About the song
“Best of My Love” is an iconic track by the American band The Emotions, featured on their fourth studio album *Rejoice* released in 1977. This song, composed by Maurice White and Al McKay of Earth, Wind & Fire, was produced by White in collaboration with Clarence McDonald. Released as the album’s lead single on June 9, 1977, “Best of My Love” quickly established itself as a landmark in both pop and R&B music.
The song’s success was remarkable, topping both the US Billboard Hot 100 and the US Billboard R&B charts. Its infectious rhythm and soulful vocals resonated with audiences, leading it to also reach the top five in the UK and Canada, the top 10 in New Zealand, and the top 20 in Australia. This widespread acclaim was reflected in its accolades; “Best of My Love” won a Grammy Award for Best R&B Performance By A Duo Or Group With Vocals at the 20th Annual Grammy Awards in 1977. It also received an American Music Award for Favorite Soul/R&B Single, cementing its place in music history.
In addition to its awards, “Best of My Love” achieved significant commercial success, earning a Platinum certification in the US by the RIAA and a Silver certification in the UK by the BPI. It was ranked number 87 on “The Billboard Hot 100 All-Time Top Songs” and was one of the biggest pop and R&B songs of 1977, being the third biggest pop song and the fifth biggest R&B song of that year. Recent reviews continue to celebrate the song, with Billboard ranking it number one on their list of the Top 40 Biggest Girl Group Songs of All Time and number 10 on their list of 100 Greatest Girl Group Songs of All Time. In 2018, Heavy ranked “Best of My Love” number six on their list of Top 51 Best Love Songs: The Heavy Power List.
The single’s influence extended beyond its initial release, maintaining its popularity and relevance over the decades. It achieved a remarkable five non-consecutive weeks at the top of the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and peaked at number 11 on the disco chart. Its enduring appeal was further highlighted when it was used in Christmas 2023 commercials for Kohl’s department stores and Campbell’s Soups.
In summary, “Best of My Love” remains one of The Emotions’ most celebrated hits, recognized for its significant impact on the music industry and its lasting legacy in the realms of pop and R&B music.
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Lyrics
Doesn’t take much to make me happy
And make me smile with glee
Never never will I feel discouraged
‘Cause our love’s no mystery
Demonstrating love and affection
That you give so openly, yeah
I like the way you make me feel about you, baby
Want the whole wide world to see
Oh oh, you’ve got the best of my love
Oh oh (oh), you’ve got the best of my love
Oh oh, you’ve got the best of my love
Oh oh (oh), you’ve got the best of my love
Goin’ in and out of changes
The kind that come around each day
My life has a better meaning
Love has kissed me in a beautiful way
Oh, yeah
(My love, my love)
Oh, oh, oh, yeah
(My love, my love) ooh
(Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh)
Oh, got the best of my love
Oh oh (yes you do), you’ve got the best of my love
Oh oh, you’ve got the best of my love
Oh oh, you’ve got the best of my love
Demonstrating sweet love and affection
That you give so openly, yeah
The way I feel about you, baby, can’t explain it
Want the whole wide world to see
Oh, but in my heart you’re all I need
You for me and me for you (my love, my love)
Oh yeah, it’s growing everyday, baby (my love, my love)
Oh oh oh oh oh oh, you’ve got the best of my love
Oh oh oh oh oh oh, you’ve got the best of my love
Oh, giving you the best of my love
My love (my love), my love (my love)
Oh, giving you the best of my love
My love (my love), oh yeah
Oh oh oh oh oh oh, you’ve got the best of my love
Oh oh oh oh oh oh, you’ve got the best of my love
Oh, giving you the best of my love
(You’ve got the best, you’ve got the best)
(You’ve got the best, you’ve got the best love)
Oh, giving you the best of my love