About The Song
Ray Charles’s “I Can’t Stop Loving You,” released in 1962, is a soulful and emotive ballad that showcases his unparalleled vocal talent and mastery of rhythm and blues. Written by Don Gibson, the song’s heartfelt lyrics and Charles’s soul-stirring delivery have made it an enduring classic of the genre.
With its gentle melody and poignant lyrics, “I Can’t Stop Loving You” explores the pain of unrequited love and the longing for a lost relationship. Charles’s emotive vocals convey a sense of vulnerability and yearning, drawing listeners into the emotional depths of the song.
Upon its release, “I Can’t Stop Loving You” became a massive hit, topping the charts and earning widespread acclaim for its emotional resonance and musical artistry. Its success helped to solidify Ray Charles’s status as one of the most influential and beloved figures in the history of rhythm and blues.
As we revisit “I Can’t Stop Loving You,” we celebrate Ray Charles’s enduring legacy and the lasting impact of this timeless ballad. Its soulful melody and heartfelt lyrics continue to resonate with audiences, reminding us of the enduring power of love and longing in our lives.
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… I’ve made up my mind
To live in memories of the lonesome times
(I can’t stop wanting you)
… It’s useless to say
So I’ll just live my life of dreams of yesterday
(Dreams of yesterday)
… Those happy hours that we once knew
Tho’ long ago, they still make me blue
… They say that time heals a broken heart
… But time has stood still since we’ve been apart
(I can’t stop loving you)
… I’ve made up my mind
To live in memories of the lonesome times
(I can’t stop wanting you)
… It’s useless to say
So I’ll just live my life of dreams of yesterday
… Those happy hours
(That we once knew)
That we once knew
(Tho’ long ago)
Tho’ long ago
(Still make me blue)
Still make me blue
… They say that time
(Heals a broken heart)
Heals a broken heart
(But time has stood still)
Time has stood still
(Since we’ve been apart)
Since we’ve been apart
… I said I made up my mind
To live in memories of the lonesome times
Sing the song, children
(I can’t stop wanting you)
… It’s useless to say
So I’ll just live my life of dreams of yesterday
(Of yesterday)