Love & Kisses
Natalie Cole · Other Songs - Natalie Cole
Hmm, talking on the telephone early in the morning
dawn, softly singing in your ear
A song that I wrote last night, it's so very hard my dear, you are there
And I am here, somehow words I try to say,
they just don't seem to sound right
Conversation's getting thin and my patience is too,
I gotta go I'll call you when
My show is through, oh, hello operator, give me a little more time
In the meantime get my baby on the line, please, in the meantime
Get my baby on that line, I'm sending love and kisses on the telphone wire
I hope he gets them in time, hmm, hmm, love and kisses across the pacific
Gonna send them to that baby of mine,
yeah, gonna send them to that baby of mine
(how you doing....) sure do miss ya, I'd like to kiss ya
(what...) what's that you said my dear, this connection's not so clear
But if you said I love you, then you know that I feel the same way
Hope the kids are doing fine, do they still get to school on time
Oh by the way I really miss your face around about supper time
Conversation's gettin thin and my patience is too, gotta go
I'll call you when my show is through, I'm sending love and kisses
On the telephone wire, I hope he gets them in time
Oh, love and kisses across the pacific,
gonna send them to that baby of mine
Hmm, gonna send them to that baby of mine
Oh, love and kisses, ooh, ooh, love and kisses
Love & Kisses
Natalie Cole's 'Love & Kisses' stands as a defining track from her early career, showcasing her signature blend of soulful vocals and polished pop production. Released during the late 1970s, the recording exemplifies the smooth, romantic aesthetic that would characterize her subsequent work and solidify her status as a leading figure in contemporary R&B and pop music. The song features Cole's distinctive vocal range and emotive delivery, capturing the intimate essence of a love story without relying on explicit lyrical narratives. As part of her broader discography, the track highlights her ability to craft timeless melodies that resonate across generations, reflecting the era's emphasis on polished studio recordings and emotional authenticity. Its enduring appeal underscores Cole's influence on the genre and her capacity to create music that remains relevant decades after its initial release.