About the Song
"Love Is a Battlefield" is a song by American singer Pat Benatar, released on September 12, 1983, as a single from Benatar's live album Live from Earth (1983), though the song itself was a studio recording. It was written by Holly Knight and Mike Chapman. The song was ranked at number 30 in VH1's list of the 100 Greatest Songs of the 1980s. "Love Is a Battlefield" went on to sell over a million records.
Meaning Behind the Lyrics
The themes in "Love Is a Battlefield" can be read as an exploration of the struggles and challenges inherent in romantic relationships. For many listeners, the imagery of love as a battlefield suggests that emotional conflicts and vulnerabilities are inevitable. The song resonates with those who have experienced the push and pull of love, highlighting both the intensity of passion and the pain that can come from it. It captures the resilience required to navigate these emotional challenges, making it a powerful anthem for anyone grappling with the complexities of love.
Did You Know?
- Patricia Mae Giraldo is an American singer and songwriter.
- In the US, she has two multi-platinum albums, five platinum albums, and 15 US Billboard top 40 singles, while in Canada she had eight straight platinum albums, and has sold over 36 million albums worldwide.
Music Details
These details come from the iTunes song listing used for the artwork and metadata match.
- Album/collection: Live from Earth
- Genre: Rock
- iTunes release date: September 12, 1983
- Track runtime: 5:25
- Listed artist: Pat Benatar
Video Snapshot
- Video title: Pat Benatar – Love Is A Battlefield (Official Music Video)
- YouTube channel: PatBenatarVEVO
- Video published: March 11, 2009
- Video runtime: 5 minutes, 18 seconds
- YouTube views when drafted: 135,901,647
- YouTube likes when drafted: 884,841
- YouTube comments when drafted: 34,785
Quick Facts
- Artist: PAT BENETAR
- Song: LOVE IS A BATTLEFIELD
- Album/collection: Live from Earth
- Genre: Rock
- Reference page: Love Is a Battlefield
