Power of Love/Love Power
Luther Vandross
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I'll protect you from the hooded claw Keep the vampires from your door Feels like fire I'm so in love with you Dreams are like angels They keep bad at bay-bad at bay Love is the light Scaring darkness away-yeah I'm so in love with you Purge the soul Make love your goal The power of love A force from above Cleaning my soul Flame on burn desire Love with tongues of fire Purge the soul Make love your goal I'll protect you from the hooded claw Keep the vampires from your door When the chips are down I'll be around With my undying, death-defying Love for you Envy will hurt itself Let yourself be beautiful Sparkling love, flowers And pearls and pretty girls Love is like an energy Rushin' rushin' inside of me The power of love A force from above Cleaning my soul Flame on burn desire Love with tongues of fire Purge the soul Make love your goal This time we go sublime Lovers entwine-divine divine Love is danger, love is pleasure Love is pure-the only treasure I'm so in love with you Purge the soul Make love your goal The power of love A force from above Cleaning my soul The power of love A force from above A sky-scraping dove Flame on burn desire Love with tongues of fire Purge the soul Make love your goal I'll protect you from the hooded claw Keep the vampires from your door
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Written by: MARCUS MILLER, LUTHER R. VANDROSS
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Release Details"Power of Love/Love Power" is a single by the iconic American singer Luther Vandross, released in 1991.
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Chart PerformanceThe song topped Billboard’s R&B chart, Latinvpop, and also peaked at number four on the prestigious Billboard Hot 100, thereby becoming a major hit for Vandross.
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Music & LyricsThe song is a medley of the songs "Power of Love" and "Love Power," and it features Vandross's smooth vocals over a catchy rhythm and blues backing track.
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Awards & HonorsVandross's memorable record won him the Grammy Award for Best Male R&B Vocal Performance in 1992, securing his place as a leading figure in the music industry.
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Album"Power of Love/Love Power" is a track from Luther Vandross’s seventh studio album, “Power of Love.” The song is also the opener of the album.
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Song ProducersThe song was written by Luther Vandross himself, along with record producers Marcus Miller and Teddy Vann.
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Music VideoThe song's music video features Vandross performing in a futuristic setting, presenting a futuristic vibe that coincides with the sound of the music.
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Cultural ImpactIt's considered one of Vandross's signature songs, embodying the smooth R&B style he was famous for. It continues to enjoy significant airplay on adult contemporary and classic soul radio stations.
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Cover VersionsThe song doesn’t have any officially recognized cover versions; however, it has undisputedly influenced many R&B and pop musicians over the years.
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Legacy"Power of Love/Love Power" established Luther Vandross as a superstar in the music industry. The song is still a popular choice at events like weddings due to its stirring lyrics about the power of love.
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