Original lead for The Impressions, "The Iceman", Jerry Butler co-wrote and recorded "He Will Break Your Heart" (Jerry Butler - Calvin Carter - Curtis Mayfield) in 1960 peaking at number seven on the pop chart and topping the R&B chart.

Produced by members of The Tokens, the Tony Orlando & Dawn (Thelma Hopkins and Joyce Vincent Wilson) version titled "He Don't Love You (Like I Love You)" topped the charts in 1975. It was released on the album of the same name.