Sweet Thing (Live) Lyrics
Rufus And Chaka Khan
Lyrics
I will love ya anyway
Even if you can not stay
I think you are the one for me
Here is where you ought to be
I just want to satisfy ya
But your not mine I can't deny ya
Don't you hear me talking baby
Love me now or I'll go crazy
Ohh sweet thing
Boy ya know your my everything
Ohh sweet thing
Boy ya know your my everything
(Yes you are)
I wish you were my lover
But you act so undercover
To love ya child my whole life long
Be it right or be it wrong
I'm only what you make me baby
Don't walk away don't be so shady
Don't want your mind don't want your money
These words I say they may sound funny but
Ohh sweet thing
Boy ya know your my everything
Ohh sweet thing
Boy ya know your my everything
(Yes you are)
You are my heat
You are my fire
You make me weak with strong desire
To love ya child my whole life long
Be it right or be it wrong
I just want to satisfy you
Your not mine I can't deny ya
Don't you hear me talking baby
Love me now or I'll go crazy
Song & Lyrics Facts
"Sweet Thing" is a classic Rufus and Chaka Khan song, originally released on their 1975 album Rags to Riches. It was written by the band's lead singer Chaka Khan and keyboardist Tony Maiden, who also produced the track.
The song became an instant hit, reaching number eight on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1976. The live version of "Sweet Thing" was recorded during their 1978 concert tour and released as part of their 1979 double-album Live: Stompin' at the Savoy. It features Chaka Khan's powerful vocals backed up by the rest of the band, including bassist Bobby Watson, guitarist Kevin Murphy, drummer Andre Fischer and keyboardist/vocalist Joe Sample. The lyrics are full of emotion and soulful longing, making it one of the most memorable performances from the legendary group.