About the song
“If You Can’t Give Me Love” by Suzi Quatro is a timeless rock anthem that has resonated with audiences since its release in 1978 as part of her album “If You Knew Suzi…” Written by Quatro herself along with Mike Chapman and Nicky Chinn, this track showcases Quatro’s powerful vocals and her signature blend of rock and pop.
The song’s infectious melody and catchy lyrics, with lines like “If you can’t give me love, honey, that ain’t enough,” struck a chord with listeners, propelling it to the top of the charts. “If You Can’t Give Me Love” reached number four on the UK Singles Chart and number five on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, solidifying Suzi Quatro’s status as a rock icon.
Quatro’s dynamic performance and rebellious spirit have made her a trailblazer in the male-dominated world of rock music, and “If You Can’t Give Me Love” is a testament to her enduring talent and influence. Its upbeat rhythm and empowering message continue to inspire audiences around the world, making it a staple of classic rock radio stations and a favorite among fans of Quatro’s music.
Whether you’re a longtime admirer of Suzi Quatro or discovering her music for the first time, “If You Can’t Give Me Love” invites you to embrace your independence and demand nothing less than the love and respect you deserve.
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Lyrics
Well, I’ve seen you before on that discotheque floor
You were driving me out of my mind
Oh, but I could’ve sworn that I saw something more
In your eyes
Although you were surrounded by beauty unbounded
Your glance is intended for me
And though I tried to hide it
I found myself looking to see
So then you took your chances, you made your advances
Your touch took my breath away
But when you said, “Hello, are you ready to go?
Well, I had just one thing to say
If you can’t give me love, honey, that ain’t enough
Let me go look for somebody else
If you can’t give me feelings with old fashioned meanings
Then just stay in love with yourself
If you can’t give me love (love)
If you can’t give me love (love)
If you can’t give me love (love)
If you can’t give me love (love)
If you can’t give me love (love)
Well, you may be the king of this discotheque thing
But honey, I ain’t looking for that
What I need is a man
Not some so-called aristocrat
Oh, if only you’d waited or just hesitated
Or maybe just asked me to dance
But you really don’t know why I don’t wanna go
But baby, that’s why we don’t stand a chance
So if you can’t give me love, honey, that ain’t enough
Let me go look for somebody else
If you can’t give me feelings with old fashioned meanings
Then just stay in love with yourself
If you can’t give me love (love)
If you can’t give me love (love)
If you can’t give me love (love)
If you can’t give me love (love)
If you can’t give me love (love)
Oh, if you can’t give me love, honey, that ain’t enough
Let me go look for somebody else
And if you can’t give me feelings with old fashioned meanings
Then just stay in love with yourself
If you can’t give me love, honey, that ain’t enough
Let me go look for somebody else
If you can’t give me feelings with old fashioned meanings
Then just stay in love with yourself
If you can’t give me love (love)
If you can’t give me love (love)
If you can’t give me love (love)
If you can’t give me love (love)
If you can’t give me love (love)
If you can’t give me love (love)
If you can’t give me love (love)
If you can’t give me love (love)
Is it love? (Love)
Is it love?
Is it love? (Love)
Is it love?
Na, na, na, na, na love (love)
Na, na, na, na, na love (love)