The Three Degrees released βWhen Will I See You Againβ in 1974 as part of their album The Three Degrees, with production led by Gamble and Huff under the Philadelphia soul sound. The song features a soft, orchestral arrangement built around smooth harmonies, with the trioβs vocals delivering a restrained emotional tone that contrasts with the songβs deeply sentimental lyrics about separation and uncertainty in love.
It became a major international hit, reaching No. 1 in the UK and becoming one of the defining records of the Philly soul era. Its clean production, gentle strings, and minimal groove helped it stand out from heavier soul and funk tracks of the time, turning it into a timeless ballad that still gets associated with classic 70s radio and romantic nostalgia.
