Only Love Can Hurt Like This cover

Only Love Can Hurt Like This

Paloma Faith · 2014

10 min · 2 tracks · contemporary R&B

A blend of soaring vocals and lush instrumentals, combining elements of pop and soul with a contemporary twist.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Only Love Can Hurt Like This (MS MR remix) — This remix transforms the original into an atmospheric experience that enhances the emotional intensity while retaining Faith's signature vocal strength.
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    Only Love Can Hurt Like This (Adam Turner remix) — Turner's version adds an upbeat tempo that juxtaposes the song's heartbreak narrative, showcasing its versatility across different musical interpretations.

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — This single helped solidify her reputation with widespread acclaim and chart success.
Themes
heartbreak in London· pop balladry tradition
Career context
By the time 'Only Love Can Hurt Like This' was released in 2014, Paloma Faith was solidifying her position as a prominent voice in British pop music. This single, part of her third studio album, followed her successful sophomore effort, 'Fall to Grace', and showcased her continued evolution as an artist exploring deeper emotional themes.
Stylistic neighbors
Amy Winehouse· Adele· Lana Del Rey

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Only Love Can Hurt Like This (MS MR remix) 3:34
  • 2 Only Love Can Hurt Like This (Adam Turner remix) 6:53

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