Real Love

Dolly Parton, Kenny Rogers

About Real Love

"Real Love" is a song written by David Malloy, Richard "Spady" Brannon and Randy McCormick, and recorded as a duet by American entertainers Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers that topped the U. S. country singles charts in August 1985. It was released in May 1985 the second single and title track from Parton's Real Love album. Released after the top-ten success of "Don't Call It Love", the song became Parton and Rogers' second country chart-topper as a duet act. However, "Real Love" did not fare as well on the pop singles charts as 1983's "Islands in the Stream" had done, stalling at number 91 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 13 on the Adult Contemporary chart. Unlike "Islands in the Stream," "Real Love" was not composed by the Bee Gees who had composed and produced Rogers' 1983 chart topping album Eyes That See in the Dark which also included another four of Rogers' hit singles from 1983 and 1984, namely "Buried Treasure", "This Woman", "Midsummer Nights" and "Evening Star". Parton and Rogers embarked on a nine-city U. S. concert tour in February 1985, from which an HBO concert special, "Real Love" was filmed; a music video for the "Real Love" single was produced using footage from the HBO special. 


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2006
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They say that it's a matter of trusting
Before love has a chance to begin
And it's never simple
Faithless hearts can cripple
And only a strong love survives
I know they say that it's a fine line
Between giving up and giving in
But once your heart's been in it
You just can't forget it
It's like nothing that you've felt in your life

[Chorus:]
We got real love
Not infatuation
Real love
Our hearts' celebration
I love you
Real love
Not an imitation
Real love
You're my destination
Baby, you and me
We got everything we need

You are such a part of my life
That I can't remember me without you
And we've had our nights
We've had our share of fights
But we've never thought of giving it up

Oh, you and I we must be dreamers
'Cause we're making our dreams come true
I could spend my life
Just holding you so tight
And never, ever get enough

[Chorus]

We got real love

[Repeat Chorus]

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Dolly Parton

Dolly Rebecca Parton (born January 19, 1946) is an American singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, actress, author, and philanthropist, best known for her work in country music. She has composed over 3,000 songs, the best known of which include "I Will Always Love You" (a two-time U.S. country chart-topper for Parton, as well as an international pop hit for Whitney Houston), "Jolene", "Coat of Many Colors", "9 to 5", and "My Tennessee Mountain Home". As an actress, she starred in the movies 9 to 5, The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, Steel Magnolias, Gnomeo & Juliet, Straight Talk, Unlikely Angel, and Joyful Noise. She is one of the most successful female country artists of all time; with an estimated 175 million in album sales, Dolly Parton is also o… more »

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Written by: DAVID MALLOY, RANDY MC CORMICK, RICHARD BRANNAN

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9 facts about this song

Song Production
"Real Love" is a song produced by David Malloy in the United States. - The song was recorded in the year 1985.
Chart Performance
The song was a major hit, reaching the top of Billboard's Hot Country Songs chart. - It became Dolly Parton's 21st number one on the chart, and Kenny Rogers's 17th.
Album Information
"Real Love" is the lead single and title track from Dolly Parton's 28th solo studio album. - Although the album was released in the same year as the song, the album peaked at number 9 on the Country Albums chart.
Artist Collaboration
"Real Love" marked the second time Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers collaborated, following their first hit "Islands in the Stream" in 1983. - Despite the success of "Real Love", they wouldn't collaborate again until a 2013 duet of "You Can't Make Old Friends".
Song Reception
The song was well-received, not only achieving commercial success but also critical success. - It reinforced Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers's status as one of country music's most successful duos.
Music Video
The music video for "Real Love" features both Parton and Rogers, and was one of the early examples of stars using narrative videos to promote their music. - The video was filmed in Dollywood, Dolly Parton's theme park in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
Song Lyrics
The lyrics of "Real Love" focus on discovering true love and the happiness that it brings. - The heartfelt message in the song is delivered flawlessly by the unique blend of Parton and Rogers's voices.
Songwriters
The song was written by David Malloy, Randy McCormick, and Richard "Spady" Brannon. - David Malloy, one of the songwriters, is also recognized for his work with other country artists such as Eddie Rabbitt and Tanya Tucker.
Legacy
"Real Love" is considered one of the classics in the country music genre, further solidifying the careers of both Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers. - The song continues to be recognized and appreciated even today, with many newer artists recording their cover versions of it.

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