& Fire - After The Love Has Gone (audio) — Earth, Wind

For a while, to love each other with allWe would ever need, love was strong for so longNever knew that what was wrong (oh, baby) wasn't right

Released in 1979 as a standout single from the album I Am , "After the Love Has Gone" is one of most celebrated ballads. The track is known for its intricate musical structure and emotional delivery, featuring lead vocals by Maurice White and background support from Philip Bailey. 🎶 Lyrics

And, oh, after the love has goneHow could you lead me onAnd not let me stay around?Oh, oh, ohAfter the love has goneWhat used to be right is wrongCan love that's lost be found? Earth, Wind & Fire - After The Love Has Gone (Audio)

Source: Musixmatch Songwriters: Jay Graydon / David W. Foster / Bill ChamplinAfter the Love Has Gone lyrics © Emi Blackwood Music Inc., Music Sales Corp., Noted For The Record Music, Irving Music Inc., Garden Rake Music Inc, Foster Frees Music Inc, Foster Frees Music Inc. 🎹 Song Origins & Background

For a while, to love was all we could doWe were young, and we knew and our eyes were aliveDeep inside, we knew our love was true For a while, to love each other with

: It was initially offered to Hall & Oates , who turned it down because they preferred to record their own material.

: Certified Gold in the US and Silver in the UK. If you'd like, I can find more info on: The musical theory behind its famous key changes. Live performances or notable cover versions. Other hits from the I Am album. Source: Musixmatch Songwriters: Jay Graydon / David W

: Bassist Verdine White noted it was one of the group's most challenging tracks to record; they cut it seven times before capturing the right "vibe". 🏆 Achievements