About the Song
Power of Love/Love Power: A Soulful Symphony by Luther Vandross
In the realm of music, there are melodies that touch the soul, harmonies that resonate with the heart, and lyrics that paint vivid pictures in the mind. Luther Vandross, the undisputed king of soul, was a maestro of all three, and his 1991 masterpiece, Power of Love/Love Power, stands as a testament to his enduring legacy.
Power of Love/Love Power is not merely a song; it’s an emotional journey, a sonic tapestry woven with threads of love, passion, and spiritual yearning. From the opening notes, Vandross’s velvety voice caresses the ears, drawing the listener into an intimate space where the boundaries between artist and audience dissolve.
The song’s title, Power of Love, is not just a declaration; it’s a fervent belief, a testament to the transformative power of love to heal, to inspire, and to conquer all. Vandross’s lyrics paint vivid imagery, capturing the essence of love in its purest form – a force that can illuminate even the darkest corners of the soul.
The seamless blend of Power of Love and Love Power creates a musical synergy that is both powerful and poignant. The former, a Vandross original, exudes a tender vulnerability, while the latter, a cover of The Sand Pebbles’ 1968 hit, adds a touch of soulful grit. Together, they create a sonic landscape that is both timeless and transcendent.
Vandross’s vocal delivery is nothing short of masterful. He effortlessly transitions from delicate whispers to soaring high notes, imbuing each word with an emotional depth that is both captivating and soul-stirring. His voice is an instrument in its own right, capable of conveying a myriad of emotions with a subtlety and nuance that few singers can match.
Power of Love/Love Power is more than just a song; it’s an experience, a sonic sanctuary where listeners can find solace, inspiration, and a deeper understanding of the profound power of love. It’s a testament to Luther Vandross’s genius, a reminder that true music has the power to transcend time, genre, and cultural boundaries, speaking directly to the human heart.
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Lyrics
When I say goodbye it is never for long
‘Cause I know our love still lives on
It will be again exactly like it was
‘Cause I believe in the power of love
When you’re close I can feel the power
When it’s love I can always tell
Love for me is the best thing now
It’s something that I know so well
Hold me closer and every minute
Of every hour, feel the power of love, yeah
Hold me tighter and take me higher
And feel the fire of the power of love
Did you know that your feelings show
You thought your love was locked up inside
But when your senses start to overload
Love is something you should never hide
You’ve got to believe in love
It’s a feeling that’s next to none
Can’t stop until we are one
With the power of love
Tell everyone to try
I promise you’ll reach the sky
One thing that we can’t deny
Is the power of love
So close your eyes and you can feel it
Comin’ straight from above, it’s the power of love
You can’t deny it, so don’t even try it
Let the feelin’ sweep you off your feet
You’ve got to believe in love
It’s a feeling that’s next to none
Can’t stop until we are one
With the power of love
Tell everyone you see
How much better the world could be
For them and for you, for me
With the power of love
Ooh, ooh, ooh
My-my-my-my-my-my
You’ve got to feel the power
Yeah, yeah
So listen up and you will hear it
A symphony from above, it’s the power of love
So glad we’ve found it, now there’s no way around it
Just let the feeling sweep you off your feet
You’ve got to believe in love
It’s a feeling that’s next to none
Can’t stop until we are one
With the power of love
Tell everyone to try
I promise you’ll reach the sky
One thing that you can’t deny
Is the power of love
When we walk down the street
We don’t care who we see or who we meet
Don’t need to run, don’t need to hide
‘Cause we’ve got something burning inside, yeah
We’ve got love power
It’s the greatest power of them all, ooh… ooh…
We’ve got love power
And together we can’t fall, sing it with
We’ve got love (Love) power (Power)
It’s the greatest power of them all
Oh, we’ve got love (Love) power (Power)
And together we can’t fall, and all the good
, yes, we do
(It’s the greatest power of them all)
(We’ve got love) Love-love-love (Power)
(And together we can’t fall) We’ll never fall if we’ve got
Tell the world we
Got love (Power) tell the people about it
(And together we can’t fall) And it’s all because we’ve got, we’ve got
We’ve got love (Love) power (Power)
Oh, it’s the greatest power of them all and if you believe me
We’ve got more love (Love) power (Power)
And together we can’t fall, I know, can’t fall
We can’t fall (Love) when there’s a love power (Power)
‘Cause it’s the greatest power of them all