Penny Lover

Lionel Richie · Back to Front

The first time i saw u
oh u looked so fine
and i had a feeling
one day u'd be mine

honey u came along & captured my heart
now my love is somewhere lost in your kiss
when im all alone its u that i miss
girl a love like yours is hard to resist
oh oh oh oh oh oh

chorus;

Penny love dont u walk on by
Penny lover u're my hearts desire
tell me baby now could this be true
that i can need someone
like i need you

Nights ,warm & tender
lying next to you
girl,i surrender
what more can i do

i spent all of my life
in search of your love
now theres one more thing i'd like to say
dont u ever take your sweet love away
girl i'd do anything just pls stay
oh oh oh oh oh

chorus

i dont understand it
oh whats come over me
and im not gonna worry
no,not anymore..

coz when a man's inlove he's only got one story
that why my love is somewhere lost in your kiss
when im lost & alone its u that i miss
girl a love like yours is hard to resist

oh oh oh oh oh

Penny Lover

Lionel Richie's "Penny Lover" stands as a quintessential example of his mid-1980s pop sensibility, delivered with the smooth vocal delivery and polished production that defined his era. Featured on the album "Back to Front," the track exemplifies the genre-blending approach Richie often employed, seamlessly merging R&B rhythms with accessible pop melodies. The song showcases his ability to craft romantic ballads that resonate universally, relying on atmospheric instrumentation and heartfelt delivery rather than complex lyrical narratives. As part of his extensive discography, "Penny Lover" reflects the commercial success and artistic maturity he achieved during this period, contributing to his legacy as a leading figure in contemporary soul and pop music. Its enduring appeal lies in its timeless quality, making it a staple in collections of classic hits from the decade.