Love American Style
The Cowsills Lyrics
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Love, Love, Love
Love, American Style,
Truer than the Red, White and Blue.
Love, American Style,
That's me and you.
(you can rest) You can rest your head on my shoulder (shoulder).
Out by the dawn's early light, my love
(I will defend) I will defend your right to try.
(I'll defend your right to) Love, American Style,
Free'r than the land of the free.
Love, American Style,
That's you and me.
We pledge our love 'neath the same old moon,
(but it shines) But it shines red and white and blue now.
Upon this land of hopes and dreams, my love,
(all that I hope) Where all I hope for tis of thee
(all I hope for tis of) Love, American Style,
Truer than the Red, White and Blue.
Love, American Style,
That's me and you.
And in this land of hopes and dreams, my love,
All that I hope for tis of thee
(Love, Love, Love) {CLAP}
(Love, Love, Love)
Love, American Style,
Free'r than the land of the free.
Love, American Style,
Truer than the Red, White and Blue.
Love, American Style,
Free'r than the land of the free.
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Love, American Style,
Truer than the Red, White and Blue.
The Cowsills's song, "Love American Style," is an ode to the enduring love present in the United States of America. The title of the song is derived from the 1969 television show "Love, American Style," which featured humorous sketches about relationships. The song's lyrics reference the patriotism and devotion shared by a couple in love, symbolized by the colors of the American flag. The song's chorus repeats the phrase "Love, Love, Love," adding to the emphasis of the power of love between two individuals.
The song begins with the lyrics, "Love, American Style, Truer than the Red, White and Blue." The reference to the colors of the American flag showcases the importance of the strength of the couple's love, equating it to national pride. The lyrics then transition to the couple spending time together, culminating in a moment where the singer pledges to defend their right to love. The song concludes with a repetition of the chorus, emphasizing the concept of love being the ultimate expression of freedom.
Overall, "Love American Style" is a song that honors the love shared between two individuals within the context of patriotic devotion. Its message is one of hope, embracing the idea that love can be a unifying force that transcends all boundaries.
Line by Line Meaning
Love, Love, Love {CLAP}
Talking about the prominence and importance of love in our society.
Love, Love, Love
Continuation of the aforementioned discussion on love
Love, American Style,
Expressing admiration for the unique nature of American love.
Truer than the Red, White and Blue.
Comparing the intensity of American love to America's own national flag and its significance to Americans.
Love, American Style,
Re-emphasizing the uniqueness of American love.
That's me and you.
Referring to the shared love between the two people involved in the relationship, who are Americans.
And on a star spangled night my love.
Talking about how the strong love between the two people involved is enhanced by their shared appreciation for America.
(you can rest) You can rest your head on my shoulder (shoulder).
Offering comfort and support in the relationship
Out by the dawn's early light, my love
In the morning, in the early hours they've together, they will find a supportive relationship.
(I will defend) I will defend your right to try.
Promise of supporting each other's aspirations and dreams, even when it means fighting for it.
(I'll defend your right to) Love, American Style,
Promise of supporting the love between them that is uniquely American.
Free'r than the land of the free.
Emphasizing the free-spirited nature of American love and how it is one of a kind.
Love, American Style,
Repeating the distinctiveness of their love.
That's you and me.
Affirmation of the two people involved in the relationship as being the embodiment of American love.
We pledge our love 'neath the same old moon,
Calling back to traditional motifs of love, shared between them but with a uniquely American signifying feature.
(but it shines) But it shines red and white and blue now.
The image of the moon gives a new meaning representing the American flag, which is both symbolically and visually.
Upon this land of hopes and dreams, my love,
Sharing with us the place where they express their love, days full of expectations and dreams.
(all that I hope) Where all I hope for tis of thee
The relationship is build on the hopes and dreams of a future together in America under their own terms.
(Love, Love, Love) {CLAP}
Finishing underlining the importance and significance of love in the unique American context.
(Love, Love, Love)
A final repetition about the theme of the song.
Love, American Style,
One more reference to the topic of the song.
Free'r than the land of the free.
Reiterating that the nature of American love is freer than anything else.
Love, American Style,
Establishing the core topic of the song one last time.
Truer than the Red, White and Blue.
A final assertion of the devotion and commitment between the couple being deeper than any symbolic representation of America can convey.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CHARLES FOX, ARNOLD MARGOLIN
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