Top 100 Love Songs

Lelsi OP

14 years ago

Love songs are central to pop music. This is a list of 100 of the best romantic classics of all time, and since the valentine day is near I'm sure that each of us will find something here for our loved ones

100.Tears for Fears - Head Over Heels (1985) - This is probably the most straightforward romantic song ever recorded by new wave pop duo Tears for Fears. 99.Christina Aguilera - Ain't No Other Man (2006) - If this song is any indication, marriage has been a very good thing for Christina Aguilera. 98.Rupert Holmes - Escape (The Pina Colada Song) (1979) - Best known as a songwriter and stage composer, Rupert Holmes became an unlikely pop star with this clever tale of love and personal ads. 97.Amy Grant - Baby Baby (1991) - Amy Grant's effervescent, ebullient expression of love became a #1 pop smash. 96.Anne Murray - You Needed Me (1978) - This powerful expression of romantic appreciation is Anne Murray's only #1 pop hit in the US.

Lelsi OP

14 years ago

#1

95. Barbra Streisand - Love Theme From 'A Star Is Born' (Evergreen) (1976) - Barbra Streisand took home both an Academy Award for Best Song from a Motion Picture and Grammy Award for Song of the Year for this record. 94. Melanie - Brand New Key (1971) - Folk-pop singer Melanie hit #1 on the pop singles chart with this clever romance. Some radio stations banned it claiming sexual implications in the lyrics. 93. Savage Garden - Truly, Madly, Deeply (1997) - This was the first #1 hit, an unabashedly romantic song, for Australian pop duo Savage Garden. 92. Orleans - Still the One (1976) - This expression of appreciation for long-term relationships became the subject of controversy when George W. Bush's 2004 campaign began using the song without seeking permission from the band, including future Democratic congressman John Hall. 91.Tina Turner - The Best (1989) - Tina Turner's hit single is used frequently in both romantic and sports contexts. 90.K-Ci and JoJo - All My Life (1998) - Former Jodeci members make their bid for enduring romantic relevance.

Lelsi OP

14 years ago

#2

89.Suzi Quatro and Chris Norman - Stumblin' In (1979) - Best known at home in the US for her role as Leather Tuscadero on the TV sitcom Happy Days, Suzi Quatro had a string of hits in the UK. This is her only hit single in the US. 88. Joe Cocker and Jennifer Warnes - Up Where We Belong (1982) - This love theme from the movie An Officer and a Gentleman won the Academy Award for Best Song from a Motion Picture. 87. Justin Timberlake feat T.I. - My Love (2006) - Justin Timberlake is so smitten here that he may be inspired to write a symphony. 86.Vanessa Williams - Save the Best for Last (1992) - This #1 smash has become Vanessa Williams' signature song.

Lelsi OP

14 years ago

#3

85.Toto - Rosanna (1982) - Legend has it that this song was written in romantic appreciation for actress Rosanna Arquette. 84.Shanice - I Love Your Smile (1991) - Few better pop evocations of sweet teenage infatuation exist than Shanice's hit. 83.Herb Alpert - This Guy's In Love With You (1968) - Although best known for instrumental hits with his band the Tijuana Brass, Herb Alpert went to #1 on the pop chart for the first time by singing this Burt Bacharach classic. 82.Peter Frampton - Baby, I Love Your Way (1976) - This is one of the songs from the live classic Frampton Comes Alive that turned Peter Frampton into a pop star. 81.Mary J. Blige - Be Without You (2005) - Mary J. Blige took home 2 Grammy Awards for this song supporting the value of sticking with an established relationship.

Lelsi OP

14 years ago

#4

80. Bryan Adams - (Everything I Do) I Do It For You (1991) - This song of selfless devotion was used as the love theme for the film Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves. 79. Cure - Lovesong (1989) - Robert Smith, leader of the pop new wave band the Cure, wrote this song as a gift to his future wife. 78.Captain & Tennille - Love Will Keep Us Together (1975) - Unlikely pop stars the Captain & Tennille took this song, co-written by Neil Sedaka, to the top of the charts. 77.Janet Jackson - When I Think of You (1986) - This sweet song became Janet Jackson's first #1 pop single. 76.Diana Ross & Lionel Richie - Endless Love (1981) - This 9 week #1 hit failed to generate the same excitement for its movie Endless Love.

Lelsi OP

14 years ago

#5

75.Partridge Family - I Think I Love You (1970) - The TV family made a big splash on the pop charts going to #1 with this, their first hit. 74.The Cars - Just What I Needed (1978) - After a local Boston radio station played a demo of this song, it quickly became the station's most requested song, and the Cars were on their way to stardom. 73.Barry White - You're the First, My Last, My Everything (1974) - Originally written many years before as a country song, Barry White's inimitable soulful growl made this a signature classic. 72.Boyz II Men - I'll Make Love to You (1994) - For a period of time, this song was one of the longest-running #1 hits of all time at 14 weeks. 71.Stylistics - Betcha By Golly, Wow (1972) - This was one of the biggest hits by soul vocal group the Stylistics and it later hit the charts in a version by Prince.

Lelsi OP

14 years ago

#6

70.Delaney & Bonnie & Friends - Never Ending Song of Love (1971) - Delaney and Bonnie Bramlett recorded a series of albums with a transient group of fellow musicians. This was one of their biggest hits. 69.Stevie Nicks with Don Henley - Leather and Lace (1981) -This romantic classic was the first hit by Don Henley outside of the Eagles and the second hit for Stevie Nicks outside of Fleetwood Mac. 68. John Mayer - Your Body Is a Wonderland (2002) - John Mayer brings physical intimacy into the world of romantic classics. 67.Anita Baker - Sweet Love (1986) - Anita Baker was a mildly successful r&b singer until this song landed in the pop top 10 and turned her into a household name. 66. Bread - If (1971) - Perhaps the pinnacle of 70's soft rock, this song has been a wedding and prom classic for decades.

Lelsi OP

14 years ago

#7

65.Dawn feat Tony Orlando - Tie a Yellow Ribbon Round the Ole Oak Tree (1973) - Originally inspired by a story of a convict returning home, this song has become best known as a tribute to overseas soldiers and their ultimate return home. 64.Wings - Silly Love Songs (1976) - Paul McCartney successfully answered his critics with this #1 pop smash. 63.Dan Fogelberg - Longer (1979) - Singer-songwriter Dan Fogelberg delivers a list of analogies for enduring love. 62. INXS - Never Tear Us Apart (1988) - Filled with dramatic pauses and instrumental flourishes, this song was also played at the funeral for INXS lead vocalist Michael Hutchence. 61.Sting - Fields of Gold (1993) - Sting stikes a distinctly rural tone in this romantic tune.

Lelsi OP

14 years ago

#8

60. Joni Mitchell - Help Me (1974) - Joni Mitchell's voice soars in romantic abandon on her only top 10 pop hit. 59. Elvis Presley - Love Me Tender (1956) - Elvis Presley's signature love song is based on the Civil War era folk tune "Aura Lee." 58. Celine Dion - My Heart Will Go On (Love Theme From 'Titanic') (1998) - Fans of the central romance in the film Titanic will never forget this classic love song. 57.John Cougar Mellencamp - Jack & Diane (1982) - Filled with images of Bobbie Brooks clothing and chili dogs, John Mellencamp (recording as John Cougar) created a romantic classic for small-town Midwestern teens. 56. Luther Vandross - Here and Now (1989) - Luther Vandross' silky, soulful voice pledges undying love.

Lelsi OP

14 years ago

#9

55.Johnny Cash - Ring of Fire (1963) - The drama of the relationship between Johnny Cash and June Carter is hinted at here in this song co-written by June Carter herself. 54. Stevie Wonder - You Are the Sunshine Of My Life (1973) - This #1 smash by Stevie Wonder became an instant pop standard recorded by countless other artists. 53.Peabo Bryson and Regina Belle - A Whole New World (Aladdin's Theme) (1992) - This romantic tune from the animated movie Aladdin took home both the Academy Award for Best Song from a Motion Picture and the Grammy Award for Song of the Year. 52. Deborah Cox - Nobody's Supposed To Be Here (1998) - Deborah Cox's tale of surprise was a multi-format smash hitting #1 on the r&b and dance charts as well as reaching #2 on the pop singles chart. 51. Goo Goo Dolls - Iris (1998) - Goo Goo Dolls leader Johnny Rzeznik claims he broke a difficult period of writer's block by delivering this song.

Lelsi OP

14 years ago

#10

50.The Pretenders - I'll Stand By You (1994) - This song works both as romantic devotion and commitment to close friends. 49.Rod Stewart - Maggie May (1971) - Buried within this tale of cross-generational seduction is an appreciation for and surrender to enduring love. 48. Basia - Time and Tide (1988) - Polish-born singer Basia Trzetrzelewska sweeps the listener into a swirl of romantic orchestration. 47. The Turtles - Happy Together (1967) - The Turtles' only #1 pop single has been used extensively through the years in movies and television shows. 46. John Lennon - (Just Like) Starting Over (1980) - Although tainted with sadness from the death of John Lennon, this song remains a powerful celebration of romantic revival.

Lelsi OP

14 years ago

#11

45.Sam Cooke - You Send Me (1957) - The success of this love song led to Sam Cooke shifting permanently from focus on gospel music to pop and soul. 44.Beyonce feat Jay-Z - Crazy In Love (2003) - Animated by a horn sample from the Chi-Lites' 1970 song "Are You My Woman (Tell Me So)," this song established Beyonce as a powerful solo star outside of Destiny's Child. 43. Toni Braxton - Un-Break My Heart (1996) - Written by legendary pop songwriter Diane Warren, this song spent 11 weeks at #1 on the pop singles chart. 42.Minnie Riperton - Lovin' You (1975) - This hit is most often remembered for the incredible vocal range exhibited by Minnie Riperton. 41.Heatwave - Always and Forever (1978) - This pledge of eternal love is a wedding favorite.

Lelsi OP

14 years ago

#12

40.Al Green - Let's Stay Together (1971) - This #1 pop classic by Al Green became Tina Tuner's comeback hit when she hit the charts with it in 1983. 39.Janis Joplin - Me and Bobby McGee (1971) - Although it is ultimately a tale of a breakup, the loving intensity of the relationship described here would be the envy of any romantic pair. 38.Joe Cocker - You Are So Beautiful (1975) - Legend surrounding this song claims that Dennis Wilson of the Beach Boys is an uncredited co-writer. 37.Olivia Newton-John - I Honestly Love You (1974) - If only for "another place and time," this would be a song about committed lovers. 36. John Denver - Annie's Song (1974) - John Denver claimed that this song, written for his wife Annie, was written in just over 10 minutes.

Lelsi OP

14 years ago

#13

35.Rod Stewart - Have I Told You Lately (1993) - Originally written and recorded by Van Morrison, this song became an instant wedding dance classic when recorded by Rod Stewart. 34.Bette Midler - The Rose (1980) - This song firmly established in the minds of many an analogy of love as a growing flower. 33.Alice Cooper - You and Me (1977) - Rocker Alice Cooper recorded perhaps the quintessential blue collar love classic with this song. 32.Jackson 5 - I'll Be There (1970) - This signature Jackson 5 song later became a major hit single for Mariah Carey. 31. Madonna - Crazy For You (1985) - Madonna's greatest romantic classic was recorded in a single take.

Lelsi OP

14 years ago

#14

30.Jim Croce- Time In a Bottle (1973) - Although originally written for Croce's son A.J. Croce, it has also gone down in a history as a romantic classic, hitting #1 on the pop singles chart 3 months after Croce's untimely death in a plane crash. 29.Mariah Carey- Fantasy (1995) - This huge romantic hit is built around a sample of the Tom Tom Club's "Genius of Love." 28.Temptations - My Girl (1965) - This is frequently considered the signature song by perhaps the biggest r&b vocal group of all time. 27.Beach Boys - Wouldn't It Be Nice (1966) - This dreamy pop confection is the leadoff song for the Beach Boys' legendary Pet Sounds album. 26.Marvin Gaye- Let's Get It On (1973) - This song is seen by many as both representing aching sexual attraction and a pleas for societal sexual liberation.

Lelsi OP

14 years ago

#15

25.Whitney Houston - I Will Always Love You (1992) - Originally written and performed by Dolly Parton, this song became one of the biggest hit singles of all time in this version from the soundtrack of the movie The Bodyguard. 24. Percy Sledge - When a Man Loves a Woman (1966) - This 60's love song became an instand standard and has been re-recorded countless times. 23.Mary Wells- My Guy (1964) - This #1 classic was the biggest hit of Mary Wells' career. She left Motown shortly after but never again reached the top of the charts. 22.Oasis Wonderwall (1996) - This song of romantic devotion was the breakthrough top 10 pop hit in the US for Brit-rock superstars Oasis. 21.Carpenters- (They Long To Be) Close To You (1970) - Although a flop when recorded in the early 60's by Richard Chamberlain, this song made the Carpenters pop stars.

Lelsi OP

14 years ago

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20. Cyndi Lauper- Time After Time (1984) - This pop ballad was Cyndi Lauper's first #1 hit single. 19. Roberta Flack & Donny Hathaway - The Closer I Get To You (1978) - This classic is widely considered the pinnacle of the series of r&b duets by Flack and Hathaway. 18. Jackie Wilson - (Your Love Keeps Lifting Me) Higher and Higher (1967) - This r&b classic explains that love can feel almost like a religious experience. 17. Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell- Ain't No Mountain High Enough (1967) - Although it later went to #1 in a version by Diana Ross, this version of the Ashford & Simpson song remains a definitive romantic classic. 16. Sonny & Cher- I Got You Babe (1965) - It's simple, straightforward and confident in the power of love.

Lelsi OP

14 years ago

#17

15.Ashford & Simspon- Solid (1984) - Married singer-songwriters Nickolas Ashford and Valerie Simpson created this celebration of enduring relationships. 14. Box Tops- The Letter (1967) - When your lover wants you back, you will do anything to get there. 13. Plain White T's- Hey There Delilah (2007) -Few songs are better at spelling out the dreams of young love. 12. Oleta Adams - Get Here (1990) - It doesn't really matter how your lover makes it to you, the only importance is that your lover is there. 11.Peabo Bryson & Roberta Flack - Tonight I Celebrate My Love (1983) - Two of the top romantic singers of all time combine for a celebration of the power of making love.

Lelsi OP

14 years ago

#18

10. Righteous Brothers - Unchained Melody (1965) -This song has a long and fascinating history beginning with its use as a theme from a prison movie Unchained in 1955. However, the Righteous Brothers delivered the deservedly best-known version. 9. Modern English - I Melt With You (1983) - The ultimate new wave love song depicts a future that is "open wide." 8. Eric Clapton- Wonderful Tonight (1978) - A tired evening brings out some of the ultimate acclaim for a treasured lover. 7. The Beatles - And I Love Her (1964) - Classic love songs don't come much simpler than this. 6. Snow Patrol - Chasing Cars (2006) - It first came to prominence through inclusion on the soundtrack of the TV show Grey's Anatomy but this song's words of devotion make it memorable well beyond it's inclusion on TV.

Lelsi OP

14 years ago

#19

5. Billy Joel - Just the Way You Are (1977) - This love classic was written as a birthday gift for Billy Joel's wife. 4.Roberta Flack - The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face (1972) - Originally a folk song from the 1950's, Roberta Flack made this classic truly her own in a soaring, sensual peformance. 3.Paul McCartney - Maybe I'm Amazed (1977) - One of the most eloquent depictions of the inability to adequately express love in words. 2.Elton John- Your Song (1970) - Few pop songs are more perfectly written than this loving tribute. 1.The Beatles - Something (1969) - This is the only song written by George Harrison to be released as the A-side of a single by the group. It also quickly became the most covered song by the group outside of "Yesterday." It is one of the most perfect of love songs.

punamchand

14 years ago

#20

EXCELLENT COLLECTION MY FRND.THANKS.