Posted on 02/14/2011 3:41:46 PM PST by patriot08
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Valentine's Day Songs and romance have gone together since the beginning of time. Everyone falls in love sometime in their life, or reminisces about their past loves. Some of the greatest love songs have been with us since we can remember. . Throughout history, people have expressed their emotions through love songs and love poems.. The best love songs of all time have created magic and helped two hearts become one with their lovely romantic lyrics and rhythms.
Here are a few of my favorites- some old, some new and even some C/W.
What are yours?
MY HEART WILL GO ON- Celine Dion
Celine Dion's soaring ballad to lost love:
(beautiful lyrics)
Every night in my dreams I see you, I feel you, That is how I know you go on
Far across the distance And spaces between us You have come to show you go on
Near, far, wherever you are I believe that the heart does go on Once more you open the door And you're here in my heart And my heart will go on and on
Love can touch us one time And last for a lifetime And never let go till were gone
Love was when I loved you One true time I hold to In my life well always go on
Near, far, wherever you are I believe that the heart does go on Once more you open the door And you're here in my heart And my heart will go on and on
You're here, there's nothing I fear, And I know that my heart will go on Well stay forever this way You are safe in my heart And my heart will go on and on
AT LAST- Etta James
It's not the first rendition of this 1942 tune, but Etta's is the finest, thanks to a strong, sensual delivery that says (or is it shouts?) I deserve this! No wonder every bride on earth thinks it was written just for her.
THE FIRST TIME EVER I SAW YOUR FACE- Roberta Flack
Originally a folk song from the 1950's, Roberta Flack made this classic truly her own in a soaring, sensual peformance.
I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU- Whitney Houston
Boom! goes the drum, followed by a split second of silence. Then, out of thin air: ''And I-I-I-I-I...'' Some prefer Dolly Parton's subtler original, but Houston imbued the song with so much drama and chilling technique — and scored such a massive hit — that hers has become definitive.
I WANT TO KNOW WHAT LOVE IS- Foreigner
Don't scoff at this selection. The 1984 power ballad recorded by the British-American rock band Foreigner. The song hit #1 in both the UK and the U.S. Still gives me little goosebumps.
One could even interpret this song as spiritual. From listening and thinking about the lyrics, you can imagine one seeking God's love and guidance The wondeful choir reaffirms this emotion, and feeling, brilliantly in this song.
SOMETHING- Beatles
This is the only song written by George Harrison to be released as the A-side of a single by the group. It also quickly became the most covered song by the group outside of "Yesterday." It is one of the most perfect of love songs.
SOMEWHERE IN TIME-
The beautiful theme from 'Somewhere In Time'.
IF I COULD REACH YOU- Marilyn McCoo (5th Dimention)
The definitive 'other woman' song. Such a lovely voice this woman had!
THE WAY YOU LOOK TONIGHT- Andy Williams
Andy's soaring tenor on this one gets me every time.
STAND BY ME- Mickey Gilley
I like his version better than the most famous rendition by Ben E. King. There's just something about the soft, easy way he sings it.
ALWAYS ON MY MIND- Willie Nelson/Elvis
SAY GOODBYE- Lauren Kincade (from 'Forever Lulu)
This song is from the sweet little (but forgotten) movie,'Forever Lulu'. This is the only song the girl singer ever recorded and its only in the movie. It is said that the powers that be thought the little Asian girl wasn't attractive enough to be successful in the business- even though she has the sweetest voice.
Others: (In no particular order)
TONI BRAXTON -UNBREAK MY HEART
REO SPEEDWAGON -KEEP ON LOVING YOU
BEE GEES -HOW DEEP IS YOUR LOVE
RIGHTEOUS BROTHERS -UNCHAINED MELODY
LIONEL RICHIE/DIANA ROSS -ENDLESS LOVE
SINEAD O’CONNOR -NOTHING COMPARES TO YOU
NAT KING COLE/NATALIE COLE -UNFORGETTABLE
BOSTON -MORE THAN A FEELING
AIR SUPPLY -ALL OUT OF LOVE
KENNY ROGERS & DOLLY PARTON -ISLANDS IN THE STREAM
CYNDI LAUPER -TIME AFTER TIME
CHRISTOPHER CROSS -THINK OF LAURA
Best of My Love, The Eagles. A bittersweet love song, but this one runs deep for anyone who’s ‘been there’ - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EaO-kgG7eCQ
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Know what you mean.
The Eagles really had some great songs. Among my favs; Hotel California
Life In The Fast Lane and Desperado
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“The 1812 Overture.”
I saw that performed live at Moorhead State College, indoors.
It was titled “1812 Overture For Orchestra And 12 Gauge”
Im’m not kidding and it was a hoot!!!
Forgot about ‘ol George.
All My Exes live in Texas, I liked.
He has a summer home about 30 miles from where I live.
(Rockport, Tx)
Would it kill people to add a few words ‘splaining what the youtooooob is about, or at least naming the song?
Haven’t heard that one in a long time.
Good one.
Yes. You don’t like surprises?
That song tells the truth, alright. :)
Here’s a love song guaranteed to rip your heart right out, especially if you’ve been there
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2ur063fMhs&feature=related
Oh, yeah. Been there, done that.
Not always...
Maybe I've shared too much about my personal life....
;-)
I’d forgotten about that one. You’re right about that.
“Elton John - I Guess That’s Why They Call It The Blues”
My all time favorite song. Hadn’t seen the video though. Thanks for sharing.
I need some GirLS in here!! :)
Where are the girls?
(cooking supper, I guess)
If the pain never ends, at least we know love is real.
The Duprees
” My Own True Love”
” You Belong To Me “
Nazareth: Love Hurts, I understand...
Next time I will post artist and song... sorry dude, I really am...
Just didnt think this was gonna be popular...
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Remember. Valentine is a martyrd saint: that means he was killed by archaic means... poor bastard, I bet he can relate to the Nazareth Song... that sh~t hurts!!!
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