About the song
“Love Street” by The Doors is a mellifluous ode to the vibrant, bohemian atmosphere of Laurel Canyon in Los Angeles. Released in 1968 as part of their album “Waiting for the Sun,” this track encapsulates The Doors’ penchant for poetic lyricism and musical experimentation.
Crafted by The Doors’ enigmatic frontman Jim Morrison, “Love Street” paints a vivid portrait of the idyllic neighborhood where Morrison and his girlfriend Pamela Courson resided. With its dreamy melodies and evocative imagery, the song transports listeners to a place of artistic inspiration and free-spiritedness.
Though “Love Street” didn’t achieve significant chart success upon its release, it remains a cult favorite among fans of The Doors. Its serene ambiance and introspective lyrics showcase a different facet of the band’s repertoire, highlighting their ability to captivate listeners with both their rock anthems and more contemplative compositions.
Decades later, “Love Street” continues to resonate with audiences, serving as a nostalgic reminder of a bygone era of peace, love, and artistic expression. Its enduring popularity speaks to The Doors’ lasting impact on the music world and their ability to evoke emotion through their timeless melodies and poetic storytelling.
Whether you’re a longtime fan of The Doors or discovering their music for the first time, “Love Street” invites you to embark on a journey of introspection and imagination, where the boundaries between reality and fantasy blur, and the spirit of creativity thrives.
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Lyrics
She lives on Love Street
Lingers long on Love Street
She has a house and garden
I would like to see what happens
She has robes and she has monkeys
Lazy diamond studded flunkies
She has wisdom and knows what to do
She has me, and she has you
She has wisdom and knows what to do
She has me, and she has you
I see you live on Love Street
There’s this store where the creatures meet
I wonder what they do in there
Summer Sunday, and a year
I guess I like it fine, so far
She lives on Love Street
Lingers long on Love Street
She has a house and garden
I would like to see what happens
La-la-la, la-la-la-la
La-la-la, la-la-la-la
La-la-la, la-la-la-la
La-la-la, la-la-la-la