It would be fair to say that Karriem‘s super-sweet “I Love You” has been on many Disco diggers’ want lists for some time. Happily, Favorite Recordings has licensed it, offering up not only a timely vinyl repress but also this first-ever digital-download edition.
As it was back in 1979, “I Love You” remains a whisker away from Disco perfection, with Karriem’s fine vocals and killer electric piano solos riding a loose groove full of clipped guitars and high-grade percussion.
Like the original 12″, too, this release boasts both ‘Long’ and ‘Short’ versions; naturally, it’s the brilliant extended mix that packs the most punch.
LYRICS
How many times must I tell you girl, I love you!
Do I have to play the fool to show I do?
Just the sight of you causes crazy notions
What must I do to prove my love to you?
How many times must I tell you girl, I need you!
Are my mind and heart your private ways of play?
When I speak to you a fire starts to burning
But you don’t seem to hear a word I say…
I Love You, I Love You. I Love You!
I Love You, I Love You. I Love You!
How many times must I tell you girl, I need you!
Do you think it’s right to treat a man so cold?
You’ll find out your coldness has left you lonely
Cause I’ll get someone else to have and try hold!
I Love You, I Love You. I Love You!
I Love You, I Love You. I Love You!
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