Love Is Like a Rock
The Cruisers, Donnie Iris
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Love is Like a Rock You can't depend on your teacher You can't depend on your preacher You can't depend on politicians You can't depend on superstitions [Chorus] Love can rock you Never stop you Ah, Ah, Ah, Ah, Love is like a rock You can't rely on Mother Nature You can't rely on your paychecks You can't depend on your doctor You can't depend on your lawyer [Chorus: x2]
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Written by: ALBRITTON MCCLAIN, DONNIE IERACE, KEVIN VALENTINE, LESTER LEE, MARK AVSEC
Lyrics © LAWRENCE LIGHTER ATTORNEY AT LAW, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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14 facts about this song
Song Recording"Love Is Like a Rock" is a popular song recorded by American rock musician Donnie Iris.
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Band MembersThe song was co-written by Iris and his band members from "The Cruisers" including Mark Avsec, Marty Lee Hoenes, Albritton McClain, and Kevin Valentine.
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Release DateIt was released in December 1981 as the first single from the studio album "King Cool," which is Donnie Iris's second.
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Chart PerformanceThe song reached number 37 on the US Billboard Hot 100 in 1982, making it one of Donnie Iris's most successful hits.
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Slade's VersionBritish rock band Slade recorded a cover of "Love Is Like a Rock" for their 1987 album "You Boyz Make Big Noize".
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RecognitionPost-release, the song started getting recognition as a rock anthem of the early 80s.
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Popular in Live Concerts"Love Is Like a Rock" remains a staple of Iris's live performances.
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Genre of MusicLike most of Iris's music, the song falls under the genre of classic rock.
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Song's CompositionThe song features powerful vocals from Iris, matched with heavy guitar chords typical of 80s rock, and synthesizers provided by Mark Avsec.
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Renewed InterestInterest in the song was renewed after Slade's cover version, introducing it to a new audience in the UK and Europe.
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InspirationIt's been suggested that the song's lyrics carry the message that love can be hard and challenging, yet it is reliable, just like a rock.
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Song LengthThe song typically clocks in at around 3 minutes and 36 seconds.
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Music VideoA music video accompanies the song, showcasing the charisma and performance energy of Donnie Iris and his band.
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LegacyDecades after its release, "Love Is Like a Rock" still enjoys occasional radio airplay and remains a fan favorite.
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