“Only Love” by Ben Howard
The title (“Only Love”) of this song by Ben Howard can be interpreted in one of two ways, considering the way it is positioned in the lyrics. It can be viewed as Howard relating to the “girl” he is singing to as his “only love”, meaning that she is his singular sweetheart. Or he can be saying that the very-strong feelings he has for her are “only love”, as in the basic expressions of his overwhelming affection for her.
This song has a notable physical aspect (“I feel you under my body”) as well a powerful mental/emotional side (“watch me fall apart”). Throughout the song, the singer presents himself as a vulnerable lover and one who actually wants his partner to take possession of him.
“Only Love” is a self-penned Song
Ben Howard wrote “Only Love”, with the production being handled by his regular producer, Chris Bond.
Release Date
“Only Love” is part of Ben Howard’s widely praised debut album Every Kingdom. It’s official date of release was the 4th of May, 2012.
Notable Live Performance of “Only Love”
Ben Howard performed this song live at the 2013 Brit Awards.
Prior to that performance, the song hovered around number 37 on the UK Singles Chart. However, following the performance, it broke the top 10, peaking at number 9.
Furthermore, this track charted in the United States and a number of other countries, including Ireland and Scotland.
Was “Only Love” released as one of Every Kingdom’s singles?
Yes. It was the fourth single from Every Kingdom. In addition to that, it was also the album’s most successful single. “Old Pine” was also another popular single the album produced.
