You Stopped Loving Me
Luther Vandross · Hidden Gems [2012]
I've had a lot of things happen to me in my life
And yet
I don't spend much of my time
Feelin' sad
I don't let anything turn my sunshine to rain
I never have
Well, people have told me I'm not worth the time of day
Said I was over the hill
And it's been said that I always get in the way
But nothin' seemed to hurt me till
You stopped lovin'
You stopped lovin' me
Why'd you do that
You stopped lovin'
You stopped lovin' me
Lovin' me
And I don't want to do
Don't know what I'm gonna do, my love
(You stopped)
(You stopped)
(You stopped)
I just can't get it together since
(You stopped)
(You stopped)
(You stopped)
Oh
Out of your love, my love came
You made me strong
Well, it's just a shame, I don't know who or what to blame
Now that you're gone
I walk down the avenue right where I first met you
That nothin' else could do, yeah, yeah
Not a place I go through that I don't run into
Somethin' to remind me that
You stopped lovin'
You stopped lovin' me
Why'd you do that
You stopped lovin', oh
You stopped lovin' me
Lovin' me
And I don't want to do
Don't know what I'm gonna do, my love
(You stopped)
(You stopped)
(You stopped)
I just can't get it together since
(You stopped)
(You stopped)
(You stopped)
No, I just can't get it together since
(You stopped)
(You stopped)
(You stopped)
I just can't get it together since, no
(You stopped)
(You stopped)
(You stopped)
Ooh...oh...ho...
You stopped lovin', whoa, whoa
You stopped lovin' me, whoa, whoa, whoa
You stopped lovin', whoa, whoa
You stopped lovin' me, whoa, whoa, whoa
(You stopped lovin') I wonder why, wonder why, baby
(You stopped lovin' me) Why'd you do it, why'd you do that
(You stopped lovin') I wonder why, wonder why, baby
(You stopped lovin' me) Why'd you do it, girl, girl, yeah
(You stopped lovin') Why'd you do that, girl
(You stopped lovin' me) I wanna know, wanna know, wanna know
(You stopped lovin') Why'd you do that, baby
(You stopped lovin' me) You stopped, you stopped, you stopped
(You stopped lovin') You don't no more, you surely stopped, girl
(You stopped lovin' me) Oh...oh...yes, you did
(You stopped lovin') If you don't anymore, you've surely stopped, girl
(You stopped lovin' me)
(You stopped lovin') I wanna know, wanna know, wanna know
(You stopped lovin' me) Why'd you do that, why'd you do that, baby
(You stopped lovin')
(You stopped lovin' me)
(You stopped lovin')
(You stopped lovin' me)
You Stopped Loving Me
Luther Vandross remains a defining figure in R&B and soul, celebrated for his velvety vocals and emotive delivery. This track exemplifies his signature style, blending smooth harmonies with poignant lyrical themes of heartbreak and lost affection. Throughout his extensive discography, Vandross consistently delivered recordings that resonated deeply with audiences, establishing a legacy built on musical excellence and emotional authenticity. The song reflects the polished production values and sophisticated arrangements that characterized his work during this period. As part of his broader catalogue, it stands as a testament to his ability to craft timeless ballads that capture the complexities of romantic relationships. Vandross's influence on the genre endures through these carefully crafted performances, which continue to showcase his unparalleled vocal range and interpretive skill.