About the song
“Everlasting Love,” a song that has captivated audiences for decades, emerged from an unlikely union of talent and circumstance. Originally recorded by Robert Knight in 1967, the track found new life when it was covered by the English pop group Love Affair. However, the story behind the group’s version is one of session musicians, controversy, and enduring popularity.
The Love Affair’s rendition of “Everlasting Love” was produced by Mike Smith, who assembled a team of seasoned studio musicians to bring the song to life. While the group’s lead vocalist, Steve Ellis, remained the constant, the rest of the band members were replaced by a talented ensemble of session players. This decision, born out of expediency, would later spark controversy.
When the song’s success became apparent, the truth about the session musicians came to light. Despite the negative publicity that followed, the Love Affair’s popularity remained undeterred. Their subsequent singles, including “Rainbow Valley” and “A Day Without Love,” continued to chart and solidified their status as one of the top groups in the UK during 1968.
“Everlasting Love” stands as a testament to the power of great songwriting and the magic of studio magic. It’s a timeless classic that has resonated with audiences for generations, proving that even in the face of controversy, a truly exceptional song can endure.
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Lyrics
Hearts go astray, leaving hurt when they go
I went away just when you needed me so
Filled with regret I come back beggin’ you
Forgive, forget. Where’s the love we once knew?
Open up your eyes, then you’ll realize here I stand
With my everlasting love
Need you by my side, girl you’ll be my bride
You’ll never be denied everlasting love
From the very start, open up your heart
Be a lasting part of everlasting love
Real love will last forever
Ooh, ooh
Where life’s river flows, no one really knows
’til someone’s there to show the way to lasting love
Like the sun that shines, endlessly it shine
You always will be mine. It’s everlasting love
When other loves are gone, ours will still be strong
We have our very own everlasting love
Real love will last forever
You give me, you give me, you give me everlasting love
Ooh
Open up your eyes, then you’ll realize here I stand
With my everlasting love
Need you by my side, girl you’ll be my bride
You’ll never be denied everlasting love
From the very start, open up your heart
Be a lasting part of everlasting love
Real love will last forever
Open up your eyes, then you’ll realize here I stand
With my everlasting love
Need you by my side, girl you’ll be my bride
You’ll never be denied everlasting love
Open up your eyes, then you’ll realize here I stand
With my everlasting love
Need you by my side, girl you’ll be my bride
You’ll never be denied everlasting love
Open up your eyes, then you’ll realize here I stand
With my everlasting love
Need you by my side, girl you’ll be my bride
You’ll never be denied everlasting love