About The Song
“If You Don’t Know Me By Now” is a song by Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes, written by Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff. Released in September 1972, it became their first hit, reaching number 3 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and topping the US R&B chart.
The lyrics convey understanding and acceptance in a relationship, highlighting the importance of knowing each other deeply. It’s characterized by the soulful sound of Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes, a quintessential example of Philadelphia soul.