Rebecca Lynn Howard born April 24, 1979 in Salyersville, Kentucky,(Maggofin… Read Full Bio ↴Rebecca Lynn Howard born April 24, 1979 in Salyersville, Kentucky,(Maggofin County) USA is an American country music singer-songwriter. Her song, "Softly and Tenderly" appeared on the soundtrack of the 1997 movie, The Apostle. Nominated for the Academy of Country Music's 2003 Top New Female Vocalist award, as well as for Song of the Year for her stellar hit, "Forgive," Rebecca Lynn Howard's vocal and songwriting talents have drawn critical acclaim both within and outside the boundaries of country music. A prolific songwriter, Rebecca Lynn co-wrote her hit, "Forgive," as well as Trisha Yearwood's "I Don't Paint Myself Into Corners." She has also landed album cuts by John Michael Montgomery, Jessica Andrews, Lila McCann and others.

Howard's accolades also include winning two Grammy Awards - the first in 1998 for her recording of "Softly & Tenderly" for the Grammy Award-winning soundtrack to the Robert Duvall film, The Apostle. Howard earned her second Grammy in 2004 for "If I Could Only Win Your Love," a duet with Ronnie Dunn featured on the Grammy-winning album, Livin', Lovin' Losin' - Songs of the Louvin Brothers.

In 2001 Howard provided background harmony vocals on Dolly Parton's Little Sparrow album for the ballad "Mountain Angel".

In 2005, she was signed by Show Dog Nashville, the record label founded in that year by superstar country singer Toby Keith. Howard joined label-mates including Scotty Emerick on tour with Toby Keith in 2005.

This Love
Rebecca Lynn Howard Lyrics

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It's like a diamond ring, it's a precious thing
And we never want to lose it
It's like a favorite song that you love to sing
Every time we hear the music

We're in this love together
We got the kind that lasts forever (we got the kind that lasts, baby, baby)
We're in this love together

And like berries on the vine
It gets sweeter all the time

Oh, so sweet baby

It's like a rainy night and candlelight, ooh
And ooh, it's so romantic (yes, it is)
We got the whole thing working out so right
And it's just the way we planned it

We're in this love together
We got the kind that lasts forever (we got the kind that lasts, baby, baby, baby)
Don't you know we're in this love together
And like berries on the vine
It gets sweeter all the time, oh, ooh

Ooh, yes, it is, baby
Baby, baby
So romantic night, yes it is, don't you know, don't you know, don't you know

We're in this love together
We got the kind that lasts forever (we got the kind that lasts forever, baby, yeah)
Don't you know we're in this love together
We got the kind that lasts forever and evermore (we got the kind that lasts, baby, yeah)

Don't you know we're in this love together

We got the kind that reminds me about favorite song (we got the kind that lasts, baby, baby, ooh)
Don't you know we're in this love together

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Rebecca Lynn Howard's song "This Love" are a testament to the power of a committed, lasting love. Howard compares this love to a diamond ring or a favorite song, both things that are treasured and never meant to be lost. She speaks of the love as being like berries on the vine, getting sweeter with time. The imagery used in the song is very romantic, with references to rainy nights and candlelight, conveying the sense of intimacy and passion that comes with a deep love.

The repetition of "we're in this love together" emphasizes the united nature of the couple and their shared commitment to each other. They have a love that lasts forever, and the song celebrates this endurance. The use of the word "baby" in the chorus adds a sense of tenderness and affection to the lyrics, reinforcing the idea that this love is based on deep and emotional connections.

Line by Line Meaning

It's like a diamond ring, it's a precious thing
Our love is incredibly valuable and rare like a diamond ring

And we never want to lose it
We cherish our love and never want to lose it

It's like a favorite song that you love to sing
Our love is like a beloved song that brings us joy and comfort

Every time we hear the music
Our love brings us happiness every time we experience it

We're in this love together
We are committed to each other and sharing our love

We got the kind that lasts forever (we got the kind that lasts, baby, baby)
Our love is strong and enduring, and we are confident in its longevity

And like berries on the vine
Our love continues to grow and develop like ripening fruit on a vine

It gets sweeter all the time
Our love gets more satisfying and pleasant the longer we are together

It's like a rainy night and candlelight, ooh
Our love is romantic and cozy like a rainy night and candlelight

And ooh, it's so romantic (yes, it is)
Our love is incredibly romantic and special

We got the whole thing working out so right
Our relationship is going well and we are happy together

And it's just the way we planned it
Our love is unfolding just as we hoped and envisioned

Don't you know we're in this love together
We are united and committed to each other and our love

We got the kind that lasts forever and evermore (we got the kind that lasts, baby, yeah)
Our love is unwavering and will last forever and ever

We got the kind that reminds me about favorite song (we got the kind that lasts, baby, baby, ooh)
Our love reminds us of our favorite song and brings us joy

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Roger Alan Murrah, Keith Stegall

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