If You Don't Know Me By Now - Engelbert Humperdinck - MP3 instrumental karaoke

"If You Don't Know Me by Now" is a soulful ballad written by the dynamic duo, Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff. Originally penned for the trio Labelle, led by the iconic Patti LaBelle, the song found its true home with Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes, headlined by the distinctive voice of Teddy Pendergrass. Released as a single in September 1972, the song marked the group's first taste of chart success, ascending to the summit of the US R&B chart, and securing the third spot on the US Billboard Hot 100. The melody is not just confined to their debut album I Miss You, but has been echoed across the decades. Patti LaBelle breathed new life into the piece, incorporating it into her concert repertoire in 1982, with a live recording finding a place in her 1985 album, Patti. The 1980s saw British band Simply Red reinterpreting the classic, topping the Billboard Hot 100 in 1989 with their rendition. In the year 2023, English balladeer Engelbert Humperdinck threw his hat in the ring, recording a powerful version for his album "All About Love," showcasing the continued resonance and versatility of this unforgettable tune.