About the song

When it comes to heartfelt storytelling wrapped in the gentle twang of classic country music, few do it better than Alan Jackson. One of the crown jewels in his extensive discography is the timeless ballad “Livin’ On Love.” Released in 1994 as part of his album Who I Am, this song captures the essence of what country music is all about—simplicity, sincerity, and soul.

“Livin’ On Love” is more than just a love song. It’s a quiet, poetic meditation on life’s deeper meanings. Jackson doesn’t paint a picture of luxury or grand romance. Instead, he highlights the quiet victories of everyday love—the kind that doesn’t depend on money or status but thrives on shared values and mutual devotion. The lyrics follow a couple from young love through old age, reminding us that the most meaningful things in life can’t be bought. Lines like “Two young people without a thing / Say some vows and spread their wings” are not just poetic—they’re profoundly relatable, especially to those who have walked the long road of marriage and know the truth in those words.

What makes Alan Jackson’s delivery so special is his ability to blend emotional depth with musical simplicity. The soft strumming, steel guitar accents, and his unmistakable drawl all serve to underscore the song’s heartfelt message. There’s no need for overproduction or dramatic flourishes—Jackson lets the lyrics and melody speak for themselves.

In an era where love is often portrayed as something fleeting or transactional, “Livin’ On Love” stands as a beautiful reminder that true affection is built over time, nurtured with patience, laughter, and yes—even sacrifice. It’s a celebration of growing old together, of holding hands through decades, and of finding richness in the little things. For many fans, this song is not just nostalgic—it’s personal. It speaks to their own lives, their parents’ stories, or the kind of love they hope to find.

If you’re someone who appreciates country music that tells the truth, with a voice that sounds like home, then “Livin’ On Love” isn’t just a song—it’s a life philosophy set to music.

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Lyrics

Two young people without a thingSay some vows and spread their wingsAnd settle down with just what they needLivin’ on love
She don’t care ’bout what’s in styleShe just likes the way he smilesIt takes more than marble and tileLivin’ on love
Livin’ on love, buyin’ on timeWithout somebody nothing ain’t worth a dimeJust like an old fashion story book rhymeLivin’ on love
It sounds simple, that’s what you’re thinkin’But love can walk through fire without blinkin’It doesn’t take much when you get enoughLivin’ on love
Two old people without a thingChildren gone but still they singSide by side in that front porch swingLivin’ on love
He can’t see any moreShe can barely sweep the floorHand in hand they’ll walk through that doorJust livin’ on love
Livin’ on love, buyin’ on timeWithout somebody nothing ain’t worth a dimeJust like an old fashion story book rhymeLivin’ on love
It sounds simple that’s what you’re thinkin’But love can walk through fire without blinkin’It doesn’t take much when you get enoughLivin’ on love
Livin’ on love, buyin’ on timeWithout somebody nothing ain’t worth a dimeJust like an old fashion story book rhymeLivin’ on love
It sounds simple that’s what you’re thinkin’But love can walk through fire without blinkin’It doesn’t take much when you get enoughLivin’ on love
No, it doesn’t take much when you get enoughLivin’ on love