“Stop! In the Name of Love” is a classic song recorded by The Supremes in 1965. It was written by the songwriting team of Holland–Dozier–Holland and became one of The Supremes’ most well-known and successful hits.
About The Song
Released as a single, “Stop! In the Name of Love” became a chart-topping hit for The Supremes, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States. The song is characterized by its distinctive musical arrangement and the powerful lead vocals of Diana Ross.
The lyrics of the song tell a story of a woman pleading with her partner to reconsider and not break off the relationship. The famous choreography accompanying the song, including the “Stop! In the Name of Love” hand gesture, became an iconic part of The Supremes’ performances.
“Stop! In the Name of Love” is celebrated for its catchy melody, strong vocal delivery, and its place as a classic example of the Motown sound. The Supremes’ success in the mid-1960s, led by Diana Ross, made them one of the most successful and influential groups of the era.
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Stop! In the name of love
Before you break my heart
Baby, baby
I’m aware of where you go
Each time you leave my door
I watch you walk down the street
Knowing your other love you’ll meet
But this time before you run to her
Leaving me alone and hurt
(Think it over) After I’ve been good to you
(Think it over) After I’ve been sweet to you
Stop! In the name of love
Before you break my heart
Stop! In the name of love
Before you break my heart
Think it over
Think it over
I’ve known of your
Your secluded nights
I’ve even seen her
Maybe once or twice
But is her sweet expression
Worth more than my love and affection?
But this time before you leave my arms
And rush off to her charms
(Think it over) Haven’t I been good to you?
(Think it over) Haven’t I been sweet to you?
Stop! In the name of love
Before you break my heart
Stop! In the name of love
Before you break my heart
Think it over
Think it over
I’ve tried so hard, hard to be patient
Hoping you’ll stop this infatuation
But each time you are together
I’m so afraid I’ll be losing you forever
Stop! In the name of love
Before you break my heart, baby, think it over
(Stop! In the name of love) Think it over, baby
(Before you break my heart) Ooh, think it over baby