There are countless ways to show your love and appreciation, and dedicating a love song to your partner can be an especially romantic gesture. Music can be a deeply personal and intimate expression of your feelings and has a unique ability to convey emotions and sentiments that words alone may not be able to capture.
By selecting a song that resonates with your relationship and speaks to your feelings for your partner, you can communicate the depth of your love in a heartfelt and meaningful way. In today’s RMR playlist, we’ll cover songs you should dedicate to your partner this Valentine’s Day.
Be More- Stephen Sanchez
From his latest album, Angel Face! “ Be More” is a slow song accompanied by Stephen Sanchez’s angelic voice paired with a lush orchestra to back him up. Everything from the lyrics, vocals, and instrumentals calls back to classic love songs of the 50s and 60s with a contemporary twist. Although it’s not the only love song on the album, “Be More” stands out as a passionate ballad about affection and devotion.
The Origin of Love- Hedwig and The Angry Inch
Based on an ancient myth from Platos Symposium, “ The Origin of Love” retells this story in a heartfelt and intimate musical number in Hedwig and The Angry Inch. Through their poetic imagery, the lyrics tell the tale of a time when the gods divided humans into two halves, condemned to spend their lives searching for their other halves in a quest for completeness. A fan of musicals or not, this track offers a powerful and beautiful look at the nature of love and the inherent human longing for connection and belonging.
Eternally Yours- Motionless in White
Metal music might not be someone’s first genre to explore when it comes to romance music. However, Motionless in White proves metal music can express feelings of love and devotion as effectively as any other genre. While the band’s dark imagery and heavy instrumentation may initially seem at odds with the traditional concept of a love song, the lyrics reveal a depth of emotion and vulnerability that is both surprising and moving. “Eternally Yours” is a valid love song, offering a different but equally meaningful take on love and devotion.
Unchained Melody- The Rigehtous Brohters
One of the most famous love songs, and rightfully so, “Unchained Melody” continues to captivate audiences worldwide, solidifying its status as a quintessential love song for the ages. Cherished by generations and celebrated for its timeless beauty and emotional resonance. From its ethereal opening notes to its soaring crescendo, the song’s melody weaves a mesmerizing tapestry of emotion and romance, enchanting lovers in its spellbinding embrace.
I Like Me Better- Lauv
In the vast realm of love songs, so many song choices tug at the heartstrings, “I Like Me Better” follows the love song structure of expressing romantic feelings but isn’t afraid to be fun and upbeat. Lauv offers a lighthearted and infectious celebration of love and self-discovery in this track from its catchy electronic beats, “I Like Me Better” is a fun love song to jam out to this Valentine’s Day.
Coming Home- Leon Bridges
A slow, soothing, and soulful ballad, “Coming Home” is not just a song but a romantic serenade that stirs the soul and ignites the flames of love with its dreamy guitar riffs, gentle percussion, and velvety horns paired with Leon Bridges’ soulful vocals that breathe life into every word, as he sings about the joy of being reunited with a loved one after a long absence. “Coming Home” alludes to the warm and comforting feeling you get when seeing the person you love after missing them for some time.
Like Real People Do- Hoizer
Certain songs possess a rare authenticity and depth that resonate deeply with listeners, evoking emotions of love, longing, and connection. Hozier’s “Real People Do” is easily a song that falls under these criteria. “Real People Do” is not just a song but a romantic ballad that celebrates the beauty of genuine love. Hozier’s dreamlike vocals convey a sense of vulnerability and authenticity as he sings about how grand gestures or fleeting passions do not define true love but the everyday moments of tenderness and devotion that bind two souls together.
Can I Call You Rose?- Thee Sacred Soul
Roses, specifically red ones, symbolize romance, and Thee Sacred Souls “Can I Call You Rose?” Perfectly uses this simple of love to describe a person you are attracted to. The lyrics are the inner thoughts of a love-struck individual captivated by the beauty and allure of a special someone, likening them to a radiant rose in full bloom. Thee Sacred Souls’ soulful vocals flawlessly express the admiration of the one you loves beauty.
By choosing a song that resonates with your relationship and speaks to your feelings, you can convey the depth of your love in a heartfelt and profound way. So, this Valentine’s Day, consider expressing your love through the power of music with one of these tracks and let the melody do the talking where the spoken word fails.
