This Is Love
Gary Numan
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This is love This is pain disguised as a dream Memories Are guaranteed to break your heart. Look at me I woke up and found me alone I wonder If you'll ever think of me. I won't cry Now you're gone I won't cry. I should take Your picture From the wall. This is love What's it for? It takes everything.
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Written by: Gary Anthony Webb, Gary Anthony James Webb
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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10 facts about this song
Song Creation"This Is Love" is a track by Gary Numan, an English musician, from his 1986 album "Strange Charm."
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Album Information"Strange Charm" is one of Numan's lesser-known records and the song "This is Love" is recognized as one of its standout tracks.
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Musical StyleThe song blends Numan's signature electronic style with a more pop-oriented sound, a departure from the darker, more abstract music he was known for in the early 80s.
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LyricsThematically, "This Is Love" deals with an intense, overwhelming feeling of love; its lyrics describe this emotion as all-consuming.
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PerformanceAlthough it wasn't one of his biggest hits, "This Is Love" shows Numan's range as an artist and is a favorite among his fan base.
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Gary's Evolution"This Is Love" showcases the evolution of Numan's music in the mid-'80s, a period in which he experimented with jazz-funk and other musical styles.
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Chart PerformanceDespite its popularity among fans, "This Is Love" did not achieve notable single chart success.
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Numan's InfluenceOverall, the song illustrates Numan's influence in the development of electronica, synth-pop, and industrial music. Despite the relative obscurity of "This Is Love," the track showcases Numan's talents and musical breadth perfectly.
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Critical ReceptionWhile "This Is Love" and its parent album "Strange Charm" were not commercial hits, they received mixed to positive reviews, with many praising Numan's abilities to effectively experiment with different music styles.
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Personal InsightsNuman, in interviews, has described "This Is Love" as a favourite of his, reflecting how his work often stems from personal emotions and experiences.
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