La-La Means I Love You
Jackson 5 · ABC [1970]
With a line that wasn't true
And you passed them by (Passed them by)
And you're in the center ring
And their lines don't mean a thing
Why don't you let me try (Let me try)
No, I don't wear a diamond ring
I don't even know what song to sing
All I know is
La-la-la-la-la-la-la-la means I love you
Oh, baby please, now
La-la-la-la-la-la-la-la means I love you, oh
If I ever saw a girl
That I needed in this world
You were the one for me (One for me)
Let me hold you in my arms
Girl, and thrill you with my charms
I'm sure you will see (You will see)
The things I am saying are true
And the way I explained them to you
Listen to me
La-la-la-la-la-la-la-la means I love you
Oh, baby please, now
La-la-la-la-la-la-la-la means I love you, oh yeah, yeah
The things I am saying are true
And the way I explained them to you, yes to you
Listen to me
La-la-la-la-la-la-la-la means I love you
Oh, you got to understand ya'll
La-la-la-la-la-la-la-la means I love you
Oh, come on and take my hand, now
La-la-la-la-la-la-la-la means I love you
Come on and be my only one, now
La-La Means I Love You
Released in 1970 on the ABC album, this track by The Jackson 5 remains a cornerstone of Motown's golden era. The song exemplifies the group's signature blend of R&B, soul, and pop, characterized by tight harmonies and a driving rhythm section. As one of their most recognizable hits, it showcases the brothers' vocal prowess and their ability to craft infectious melodies that transcended racial boundaries. The recording captures the youthful energy and polished production typical of early Jackson 5 work, cementing their status as a defining act of the decade. Its enduring popularity highlights the group's significant influence on the development of modern pop music and their role in popularizing the concept of a family unit in popular culture.