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Introduction
Justin Hayward, the iconic voice and guitarist of The Moody Blues, has gifted us with a heartfelt single, “Living For Love.” Released in September 2022, this track is his first in over two years, and it beautifully encapsulates the spirit of youthful romance and the timeless essence of love.
In “Living For Love,” Hayward takes us on a nostalgic journey, reflecting on the days when life was brimming with optimism, freedom, and the exhilarating rush of young love. He shared, “I’m one of a generation that as teenagers, if we were lucky, were living just for love; with the most wonderful music, freedom and optimism.”
The song’s folky melody, combined with Hayward’s signature vocals, creates an intimate atmosphere that resonates deeply with listeners. The lyrics paint vivid images of moonlit nights and sacred grounds, evoking memories of innocent adventures and heartfelt connections. Lines like “I’m driving through the land we knew to find that sacred ground” transport us back to those cherished moments of our youth.
Recorded in Italy with his longtime collaborator Alberto Parodi, “Living For Love” showcases Hayward’s enduring talent and passion for music. The track was strategically released ahead of his UK tour, allowing fans to experience his latest creation live.
For those eager to immerse themselves in this beautiful piece, the official lyric video is available on YouTube, offering a visual complement to the song’s emotive storytelling.
“Living For Love” is more than just a song; it’s a celebration of love’s enduring power and a reminder of the moments that shape our lives. Through this track, Justin Hayward continues to touch hearts, proving that his musical journey is far from over.
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Lyrics
Walking through the streets we knew
I felt that you were near
I walked on to a quiet place
The better I could hear
I stopped and knew that you were there
I didn’t turn to see
I felt that if I did my dear
The spell would break on me
I’m driving though the land we knew
To find that sacred ground
Where moonlight on the innocence
Wildest dreams were found
We lay there all the break of day
Lovers me and you
I had to give my heart away
What else could I do?
Love for us was living
Dreams that we were dreaming
Life was just beginning
Love that we were living
Like ghosts that haunt the mansions where
Their hidden treasures lay
I know we’ll be together on
That perfumed sultry day
Aligned in true magnificence
The moon and stars and sun
The cards, the cups, the portents tell
When all is said and done
I know that we’re the lucky ones
Like angels we can fly
In days of future symphonies
The golden years went by
The splendour of the ancient @mes
Once was bourne to me
But we were so in love back then
We simply couldn’t see
That love for us was living
Dreams that we were dreaming
Life was jus beginning
Love that we were living
I’m driving through the land we knew
To find that sacred ground
Where moonlight on the innocent
Wildest Dreams were found
We lay there all the break of day
Lovers me and you
I had to give my heart away
What else could I do?
Cos love for us was living
Dreams that we were dreaming
Life was just beginning
Love that we were living