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Would I Lie to You? (Charles & Eddie song)

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{{Infobox song

| name = Would I Lie to You?

| cover = Would I lie to you.jpg

| alt =

| type = single

| artist = Charles & Eddie

| album = Duophonic

| B-side = Remix

| released = August 4, 1992

| recorded =

| studio =

| genre = *Pop

*R&B

*soul

| length = *4:38 (album version)

*4:07 (video version)

*3:41 (radio version)

| label = Capitol

| writer = *Mick Leeson

*Peter Vale

| producer = Josh Deutsch

| prev_title =

| prev_year =

| next_title = NYC (Can You Believe This City?)

| next_year = 1993

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}}

"'Would I Lie to You?'" is an R&B song by American duo Charles & Eddie. Written by Mick Leeson and Peter Vale and produced by Josh Deutsch, "Would I Lie to You?" was the debut single by the pop-soul duo, taken from their first album, 'Duophonic'. It proved to be their biggest hit and a major international success. The song reached number-one on the UK Singles Chart for two weeks in November 1992, and was also number one in New Zealand, Germany, Austria and Zimbabwe. It was a top five hit in several other European countries while in Australia and Canada it went to number 3. The single became a Top 20 hit in the US, peaking at number 13 on the 'Billboard' Hot 100 and it achieved award-winning sales, earning a platinum record in the UK, a gold record in both Germany and Austria and silver record award in France.

The songwriters, Leeson and Vale, received the 1992 Ivor Novello award for Best Song Musically and Lyrically.Lister, David, 'Pop ballads bite back in lyrical fashion', The Independent, 28 May 1994

American singer and former teen idol Donny Osmond covered the song in 2002.

Critical reception



The song received favorable reviews from music critics. AllMusic editor Alex Henderson said that Charles & Eddie "shows a great deal of promise on smooth pop-soul offerings" like "Would I Lie to You?", adding that they "show their appreciation of classic soul in a very pop-friendly way". Larry Flick from 'Billboard' wrote that the duo "is quickly picking up pop radio adds with this delightful twirl into retro-R&B territory. Rich lead vocals are supported by Motown-styled harmonies, rumbling Hammond organ fills, and an insinuating, live drum beat." Another editor deemed the song as "outstanding". Randy Clark from 'Cashbox' stated that "the two still manage to create a modern sound through production techniques and danceable beats". Tom Ewing of Freaky Trigger described it as "an irresistibly sweet record", adding that "it's dreaminess all the way down: if anyones going to end up hurt it'll be them, but that's an unimaginable outcome as long as the record's playing."

Diane Rufer & Ron Fell from the 'Gavin Report' commented, "What a hip single! Charles Pettigrew and Eddie Chacon incorporate a soulful sound reminiscent of R&B from years gone by, ala Sam and Dave etc. You only need one listen and we guarantee you'll push PLAY again. Would we lie to you!?" Music writer James Masterton viewed it as a soul ballad "in the classic mould" in his weekly UK chart commentary. Pan-European magazine 'Music & Media' wrote that "one of soul afficionados' [sic] wildest dreams: a duet between Smokey Robinson and the late Marvin Gaye. With this single it's more than just wishful thinking." Neville Farmer from 'Music Week' noted that it "seemed like a one-off, a throw back to the classic soul style which stuck out like a sore thumb in the midst of the electronic techno filling the charts." A reviewer from 'People Magazine' said that "it would be hard to get a better soul vibe and groove than the exquisite "Would I Lie to You?"." Pop Rescue stated that "there is nothing to dislike about this song the music, lyrics, and the harmonised vocals are spot on." Adam Higginbotham from 'Select' declared it as "a fantastic single" and "so faultlessly polished and timeless".

Chart performance



"Would I Lie to You?" was very successful on the charts on several continents. In Europe, it went to number-one in Austria, Flemish Belgium, Germany and the United Kingdom, where the song hit number-one on November 15, 1992, after four weeks on the chart. It also reached number two in Denmark, France, Ireland, the Netherlands and Switzerland. In addition, the single was a Top 10 hit also in Italy, Norway, Poland and Sweden. On the Eurochart Hot 100, "Would I Lie to You?" peaked at number two in January 1993. In the US, it reached number 13 on the 'Billboard' Hot 100, while reaching number three in Canada. In Zimbabwe, the single went to number-one. It was awarded with a gold record in Austria and Germany, with a sale of 15,000 and 250,000 singles. In France, the song received a silver record, with a sale of 125,000 and in the United Kingdom, it earned a platinum record, with 600,000 singles sold.

Music video



The music video for "Would I Lie to You" sees Charles & Eddie performing the song at various locations in New York City. Occasionally, several different young women are seen walking around the city. Some scenes of the duo have a dark blue or sepia tone. And sometimes also features a fractured screen with two boxes, showing different images at the same time. As the video ends, Charles & Eddie continues to sing in the late hours as it gets dark outside. The video was published on YouTube in March 2009. It has amassed more than 51 million views as of September 2021.

Track listings



* '7" single'

# "Would I Lie to You?" (Radio Edit) 3:41

# "Would I Lie to You?" (Club House Mix) 5:04

* 'CD single'

# "Would I Lie to You?" (Radio Edit) 3:41

# "Would I Lie to You?" (Club House Mix) 5:04

* 'CD maxi single'

# "Would I Lie to You?" (Radio Edit) 3:41

# "Would I Lie to You?" (Club House Mix) 5:04

# "Would I Lie to You?" (Truth and Soul Mix) 3:57

# "Would I Lie to You?" (Funky Way Extended Mix) 5:01

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John Gibbons version



Irish DJ and producer John Gibbons released a cover of the song titled "'Would I Lie to You'". Gibbons co-produced the song with Colin Hanley, while Wez Clarke mixed the track with mastering from Nick Bennett. It was released for digital download on August 12, 2016.

Charts



David Guetta, Cedric Gervais and Chris Willis version



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| released = September 30, 2016

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| next_title = Shed a Light

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French DJs David Guetta and Cedric Gervais, and American singer Chris Willis released a cover of the song titled "'Would I Lie to You'". It was released to digital download through Jack Back Records, Parlophone, and Warner Music Group on September 30, 2016.

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References



Category:1992 songs

Category:1992 debut singles

Category:2016 songs

Category:2016 singles

Category:Charles & Eddie songs

Category:David Guetta songs

Category:Cedric Gervais songs

Category:Chris Willis songs

Category:Number-one singles in Austria

Category:Number-one singles in Germany

Category:Number-one singles in New Zealand

Category:Number-one singles in Zimbabwe

Category:UK Singles Chart number-one singles

Category:Malemale vocal duets

Category:Songs written by Mick Leeson

Category:Songs written by Peter Vale

Category:Capitol Records singles

Category:Parlophone singles

Category:Warner Music Group singles

Category:Song recordings produced by David Guetta

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