David Ruffin - I Miss You, Part 1

David Ruffin performing I Miss You, Part 1.
"David Ruffin - I Miss You, Part 1" is a soulful R&B ballad performed by the American singer David Ruffin. Released during the 1970s, the song showcases Ruffin's powerful and emotive vocal delivery. "I Miss You, Part 1" is celebrated for its heartfelt lyrics, exploring themes of love, heartbreak, and the longing for a lost connection. The song's enduring popularity lies in Ruffin's ability to convey genuine emotions through his singing, creating a moving and memorable musical experience.
As a notable piece in David Ruffin's discography, "I Miss You, Part 1" stands as a testament to his talent for crafting soulful ballads. The song's soul-stirring melodies and Ruffin's evocative performance have contributed to its lasting impact within the soul and R&B genres. With its timeless sound and poignant themes, "David Ruffin - I Miss You, Part 1" remains a classic representation of Ruffin's contribution to the soul music landscape during the 1970s.
Lyrics:
[Intro]
Ooh, ooh
[Chorus]
(Oh, I) Oh, I
(Oh, I) Oh oh, I
(Miss you) I miss you baby
(Miss you, miss you, miss you, miss you, miss you)
And oh, I (Oh I)
(Oh, I) Oh oh, I
(Miss you) I miss you baby
(Miss you, miss you, miss you, miss you, miss you)
I swear I do (I wish I could)
[Verse 1]
Every since you went away
I ain't been doing nothing everyday but
(Thinking, thinking, thinking)
Thinking, thinking and thinking and thinking
With my head in my hands
(Thinking, thinking)
You been away from me so long
I just don't think I can carry on so I start
(Drinking, drinking, drinking)
Drinking and drinking and drinking that good feeling again
Each and every night
(Drinking, drinking)
(Ah, ah, ah)
Oh, ohh
So I drink all my loneliness away
And go from day to day
Oh lord, on my hands and knees
I wait here for your return
(Oh how I yearn) Oh, how I yearn
[Chorus]
(If I come back, would things be any different?)
(Oh, I) Oh, I
(Oh, I) Oh oh, I
(Miss you) I miss you baby
(Miss you, miss you, miss you, miss you, miss you)
I wanna see you one more time
(David, I miss you too)
[Verse 2]
Can't you can look in my eyes and see
That a great big man like me has been
(Crying, crying, crying)
Crying, crying and crying my soul and heart out to you
(Crying, crying)
(Don't do that, you make it so difficult)
I'm getting tired of
Sitting in my lonely room
Filled with nothing but gloom and I feel like
(Dying, dying, dying)
Dying and dying and dying
(Dying, dying)
I guess I better hang it up
(If I could believe you ...)
Ever since the day you left
I don't know what to do with myself
Oh, on my hands and knees
I wait for your return
(Oh, how I yearn) Oh, how I yearn
[Chorus]
(But after all we've gone through)
(Oh, I) Oh, I
(I just can't, I just can't walk back in)
(Oh, I) Oh oh, I
(Miss you) I miss you baby
(Miss you, miss you, miss you, miss you, miss you)
I wanna say it with my heart
(You sound so sincere)
Oh, I
(But how well I know you)
Oh oh, I
I miss you baby
(Miss you, miss you, miss you, miss you, miss you)
I swear I do
(If only)
Oh, woo
(Oh, how I yearn) Oh-oh-woah
(If only I knew that this time things would be different)
(Oh, I) Oh, I
(Oh, I) Oh oh, I
I miss you baby
(Miss you, miss you, miss you, miss you, miss you)
I'm tired of drinking and drinking and thinking and thinking and crying and crying
(Oh, I) Woo, oh oh I
(If I could just trust you)
(Oh, I) Ooh, you sound good
(If I could just try)
Oh, I'm getting tired
I guess I better hang it up, get back in my room
(Miss you, miss you, miss you, miss you, miss you)
(Oh, I) Oh oh, I
This lonely room is getting crowded
(Oh, I) Oh oh, I
I miss you baby
(Miss you, miss you, miss you, miss you, miss you)
On my hands and knees, I'm beggin' you
Ooh, ooh
#DavidRuffin #IMissYouPart1

[@chrismorgan5252]

Man I listen to this almost every day. David Ruffin the Millennium Collection. You betta get yours...

[@angelinesavage9431]

Well... I must say I love, love, love Mr. David Ruffin's version of this song, no disrespect to the other versions, but this is the only one I feel in my soul... and when he squeals it rips through me in such a way I can feel it, I can almost shout. Even my 10 year old turns this one up.

[@illwill5643]

that voice background gives me a story. If Teddys version is a 10 this gotta be a 15

[@Mac__fit]

Not too many like Ruff!!!! Was the best of the best!!! He made you feel the song

[@carylbrowngirl5148]

I love the old music but sometimes it hits me hard on how much I miss my mother.

[@antij1]

Teddy's was great, but I don't feel it in my bones like this.

[@magnipotentmartha1]

The Ruff ONW This, the background, everything all arrangements are on point. The Voice of our Life Time!

[@Amentithewriter]

*OWN :)

[@krystalklearmoments4138]

OH. MY. GREATNESS...the soul in his voice is electrifying!!!

[@J0SHOFFICIAL]

🐐

[@jgibman1]

The Harold Melvin version had better background vocals but the great Mr. Ruffin owned this song with his pitch, clarity, and range.

[@TARAI_OFFICIAL]

Its sad that we live in a world where its no longer all about the Music, its not like youre trying to make money off it, or make claims its yours. You're simply keeping real Music alive in the world. Cheers Mate youre a champ !

[@peacegillard6108]

When I hear this version I just sit back and cry;(

[@eddietee6305]

First I'm hearing David's version - always thought it was a Gamble and Huff composition.

[@cedbigby1126]

It is

[@pharell05]

i wish i was born in this era of music

[@tavorisadams6263]

🙉D. David, U got Teddy on this one. U kill it🤗

[@soniaj9107]

David Ruffin’s version on this song was off the charts
Love his voice and think of my dad with this song!
May he Rest In Peace ❤️

[@bagzboo7373]

express yourself, and my love comes down.

[@robertoleveneur1520]

joli!!!

[@spiritladysoul]

i adore this track....

[@VegazTheOne]

classic!!

[@prime15able]

Ummmmmm No Vv

[@Dre8686]

This was cool but teddy pendergrass did it better!