Produced by the legendary , the track features a sophisticated arrangement centered on Armatrading's 12-string acoustic guitar.
The "honeyed baritone" heard during the chorus belongs to American actor Clarke Peters (best known for his role as Lester Freamon in The Wire ), who was then a member of The Majestics. Joan Armatrading - Love And Affection
The line "I am not in love, but I'm open to persuasion" was inspired by Armatrading's own life after someone tried to persuade her into romance. Produced by the legendary , the track features