Love Is Stronger Than Pride
Sade
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I won't pretend that I intend to stop living I won't pretend I'm good at forgiving But I can't hate you Though I have tried Mmmm I still really really love you Love is stronger than pride I still really really love you Mmmm I won't pretend that I intend to stop living I won't pretend I'm good at forgiving But I can't hate you Although I have tried Mmmm I still really really love you Love is stronger than pride I still really really love you Mm mm mm mm mm Sitting here wasting my time Would be like Waiting for the sun to rise It's all too clear things come and go Sitting here waiting for you Would be like waiting for winter It's gonna be cold There may even Be snow I still really really love you Love is stronger than pride I still really really love you Love is stronger I still really love you Love is stronger than pride
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Written by: Andrew Hale, Helen Adu, Stuart Matthewman
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11 facts about this song
Song Creation"Love Is Stronger Than Pride" was written by three members of the band Sade, including the lead singer Sade Adu, Stuart Matthewman, and Andrew Hale.
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Album PlacementIt is the opening track and the lead single from Sade's third studio album, "Stronger Than Pride", released in 1988.
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Genre ClassificationThe song is categorized in the genres of Smooth Jazz, Soul, and Easy Listening.
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Chart Success"Love Is Stronger Than Pride" achieved prominent chart success. It reached number 44 on the UK Singles Chart and peaked at number 18 on the US Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.
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Music VideoIts music video was shot in black and white and features Sade Adu singing in various locations including a tropical setting and city streets.
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Receptive AudiencesFans and critics alike often praise "Love Is Stronger Than Pride" for its deeply emotional lyrics, which explore the complexity of love and inner struggle during a failing relationship.
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Covers and PerformancesSeveral artists have performed covers of the song, cementing its status in popular culture. One notable example is R&B singer and songwriter Amerie.
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Lyrics and EmotionDespite the song's title suggesting a positive or uplifting message, the lyrics are instead reflective and melancholic, exploring themes of heartbreak and personal disappointment.
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Album RecognitionSade's "Stronger Than Pride", which featured "Love is Stronger Than Pride", is considered a significant contribution to the neo-soul genre and was one of the group’s best-selling albums.
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LegacySince its release, the song has continued to receive airplay on adult contemporary radio stations and remains one of Sade's most popular tracks.
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Musical CompositionThe instrumentation of "Love Is Stronger Than Pride" is minimalist, highlighting Sade Adu's distinctive, sultry voice. The song features gentle guitar strumming, soft percussion, and an understated use of synthesizers, creating a smooth, jazz-influenced sound.
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