Lovesong

Adele

About Lovesong

"Lovesong" (sometimes listed as "Love Song") is a song originally recorded by the English alternative rock band The Cure, released as the third single from their eighth studio album Disintegration in 1989. The song saw considerable success in the United States, where it was a number two hit (reaching that position during the week of October 21, 1989, behind Janet Jackson's "Miss You Much") and the band's only top ten entry on the Billboard Hot 100; in the United Kingdom, the single charted at number 18. The song has been covered by several artists, with notable cover versions by American rock band 311, recorded for the soundtrack for the film 50 First Dates and also released as a single. This song was also performed by Adele on her 2011 album 21. 


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Whenever I'm alone with you
You make me feel like I am home again
Whenever I'm alone with you
You make me feel like I am whole again

Whenever I'm alone with you
You make me feel like I am young again
Whenever I'm alone with you
You make me feel like I am fun again

However far away I will always love you
However long I stay I will always love you
Whatever words I say I will always love you
I will always love you

Whenever I'm alone with you
You make me feel like I am free again, yes
Whenever I'm alone with you
You make me feel like I am clean again, yeah

However far away I will always love you
However long I stay I will always love you
Whatever words I say I will always love you
I will always love you

However far away I will always love you
However long I stay I will always love you
Whatever words I say I will always love you
I will always love you
I will always love you
'Cause I love you
Yes I do and always loved you

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Adele

Adele Laurie Blue Adkins (born 5 May 1988), better known simply as Adele, is an English singer-songwriter and musician. Adele was offered a recording contract from XL Recordings after a friend posted her demo on Myspace in 2006. The next year she received the Brit Awards "Critics' Choice" award and won the BBC Sound of 2008. Her debut album, 19, was released in 2008 to much commercial and critical success. It certified four times platinum in the UK, and double platinum in the US. Her career in the US was boosted by a Saturday Night Live appearance in late 2008. At the 2009 Grammy Awards, Adele received the awards for Best New Artist and Best Female Pop Vocal Performance. more »

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Written by: Robert James Smith, Roger O'Donnell, Porl Thompson, Laurence Andrew Tolhurst, Boris Williams, Simon Johnathon Gallup

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

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7 facts about this song

Song Origin
"Lovesong" is originally by the English rock band known as The Cure. - The song was released in August 1989 as the third single from their eighth studio album, "Disintegration".
Lyrics and Inspiration
The Cure's frontman, Robert Smith, wrote the song as a wedding present for his fiancee, Mary, which is why the lyrics convey pure love and adoration. - Smith's signature melancholy style is evident, but the song is largely seen as one of his more optimistic offerings.
Chart Performance and Recognition - The Cure's Version
It became The Cure's second Top 10 hit in the United States, peaking at number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100. - It also reached number 18 in the UK Singles Chart and was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals in 1990.
Adele's Version
British singer Adele covered "Lovesong" for her second studio album, "21", which was released in 2011. - Adele's version was critically acclaimed, noted for its distinct soulful tone and emotional delivery.
Themes and Interpretation - Adele's Version
The song takes on a slightly different tone in Adele’s hands, as she delivers a powerful and emotive performance. - Adele's cover is slower and more somber, contrasting with The Cure's original more pop-rock oriented sound.
Chart Performance and Recognition - Adele's Version
Adele’s version of "Lovesong" charted at number 16 on the South Korean Singles Chart, number 43 on the Australian Singles Chart, and number 52 in the United Kingdom. - She performed her version at the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards.
Impact and Legacy
Both versions of "Lovesong" are seen as iconic, standing the test of time as they continue to be covered by numerous artists and bands. - "Lovesong" is often seen as one of Robert Smith's best songwriting contributions and Adele's most powerful covers.

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