The Book Of Love (Remix) Lyrics
Peter Gabriel
Lyrics
The book of love is long and boring
No one can lift the damn thing
It's full of charts and facts, some figures and instructions for dancing
But I,
I love it when you read to me.
And you,
You can read me anything.
The book of love has music in it,
In fact that's where music comes from.
Some of it is just transcendental,
Some of it is just really dumb.
But I,
I love it when you sing to me.
And you,
You can sing me anything.
The book of love is long and boring,
And written very long ago.
It's full of flowers and heart-shaped boxes,
And things we're all too young to know.
But I,
I love it when you give me things.
And you,
You ought to give me wedding rings.
And I,
I love it when you give me things.
And you,
You ought to give me wedding rings.
You ought to give me wedding rings.
Song & Lyrics Facts
Peter Gabriel's song "The Book of Love" is a remix of the Magnetic Fields' original version. It was released as part of Peter Gabriel's album Scratch My Back in 2010.
The lyrics were written by Stephin Merritt, and the music was composed by Peter Gabriel himself. The track features musical contributions from members of the band including Tony Levin on bass guitar, Manu Katché on drums, David Rhodes on guitars, and John Metcalfe on strings. The song has an uplifting, romantic message that speaks to the power of love. With its gentle melody and heartfelt lyrics, it has become a fan favorite over the years. The song also includes several lines taken directly from the Bible, making it both a spiritual and emotional journey for listeners. Its simple yet powerful words have been praised for their ability to evoke emotion and bring hope to those who listen.