The song was Walker's fourth solo single in the UK.
The song was produced by John Franz with Bob Cornford credited as musical director.
The song was the love theme for the 1970 British romantic drama film The Go-Between, directed by Joseph Losey.
The single is notable for including one of Walker's few non-album b-sides, "My Way Home".
The production and musical direction of the b-side was also credited to John Franz and Bob Cornford respectively.