The One Who Really Loves You
Mary Wells · 1962
25 min · 10 tracks · R&B · soul · disco
A vibrant tapestry of soulful melodies and heartfelt lyrics that captures the essence of early 1960s R&B.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- short, engaging listening sessions steady melodic flow heartfelt emotional expressions
- Context
- Released in September 1962, 'The One Who Really Loves You' marked Mary Wells' second studio album following her successful debut. At this point in her career, she was rapidly gaining recognition as a leading figure in Motown, solidifying her presence with multiple hits, including the title track which became one of her signature songs.
- If you like
- R&B, soul, disco
The One Who Really Loves You is an album by Mary Wells, released in 1962. A vibrant tapestry of soulful melodies and heartfelt lyrics that captures the essence of early 1960s R&B. This album is significant for its commercial success, reaching No. 8 on the Billboard Pop Albums chart and featuring hit singles that contributed to the Motown sound. The title track was notably a Top 10 hit on the Billboard Hot 100, further establishing Wells as one of the first female stars from the label. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The One Who Really Loves You sound like?
A vibrant tapestry of soulful melodies and heartfelt lyrics that captures the essence of early 1960s R&B. Rooted in R&B and soul.
What makes The One Who Really Loves You by Mary Wells notable?
This album is significant for its commercial success, reaching No. 8 on the Billboard Pop Albums chart and featuring hit singles that contributed to the Motown sound. The title track was notably a Top 10 hit on the Billboard Hot 100, further establishing Wells as one of the first female stars from the label. Released in September 1962, 'The One Who Really Loves You' marked Mary Wells' second studio album following her successful debut. At this point in her career, she was rapidly gaining recognition as a leading figure in Motown, solidifying her presence with multiple hits, including the title track which became one of her signature songs.
Who is The One Who Really Loves You for?
The One Who Really Loves You works well if you're into short, engaging listening sessions, steady melodic flow and heartfelt emotional expressions.
How many songs are on The One Who Really Loves You?
The One Who Really Loves You has 10 tracks, running approximately 25 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 The One Who Really Loves You Standout 2:29
- 2 Two Wrongs Don't Make a Right Standout 2:50
- 3 You Beat Me to the Punch Standout 2:47
- 4 I've Got a Notion 2:33
- 5 The Day Will Come 2:21
- 6 Strange Love 2:48
- 7 You're My Desire 2:21
- 8 I'll Still Be Around 2:17
- 9 She Don't Love You 2:34
- 10 Drifting Love 2:28
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