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(often referred to as "Part-Time Lover" ) is a classic soul track by Howard Tate , originally released in 1967 . Produced by the legendary Jerry Ragovoy , it is considered a definitive example of late-1960s soul and blues-influenced R&B. Song Overview Artist : Howard Tate Release Year : 1967

: The track was produced and arranged by Jerry Ragovoy , who was instrumental in Tate's career and known for his sophisticated, gospel-tinged soul arrangements.

: Credited to C. Hammond (often associated with Clay Hammond). howard_tate_part_time_lover

: The song is highly regarded by soul enthusiasts and has been featured on various jazz and soul retrospective broadcasts, such as The 95bFM Jazz Show .

: Official audio and fan-uploaded versions are available on platforms like YouTube and Genius . The 95bFM Jazz Show - Auckland (often referred to as "Part-Time Lover" ) is

The song depicts a narrator's desire for a "part-time lover" to ease the loneliness when his primary partner leaves him. Tate uses powerful metaphors, expressing that he would "rather be dead" than live lonely every day, and seeks a partner who will stick with him "through thick and thin".

: Originally released as a single and later included on his acclaimed debut album, Get It While You Can (1967). Label : Verve Records . Genre : Soul, Funk, R&B. Production and Credits : Credited to C

: The song features Tate's distinctively high, soulful tenor over a backdrop of brass arrangements and a steady rhythm section typical of the Ragovoy production style. Lyrical Content