This Year's Love
David Gray · Greatest Hits, David Gray [2007]
heaven knows it's high time
I've been waiting on my own too long
And when you hold me like you do
It feels so right
I start to forget how my heart gets torn
When that hurt gets thrown
Feeling like I can't go on
Turning circles time again
cut like a knife oh yea
If you love me got to know for sure
Cos it takes something more this time
than sweet sweet lies
before i open up my arms and fall
losing all control of every dream inside my soul
and when you kiss me on that midnight street
sweep me off my feet
singin ain't this life so sweet
this years love had better last
this years love had better last
so who's to worry if our hearts get torn
when that hurt gets thrown
don't you know this life goes on
and won't you kiss me on that midnight street
sweep me off my feet
singin ain't this life so sweet
this years love had better last
this years love had better last
this years love had better last
this years love had better last
This Year's Love
David Gray's 'This Year's Love' stands as a defining track from his 2007 greatest hits compilation, showcasing his signature blend of soulful R&B and indie pop. The song captures the raw emotion of romantic longing and the passage of time, themes that resonate deeply within his broader discography. Released during a period where Gray was solidifying his status as a leading voice in modern soul, the recording features his distinctive vocal delivery and atmospheric production. It complements other notable works from the era, such as 'Sail Away' and 'Babylon', contributing to a body of music characterized by emotional vulnerability and melodic sophistication. The track remains a staple for fans appreciating Gray's ability to craft intimate, radio-friendly ballads that explore complex feelings of love and loss.