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Love of My Life (Sammy Kershaw song)
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Wikipedia article
"'Love of My Life'" is a song written by Keith Stegall and Dan Hill, and recorded by American country music artist Sammy Kershaw. It was released in October 1997 as the lead-off single from his album 'Labor of Love'. It peaked at number 2 in the United States, behind Tim McGraw's smash hit "Just to See You Smile", and at number 3 in Canada. A duet version with Terri Clark was also released as the B-side,[https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000006136 Love of My Life] at Amazon.com although other versions have "Roamin' Love" on the B-side.
The song was also recorded by Ace of Base in 1997 as a potential track for their third album, but didn't make the final cut.
Content
The song is a ballad in the key of B major and a 4/4 time signature, with a vocal range from B3 to F5. In it, the male narrator tells his lover that she is the love of his life. In the chorus, he adds that he was hesitant and shy until she "came and saved" him.
Music video
The music video was directed by Michael Salomon, and it begins with the song "Meant to Be", then it cuts to Kershaw and his lover at their house.
Chart positions
"Love of My Life" debuted at number 63 on the U.S. 'Billboard' Hot Country Singles & Tracks for the chart week of October 25, 1997.
Year-end charts
References
Category:Sammy Kershaw songs
Category:1997 singles
Category:Songs written by Keith Stegall
Category:Music videos directed by Michael Salomon
Category:Terri Clark songs
Category:Songs written by Dan Hill
Category:Song recordings produced by Keith Stegall
Category:Mercury Nashville singles
Category:1997 songs
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