Promise Me
Luther Vandross · Forever For Always For Love [1996]
The things that I've been through
So when it comes to our love
I'll talk the whole night through
About the lovin' I've been missin'
Lately, baby I ain't had no kissin'
Don't you love me
Can we stay together
[Bridge:]
Like when we used to be in love
But now you've got your head on another cloud
Girl, we had a good thing
But now you've turned around
Don't you even care how this love
We've had turns out
[Chorus:]
(Promise me, you'll leave me never)
(That we'll be in love forever)
(Promise me, you'll leave me never)
(And that we'll be in love forever)
We can work at our love
And make it all brand-new
If we stay together
There's nothing we can't do
Improve the lovin' is what I'm seeing
Let's do it baby
Don't fight the feeling
Won't you love me
Can we stay together
[Repeat Bridge and Chorus]
Forever, ever, promise me you'll leave me never
Won't you promise me (That you'll leave me never)
Promise me, forever and ever, and ever
[Fade]
Promise Me
Luther Vandross's 'Promise Me' stands as a quintessential example of his signature smooth R&B style, characterized by lush harmonies and emotive delivery. Released on the 1996 album 'Forever For Always For Love,' the track exemplifies the polished production and romantic themes that defined his work during the mid-to-late 1990s. As a staple of his discography, the song showcases his ability to blend soulful vocals with sophisticated arrangements, reinforcing his status as a leading figure in contemporary R&B. The recording captures the era's emphasis on melodic depth and emotional resonance, making it a enduring favorite among fans of his catalog and a testament to his lasting influence on the genre.