About the song
Gladys Knight and the Pips’ rendition of “Neither One of Us” is a soulful ballad that captures the raw emotion of love and heartache. Written by Jim Weatherly, this timeless classic showcases Knight’s powerful vocals and the Pips’ harmonious backing, creating a poignant and unforgettable listening experience.
Originally featured on their album “Neither One of Us,” released in 1973, the song quickly became a standout track, earning widespread acclaim and commercial success. Its soul-stirring melody and heartfelt lyrics struck a chord with audiences, propelling it to top positions on various music charts.
Throughout their career, Gladys Knight and the Pips have established themselves as icons of soul and R&B music, with “Neither One of Us” solidifying their status as one of the genre’s most beloved acts. Their impassioned performance of the song resonated with listeners, earning them critical acclaim and numerous accolades.
Knight’s soulful delivery, coupled with the Pips’ seamless harmonies, imbues “Neither One of Us” with a sense of longing and vulnerability that is palpable. Whether you’re experiencing the pain of heartbreak or reflecting on lost love, this timeless ballad serves as a poignant reminder of the complexities of relationships and the enduring power of music to heal the soul.
Video
https://youtu.be/n_Lh4MFiw08
Lyrics
It’s sad to think
We’re not gonna make it
And it’s gotten to the point
Where we just can’t fake it
For some ungodly reason
We just won’t let it die (let it die)
I guess neither one of us (neither one of us)
Wants to be the first to say goodbye
I keep wondering (wondering)
What I’m gonna do without you (do without you)
And I guess you must be
Wondering that same thing too
So we go on, go on together
Living a lie (living a lie)
Because neither one of us (neither one of us)
Wants to be the first to say goodbye
Oh-oh-oh, everytime I find the nerve
Everytime I find the nerve to say I’m leaving (leaving)
Old memories, those old memories
Get in my way (my way, my way)
Oh-oh-oh, Lord knows it’s only me
Oh, He knows it’s only me that I’m deceiving
Ooh, ooh, ooh, when it comes to saying goodbye
That’s a simple word that I just cannot say
There can be no way, there can be no way (be no way)
This can have a happy ending (happy ending)
No, no, so we just go on (we go on)
Hurting and pretending
And, and convincing ourselves
To give it just one more try (one more try)
Because neither one of us (neither one of us)
Ooh, ooh, wants to be the first to say
Neither one of us (neither one of us)
Wants to be the first to say
Ooh, neither one of us (neither one of us)
Wants to be the first to say
“Farewell, my love”
Goodbye (goodbye)