Love Hurts

Nazareth · Anthology [2009]

Love hurts, love scars, love wounds

And mars, any heart

Not tough or strong enough

To take a lot of pain, take a lot of pain

Love is like a cloud

Holds a lot of rain

Love hurts, ooh, ooh love hurts



I'm young, I know, but even so

I know a thing or two

I learned from you

I really learned a lot, really learned a lot

Love is like a flame

It burns you when it's hot

Love hurts, ooh, ooh love hurts



Some fools think of happiness

Blissfulness, togetherness

Some fools fool themselves I guess

They're not foolin' me



I know it isn't true, I know it isn't true

Love is just a lie

Made to make you blue

Love hurts, ooh, ooh love hurts

Ooh, ooh love hurts



(x2)

I know it isn't true, I know it isn't true

Love is just a lie

Made to make you blue

Love hurts, ooh, ooh love hurts

Ooh, ooh love hurts

About Love Hurts

Nazareth's "Love Hurts" stands as a defining track of hard rock history, capturing the raw energy and melodic sophistication of the band's early 1970s era. Recorded during a period when the group was establishing its signature sound, the song blends driving guitar riffs with a haunting vocal performance that became a staple of their discography. Released on the *Anthology [2009]* compilation, this recording reflects the band's ability to craft anthems that resonated deeply with audiences worldwide. The track exemplifies the genre's evolution, balancing aggressive instrumentation with emotional depth, and remains a cornerstone of Nazareth's catalog. Its enduring popularity underscores the group's significant influence on the hard rock landscape of the time.