Don't Want to Lose You
UFO · One Of Those Nights: The Anthology [2009]
Do you think she really really cares
Is she standing and looking with her hope
Her fingers through her hair
Looking at the future you and me baby
Life lately don't seem like wonderland
Nothing here nothing coming in
Money goes like a wino's gin
Slips through my hands
* (and) I know it ain't easy
I get drunk like a fool
There's a promise I made you darling now
Just one golden rule
** hold on to this love
'cos I don't want to lose you
Hold on to this love
'cos I don't want to lose you
When the lights go down
Do you think she really really cares
As she's lying there with her arms around you
A strange affair
Looking at the lights on lakeshore drive
In the windy city now
Will our love stay alive
Last night I held you in my arms
You looked and said "baby, we will survive"
And I know it ain't easy
'cos life gets so cruel
And there's a promise I made you darling now
Just one golden rule
** repeat
** repeat
* repeat
Where you gonna go, who you gonna run to
Who you gonna see tonight babe
What you gonna wear, who you gonna know
Who you gonna see tonight my baby
From the back of a one dollar down
Did you ever think I wouldn't be around
This ain't a stand off ain't no fight
But where you gonna be sleeping tonight?
** repeat
** repeat and fade out
Don't Want to Lose You
Don't Want to Lose You is a track associated with UFO, the British progressive rock and space rock band formed in the early 1970s. The song appears on One Of Those Nights: The Anthology, a 2009 compilation that gathers material from the group's extensive catalog. UFO is widely recognized for its distinctive blend of hard rock, progressive rock, and science fiction inspired themes, a sound that became a defining element of the space rock genre during the 1970s and beyond.
The band's musical identity was shaped by the interplay between its instrumentalists and vocalist, creating a style that often featured extended compositions, atmospheric guitar work, and lyrical narratives drawn from science fiction and fantasy. While UFO's early work established their reputation in the progressive rock scene, their later recordings continued to explore these themes with a more polished and accessible approach. Don't Want to Lose You fits within this broader context of the band's evolving sound, reflecting the group's ongoing commitment to their signature style even as they navigated changes in the music industry.
The compilation One Of Those Nights: The Anthology serves as a retrospective of UFO's career, offering listeners a curated selection of their work from various periods. Such collections are often used to introduce new audiences to the band's catalog, highlighting the diversity of their musical output while maintaining the core elements that defined their identity. The inclusion of Don't Want to Lose You in this anthology underscores its place in the band's discography as a representative example of their musical approach.
UFO's influence on the space rock genre has been significant, with their work inspiring subsequent artists who sought to merge rock music with science fiction themes. The band's ability to craft memorable melodies and engaging narratives has contributed to their enduring legacy in the progressive rock community. Don't Want to Lose You, like many of their tracks, exemplifies the band's skill in balancing technical proficiency with emotional resonance, a hallmark of their creative process.
The song's placement in the 2009 anthology suggests it was selected for its relevance to the band's overall artistic vision. Compilations of this nature often aim to capture the essence of an artist's career, and the choice of tracks can reflect both critical and fan perspectives on the band's most notable works. Don't Want to Lose You, therefore, stands as a testament to UFO's continued relevance and the lasting appeal of their music to both longtime fans and new listeners.