About The Song
“I’m Not in Love” by 10cc is a groundbreaking song known for its innovative use of multitracked vocals in the backing track, giving it a unique sound. Written by Eric Stewart and Graham Gouldman, it’s recognized for its distinctive sound, primarily composed of multitracked vocals. Stewart and Gouldman used tape loops and voices to create the song’s unique sound, including a “choir” of 48 voices and the whispered line “big boys don’t cry”.
In the United States, the song peaked at #2 on the Pop chart for three weeks and reached #10 on the Adult Contemporary chart in 1975. On the Cashbox Singles chart, it peaked at #3 and spent 19 weeks (18 weeks in the Top 100). The theme of “I’m Not in Love” by 10cc revolves around the complexities of love and relationships. “I’m Not in Love” is more than just a love song; it’s a poignant reflection on the nuances and intricacies of human emotions within romantic relationships.
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Lyrics
I’m not in love
So don’t forget it
It’s just a silly phase I’m going through
And just because
I call you up
Don’t get me wrong, don’t think you’ve got it made
I’m not in love, no no, it’s because..
I like to see you
But then again
That doesn’t mean you mean that much to me
So if I call you
Don’t make a fuss
Don’t tell your friends about the two of us
I’m not in love, no no, it’s because..
I keep your picture
Upon the wall
It hides a nasty stain that’s lying there
So don’t you ask me
To give it back
I know you know it doesn’t mean that much to me
I’m not in love, no no, it’s because..
Ooh you’ll wait a long time for me
Ooh you’ll wait a long time
Ooh you’ll wait a long time for me
Ooh you’ll wait a long time
I’m not in love
So don’t forget it
It’s just a silly phase I’m going through
And just because I call you up
Don’t get me wrong, don’t think you’ve got it made
I’m not in love
I’m not in love