Lover Please
Clyde McPhatter
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[Chorus:] Lover please, please come back Don't take a train coming down the track Don't, please don't, don't leave me Don't leave me in misery You would never hold me so near You would never call me "Dear" Don't you know I'd die for you? Now you're gone, that's what I'll do All those stories, not too long About a love that went all wrong The girl left the boy, just as bad Now she's gone, she's so sad You would never hold me so near You would never have called me "Dear" Don't you know I'd die for you? Now you're gone, that's what I'll do
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Written by: BILLY SWAN
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10 facts about this song
Release Date"Lover Please" by Clyde McPhatter was released in 1962.
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Chart RankingsDespite McPhatter's diminishing fame, the song peaked at number 7 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 6 on the R&B chart, proving to be one of his most successful songs.
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SongwritersThe track was written by Billy Swan, who also had success as a solo artist with the hit song "I Can Help" in 1974.
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CollaborationsThe song also features The Rhythm Playboys, who was the backing band of country singer and songwriter Kris Kristofferson.
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Cover VersionsShortly after its release, it was since covered by various artists including Perry Como, Melissa Manchester, and even the song's writer Billy Swan.
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Significance in Career"Lover Please" is notably the last substantial hit that Clyde McPhatter had during his lifetime.
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Album InclusionThe song was included in McPhatter's album "Lover Please: The Complete MGM & Mercury Singles".
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Song Style“Lover Please” is classified as a soul song, exhibiting McPhatter's ability to convincingly convey emotional depth and passion in his singing.
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Posthumous RecognitionDespite his death in 1972, McPhatter’s song “Lover Please” continues to be recognized. It is often played on oldies music stations and incorporated into various compilation albums.
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Career BoostThe success of "Lover Please" helped to revive McPhatter's floundering career, albeit briefly. Despite his struggle with alcoholism and personal issues, this song allowed him to regain his position in the music industry.
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