A Long and Lasting Love

Crystal Gayle

About A Long and Lasting Love

"A Long and Lasting Love" is a song written by Gerry Goffin and Michael Masser and first recorded by Jane Olivor on her 1980 album, The Best Side of Goodbye. The following year Billy Preston and Syreeta recorded it on their 1981 album, Billy Preston & Syreeta. The song is best known from the cover recorded by American country music artist Crystal Gayle. It was released in August 1985 as the second single from the album Nobody Wants to Be Alone. The song reached number 5 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.  


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A long and lasting love
Not many people find it
But those who do their whole life through
Put their heart and soul behind it
A long and lasting love
A long and lasting love
Is what I've always dreamed of
And when I look into your eyes
I knew I'd really seen love

A long and lasting love
We share for many reasons
A special bond
That goes beyond the changing of the seasons
A long and lasting love
A long and lasting love
Someone I can care for
Someone to bethere for the rest of my life
A long and lasting love

I never thought that I would meet someone so beautiful
I never thought I'd see a love like this
Tonight I'll show you that our love is something beautiful
And I'll seal it with a kiss

A long and lasting love
Is what I've always dreamed of
And when I looked into your eyes
I knew I'd really seen love
A long and lasting love
A long and lasting love

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Crystal Gayle

Crystal Gayle (born Brenda Gail Webb on January 9, 1951) is an American country music singer best known for her 1977 country-pop hit, "Don't It Make My Brown Eyes Blue". An award-winning singer, she accumulated 20 number one country hits during the 1970s and 1980s (18 No. 1's on Billboard and 2 on Cashbox). Also famous for her nearly floor-length hair she was voted one of the 50 most beautiful people in the world by People Magazine in 1983. She is the youngest sister (by 19 years) of singer Loretta Lynn and a distant cousin of singer Patty Loveless. Crystal Gayle has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, near Loretta Lynn's star. more »

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Written by: GERRY GOFFIN, MICHAEL MASSER

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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10 facts about this song

Composition & Writers
"A Long and Lasting Love" is a ballad written by Steve Dorff, who has penned famous songs for artists such as Celine Dion, and lyricist Snuff Garrett, a legendary producer known for his work with Cher and Bette Midler.
Crystal Gayle's Version
American Country artist, Crystal Gayle, popularly known as the younger sister of Loretta Lynn, recorded "A Long and Lasting Love". Her rendition reached number five on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart in August 1985.
PBS Special
Crystal Gayle's version of "A Long and Lasting Love" was performed by her in a PBS special titled "Crystal Gayle in Concert". The performance was highly appreciated by her fans.
Jane Olivor's Version
Jane Olivor, a New York-based singer best known for her cabaret performances, also covered "A Long and Lasting Love". Her rendition was part of her 1980 album titled "The Best Side of Goodbye".
Chart Ratings
Despite being a cover, Jane Oliver's rendition of "A Long and Lasting Love" managed to reach the number 92 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1980.
Music Video
Crystal Gayle's version of the song features a heartwarming music video. It shows Gayle in a serene and romantic setting filled with flowers and nature, reflecting the song's enduring theme of love.
Album Success
"A Long and Lasting Love" served as the title track of Crystal Gayle's successful album of the same name released in 1986. The album stands as one of the significant works in Gayle's career.
Romantic Theme
The song's universally appealing theme of enduring love has made it popular at weddings and anniversaries.
Acclaims
Despite not getting a top position on the chart, Jane Olivor's rendition of "A Long and Lasting Love" received critical acclaim for her emotive performance.
Noteworthy Cover
Gary Valenciano, a Filipino singer and songwriter, covered "A Long and Lasting Love" in 1988, which went on to become highly popular in the Philippines, marking the song's global appeal.

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