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Discover the story of the song > Love Hurts – Don McLean

Who sang Love Hurts?

Don McLean released the song Love Hurts.

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The story of the song ' Love Hurts '

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The meaning of the song 'Love Hurts ', based on the lyrics

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🎶 Love Hurts song analysis

The protagonist sings that love can hurt a lot, leaving scars and wounds on the heart. Love can also be like a cloud that brings rain, and like a flame that burns when it is hot. Even though some people think that love brings happiness and unity, the protagonist thinks that it is a lie that only brings sadness.

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Don McLean - Short Biography

Donald McLean III is an iconic American singer-songwriter and guitarist, best known for his 1971 hit "American Pie". He also produced other popular singles such as "Vincent", "Dreidel" and "Wonderful Baby". His interpretations of Roy Orbison's "Crying" and the Skyliners' "Since I Don't Have You" cemented his place in music history. His music is considered a cornerstone of the loss of innocence of the first generation of rock and roll.