About the song
“I’ll Never Love This Way Again” stands as a timeless testament to the enduring power of love in popular music. Originally penned by English composer Richard Kerr and American lyricist Will Jennings, the song made its debut through Kerr’s rendition titled “I Know I’ll Never Love This Way Again” on his album *Welcome to the Club* in November 1978. Cheryl Ladd also contributed to its early exposure with her version released in July 1978.
However, it was Dionne Warwick who propelled the song to international fame with her soulful interpretation released as the lead single from her Arista Records debut album, *Dionne*, on July 15, 1979. This release marked a pivotal moment for Warwick, revitalizing her career after a less successful period with Warner Bros. Records. The song quickly ascended the charts, reaching number 5 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and number 6 in Canada. Its impact extended to the Hot Soul Singles chart where it peaked at number 18, showcasing its cross-genre appeal.
The accolades followed suit: “I’ll Never Love This Way Again” achieved gold certification from the RIAA for exceeding one million copies sold. Warwick’s heartfelt delivery earned her the prestigious Grammy Award for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance in 1980, cementing the song’s place in music history.
Beyond Warwick’s rendition, the song’s influence stretched internationally, inspiring a Spanish-language cover titled “Cómo te amé” by Mexican singer Yuri in 1992, which achieved notable success on the Hot Latin Songs chart.
The enduring popularity of “I’ll Never Love This Way Again” underscores its emotional resonance and universal themes of love and longing. Its melodic richness, coupled with Warwick’s soulful interpretation and the masterful production by Barry Manilow, continue to captivate listeners, ensuring its place as a cherished classic in the American songbook.
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Lyrics
You looked inside my fantasies and made each one come true
Something no one else, had ever found, a way to do
I’ve kept the memories one by one, since you took me in
I know I’ll never love this way again
I know I’ll never love this way again
So I keep holdin’ on, before the good is gone
I know I’ll never love this way again
Hold on, hold on, hold on
A fool will lose tomorrow reaching back for yesterday
I won’t turn my head in sorrow if you should go away
I’ll stand here and remember just how good it’s been
And I know I’ll never love this way again
I know I’ll never love this way again
So I keep holdin’ on before the good is gone
I know I’ll never love this way again
Hold on, hold on, hold on
I know I’ll never love this way again
So I keep holdin’ on before the good is gone
I know I’ll never love this way again
Hold on, hold on, hold on
I know I’ll never, love this way again
So I keep holdin’ on before the good is gone
I know I’ll never love this way again
Hold on, hold on, hold on