About the song
## **Then Came You: A Timeless Duet**
Dionne Warwick and The Spinners, two iconic voices of their era, joined forces to create a timeless duet that has stood the test of time. Released in 1974, “Then Came You” is a soulful ballad that captures the essence of love and its transformative power.
The song’s opening notes, played on a gentle piano, immediately set a melancholic and introspective tone. Warwick’s smooth and velvety vocals take center stage, delivering the lyrics with a heartfelt vulnerability. Her voice, rich with emotion, conveys the longing and yearning of a heart that has finally found its match.
The Spinners harmonize beautifully with Warwick, their voices blending seamlessly to create a chorus that is both uplifting and poignant. The group’s signature falsetto adds a touch of sweetness and nostalgia to the arrangement. The lyrics of “Then Came You” paint a vivid picture of a love that has changed the narrator’s life. The singer describes a newfound sense of purpose and happiness, a feeling that was previously unknown. The song’s message is universal, resonating with anyone who has experienced the profound impact of true love.
The production of “Then Came You” is simple yet effective. The arrangement is sparse, allowing the vocals and the melody to shine through. The instrumentation is minimal, with the piano, bass, and drums providing a solid foundation for the singers. The song’s simplicity contributes to its timeless appeal.
“Then Came You” is a classic example of a well-crafted duet. Warwick and The Spinners’ voices complement each other perfectly, creating a harmonious blend that is both soothing and uplifting. The song’s lyrics capture the essence of love and its transformative power, making it a timeless piece of music that continues to resonate with audiences today.
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Lyrics
… Ever since I met ya
Seems I can’t forgetcha
The thought of you keeps runnin’ through the back of my mind
Every time I’m near ya, I get that urge to feel ya
Just touchin’ you and lovin’ you makes ev’rything right (tell me how ya feel, baby)
… I never knew love before (oh no), then came you, you
Then came you
I never knew love before, then came you
Then came you
You
… Now that I’ve found ya
How did I live without ya? (I don’t know, baby)
It’s plain to see you’re all I need to satisfy me
I’m so darned proud of ya
I wanna sing about ya (sing it, sing it, sing it, baby)
All I know, ya made a ‘fro by touchin’ my hand
… Oh, uh, oh I never knew love before, then came you (you)
Then came you, ooh
I never knew love before, then came you (ooh, ooh, ooh)
Then came you
Hey, hey, hey, then came you
… Whoa, oh, uh, oh, oh, oh
I never knew love before
Then came you, then came you
I never knew love before
Then came you (you, ooh, ooh) then came you
… Whoa, oh, uh, oh, oh, oh
I never knew love before
Then came you (hey, hey) then came you, you
I never knew love before (hey) then came you
(With your lovin’ touch)
You-ooh-ooh then came (yeah) (hey, hey)
… You know, I never knew love before (I got to hand it to you, baby)
Then came you, then came you (got the power of love)
Then came you (got the power of love, baby)
I never knew love before, then came you
Then came you (hey, hey, yeah)
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, I never knew love before, then came you
Then came you (I got to love you, honey)
I never knew love before (I’m a contented man)
Then came you (you’re sweeter, sweeter, sweeter, sweeter, sweeter)
Then came you (hey, hey, baby)
No, no, I never knew love before, then came you