"Kiss Away the Pain" is a song by American singer Patti LaBelle featuring saxophonist George Howard. It was written by Alex Brown and Ron Kersey and recorded by LaBelle for her eighth studio album, Winner in You (1986), with production helmed by Kersey and James R. "Budd" Ellison. The song was released as a single in 1986 and peaked at number 13 on the US Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs, staying on the chart for 16 weeks. "Kiss Away the Pain" was originally recorded by Gladys Knight & The Pips for their 1983 album Visions but not included until that album was re-issued as an expanded edition in 2014. Track listing Credits and personnel Credits adapted from the liner notes of Winner in You. Alex Brown – writer James R. "Budd" Ellison – producer Patti LaBelle – executive producer Ron Kersey – producer, writer Charts References Songs about kissing 1986 singles Patti LaBelle songs Songs written by Ron Kersey MCA Records singles 1986 songs Soul ballads Pop ballads 1980s ballads