We take a look at four rock songs that really, really aren't love songs even though a lot of people still think that they are.

Soft rock, soul, R&B ... "Close To You" was one of the most beloved songs in the '70s. The lyrics depict unrequited love — a longing to be close to someone popular and idolized by others.

The heartbroken Perry, who’s described the writing of this song as “love justice,” actually ... much in keeping with the prog ...

Songs like "Valentine" are the reason why. Released in 1996, the song is all smoldering buildup, a romantic mantra whose only ...

John Lennon didn't have the big-bang decade-opening album like his former bandmate George Harrison. He didn't turn to more ...

There’s something for everyone in this diverse list of punk rock love songs, proving that love is an experience so powerful and universal, it even inspires the most hardcore punks to write about it.

from earlier in the '70s that fall into this category. In the spirit of easy listening fare, here is our ranking of 22 great yacht rock tunes.