I'd Rather
Luther Vandross
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I thought sometime alone Was what we really needed You said this time would hurt more than it helps But I couldn't see that I thought it was the end Of a beautiful story And so I left the one I loved at home to be alone(alone) And I tried to find Out if this one thing is true That I'm nothing without you I know better now And I've had a change of heart I'd rather have bad times with you, than good times with someone else I'd rather be beside you in a storm, than safe and warm by myself I'd rather have hard times together, than to have it easy apart I'd rather have the one who holds my heart Whoo-oo-oo-oo yeah And then I met someone And thought she could replace you We got a long just fine We wasted time because she was not you We had a lot of fun Though we knew we were faking Love was not impressed with our connection they were all lies, all lies So I'm here cause I found this one thing is true That I'm nothing without you I know better now And I've had a change of heart I'd rather have bad times with you, than good times with someone else I'd rather be beside you in a storm, than safe and warm by myself I'd rather have hard times together, than to have it easy apart I'd rather have the one who holds my heart Who holds my heart I can't blame you if you turn away from me, like I've done you, I can only prove the things I say with time, Please be mine, I'd rather have bad times with(please be mine) you, Than good times with someone else(I know) I'd rather be beside you in a storm(anytime), Than safe and warm by myself(so sure baby) I'd rather have hard times to gether, Than to have it easy apart I'd rather have the one who holds my heart(my heart) I'd rather have bad times with you(surely), Than good times with someone else(surely) I'd rather be beside you in a storm(oh yeah), Than safe and warm by myself(all by myself) I'd rather have hard times together, Than to have it easy apart(you know it) I'd rather have the one who holds my heart I'd rather have the one who holds my heart I'd rather have the one who holds my heart Whooo who holds my heart
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Written by: ANTHONY S. CRAWFORD
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13 facts about this song
Release Date"I'd Rather" by Luther Vandross was released on October 14, 2002.
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Album PlacementThis song is a famous track from Luther Vandross' final album titled "Dance with My Father".
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GenreAs is typical of Luther Vandross' music, "I'd Rather" falls under the soul and R&B genres.
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Chart PerformanceThe song peaked at number 17 on the Billboard Hot Adult Contemporary Tracks chart, showing its significant popularity.
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Song ThemeThe song's lyrics speak to the theme of preferring the heartbreak of parting with a loved one than never having loved at all, a poignant perspective on love and loss.
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Authorship"I'd Rather" was written by Luther Vandross and Shep Crawford, demonstrating Vandross' involvement not just in the performance, but the creation of his songs.
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Cover VersionsThis song is so beloved that it has been covered by various artists like Jasmine Trias and Celine Dion which indicates its wide-reaching influence.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song features actress Gabrielle Union, adding another layer of star power to Vandross' work.
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PopularityThe song is regularly played at weddings and solemn occasions, pointing to its enduring appeal and emotional depth.
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Critical Reception"I'd Rather" is widely recognized as one of Luther Vandross' signature songs, a testament to its critical acclaim and popularity among fans.
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AwardsAlthough not winning an award itself, the album "Dance with My Father," which features "I'd Rather" won four Grammy Awards, including Song of the Year and Best Male R&B Vocal Performance – further proving the song's importance on a well-acknowledged album.
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Posthumous ReleaseThe album "Dance with My Father" was the last album Luther Vandross released before his death.
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Fan ReactionFans often regard the song as one of Luther Vandross' most heartfelt and touching ballads, marking it as particularly special in the musician's discography.
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