“Gave You My Heart” by Richie Stephens is a lovers‑reggae gem from his 1996 Miracles album, where it sits among other romantic and soulful tracks. (vpreggae.com) The song stands out for its emotional honesty: here is a singer who is reflecting on the vulnerability and sacrifice inherent in love, giving his heart openly, hoping it is accepted and reciprocated.

Musically, “Gave You My Heart” is smooth and mellow, but emotionally resonant. The arrangement provides gentle backing instrumentation that allows Richie’s vocal delivery to carry the weight of the sentiment. His voice is expressive — soft in places, pleading in others — as though he’s bearing his soul. The song is not flashy, but it is effective: its sincerity is its strength.

In its lyrics, Richie speaks of emotional investment: giving fully, perhaps risking pain or rejection, but doing so because love demands it. The message is one many can relate to — love is not just about passion or grand gestures, but about trust, openness, and sometimes exposure. The fact that this track is often listed among Richie Stephens’ top songs, per Jamaican music sources, suggests it resonates with fans for its depth and authenticity. (Jamaicans and Jamaica - Jamaicans.com)

Over time, “Gave You My Heart” has retained its place in playlists, radio sets, and covers, as a quiet but powerful testimonial to what it means to give love freely. For many listeners, it represents a moment in Stephens’ catalog when his romantic side is fully on display, without pretense — just a man laying down his feelings in the language of melody and heart.

Gave You My Heart by Richie Stephens from Reggae Hits Vol 18 on Real Kings & Soldiers Records # BPM 03:56 Reggae | SKA