Is This Love
Whitesnake
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I should have known better Than to let you go alone It's times like these I can't make it on my own Wasted days, and sleepless nights An' I can't wait to see you again I find I spend my time Waiting on your call How can I tell you, babe My back's against the wall I need you by my side To tell me it's alright 'Cause I don't think I can take anymore Is this love that I'm feeling Is this the love that I've been searching for Is this love or am I dreaming This must be love 'Cause it's really got a hold on me A hold on me I can't stop the feeling I've been this way before But, with you I've found the key To open any door I can feel my love for you Growing stronger day by day An' I can't wait too see you again So I can hold you in my arms Is this love that I'm feeling Is this the love that I've been searching for Is this love or am I dreaming This must be love 'Cause it's really got a hold on me A hold on me Is this love that I'm feeling Is this the love that I've been searching for Is this love or am I dreaming Is this the love that I've been searching for Is this love or am I dreaming Is this the love that I've been searching for Is this love or am I dreaming Is this the love that I've been searching for Is this love or am I dreaming Is this the love that I've been searching for Is this love or am I dreaming Is this the love that I've been searching for
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Written by: DAVID COVERDALE
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Song Origin"Is This Love" is a song by the English rock band Whitesnake. It was released in 1987 as the second single from their self-titled album.
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Group FormationWhitesnake was formed in 1978 by David Coverdale, who was the former frontman for Deep Purple.
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Song Writing"Is This Love" was co-written by David Coverdale and guitarist John Sykes.
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Initial IntentionThe song was initially written for Tina Turner but ended up being included in Whitesnake's self-titled album.
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Chart Performance"Is This Love" reached No. 1 in the US on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks chart and No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, becoming one of Whitesnake's most successful singles.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Is This Love" features David Coverdale's then-girlfriend, actress Tawny Kitaen.
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Album SuccessWhitesnake's self-titled album, also known as '1987' in Europe, was a massive commercial success, selling over eight million copies in the United States alone.
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Song RecognitionAs of today, "Is This Love" remains one of the band's most recognized songs and is often played on classic rock radio stations.
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Live Performances"Is This Love" has been a mainstay of Whitesnake's live performances since it was released.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by various artists, with versions ranging from soft rock renditions to heavy metal covers.
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