About the song
Let’s delve into the soulful repertoire of the incomparable Al Green with his mesmerizing ballad, “Simply Beautiful.” This timeless track, released in 1972, epitomizes Green’s ability to evoke deep emotions through his velvety-smooth vocals and heartfelt delivery.
“Simply Beautiful” is a composition by Al Green himself and is featured on his critically acclaimed album “I’m Still in Love with You.” The album, released on the Hi Records label, solidified Green’s status as one of the premier soul singers of his generation. With its lush instrumentation and soul-stirring lyrics, “Simply Beautiful” quickly became a standout track on the album, earning praise from critics and fans alike.
Upon its release, “Simply Beautiful” made its mark on the music charts, reaching significant positions, including #77 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and #10 on the Billboard R&B Singles chart. Its timeless appeal and universal message of love and beauty resonated with audiences, contributing to Green’s enduring legacy as a soul music icon.
At its core, “Simply Beautiful” is a tender declaration of love and admiration. With its gentle melody and Green’s emotive vocals, the song captures the essence of romance and appreciation, inviting listeners to bask in the beauty of love’s simplest moments.
As you listen to “Simply Beautiful,” allow yourself to be transported by Al Green’s soulful crooning and the timeless elegance of this classic ballad. Let its heartfelt lyrics and soothing melody remind you of the beauty that surrounds us every day, and the power of love to uplift and inspire.
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Lyrics
If I gave you my love
I tell you what I’d do
I’d expect a whole lot of love out of you
You gotta be good to me
I’m gonna be good to you
There’s a whole lot of things you and I
Could do
Hey hey
Hey hey hey
Simply beautiful, simply beautiful, simply
Beautiful
Simply beautiful, simply beautiful, simply
Beautiful
Simply beautiful
Simply beautiful
Simply beautiful
Simply beautiful
Simply beautiful
What about the way you love me
And the way you squeeze me
Hey
Hey simply beautiful hey
And you get right down it
And the love is getting you through it
Simply beautiful
Simply beautiful
Simply beautiful
Simply beautiful