About the song
“Lost Without Your Love” is a poignant ballad that marked a significant chapter in the career of the soft rock group Bread. Written and composed by David Gates, the song served as the title track for Bread’s final studio album, released in 1976. More than just the album’s namesake, “Lost Without Your Love” became Bread’s final top 10 hit, a testament to the band’s enduring popularity and Gates’ songwriting prowess.
This heartfelt song resonated with listeners, spending a remarkable 16 weeks on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart. This longevity surpassed all of Bread’s previous releases, except for their iconic hit “Make It With You.” Notably, “Lost Without Your Love” functioned as a triumphant return for the band. It arrived after a three-and-a-half-year hiatus from the charts, a period during which Gates embarked on a solo career. The song’s success served as a powerful reminder of Bread’s musical influence and their ability to connect with audiences on an emotional level.
“Lost Without Your Love” didn’t just capture hearts in the United States. The song climbed the charts internationally, peaking at number 8 in Canada and reaching the coveted number one spot on the country’s Easy Listening chart. This widespread appeal solidified Bread’s position as a band with a global fanbase, transcending cultural boundaries with their relatable themes of love and loss.
While the exact details of the song’s lyrics remain undisclosed, the title itself paints a vivid picture of profound emotional dependence. It hints at a love so deep and all-encompassing that life itself feels incomplete without the presence of the beloved. “Lost Without Your Love” stands as a timeless classic, a testament to the enduring power of love songs and the enduring legacy of the band Bread.
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Lyrics
Lost and all alone
I always thought that I could make it on my own
But since you left I hardly make it through the day
My tears get in the way, and I need you back to stay
I wonder through the night
And search the world for the words to make it right
All I want is the way it used to be
With you here close to me
And I’ve got to make you see
That I’m lost with out your love
Life without you isn’t worth the trouble of
I’m as helpless as a ship without a wind
A touch without a feel
I can’t believe its real
And someday soon I’ll wake and find my heart won’t have to break
Yes, I’m lost with out your love
Life without you isn’t worth the trouble of
All I want is just the way it used to be
I need you here with me
Oh darling can’t you see
If we had love before we can have it back once more