This Old Heart Of Mine (Is Weak For You), The Isley Brothers

Probably a lesser known Motown classic, it's always been one of my favourites of the soul compilation records. It's such a bittersweet song, lyrically, telling the story of this man who's so in love with this girl it barely matters if she plays him around a hundred times. Melodically, though, it's simply blissful, the strings are beautifully arranged, the percussion perfectly positioned, and that brass! The solo sounds quite simple, but it's extremely effective, emphasising the euphoria of the lead singer when he gets his lover. It's a song full of ups and downs, and even though the inevitable outcome for the singer might not be the happiest, you can't help but share his pleasure of being in love.