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
The Shadow of Your Smile...played by Stan Kenton’s orchestra.
“Sleepy Lagoon” by Harry James
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t1r6PCa6II0
I actually like this instrumental better than the Dinah Shore and Doris Day vocal versions
Heard the C. Here's the W.
In that case, this one's for you:
Nancy Lamott, rated as the best caberet singer after Sinatra sings “Summer me, Winter me”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mGbmI295eZQ&playnext=1&list=PL5A644C57972E8001
Hey, thanks for the Texas songs. LOL
Hold me now - The Thompson Twins
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Omh6Ld5d3l0&feature=related
Lovers in dangerous times - Bare Naked Ladies
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e4F14hf2ViU&feature=related
I'm sorry. Just the thought of "Are You Lonesome Tonight?" by Elvis Presley affected the chemoreceptor trigger zone at the base of the fourth ventricle of my brain. Stimulation of numerous dopamine D2 receptors, serotonin 5-HT3 receptors, opioid receptors, acetylcholine receptors, and receptors for substance P led to emesis and subsequent dehydration and electrolyte imbalance.
So, am I forgiven?
Most romantic song? "Like a Coat From the Cold," the song Guy Clark wrote for his wife Joanna, when he had no money for a wedding present.
The chorus:
"But the lady beside me is the one I have chosen
To walk through life with me like a coat from the cold."
Didn’t remember that one till I went to YouTube.
Had to look her up.
Performed twice in the White House. Impressive.
Sadly passed away in ‘95 from Crones disease.
Sorry, but I’m a man and about 90% of these songs make me nauseous.
In that case, this one’s for you:
Paradise by the Dashboard Light - Meatloaf
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LOL you guys!
And here I thought we had some real romantics on Fr!
Hey, this is supposed to be about romantic songs. LOL
Volare, oh oh E Cantare, oh oh oh oh Let's fly way up to the clouds Away from the maddening crowds We can sing in the glow of a star that I know of Where lovers enjoy peace of mind Let us leave the confusion and all disillusion behind Just like bird of a feather, a rainbow together we'll find
Volare, oh oh E contare, oh oh oh oh No wonder my happy heart sings Your love has given me wings Penso che un sogno cosi non ritorni mai piu Mi dipingevo le mani e la faccia di blu Poi d'improvviso venivo dal vento rapito E incominciavo a volare nel cielo infinito
Volare, oh oh E contare, oh oh oh oh Nel blu, dipinto di blu Felice di stare lassu E volavo, volavo felice piu in alto del sole ed ancora piu su Mentre il mondo pian piano spariva lontano laggiu Una musica dolce suonava soltanto per me
Volare, oh oh E cantare, oh oh oh oh No wonder my happy heart sings Your love has given me wings Nel blu, dipinto di blu Felice di stare lassu
That’s better.Maybe there’s hope for you after all. :)
Hallelujah - Leonard Cohen
I wonder what all that means in English? :)
The Smithereens
In a Lonely Place
Especially For You
In Your Evening Dress
Your welcome.
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