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"When I Need You" is a popular song written by Albert Hammond and Carole Bayer Sager. Its first appearance was as the title track of Hammond's 1976 album When I Need You. Leo Sayer's version, produced by Richard Perry, was a massive hit worldwide, reaching number 1 on the UK Singles Chart for three weeks in February 1977 after three of his earlier singles had stalled at number 2. It also reached number 1 on both the Billboard Hot 100 for a single week in May 1977; and the Hot Adult Contemporary Tracks. Billboard ranked it as the No. 24 song of 1977. Sayer performed it on the second show of the third season of The Muppet Show. more »

Year: 2003 4:10 8,903 Views When I need you I just close my eyes and I'm with you And all that I so want to give you It's only a heartbeat away When I need love I hold out my hands and I touch love I never knew there was so much love Keeping me warm night and day Miles and miles of empty space in between us The telephone can't take the place of your smile But you know I won't be travelin' forever It's cold out but hold out and do I like I do When I need you I just close my eyes and I'm with you And all that I so want to give you babe It's only a heartbeat away It's not easy when the road is your driver Honey that's a heavy load that we bear But you know I won't be travelin' a lifetime It's cold out but hold out and do like I do Oh, I need you When I need love I hold out my hands and I touch love I never knew there was so much love Keeping me warm night and day When I need you I just close my eyes And you're right here by my side Keeping me warm night and day I just hold out my hands I just hold out my hand And I'm with you darlin' Yes, I'm with you darlin' All I want to give you It's only a heartbeat away Oh, I need you darling

Leo Sayer

Leo Sayer (born Gerard Hugh Sayer on 21 May 1948) is a British singer-songwriter, musician, and entertainer whose singing career has spanned four decades. Sayer became a naturalised Australian citizen in 2009. Sayer was a top singles and album act on both sides of the Atlantic in the 1970s. His first seven hit singles in the United Kingdom all reached the Top 10 – a feat first registered by his one-time manager, Adam Faith. more »

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Written by: Albert Hammond, Carole Bayer Sager

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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Single Description "When I Need You" is a song that was initially recorded and popularly known as one of the major hits of the British pop singer and songwriter Leo Sayer.

Release Date The song was released in 1977.

Album Inclusion "When I Need You" is part of Leo Sayer's album, "Endless Flight."

Songwriters The song was crafted by the collaborative efforts of two famous songwriters, Albert Hammond and Carole Bayer Sager.

Chart Success Upon release, "When I Need You" topped various charts globally. It reached number one position on both the UK Singles Chart and the US Billboard Hot 100.

Duration The track stretches for 4 minutes and 10 seconds.

Genre "When I Need You" falls within the pop genre.

Inspirations The song’s lyrics were principally motivated by the demanding nature of working in different locations, away from loved ones. This song speaks of longing for someone who is far away.

Cover Versions The song has been a favorite among other artists and has been covered by numerous performers such as Celine Dion, Rod Stewart, Julio Iglesias, and Luther Vandross.

Awards Although the song itself did not clinch any awards, it significantly contributed to Leo Sayer's Grammy Award win for "Best Rhythm and Blues Song" due to its chart success.

Notable Recognition The song "When I Need You" is third in Leo Sayer's count of three UK chart toppers, following "You Make Me Feel Like Dancing" and "The Show Must Go On."

Artistic Style The song is known for Leo Sayer's characteristic soft, high pitched vocal style, a feature that has become his trademark throughout his career.

Live Performances Leo Sayer has included "When I Need You" in the setlist of diverse concerts and tours, rendering it a significant part of his live performances.

Radio Airplay Due to its wide acceptance, "When I Need You" enjoys significant radio airplay several decades after its first release.

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