About the song
The Supremes’ “Where Did Our Love Go” is a masterclass in the art of crafting a timeless pop song. Released in 1964, this iconic single marked a major milestone in the careers of the legendary American music group, as it became their first number one hit on the Billboard Hot 100 pop singles chart. Written and produced by the iconic Holland-Dozier-Holland team, “Where Did Our Love Go” is a beautifully crafted song that showcases the Supremes’ signature harmonies and Diana Ross’s powerful vocals.
The song’s lyrics, penned by Brian Holland and Lamont Dozier, are a poignant exploration of the pain and longing that follows the end of a relationship. The Supremes’ delivery is nothing short of breathtaking, as they bring a sense of vulnerability and authenticity to the song’s emotional lyrics. The result is a song that is both a nostalgic throwback to the early days of Motown and a timeless classic that continues to resonate with listeners today.
“Where Did Our Love Go” has been recognized for its cultural, historic, and artistic significance, earning a spot in the National Recording Registry in 2016. The song has also been ranked highly on various “greatest songs of all time” lists, including Rolling Stone’s 500 Greatest Songs of All Time, where it was ranked number 472 in 2004 and number 475 in 2010. With its enduring popularity and timeless appeal, “Where Did Our Love Go” remains a beloved classic that continues to inspire and delight music lovers around the world.
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Lyrics
Baby, baby, baby don’t leave me
Ooh, please don’t leave me all by myself
I’ve got this burning, burning, yearning feelin’ inside me
Ooh, deep inside me and it hurts so bad
You came into my heart (baby, baby) so tenderly
With a burning love (baby, baby)
That stings like a bee (baby, baby)
Now that I surrender (baby, baby) so helplessly
You now want to leave (baby, baby)
Ooh, you wanna leave me (baby, baby)
Ooh (baby, baby)
Baby, baby, where did our love go?
Ooh, don’t you want me?
Don’t you want me no more (baby, baby)?
Ooh, baby
Baby, baby, where did our love go?
And all your promises of a love forevermore!
I’ve got this burning, burning, yearning feelin’ inside me
Ooh, deep inside me, and it hurts so bad
Before you won my heart (baby, baby)
You were a perfect guy
But now that you got me
You wanna leave me behind (baby, baby)
Ooh, baby
Baby, baby, baby don’t leave me
Ooh, please don’t leave me all by myself (baby, baby)
Ooh baby, baby, baby