The most common theme for song lyrics is (no surprise here) love. Over the years, there have been uncountable love songs which express the undying affection towards someone, the pain of losing someone, and the power of love to heal – and that is just for starters!
If you are looking for love songs, it is easy to find lists of the top love songs online. We have compiled this list of the top 5 love songs by comparing all of the other “top love song lists” online as well as members’ comments in forums. Here are the results.
When a Man Loves a Woman, Percy Sledge
First recorded in 1966, When a Man Loves a Woman is not just one of the best love songs of all time, but also one of the best songs of all time. It has made it to the Rolling Stone Magazines 500 greatest songs of all time and is included in what seem like the soundtrack to every love movie made in the past 50 years. Over the years, When a Man Loves a Woman has been covered by artists like Michael Boltin and Marvin Gaye. As the song ages, it becomes even more popular and not just a great classic.
Can’t Help Falling in Love, Elvis Presley
This classic love song was first recorded by Elvis Presley and featured in the film Blue Hawaii in 1961. It was one of Elvis’s most popular songs and was often sung as the finale of a concert. In the past 4 decades, it has been covered by artists like A-Teens, Doris Day, Bob Dylan, Shirley Bassey, U2, Clay Aiken, and many others.
Just the Way that You Are, Billy Joel
This song appeared on Billy Joel’s 1977 album The Stranger and was an instant hit. The song is about Billy Joel’s wife Elizabeth Weber who originally didn’t like the song and opposed putting in on the album.
Your Song, Elton John
Elton John’s 1970 ballad has been named one of the best songs of all time by Rolling Stone Magazine. With song lyrics like “I hope you don’t mind that I put down in words, How wonderful life is while you’re in the world,” it is easy to see why this is one of the best love songs of all time.
It Had to Be You, Harry Connick Jr.
Most fans don’t realize that this great love song was originally written in 1924. The song got a lot of attention when it was featured in the movie Casablanca. However, it was the Harry Connick Jr. version that made this song a huge hit when it was in the film When Harry Met Sally.