There's Nothing Better Than Love
Gregory Hines, Luther Vandross
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I fell asleep late last night And I dreamed that the night And almost half the day away I just got up so that I can hear her say She's still in love And no one can take her love away Ooh love wakes me up everyday And I thought no one Would ever make me feel this way It feels me up every time I hear her say She's still in love And no one could take her love away I wanna be loved There's nothing better than love What in the world Could you ever be thinking of It's better by far So let yourself reach for that star And go no matter how far To the one you love To love And I mean all these words I've said And you don't have to guess What's going on inside me head Just try to know All the things that our heart says Listen to love and always Get love to lead the way Whenever you love There's nothing better than love What in the world Could you ever be thinking of It's better by far So let yourself reach for that star And go no matter how far To the one you love To love You know for love I'd go anywhere (For love) I would go there (For love, for love) For love to the end of nowhere And for your love (And for your love) I would, I would, I would love And I would love (would love) To just spend all my time With the girl who makes me Feel her love is mine Someone you see Who would only dream of me She'd be in love Just because she'd wanna be She'd wanna be loved There's nothing better than love What in the world Could you ever be thinking of It's better by far So let yourself reach for that star And go no matter how far To the one you love There's nothing better than love What in the world Could you ever be thinking of It's better by far So let yourself reach for that star And go no matter how far To the one you love There's nothing better than love What in the world Could you ever be thinking of It's better by far So let yourself reach for that star And go no matter how far To the one you love
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Written by: JOHN VERNON ANDERSON, LUTHER VANDROSS
Lyrics © GOPAM ENTERPRISES INC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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15 facts about this song
RECORDING ARTISTS"There's Nothing Better Than Love" is a remarkable song performed by two exceptionally celebrated artists, Gregory Hines and Luther Vandross.
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RELEASE DATEIt was released in the year 1986, it's been over three decades since then, but the song still has a timeless appeal due to its touching lyrics and enduring melody.
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GENREThe song belongs to the R&B and soul genres, embodying the unique vocal qualities and musical talents of both Hines and Vandross.
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COLLABORATIVE EFFORTThis particular song is celebrated for being an exquisite duet between Hines and Vandross. Their voices perfectly complement each other, creating a smooth and harmonic blend.
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CHART SUCCESSThe song achieved significant chart success. It reached the top of the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.
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ACCLAIMCritics praised the song for its romantic and emotional lyricism, which not only added depth but also allowed both Hines and Vandross to showcase their vocal prowess.
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GREGORY HINESGregory Hines, primarily known for his acting and tap dancing skills, proved his versatility as an artist through this song. He later released his solo eponymous album in which this song was featured.
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LUTHER VANDROSSLuther Vandross was esteemed for his brilliant vocal range and emotive singing style. "There's Nothing Better Than Love" is no exception and shows Vandross in his element.
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MUSIC VIDEOThe music video for the song, featuring both Vandross and Hines, has also received flattering feedback for its simplicity and effectiveness in evoking the song's sentiment.
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ALBUMThe song is part of Luther Vandross' album "Give Me the Reason". This album was a big success and received a double platinum certification by the RIAA.
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CULTURAL IMPACT"There's Nothing Better Than Love" is considered a classic in the R&B genre and continues to be played on radio stations globally. It is widely respected for its timeless message and the beautiful interaction between the two voices of Vandross and Hines.
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LIVE PERFORMANCESThroughout their respective careers, both Vandross and Hines performed this song at various live shows, impressing audiences with their captivating onstage chemistry.
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INFLUENCEThis song has influenced many upcoming artists in the R&B and soul genre and has been covered by multiple artists, showcasing its long-lasting influence and popularity.
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AWARDS & RECOGNITIONAlthough the song didn't win any specific awards, it has been appreciated by critics and fans alike, further cementing the legacy of both Hines and Vandross in the music industry.
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LEGACYDespite the passing of both artists, Gregory Hines in 2003 and Luther Vandross in 2005, "There's Nothing Better Than Love" continues to live on, reminding audiences of their extraordinary talent and timeless appeal.
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