L.T.D., Where Did We Go Wrong | Throwback Vibez 🕶️🎶

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In the 72^nd edition of Throwback Vibez (2023), we recollect and reflect on “Where Did We Go Wrong” by L.T.D..

The vibes, the vibes, those Throwback Vibez ! Throwback Vibez is a column that celebrates awesome songs from the past. The records that grace this column are older, but that doesn’t necessarily mean that they’re ancient – no fossils ! All genres of music are welcome. In the 72nd edition of Throwback Vibez (2023), we recollect and reflect on “Where Did We Go Wrong”, performed by L.T.D..

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“Where did we go wrong? / Now won’t you tell me what went wrong with love.” Oh, the plight of love, captured by a terrific, four-and-a-half-minute, 1980s R&B ballad! Jeffrey Osborne and L.T.D. (Love, Togetherness, and Devotion, btw) landed a top-10 R&B hit with “Where Did We Go Wrong”. “Where Did We Go Wrong” hails from the collective’s 1980 album, Shine On. “Where Did We Go Wrong” failed to chart on the Billboard Hot 100 – bummer! At least the title track gave L.T.D. a top-40 hit . Despite failing to achieve mainstream appeal like early classics “Love Ballad” and especially “(Every Time I Turn Around) Back in Love Again”, “Where Did We Go Wrong” is quite accomplished – a surefire winner.

classic The biggest selling are the expressive lead vocals by Jeffrey Osborne. He sings these love-oriented lyrics authentically and relatable. He asserts, “And if our love was meant to be, oh girl / We’ll find a way to save it / We’ll build a road of love, baby.” Sigh, oh, the feels! Featuring memorable songwriting, particularly the chorus, Osborne penned “Where Did We Go Wrong” alongside Sam Dees. Another selling point is the lush production, courtesy of Bobby Martin. The decadent ear candy comprises of electric piano , a robust bass line, a simple but effective groove, and the secret weapon, strings ! Although the love has gone south, there is nothing broken regarding “Where Did We Go Wrong”.