This Is Love
PJ Harvey
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I can't believe that life's so complex When I just want to sit here and watch you undress I can't believe that life's so complex When I just want to sit here and watch you undress This is love, this is love That I'm feeling This is love, this is love That I'm feeling This is love, love, love That I'm feeling Does it have to be a life full of dread I wanna chase you round the table, I wanna touch your head Does it have to be a life full of dread I wanna chase you round the table, I wanna touch your head This is love, this is love That I'm feeling This is love, this is love That I'm feeling This is love, love, love, love That I'm feeling I can't believe that the axis turns on suffering When you taste so good I can't believe that the axis turns on suffering When my head burns Love, love, love, love That I'm feeling This is love, this is love That I'm feeling This is love, love, love, love That I'm feeling Even in the summer Even in the spring You can never get too much of A wonderful thing You're the only story that I never told You're my dirty little secret, wanna keep you so You're the only story that never been told You're my dirty little secret, wanna keep you so Come on out, come on over, help me forget Keep the walls from falling as they're tumbling in Come on out, come on over, help me forget Keep the walls from falling on me, tumbling in Keep the walls from falling as they're tumbling in This is love, this is love That I'm feeling This is love, this is love That I'm feeling This is love, this is love That I'm feeling This is love, love, love, love That I'm feeling This is love, love, love That I'm feeling This is love, love, love That I'm feeling This is love, love, love, love That I'm feeling This is love, this is love That I'm feeling
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Written by: POLLY HARVEY
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10 facts about this song
Artist’s BackgroundPJ Harvey is an acclaimed English musician and songwriter. She has earned several BRIT Award and Grammy nominations throughout her career.
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Song Composition“This Is Love” is a rock song by PJ Harvey from her fifth studio album, "Stories from the City, Stories from the Sea", released in 2000.
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Awards and RecognitionThe album "Stories from the City, Stories from the Sea" won the Mercury Prize in 2001, marking a significant achievement for "This Is Love" as one of the key tracks of the album.
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Song ReceptionCritics praised "This Is Love" for its passionate lyrics and bold sound. It was often highlighted as one of the standout tracks from the album.
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Role of the Track"This Is Love" was the second single released from the album and contributed significantly to the album’s commercial success.
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Music VideoThe music video for "This Is Love" was directed by Sophie Muller, who is known for her work with high-profile artists such as Coldplay and Beyoncé.
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Lyrics and Song Meaning"This Is Love" presents a rawer, more direct reflection on love and desire compared to some of PJ Harvey's earlier songs. The song’s lyrics depict the artist's longing and intense emotions.
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Impact on the Artist's Career"This Is Love" further cemented PJ Harvey's reputation as a compelling and unconventional rock artist, contributing to her internationally renowned career.
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Live Performances"This Is Love" has been a staple in PJ Harvey's concerts and has been particularly electrifying in live performances.
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Fashion and StylePJ Harvey’s fashion during the promotional period and in the music video for "This Is Love" was significant as it marked a shift from her earlier grungy aesthetics to a more sophisticated look.
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