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It must be love... pic: Dmoder101

Valentine’s Day is once again upon us. Whether you’re in for a romantic evening or still adrift in the sea of singletons, we’ve all got a piece of music that expresses how we feel about love.

This year, with the help of EastLondonLines users, we have collected a series of songs and the personal tales behind what makes them important. Have a look at Daniel O’Donnell’s video compilation of these.

If you’d like to share thoughts on your own song, leave a comment below. (more…)

Pic: Soy of the North, Flickr

If you only had one song to express your love, what would it be?

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