version of the song, featured on her self-titled album released in July 1978. However, it was Dionne Warwick’s rendition that truly catapulted the song into the spotlight.
Released as the lead single from Warwick’s debut album on Arista Records, *Dionne*, on July 15, 1979, this version of “I’ll Never Love This Way Again” marked a significant comeback for Warwick, following an unsuccessful period at Warner Bros. Records. The track, produced by Barry Manilow, showcased Warwick’s vocal prowess and emotional depth, rekindling her popularity and establishing her new chapter with Arista.
Warwick’s interpretation of the song was a tremendous success, climbing to number 5 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and reaching number 6 in Canada. Additionally, it achieved a respectable number 18 position on the Hot Soul Singles chart. The song’s popularity was further solidified when it was certified gold by the RIAA, signifying over one million copies sold. It also earned Warwick the 1980 Grammy Award for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance, marking a high point in her illustrious career.
The song’s influence extended beyond its original release. In 1992, it was covered in Spanish as “Cómo te amé” by Mexican singer Yuri. This version, featured on her album *Obsesiones*, charted at number 34 on the Hot Latin Songs chart, demonstrating the song’s universal appeal and adaptability across languages and cultures.
“I’ll Never Love This Way Again” remains a testament to the power of love songs and their ability to capture the essence of deep emotional experiences. Its success reaffirmed Dionne Warwick’s place in the music industry and continues to be a cherished classic, celebrated for its heartfelt lyrics and soulful delivery.
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Lyrics
You looked inside my fantasies and made each one come true
Something no one else, had ever found, a way to do
I’ve kept the memories one by one, since you took me in
I know I’ll never love this way again
I know I’ll never love this way again
So I keep holdin’ on, before the good is gone
I know I’ll never love this way again
Hold on, hold on, hold on
A fool will lose tomorrow reaching back for yesterday
I won’t turn my head in sorrow if you should go away
I’ll stand here and remember just how good it’s been
And I know I’ll never love this way again
I know I’ll never love this way again
So I keep holdin’ on before the good is gone
I know I’ll never love this way again
Hold on, hold on, hold on
I know I’ll never love this way again
So I keep holdin’ on before the good is gone
I know I’ll never love this way again
Hold on, hold on, hold on
I know I’ll never, love this way again
So I keep holdin’ on before the good is gone
I know I’ll never love this way again
Hold on, hold on, hold on