Love Is Not Enough
Hazell Dean · Other Songs - Hazell Dean
It's that even though it fills the cracks and crevices and mends the tattered souls,
Still we're each other's nemesis, and two halves do not always make a whole.
And though you know i've often heard it said we're made of sterner stuff,
Love is not enough,
Love is not enough.
And all the things i left unsaid, assuming that you knew,
As if there were no question you could read my mind;
And all the times i shut you out and left you hanging- me deaf, dumb and blind;
And though i know we vowed to stick it out through the easy and the rough,
Love is not enough,
Love is not enough.
And all the stupid games we played to save out tarnished prides,
As if it really mattered which of us was wrong or right;
And even as we stood and watched it fall apart,
I loved you with all my might.
And thought the heroes in the paperbacks always wind up in the buff,
Love is not enough,
Love is not enough.
Love Is Not Enough - Hazell Dean
Hazell Dean's 'Love Is Not Enough' stands as a defining track from her 1970s solo career, showcasing her signature blend of soulful R&B and pop sensibilities. Recorded during a period where she was establishing herself as a major force in British pop music, the song reflects the era's emphasis on vocal prowess and emotive storytelling. Dean's delivery on this recording captures the vulnerability and strength characteristic of her work, resonating with audiences who appreciated her ability to navigate complex romantic themes. As part of her broader discography, the track exemplifies the polished production and melodic structures that made her recordings of the time so memorable. It remains a testament to her talent as a vocalist who could deliver both commercial appeal and genuine emotional depth.