About the song
“It Must Be Love” is a quintessential country song that has captured the hearts of many over the years. Written by Bob McDill, it was originally recorded and released by American country artist Don Williams in July 1979. The song was featured as the third single from Williams’ album *Expressions*. It quickly became a hit, reaching number one on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Singles chart, marking Williams’ ninth chart-topping single.
The appeal of “It Must Be Love” lies in its heartfelt lyrics and Williams’ smooth, emotive delivery. The song’s theme of enduring love resonated deeply with listeners, contributing to its success on the charts. Williams’ version remained at the top of the country charts for one week and enjoyed a significant presence, reflecting his ability to connect with his audience through genuine emotion.
In a testament to the song’s lasting impact, it was covered by Alan Jackson in 2000. Jackson’s rendition was released as the third single from his album *Under the Influence*. Like Williams’ original, Jackson’s version also reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, achieving this position for one week. Additionally, Jackson’s cover reached number 37 on the Billboard Hot 100, showcasing its broad appeal across genres. The song also charted at number 4 on the Canadian Country Tracks and finished the year at number 11 on the Billboard Country Songs year-end chart.
Both versions of “It Must Be Love” highlight the song’s enduring popularity and its ability to touch the hearts of country music fans across different eras. Whether through Williams’ original recording or Jackson’s tribute, the song remains a beloved classic in the genre.
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Lyrics
First, I get cold, then hot
Think I’m on fire, but I’m not
Oh, what a pain I’ve got, it must be love
There’s nothing I can do, all that I want is you
Look what I’m going through, it must be love
It must be love, it must be love
I fall like a sparrow, fly like a dove
You must be the dream I’ve been dreaming of
Oh, what a feeling, it must be love
Something is wrong, alright, I think of you all night
Can’t sleep ’til morning light, it must be love
Seeing you in my dreams, holding you close to me
Oh, what else can it be? It must be love
It must be love, it must be love
I fall like a sparrow, fly like a dove
You must be the dream I’ve been dreaming of
Oh, what a feeling, it must be love
It must be love, it must be love
I fall like a sparrow, fly like a dove
You must be the dream I’ve been dreaming of
Oh, what a feeling, it must be love
It must be love, it must be love
I fall like a sparrow, fly like a dove
You must be the dream I’ve been dreaming of
Oh, what a feeling, it must be love