I Never Loved A Man (The Way I Love You)
Aretha Franklin · I Never Loved A Man The Way I Love You
You're a liar and you're a cheat
And I don't know why
I let you do these things to me
My friends keep telling me
That you ain't no good
But oh, they don't know
That I'd leave you if I could
I guess I'm uptight
And I'm stuck like glue
Cause I ain't never
I ain't never, I ain't never, no, no (loved a man)
(The way that I, I love you)
Some time ago I thought
You had run out of fools
But I was so wrong
You got one that you'll never lose
The way you treat me is a shame
How could ya hurt me so bad
Baby, you know that I'm the best thing
That you ever had
Kiss me once again
Don'cha never, never say that we we're through
Cause I ain't never
Never, Never, no, no (loved a man)
(The way that I, I love you)
I can't sleep at night
And I can't EAT A BITE
I guess I'll never be free
Since you got, your hooks, in me
Whoa, oh, oh
Yeah! Yeah!
I ain't never loved a man
I ain't never loved a man, baby
Ain't never had a man hurt me so bad
No
Well this is what I'm gonna do about it
I Never Loved A Man (The Way I Love You)
Aretha Franklin's 1967 recording of 'I Never Loved A Man (The Way I Love You)' stands as a definitive example of her early soul mastery. Released on her self-titled debut album, the track showcases her unparalleled vocal control and emotional depth, blending gospel-infused power with R&B sensibilities. The song's narrative explores the complexities of romantic devotion, a theme Franklin addressed with characteristic vulnerability and strength. As a cornerstone of her discography, this recording helped establish her reputation as a vocalist capable of conveying profound human emotion through her instrument. Its enduring appeal lies in Franklin's ability to transform a standard pop ballad into a powerful statement of personal truth, influencing generations of singers who followed in her wake.