About the song
“Engelbert Humperdinck’s ‘A Man Without Love’ is a timeless ballad that speaks to the heart with its poignant lyrics and soulful melody. Released in 1968 as the title track of his album of the same name, ‘A Man Without Love’ showcases Humperdinck’s rich, velvety voice and his ability to convey deep emotion through his music.
The song was written by Italian composer Piero Umiliani, with English lyrics by Barry Mason. It quickly became one of Humperdinck’s signature songs, reaching significant success on the charts. ‘A Man Without Love’ peaked at number 19 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States and achieved even greater success internationally, reaching the top ten in several countries including the UK.
The album ‘A Man Without Love,’ which features the title track along with other romantic ballads and classic standards, further solidified Humperdinck’s status as one of the most beloved crooners of his time. Known for his charismatic stage presence and romantic persona, Humperdinck captivated audiences with his performances of ‘A Man Without Love’ during his live shows and television appearances.
With its timeless appeal and universal themes of love and heartbreak, ‘A Man Without Love’ remains a favorite among fans of romantic balladry and solidifies Engelbert Humperdinck’s legacy as a masterful interpreter of love songs.”
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Lyrics
Please release me, let me go
For I don’t love you anymore
To waste our lives would be a sin
Release me and let me love again
I have found a new love, dear
And I will always want her near
Her lips are warm while yours are cold
Release me, darling, let me go
For I don’t love you anymore
(To waste my life would be a sin)
So release me and let me love again
Please release me, can’t you see
You’d be a fool to cling to me
To live our lives would bring us pain
So release me and let me love again
(Let me love, let me go)