Gary Puckett and The Union Gap Shine in a Soulful “Lady Willpower”
“Lady Willpower” is a pop song by the American pop rock band Gary Puckett & The Union Gap. The song was released in 1968 as a single and later included on their album “Incredible.”
“Lady Willpower” is known for its catchy melody and Gary Puckett’s emotive vocal delivery. The song’s lyrics express a sense of admiration and longing for a strong and independent woman, referred to as “Lady Willpower” in the song. The chorus features the repeated line, “Lady Willpower, it’s now or never; give your love to me and I’ll shower your heart with tenderness.”
The song was a commercial success and became one of the band’s signature hits. It reached the Top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and contributed to Gary Puckett & The Union Gap’s prominence in the pop rock scene of the late 1960s.
“Lady Willpower” is celebrated for its catchy and memorable sound and its portrayal of the idealized and confident woman. It continues to be a classic pop rock song and is often included in retrospectives of the era.