Need Your Loving Tonight
Queen · The Crown Jewels [1998]
Hey hey hey
No I'll never look back in anger
No I'll never find me an answer
You promised me, you'd keep in touch
I read your letter and it hurt me so much
I said I'd never, never be angry with you
I don't wanna feel like a stranger (no)
'Cos I'd rather stay out of danger
I read your letter so many times
I got your meaning between the lines
I said I'd never, never be angry with you
I must be strong so she won't know how much I miss her
I only hope as time goes on I'll forget her
My body's aching, can't sleep at night
I'm too exhausted to start a fight
And if I see her with another guy
I'll eat my heart out 'cos I love, love, love, love her
Come on baby, let's get together
I'll love you baby, I'll love you forever
I'm trying hard to stay away
What made you change, what did I say ?
Ooh I need your loving tonight
Ooh I need your loving
Ooh I need your loving
Ooh I need your loving babe tonight (Hit me)
Ooh I need your loving tonight
No I'll never look back in anger
No I'll never find me an answer
Gave me no warning, how could I guess
I'll have to learn to forgive and forget
Ooh I need your loving
Ooh I need your loving
Ooh I need your loving tonight
Need Your Loving Tonight
Need Your Loving Tonight stands as a compelling example of Queen's versatility beyond their most famous anthems. Released on the 1998 compilation The Crown Jewels, the track showcases the band's ability to blend rock energy with soulful, R&B-inflected grooves. While often overshadowed by stadium-sized hits, this recording highlights the group's dynamic vocal harmonies and Freddie Mercury's commanding stage presence. The song reflects the band's willingness to experiment with funkier rhythms and direct emotional appeals within their broader discography. It remains a cherished piece for fans exploring the deeper cuts of their extensive catalogue, demonstrating how the band maintained high production standards across various eras and styles.