Alan Jackson’s “It Must Be Love”: A Timeless Ballad of Love and Devotion
Alan Jackson, a country music icon known for his heartfelt ballads and relatable lyrics, has gifted us with another timeless masterpiece: “It Must Be Love”.
Background
This poignant track, released in 1990 from his album “Here in the Heart of Dixie,” showcases Jackson’s ability to convey deep emotions through his rich baritone voice and the evocative power of his songwriting.
“It Must Be Love” is a classic love song that explores the transformative nature of a profound romantic connection.
The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a love so strong and enduring that it defies explanation and transcends the ordinary. Jackson’s storytelling prowess shines through as he describes the overwhelming feelings of joy, contentment, and gratitude that accompany such a love.
The song’s melody is both simple and elegant, allowing Jackson’s vocals to take center stage. His performance is characterized by his trademark emotional depth and sincerity, as he delivers each line with conviction and vulnerability.
The arrangement features subtle instrumentation, including acoustic guitar, steel guitar, and gentle percussion, which complement the intimate nature of the song.
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Lyrics
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First I get cold then hotThink I’m on fire I’m notOh what a pain I’ve got it must be loveThere’s nothing I can doAll that I want is youLook what I’m going through it must be loveIt must be love it must be loveI fall like a sparrow and fly like a doveYou must be the dream I’ve been dreamin’ ofOh what a feelin’ it must be loveSomething is wrong alrightI think of you all nightCan’t sleep ’till mornin’ light it must be loveSeein’ you in my dreamsHoldin’ you close to meOh what else can it be it must be loveIt must be love it must be loveI fall like a sparrow and fly like a doveYou must be the dream I’ve been dreamin’ ofOh what a feelin’ it must be loveIt must be love it must be loveI fall like a sparrow and fly like a doveYou must be the dream I’ve been dreamin’ ofOh what a feelin’ it must be loveIt must be love it must be loveI fall like a sparrow and fly like a doveYou must be the dream I’ve been dreamin’ ofOh what a feelin’ it must be loveIt must be love it must be loveI fall like a sparrow and fly like a doveYou must be the dream I’ve been dreamin’ ofOh what a feelin’ it must be loveIt must be love it must be loveI fall like a sparrow and fly like a doveYou must be the dream I’ve been dreamin’ of