The Ojays - You Got The Hooks In Me (1973) -

Walter Williams and William Powell provide a velvet cushion.

Levert captures the desperation of being "hooked." The OJays - You Got The Hooks In Me (1973)

Unlike many breakup songs of the era, this track explores the "beautiful struggle" of a toxic or irresistible love. Being "hooked" implies a lack of control. Walter Williams and William Powell provide a velvet cushion

Sweeping strings provide a cinematic backdrop. The OJays - You Got The Hooks In Me (1973)

The magic of this track lies in the interplay between the trio. Eddie Levert’s lead vocal isn't just singing; it’s a testimony.

It moves from a smooth plea to an intense, church-influenced climax. A Song of Sweet Surrender