I've Been Loving You


"I've Been Loving You" is the 1968 debut single by Elton John with lyrics credited to Bernie Taupin. The B-side is "Here's to the Next Time", an Elton John composition. "I've Been Loving You" was not originally included on any album and the single was withdrawn shortly after its release. Neither side appeared on any official album release until the 1992 "Rare Masters" box set.
The single is extremely rare. An even rarer 4-song EP, released only in Portugal, contained two additional songs: "Thank You for All Your Loving" and "Angel Tree".

Wednesday cover

In 1976, the Canadian band Wednesday covered the song under the title "Loving You Baby". It was a substantial hit in their native country, peaking at #6 for two weeks on the Canadian singles charts. It is ranked as the 78th biggest Canadian hit of 1976.

Chart history

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Other cover versions