The Part of Me That Needs You Most

"The Part of Me That Needs You Most" is a 1979 song performed by the group Exile. It was written by Mike Chapman and Nicky Chinn. The song was included on the band's album All There Is, and it was the second of three singles released from the LP.

Also known as "The Part of Me", the song was a major hit in South Africa, where it reached number two. It also charted in New Zealand, where it reached number 10.Flavour of New Zealand, 16 December 1979

Jay Black version In 1980, Jay Black (the former lead singer of the band Jay and the Americans) released his own version of "The Part of Me That Needs You Most", produced by Joel Diamond for Silver Blue Productions Ltd. The song spent four weeks on the Billboard Hot 100, peaking at number 98 in September 1980.

B.J. Thomas cover In 1985, B. J. Thomas covered "The Part of Me That Needs You Most". His version became a hit on the country charts, reaching number 61 in the U.S., and number 57 in Canada.

Chart history

Weekly charts Exile Chart (1979–80)PeakpositionAustralia (Kent Music Report)New Zealand (RIANZ)Flavour of New Zealand, 16 December 197910South Africa (Springbok)2 Jay Black cover Chart (1980)PeakpositionUS Billboard Hot 100Joel Whitburn's Top Pop Singles 1955–1990 - 98 B.J. Thomas cover Chart (1985)PeakpositionCanada RPM Country57US Billboard Hot Country Songs61

Year-end charts Chart (1980)RankSouth Africa 15

References

External links Lyrics of this song