What makes This Love by Maroon 5 notable?

'This Love' was a commercial success, reaching number five on the Billboard Hot 100 and receiving a Grammy Award nomination for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal. Its innovative blend of genres helped to define the sound of early 2000s pop-rock and influenced a generation of artists who followed. When 'This Love' was released in January 2004, Maroon 5 was still establishing their presence in the music industry, following their debut album 'Songs About Jane' in 2002. The track became one of the band's signature songs, solidifying their crossover appeal from alternative rock to mainstream pop.

How many songs are on This Love?

This Love has 2 tracks, running approximately 8 minutes.

This Love

Maroon 5 · 2004

8 min · 2 tracks · alternative rock

A sultry blend of funk-rock grooves and smooth pop melodies, underscored by confessional lyrics and Adam Levine's distinct vocals.

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Top tracks — play these first

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This Love — The title track features an iconic blend of catchy hooks and heartfelt lyrics about love's complexities, showcasing Maroon 5's signature sound.
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The Sun — This acoustic version highlights the band's ability to convey emotion through stripped-down instrumentation, emphasizing Levine's vocal prowess and lyrical depth.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

56 /100

Foothills

Higher than 47% of albums we've rated

The track combines strong songwriting with polished production, making it memorable yet familiar.

What we noticed

The song features a prominent, syncopated bass line that drives the rhythm throughout.
The arrangement includes layered guitar riffs that complement the vocal melody, creating a rich texture.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — This Love helped establish Maroon 5's presence and commercial success.
Themes: heartbreak confessions· intimate longing· sultry grooves
Career context: When 'This Love' was released in January 2004, Maroon 5 was still establishing their presence in the music industry, following their debut album 'Songs About Jane' in 2002. The track became one of the band's signature songs, solidifying their crossover appeal from alternative rock to mainstream pop.
Stylistic neighbors: OneRepublic· Panic! at the Disco· Train