Unless You Do It Again
Smokey Robinson · Other Songs - Smokey Robinson
Somebody comes into my life
Oh, and for a little while
It seems they're the answer to my dreams
To my prayer
As sudden as they come
They start to fade
Like floating smoke rings
Oh, how can they stay with me when
They're only penciled in
You're always there
So all my love
If you can find it in your heart
To do just one thing for me
Come back (Come back), come back (Come back)
Come back (Come back), come back
I don't wanna look
When I know where
Just what I need is
Oh, honey, you've got it with you
So what else can I do
But come to you, my love and say
Take me in your arms
Hold me close
I need to feel you
Oh, to me there's nothin like your touch
It's what I need so much
Oh, yes, I do, my love
So if you feel the need
To ever be with me again
Don't let another moment pass
Come back (Come back), come back (Come back)
Come back (Come back), come back
(I can't find) My way to a very special somewhere
(I can't find) Myself ?cause without you, I'm just out there
(I can't find) That person I wanna put that much in
(I can't find) Anybody like you who makes touchin' more than touchin'
I've been lookin'
There's just nobody around, ooh
No sense lookin'
For who can never be found
Mmm...
So if you feel the need
To ever be with me again
Do it, do it, do it, do it, do it
Come back (Come back), come back (Come back)
Come back (Come back), come back
(I can't find) Sleep at night, I'm either watchin' TV or walkin'
(I can't find) Any conversation that means more to me than talkin'
(I can't find) Satisfaction even when I do surrender
(I can't find) Anybody like you who makes tender more than tender
I've been lookin'
There's just nobody around, oh
No sense lookin'
For who can never be found, oh, oh...
(I can't find) Anybody like you who gets my full attention
(I can't find) Anybody who means enough for me to mention
(I can't find) That person
Unless You Do It Again
Smokey Robinson's 'Unless You Do It Again' stands as a testament to his enduring mastery of the soul genre. As a legendary figure who shaped the sound of Motown, Robinson continues to deliver recordings that blend smooth vocal delivery with heartfelt lyrical themes. This track reflects the polished production and emotional depth characteristic of his solo work, showcasing his ability to craft intimate narratives within the R&B tradition. The song fits seamlessly into his extensive discography, highlighting a career defined by consistent quality and melodic sophistication. Listeners familiar with his vast catalogue will recognize the signature warmth and rhythmic grace that have made Robinson a cornerstone of American music. The recording serves as another example of his lasting influence on the genre, offering a moment of reflection on love and expectation through his distinctive artistic voice.