“What’s Forever For” – Michael Murphey
“What’s Forever For” is a song by American singer Michael Martin Murphey. Released in 1982, it was a single from his album “Michael Martin Murphey.” The song became a major hit, reaching number 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart.
Song Details:
- Title: What’s Forever For
- Artist: Michael Martin Murphey
- Album: Michael Martin Murphey
- Released: 1982
- Genre: Country
- Writer: Rafe VanHoy
- Chart Performance: No. 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart
Lyrics Overview:
The song’s lyrics reflect on the nature of love and commitment, questioning the value and longevity of relationships in a world where they often seem fleeting. The chorus poignantly asks, “What’s forever for?” emphasizing the confusion and search for meaning in lasting love.
Themes:
- Love and Commitment
- Longevity of Relationships
- Searching for Meaning in Romantic Connections
Notable Achievements:
- The song’s success helped to solidify Michael Martin Murphey’s place in country music during the early 1980s.
- It remains one of Murphey’s signature songs and is well-loved by fans of classic country music.
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