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Love Hurts

Cher · 1991

47 min · 12 tracks · folk rock · house · pop rock

Cher's 'Love Hurts' melds heartfelt balladry with polished pop production, showcasing her powerful vocal range and emotional depth.

Why this album works

Best for
steady emotional exploration heartfelt ballads for reflection evening introspection with warmth
Context
Released in 1991, 'Love Hurts' marked Cher's return to the music scene after a brief hiatus following the mixed reception of her previous album. This album came during a resurgence in her career, as she was transitioning from film back to music, leading to a new wave of popularity that would peak in the mid-90s.
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folk rock, house, pop rock

Love Hurts is an album by Cher, released in 1991. Cher's 'Love Hurts' melds heartfelt balladry with polished pop production, showcasing her powerful vocal range and emotional depth. 'Love Hurts' was notable for its commercial success, peaking at number 10 on the Billboard 200 and producing several hit singles. The title track gained recognition not only for its poignant lyrics but also for solidifying Cher's place as a versatile artist capable of crossing genres from pop to rock. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Love Hurts sound like?

Cher's 'Love Hurts' melds heartfelt balladry with polished pop production, showcasing her powerful vocal range and emotional depth. Rooted in folk rock and house.

What makes Love Hurts by Cher notable?

'Love Hurts' was notable for its commercial success, peaking at number 10 on the Billboard 200 and producing several hit singles. The title track gained recognition not only for its poignant lyrics but also for solidifying Cher's place as a versatile artist capable of crossing genres from pop to rock. Released in 1991, 'Love Hurts' marked Cher's return to the music scene after a brief hiatus following the mixed reception of her previous album. This album came during a resurgence in her career, as she was transitioning from film back to music, leading to a new wave of popularity that would peak in the mid-90s.

Who is Love Hurts for?

Love Hurts works well if you're into steady emotional exploration, heartfelt ballads for reflection and evening introspection with warmth.

How many songs are on Love Hurts?

Love Hurts has 12 tracks, running approximately 47 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·47:00

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Save Up All Your Tears Standout 4:01
  • 2 Love Hurts Standout 4:21
  • 3 Love and Understanding 4:44
  • 4 Fires of Eden 3:43
  • 5 I’ll Never Stop Loving You 3:58
  • 6 One Small Step 3:27
  • 7 A World Without Heroes 3:10
  • 8 Could’ve Been You 3:31
  • 9 When Love Calls Your Name 3:34
  • 10 When Lovers Become Strangers 4:46
  • 11 Who You Gonna Believe 4:47
  • 12 The Shoop Shoop Song (It’s in His Kiss) Standout 2:51

Release Date

June 1, 1991

Genre

folk rock, pop rock

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

47 min 0 sec