Message Of Love
The Pretenders · The Best Of The Pretenders 2009 + Break Up The Concrete [2011]
As man and woman
Is to love each other
Take care of each other
When love walks in the room
Everybody stand up
Oh it's good, good, good
Like brigitte bardot
Now look at the people
In the streets, in the bars
We are all of us in the gutter
But some of us are looking at the stars
Look round the room
Life is unkind
We fall but we keep gettin' up
Over and over and over and over and over and over
Me and you, every night, every day
We'll be together always this way
Your eyes are blue like the heavens above
Talk to me darlin' with a message of love
Now the reason we're here
Every man, every woman
Is to help each other
Stand by each other
When love walks in the room
Everybody stand up
Oh it's good, good good
Say I love you, I love you, I love you, I love you, I love you, I love you
Talk to me darlin'
Message Of Love - The Pretenders
Delivered with the band's signature blend of punk energy and melodic sophistication, 'Message Of Love' stands as a quintessential example of The Pretenders' songwriting prowess. Written and performed by the late Chrissie Hynde, the track showcases her ability to craft emotionally resonant pop-rock anthems that balance raw vocal delivery with polished production. Featured on their 2009 greatest hits compilation, the song reflects the band's enduring appeal across decades, maintaining their characteristic fusion of rock instrumentation and lyrical depth. It serves as a testament to their status as a defining voice in alternative rock, offering a timeless appeal that resonates with listeners who appreciate both the grit of punk and the grace of classic pop-rock. The recording captures the band's dynamic interplay, highlighting Hynde's commanding presence and the group's tight, rhythmic foundation.