Desperado Love
Conway Twitty
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Should I just ride in and steal you away Don't know what else to do I got a desperado love for you They say you belong to another man The first time we met I knew That I'd have a desperado love for you I know that it breaks every law To feel the way I'm feelin' But I want your love so desperately I don't see the wrong in stealin' So hold on I'm gonna shoot for the heart Like desperadoes do I got a desperado love for you It's so wrong to take what isn't mine And head out for the border But I can't look at you and have Respect for law and order So hold on I'm gonna shoot for the heart Like desperadoes do I got a desperado love for you I got a desperado love for you
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Written by: MICHAEL GARVIN, SAMMY JOHNS
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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12 facts about this song
Release Date"Desperado Love" was released in 1986.
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Album FeatureThis song is a part of the album "Fallin' For You for Years."
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Chart PerformanceUpon release, it quickly topped the "Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks" chart, making it the number one hit.
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Hitmaker"Desperado Love" was Conway Twitty's 35th number one country hit.
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ComposersThe song was written by famous songwriters Michael Garvin and Sammy Johns.
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Recording Label"Desperado Love" was produced and distributed under the MCA Records, an American record label.
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Career MilestoneThis particular song was the last number one hit for Conway Twitty.
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Musical Style"Desperado Love" is a classic romantic country song with a western feel, a style typical for Conway Twitty.
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Unique FeatureUnlike many other songs of the genre, "Desperado Love" uses metaphors of an outlaw and the wild west to express deep feelings of love and desire.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by several artists since its initial release including Forester Sisters and Ronnie McDowell.
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LegacyEven after his death, "Desperado Love" remains one of Conway Twitty's most popular and well-loved songs, maintaining its popularity amongst fans of classic country music.
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Awards RecognitionAlthough not directly winning any awards, this song contributed to Twitty's recognition as a Country Music Hall of Fame artist.
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