How strong my love is

Otis Redding · Other Songs - Otis Redding

If I were the sun way up there

I'd glow with love most everywhere

I'll be the moon when the sun goes down

Just to let you know that I'm still around



That's how strong my love is, whooooa,

That's how strong my love is,

That's how strong my love is, baby, baby,

That's how strong my love is.



I'll be the weeping willow drowning in my tears

And you can go swimming when you are here

And I'll be the rainbow after the tears are gone

Wrap you in my colors and keep you warm



That's how strong my love is, darlin',

That's how strong my love is, baby,

That's how strong my love is, whoooa,

That's how strong my love is.



I will be the ocean so deep and wide

And catch all the tears whenever you cry,

I'll be the breeze after the storm is gone

To dry your eyes and love you warm



That's how strong my love is, baby,

That's how strong my love is, can you hear me now?

That's how strong my love is, darlin',

That's how strong my love is, again now



That's how strong my love is, so deep and wide,

That's how strong my love is

So much to love, yes so much to love, whoooa,

Yes so much love, yes so much to love,

Anything the sun can do, I will do it for you,

Any kind of love you want, I'll do for you....

How Strong My Love Is

Otis Redding's 'How Strong My Love Is' stands as a quintessential example of his raw, soulful vocal delivery and the soul genre's emotional depth. Recorded during the height of his career, the track showcases Redding's signature ability to convey profound longing and vulnerability through his voice alone. As a staple of his discography, the song exemplifies the gritty, gospel-inflected R&B style that defined the late 1960s. Its enduring popularity stems from its simple yet powerful message of unwavering devotion, making it a timeless addition to any collection of classic soul recordings.