Only Love

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About Only Love

"Only Love" is a song written by Camilo Sesto Robbie Buchanan and Mark Spiro and it was first recorded by Englebert Humperdinck sometime in between the 1970s and 1980s, and was then recorded by the late tejano singer Selena in 1989 and was not released until 1996, when it was released for the first time on her 1996 tribute album Siempre Selena and then again on the Selena movie soundtrack a year later in 1997 following Selena's death in 1995. The song was to be developed for her English crossover album or remain a simple unreleased song.  


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I see the distant lights ahead
Another hour or so, and I'll be back in bed
I guess I really thought
That I was gone for good
But you know I never could

I count the headlights passing by
With every one I find 
Another reason why
You'll be sound asleep
And I'll look a fool
How could I be so cruel?

Only love could make me turn around
And make these tears come tumbling down
Only love
Only love could make you stay with me
I doubt myself but you believe
Only love

I wish that I could be that strong
To see me as I am,
And love me right or wrong
I guess I'm still afraid
To only say goodbye
So I keep it all inside
Only love
[Chorus]

So I try to run, but no matter what I do
I know it's true: I can't go on without you
Only love

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Selena

Selena Quintanilla-Pérez (April 16, 1971 – March 31, 1995), known simply as Selena, was an American singer-songwriter. She was named the "top Latin artist of the '90s" and "Best selling Latin artist of the decade" by Billboard for her fourteen top-ten singles in the Top Latin Songs chart, including seven number-one hits. Selena had the most successful singles of 1994 and 1995, "Amor Prohibido" and "No Me Queda Más". She was called "The Queen of Tejano music" and the Mexican equivalent of Madonna. Selena released her first album, Selena y Los Dinos, at the age of twelve. She won Female Vocalist of the Year at the 1987 Tejano Music Awards and landed a recording contract with EMI a few years later. Her fame grew throughout the early 1990s, especially in Spanish-… more »

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Written by: FRED EBB, JOHN KANDER

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10 facts about this song

Song Creation
"Only Love" is a track from "Selena," an album that was released by Selena in 1989. It was one of her earlier songs that showcased her versatility as an artist.
Album Success
The album itself, "Selena," was the Tejano singer’s self-titled debut album. It got her nominated for "Female Vocalist of the Year" at the 1987 Tejano Music Awards.
Genre Classification
"Only Love" is generally classified as a Pop song. This track truly demonstrates Selena's ability to deviate from her Tejano roots and indulge in cross-genre production.
Producer Collaboration
The song was produced by the Grammy-winning producer Abraham Quintanilla Jr., who is also Selena's father. He played a major role in shaping her music career.
Track Language
Unlike most of Selena's songs, which are primarily in Spanish, "Only Love" is performed entirely in English. This reinforced Selena's status as a crossover artist who appealed to both English and Spanish speaking listeners.
Lyrics Theme
The song's lyrics are about heartbreak, unrequited love, and the feelings that accompany these experiences. This theme aligned with many of the other songs on the album.
Song Influence
"Only Love" is considered a major milestone for Selena and played a significant role in shaping her career. It helped her garner international attention and attract a wider fanbase.
Cover Versions
Since its release, "Only Love" has been covered by various artists, illustrating the song's enduring appeal and influence on contemporary music.
Longevity
Even years after its release, the song continues to be popular among fans of Selena and is regularly played on various music streaming platforms.
Posthumous Recognition
After Selena's tragic death in 1995, "Only Love" gained even more popularity as fans revisited her music, leading to a surge in its play frequency.

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