Sometimes It's Only Love
Luther Vandross
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I am still your friend Standing by to catch you If ever life should let you down And you should fall. You don't need to pretend If ever doubt should find you. I don't need to remind you I'm there for you before and after all. I am who I am And I would never fool you. I feel the same way you do About honesty. But do we understand How love is sometimes jaded? It keeps us separated Even though we'll never part. So to be lovers We've got to understand Today is how today begins, Tomorrow's how it ends. And to be lovers Some things we rise above. 'Cause sometimes love is wonderful But sometimes it's only love. Loving who I am Is something that you've taught me. The kind of love you've brought me Takes me through the day. And even though our minds Are sometimes disagreeing Our hearts they're still believing We'll work it out and stay. So to be lovers We've got to understand Today is how today begins, Tomorrow's how it ends. And to be lovers Some things we rise above. 'Cause sometimes love is wonderful But sometimes it's only love.
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Written by: JOHN VERNON ANDERSON, LUTHER VANDROSS
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10 facts about this song
Album Origin"Sometimes It's Only Love" is a song by American singer Luther Vandross. It is from his album, "Power of Love," which was released in 1991.
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Song ReleaseThe song was released as a single in 1992, following the release of the album a year earlier.
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Chart PerformanceIn the United States, "Sometimes It's Only Love" reached number 24 on the Billboard Hot 100. Additionally, it hit number one on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, demonstrating its popularity within this genre.
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Song ThemeThe song discusses the theme of love and its complexities, reflecting Vandross's soulful style and aligning with the overall romance-themed narratives commonly found in his work.
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Luther Vandross LegacyLuther Vandross is often hailed as one of the greatest male vocalists in the history of R&B music. Despite his death in 2005, songs like "Sometimes It's Only Love" continue to solidify his musical influence and legacy.
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Grammy RecognitionAlthough "Sometimes It's Only Love" itself didn't win a Grammy, the album it's featured on, "Power of Love," snagged the Grammy Award for Best R&B Vocal Performance, Male in 1992.
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Song DurationThe running time of "Sometimes It's Only Love" is five minutes and 47 seconds, typical for many of Vandross' soul-filled ballads.
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Song RevivalIn 2003, a remix of "Sometimes It's Only Love" was included on Vandross' compilation album, "The Essential Luther Vandross," introducing the track to new fans and giving it longevity beyond its initial release period.
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Collaborators"Sometimes It's Only Love" was written by Luther Vandross himself along with American songwriter and producer, John "Skip" Anderson.
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Fame PosthumouslyDespite passing away in 2005, Vandross's tracks like "Sometimes It's Only Love" continued to be played on the radio and television, earning him millions in royalties. His song continues to be discovered by new generations, demonstrating its timeless appeal.
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