How Can We Be Lovers

Michael Bolton

About How Can We Be Lovers

"How Can We Be Lovers?" is a song written and composed by Michael Bolton, Diane Warren and Desmond Child and recorded by Michael Bolton. Released as the third single from Bolton's 1989 album, Soul Provider, it peaked at number three on the US Billboard Hot 100 and number 10 on the UK Singles Chart in May 1990. The song also reached number two in Canada, number three in Australia, number 10 in Sweden and number 18 in Ireland.


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How can we be lovers if we can't be friends?
How can we start over when the fighting never ends?
Baby, how can we make love if we can't make amends?
How can we be lovers if we can't be, can't be friends?
 
Look at us now, look at us, baby
Still tryin' to work it out never get it right
We must be fools, we must be crazy
Whoa, Whoa, when there's no communication
Whoa, whoa, it's a no win situation
 
How can we be lovers if we can't be friends?
How can we start over when the fighting never ends?
Baby, how can we make love if we can't make amends?
Tell me how can we be lovers if can't be friends?
 
We lie awake, this wall between us
We're just not talkin', we got  so much to say
Let's break these chains, our love can free us
Whoa, whoa, ain't it time we started trying
Whoa, whoa, gotta stop this love from dying
 
How can we be lovers if we can't be friends?
How can we start over when the fighting never ends?
Baby, how can we make love if we can't make amends?
Tell me how can we be lovers if can't be friends?
 
Baby, love is tough but we can make it
Baby, times are rough but we can make it
We can work it out
 
How can we be lovers if we can't be friends?
How can we start over if the fighting never ends?
Baby, how can we make love if we can't make amends?
Tell me how can we be lovers if can't be, can't be friends?
 
How can we be lovers if we can't be friends?
How can we start over if the fighting never ends?
Baby, how can we make love if we can't make amends?
Tell me how can we be lovers if can't be, can't be friends?

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Michael Bolton

Michael Bolotin (born February 26, 1953), better known as Michael Bolton, is an American singer and songwriter. Bolton originally performed in the hard rock and heavy metal genres from the mid-1970s to the mid-1980s, both on his early solo albums and those recorded as the frontman of the band Blackjack. He is best known, however, for his series of soft rock ballads, recorded after a stylistic change in the late 1980s. He is noted for his distinctive tenor/countertenor vocals. more »

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Written by: MICHAEL BOLTON, DIANE WARREN, DESMOND CHILD

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

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12 facts about this song

Song Release
"How Can We Be Lovers" is a song by American singer Michael Bolton. It was released as a single in 1990.
Album
The song is part of Bolton's sixth studio album titled "Soul Provider" which was released in 1989.
Chart Performance
The song peaked at number 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, making it one of Bolton's most successful singles.
Songwriters
"How Can We Be Lovers" was co-written by Michael Bolton, Diane Warren and Desmond Child.
Popularity
The song continues to be popular and is frequently played on adult contemporary radio stations.
Music Video
The music video for "How Can We Be Lovers" features Bolton performing the song on a staged set with dancers and musicians.
Genre
The song falls into the pop rock and soft rock genres.
Notable Lyrics
One notable lyric from the song is "How can we be lovers if we can't be friends? How can we start over when the fighting never ends?"
Controversy
The song has been subject to criticism due to its clear difference in tone and style from Bolton's usual ballads, but it still retains a strong fan base.
Live Performances
Bolton has performed "How Can We Be Lovers" live many times, often using it as a crowd-pleaser during concerts.
Certifications
In 1990, the song was certified Gold by the Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA).
Commercial Use
The song has been featured in various TV shows and commercials due to its popularity and catchy tune.

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