Helen Reddy’s “I Don’t Know How to Love Him” is a powerful ballad that explores the complexities of love and loss. Originally performed by Yvonne Elliman in the 1973 musical “Jesus Christ Superstar,” the song gained widespread popularity when Reddy released her cover version in 1971.
Reddy’s rendition is a heart-wrenching expression of unrequited love and the pain of watching someone you care for love someone else. The lyrics, written by Tim Rice, capture the raw emotions of heartbreak and confusion, with Reddy’s soaring vocals adding an extra layer of depth and pathos.