About the Song
“I’ll Still Be Loving You” by Restless Heart is a classic power ballad that left an indelible mark on country music in the late 1980s. Released in 1986 as part of their album “Wheels,” this song showcased the band’s ability to blend country sensibilities with pop-rock elements, a style that defined much of their success.
Restless Heart, formed in Nashville, Tennessee, consisted of Larry Stewart (lead vocals), John Dittrich (drums, vocals), Paul Gregg (bass, vocals), Dave Innis (piano, keyboards, vocals), and Greg Jennings (lead guitar, vocals). Their harmonies and polished sound set them apart in the country music scene of that era.
“I’ll Still Be Loving You” became one of Restless Heart’s signature songs, reaching the top of the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart and crossing over to adult contemporary audiences. The song’s emotional delivery and romantic theme resonated with listeners, cementing its status as a timeless love song.
Musically, the track features lush instrumentation typical of the era, with soaring guitar solos and prominent keyboard parts supporting the heartfelt vocals. The production quality, characteristic of 1980s country-pop crossover hits, gives the song a polished, radio-friendly sound that has aged remarkably well.
The song’s enduring popularity has made it a favorite at weddings and a staple on romantic country playlists. Its message of eternal love and commitment continues to touch listeners decades after its initial release.
For fans of 1980s country music or those exploring the genre’s evolution, “I’ll Still Be Loving You” serves as an excellent example of the period’s sound. It represents a time when country music was expanding its boundaries and reaching new audiences without losing its emotional core.
Restless Heart’s performance on this track demonstrates their musical prowess and their ability to convey deep emotion through their music. The song remains a high point in their career and a beloved classic in the country music canon.
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Lyrics: I’ll Still Be Loving You
Changin’ my life with your love
Has been so easy for you
And I’m amazed every day
And I’ll need you‘Till all the mountains are valleys
And every ocean is dry, my loveI’ll be yours
Until the sun doesn’t shine
‘Till time stands still
Until the winds don’t blowWhen today is just a memory to me
I know I’ll still be loving
I’ll still be loving you
I’ll still be loving youNever before did I know
How loving someone could be
Now I can see, you and me
For a lifetimeUntil the last moon is rising
You’ll see the love in my eyes, my loveI’ll be yours
Until the sun doesn’t shine
‘Till time stands still
Until the winds don’t blowWhen today is just a memory to me
I know I’ll still be loving
I’ll still be loving youI’ll be yours
Until the sun doesn’t shine
‘Till time stands still
Until the winds don’t blowWhen today is just a memory to me
I know I’ll still be loving
I’ll still be loving youI’ll still be loving you
I’ll still be loving
I’ll still be loving you
I’ll still be loving
I’ll still be loving you
I’ll still be loving
I’ll still be loving you