version of the song, which was cited (in the song) as an adaptation of the Gladys Knight & The Pips version of the song. Chart history Weekly charts Year-end charts The Persuaders R&B version In 1974, The Persuaders also recorded a version, taken from their album of the same name Their version was quieter, less brassy, and more introspective than The Pips' version The song reached number 85 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Dean Martin pop version The song was also recorded by Dean Martin in 1973. Andy Williams version Andy Williams released a version in 1974 on his album, The Way We Were. Steve Lawrence version Steve Lawrence released a version in 1973 under MGM Records label. Chart performance Ray Price version References External links 1973 singles 1974 singles Ray Price (musician) songs Songs written by Jim Weatherly Gladys Knight & the Pips songs The Persuaders (R&B group) songs Andy Williams songs 1973 songs Buddah Records singles Columbia Nashville Records singles Song recordings produced by Don Law