Bee Gees – How Deep Is Your Love

Introduction

Imagine pulsating lights, swirling dance floors, and the soaring harmonies of the Bee Gees. That’s the scene “How Deep Is Your Love” painted across disco’s vibrant canvas in 1977. But this wasn’t just another dance-floor filler; it was a love song that resonated far beyond the strobe lights, becoming a timeless anthem of devotion.

Born from a late-night jam session between brothers Barry and Robin Gibb, the song’s origins weren’t planned. Yet, its simplicity and raw emotion struck a chord. Barry’s falsetto soared, weaving a melody that mirrored the endless depths of love, while Robin’s lyrics explored the vulnerability and unwavering commitment that come with it.

Initially intended for Yvonne Elliman, a frequent Bee Gees collaborator, “How Deep Is Your Love” found its perfect home on the soundtrack of “Saturday Night Fever.” This disco phenomenon elevated the song to unimaginable heights, its opening piano chords instantly transporting listeners to the glittering discotheques of the era.

“How Deep Is Your Love” transcended the disco trend, however. Its message of unconditional love resonated with couples across generations, finding its way into weddings, slow dances, and moments of heartfelt connection. Artists from Kenny Rogers and Celine Dion to Take That and Beyoncé have covered it, each interpretation adding their own depth to the timeless melody.

So, let the familiar opening piano notes wash over you. Close your eyes and feel the Bee Gees’ harmonies envelop you. “How Deep Is Your Love” is more than just a disco classic; it’s a timeless exploration of the profoundness and complexities of love, inviting us all to dive into its limitless depths.

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Lyrics

I know your eyes in the mornin’ sun
I feel you touch me in the pourin’ rain
And the moment that you wander far from me
I wanna feel you in my arms again

And you come to me on a summer breeze
Keep me warm in your love, then you softly leave
And it’s me you need to show
How deep is your love?

How deep is your love? How deep is your love?
I really mean to learn
‘Cause we’re livin’ in a world of fools
Breakin’ us down
When they all should let us be
We belong to you and me

I believe in you
You know the door to my very soul
You’re the light in my deepest, darkest hour
You’re my saviour when I fall

And you may not think I care for you
When you know down inside that I really do
And it’s me you need to show
How deep is your love?

How deep is your love? How deep is your love?
I really mean to learn
‘Cause we’re livin’ in a world of fools
Breakin’ us down
When they all should let us be
We belong to you and me

Na-na-na-na-na
Na-na-na-na, na-na-na-na-na
Na-na-na, na-na-na-na-na-na-na
Na-na-na, na-na-na-na

And you come to me on a summer breeze
Keep me warm in your love, then you softly leave
And it’s me you need to show
How deep is your love?

How deep is your love? How deep is your love?
I really mean to learn (I really mean to learn)
‘Cause we’re livin’ in a world of fools
Breakin’ us down
When they all should let us be
We belong to you and me
(Na-na-na-na-na)

How deep is your love? How deep is your love?
I really mean to learn
‘Cause we’re livin’ in a world of fools
Breakin’ us down
When they all should let us be
We belong to you and me
(Na-na-na-na-na)

How deep is your love? How deep is your love?
I really mean to learn
‘Cause we’re livin’ in a world of fools
Breakin’ us down
When they all should let us be
We belong to you and me