I Was Made To Love You By Gerald Levert

Okay, let's talk about Gerald Levert. Specifically, the song "I Was Made To Love You."

Big voice, bigger feelings, right? Everyone seems to swoon. I get it. Sort of.

But I have a confession. A potentially scandalous one.

Hear Me Out: It's... Fine.

Yeah, I said it. "I Was Made To Love You" is… fine. Perfectly adequate. Not life-altering.

Before you grab your pitchforks, let me explain! I'm not saying it's bad. Just, maybe, slightly overrated?

Don't @ me. (Actually, do. I thrive on mild internet conflict.)

The Problem Isn't Gerald Levert Himself

Look, Gerald Levert had pipes. The man could sing. No argument there.

He poured his soul into every note. I respect the commitment!

But the song itself? I dunno. It feels… generic.

It sounds like a thousand other R&B ballads from the era. Good, yes. Unique? Debatable.

Predictable Passion?

Maybe it's the lyrics. "I was made to love you?" It's a little… obvious.

Where's the nuance? The subtle longing? The playful banter?

I need a little mystery in my love songs, people!

Don't get me wrong, declarations of undying devotion have their place. Just not every time.

The "Perfect Wedding Song" Curse

And let's be honest, "I Was Made To Love You" is the ultimate wedding song choice.

That alone might be why I'm slightly jaded. Overexposure is a real thing!

I've heard it at approximately 7,492 weddings. Okay, maybe not that many. But it feels like it.

At this point, when I hear those opening notes, I instinctively reach for the champagne. Less for the romance, more for the coping mechanism.

Alternatives, People! Alternatives!

There are SO many other Gerald Levert songs! Explore! Discover!

Don't get stuck on the one everyone else loves. Branch out.

"I'd rather hear 'Mr. Too Damn Good' any day."

It has edge. It has attitude. It has a killer hook. Just saying.

So, Am I a Monster?

Probably. But I'm a monster with perfectly reasonable (in my opinion) musical preferences.

Again, Gerald Levert is a legend. But even legends have songs that, to some ears, are just… okay.

Maybe you love "I Was Made To Love You." That's fine. I respect your choice. (Even if I secretly judge it.)

Just promise me you'll give his other stuff a listen. You might be surprised.

And if you still disagree? Well, that's what the comment section is for!

Let the debate begin. (But be nice. Please.)