Love Hurts
The Everly Brothers Lyrics


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Love hurts, love scars, love wounds and mars
Any heart not tough nor strong enough
To take a lot of pain, take a lot of pain
Love is like a cloud, holds a lot of rain
Love hurts
Love hurts

I'm young, I know, but even so
I know a thing or two
I've learned from you
I've really learned a lot, really learned a lot
Love is like a stove, burns you when it's hot
Love hurts
Love hurts

Some fools rave of happiness
Blissfulness, togetherness
Some fools fool themselves I guess
But they're not fooling me

I know it isn't true, know it isn't true
Love is just a lie, made to make you blue
Love hurts




Love hurts
Love hurts

Overall Meaning

The Everly Brother's ballad "Love Hurts" explores the painful aftermath of a failed relationship, highlighting how love can damage one's heart and leave lasting scars. The opening line "Love hurts, love scars, love wounds and mars" establishes right away that love is not always bright and beautiful, but can inflict deep emotional pain on those who experience it. The following lines, "Any heart not tough nor strong enough to take a lot of pain" imply that some people are more resilient than others but may still struggle with the emotional toll of heartache.


As the song continues, the singer reflects on his own experiences with love, acknowledging that even though he is young, he has learned a lot from his past relationships. The comparison of love to a stove that burns when it's hot is a powerful metaphor that captures how love, even in its most passionate moments, can be destructive. The final verse of the song puts a spotlight on individuals who still believe in the idea of love's happiness, suggesting that they are likely deluding themselves. The song concludes on the pessimistic declaration "Love is just a lie, made to make you blue. Love hurts, love hurts, love hurts."


Overall, "Love Hurts" is a poignant reflection on the realities of love and heartbreak. Though it may have a somber tone, the song speaks to universal experiences that many people can relate to, making it a timeless classic that continues to resonate with generations.


Line by Line Meaning

Love hurts, love scars, love wounds and mars
Being in love can cause emotional pain and leaves marks on the heart


Any heart not tough nor strong enough
Only those with a strong heart can endure the pain caused by love


To take a lot of pain, take a lot of pain
In order to have love, one must be able to persevere through the hardships that come with it


Love is like a cloud, holds a lot of rain
Love can bring joy and happiness, but it can also bring sadness and tears


I'm young, I know, but even so
Although I may be inexperienced, I still have knowledge about love


I know a thing or two
I have learned a few lessons about love


I've learned from you
I have gained insight and understanding from a past lover


I've really learned a lot, really learned a lot
My experiences have taught me invaluable lessons about love


Love is like a stove, burns you when it's hot
Love can be passionate and intense, but it can also be painful and damaging


Some fools rave of happiness
Some people idealize love as always being joyful


Blissfulness, togetherness
They envision love as bringing complete happiness and unity


Some fools fool themselves I guess
Those people deceive themselves by ignoring the painful aspects of love


But they're not fooling me
I see love for what it truly is, both the good and the bad


I know it isn't true, know it isn't true
I understand that the idealized version of love is not realistic


Love is just a lie, made to make you blue
Love can be deceiving and make you feel sad and depressed


Love hurts
Love brings pain and suffering to the heart


Love hurts
The pain of love is a repeating theme throughout life




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Written by: Boudleaux Bryant

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@herdiman8741

"Love Hurts"

Love hurts, love scars
Love wounds and mars
Any heart not tough
Nor strong enough
To take a lot of pain, take a lot of pain
Love is like a cloud, holds a lot of rain
Love hurts
Love hurts

I'm young, I know
But even so
I know a thing or two
I've learned from you
I've really learned a lot, really learned a lot
Love is like a stove, burns you when it's hot
Love hurts
Love hurts

Some fools rave of happiness
Blissfulness, togetherness
Some fools fool themselves, I guess
But they're not fooling me
I know it isn't true, know it isn't true
Love is just a lie made to make you blue
Love hurts
Love hurts
Love hurts



@PinkTulip1701

Love hurts, love scars, love wounds and mars
Any heart not tough nor strong enough
To take a lot of pain, take a lot of pain
Love is like a cloud, holds a lot of rain
Love hurts
Love hurts

I'm young, I know, but even so
I know a thing or two; I've learned from you
I've really learned a lot, really learned a lot
Love is like a stove, burns you when it's hot
Love hurts, love hurts.

Some fools rave of happiness, blissfulness, togetherness
Some fools fool themselves I guess
But they're not fooling me

I know it isn't true, know it isn't true
Love is just a lie, made to make you blue
Love hurts
Love hurts
Love hurts



All comments from YouTube:

@zixiongwang9659

Both songs are legendary. The impressive part is that Nazareth really made it sound like they created their own song, huge success.

@zixiongwang9659

M P yeah I agree. I also like their covers of Piece of My Heart and Ruby Tuesday.

@stephentresca3536

Jennifer Warnes did a nice version also.

@riffman1218

Gram Parsons version is awesome as well👍🏻

@pneeb419

Nazareth sang it like their soul was in pain....

@cameronmason4452

Julian lage version above all

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@marrianner.1682

Those voices! I can listen to them forever. Smooth, tender and no one can harmonize better than the Everly Brothers.

@lexsoft3969

For duo, yes. But for trio, I would say : Bee Gees.

@marrianner.1682

@@lexsoft3969 You got that one right. I guess it is "family" who does it best.

@stevethmod5387

Love hurts...r.i.p. Don and Phil, beautiful harmonies now sung in heaven, music that lives on in our hearts here on earth.❤️

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