Never Love Again
Dusty Springfield · Classics & Collectibles [2009]
I swear that I
I will never love again
Unless I'm lovin' him
Oh, no, oh, oh, oh
He came to me
With a twinkle in his eye
And I fell for him
Yes, I fell for him
Took me by surprise
Unaware was I
Well I fell for him
Oh, I fell for him
If I ever needed help, I need it now
Ain't none of my so-called friends
Got the power to make my tears go 'way
So on my knees I pray
That you bring his love my way
Dear Lord above
I swear that I'll
Never, never love again
Oh, no ho
I stare down at the eyes
And wipe the tears I cried
When I fell for him
Yes, I fell him
Gettin' next to me
Was all he wanted to see
Well goody-good for him
Goody-good for him
When my heart's in trouble
And my mind's in doubt
You're the only one who could ever work it out
And bring the sun back in my day
So on my knees I pray
That you send his love my way
Dear Lord above
I swear that I'll
I will never love again
Unless I'm loving him
No I'll never, never, never, never
Never, never, never gonna love again
Oh, yes I'm never, never, never
Never, never, never, never gonna love again
Dear Lord above
I swear that I'll
Never, never, never, never, love again
Unless I'm lovin' him
Said I'm never, never, never, never
Never Love Again
Dusty Springfield's 'Never Love Again' stands as a poignant example of her signature blend of soulful pop and theatrical drama. Recorded during her prolific period in the late 1960s, the track exemplifies her ability to convey deep emotional vulnerability through a polished studio production. The song features her distinctive vocal delivery, characterized by a soaring, emotive tone that became a hallmark of her career. As part of her broader discography, the recording reflects the era's shift toward more complex song structures and personal storytelling within the pop genre. Its enduring appeal lies in its ability to capture the bittersweet nature of heartbreak, resonating with listeners across generations through its timeless lyrical themes and melodic craftsmanship.