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Lookin' for a Love Again

Bobby Womack · 1974

31 min · 10 tracks · R&B · soul

Soulful melodies intertwine with heartfelt lyrics, creating an emotional landscape of love and longing.

Why this album works

Best for
steady groove for relaxed moments heartfelt reflections on love mid-tempo sing-along potential
Context
When 'Lookin' for a Love Again' was released in January 1974, Bobby Womack was transitioning from his initial success in the 1960s to becoming a prominent soul artist. This album followed his critically acclaimed work during the early '70s, including 'Understanding' and marked his continued exploration of personal themes in songwriting.
If you like
R&B, soul

Lookin' for a Love Again is an album by Bobby Womack, released in 1974. Soulful melodies intertwine with heartfelt lyrics, creating an emotional landscape of love and longing. The album features the hit single 'Lookin’ for a Love', which became one of Womack's signature songs and showcased his unique blend of rhythm and blues. Its commercial success helped solidify Womack's status as a leading figure in the soul genre during the 1970s, influencing later artists with its emotive style and storytelling. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Lookin' for a Love Again sound like?

Soulful melodies intertwine with heartfelt lyrics, creating an emotional landscape of love and longing. Rooted in R&B and soul.

What makes Lookin' for a Love Again by Bobby Womack notable?

The album features the hit single 'Lookin’ for a Love', which became one of Womack's signature songs and showcased his unique blend of rhythm and blues. Its commercial success helped solidify Womack's status as a leading figure in the soul genre during the 1970s, influencing later artists with its emotive style and storytelling. When 'Lookin' for a Love Again' was released in January 1974, Bobby Womack was transitioning from his initial success in the 1960s to becoming a prominent soul artist. This album followed his critically acclaimed work during the early '70s, including 'Understanding' and marked his continued exploration of personal themes in songwriting.

Who is Lookin' for a Love Again for?

Lookin' for a Love Again works well if you're into steady groove for relaxed moments, heartfelt reflections on love and mid-tempo sing-along potential.

How many songs are on Lookin' for a Love Again?

Lookin' for a Love Again has 10 tracks, running approximately 31 minutes.

Tracklist

10 tracks·31:23

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Lookin’ for a Love Standout 2:39
  • 2 I Don’t Wanna Be Hurt by Ya Love Again Standout 3:25
  • 3 Doing It My Way Standout 5:38
  • 4 Let It Hang Out 2:24
  • 5 Point of No Return 2:45
  • 6 You’re Welcome, Stop on By 3:43
  • 7 You’re Messing Up a Good Thing 2:35
  • 8 Don’t Let Me Down 2:05
  • 9 Copper Kettle 3:19
  • 10 There’s One Thing That Beats Failing 2:44

Release Date

January 11, 1974

Genre

soul

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

31 min 23 sec