Dionne Warwick’s “Heartbreaker,” released in 1982, stands as a poignant ballad that not only showcases her enduring vocal prowess but also marks a collaboration with the Bee Gees, adding a touch of their signature sound to this soulful track.
About The Song
The song’s emotive lyrics, combined with Warwick’s expressive delivery, delve into the complexities of heartbreak and romantic longing. The Bee Gees’ influence is evident in the composition, with their knack for crafting emotionally resonant melodies complementing Warwick’s soulful interpretation.
“Heartbreaker” became a chart-topping success, reaffirming Dionne Warwick’s status as a seasoned artist with a remarkable ability to convey deep emotions through her music. The song’s lush production, poignant lyrics, and Warwick’s soul-stirring performance contributed to its lasting impact on the landscape of pop and R&B in the early 1980s.
As we revisit “Heartbreaker,” we celebrate the synergy between Dionne Warwick and the Bee Gees, a collaboration that produced a timeless ballad. The song not only reflects the musical sensibilities of its era but also highlights Warwick’s ability to adapt and evolve, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of listeners who resonate with the universal themes of love and heartbreak.
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I got to say it and it’s hard for me
You got me crying like I thought I would never be
Love is believin’, but you let me down
How can I love you when you ain’t around?
And I get to the morning and you never call
Love should be everything or not at all
And it don’t matter whatever you do
I made a life out of loving you
Only to find any dream that I follow is dying
I’m crying in the rain
I could be searching my world for a love everlasting
Feeling no pain
When will we meet again?
Why do you have to be a heartbreaker?
Is it a lesson that I never knew?
Got to get out of the spell that I’m under
My love for you
Why do you have to be a heartbreaker
When I was being what you want me to be?
Suddenly, everything I ever wanted
Has passed me by
This world may end
Not you and I
My love is stronger than the universe
My soul is crying for you, and that cannot be reversed
You made the rules, and you could not see
You made a life out of hurting me
Out of my mind, I am held by the power of you, love
Tell me when do we try?
Or should we say goodbye?
Why do you have to be a heartbreaker
When I was being what you want me to be?
Suddenly, everything I ever wanted
Has passed me by
Ooh, oh, oh-oh
Why do you have to be a heartbreaker?
Is it a lesson that I never knew?
Suddenly, everything I ever wanted
My love for you, whoa-oh-oh
Why do you have to be a heartbreaker
When I was being what you want me to be?
Suddenly everything I ever wanted
Has passed me by
Tell me, why do you have to be a heartbreaker?