Book of Love (cover, sung oDDBall)

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Would you want this at your wedding? Let me know in comments below. I will read them.
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Peter Gabriel's cover of "The Book of Love" is a rendition of the song originally written by Stephin Merritt and performed by The Magnetic Fields. Gabriel's version was released in 2010 as part of the "Scratch My Back" album, where he covered songs by various artists.

In Gabriel's interpretation, he maintains the song's original structure and lyrics but adds his signature style with a more subdued and introspective arrangement. The cover features Gabriel's distinctive voice, accompanied by a simple piano melody and subtle orchestral elements, creating a contemplative and emotional atmosphere.

Gabriel's version of "The Book of Love" has been praised for its heartfelt delivery and the way it showcases his ability to reinterpret songs while staying true to their essence. The cover has been featured in various media, including the trailer for the 2012 film "The Fault in Our Stars."

Overall, Peter Gabriel's cover of "The Book of Love" is a beautiful and moving rendition that adds a new layer of depth to the already beloved song.
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Book of love
[Verse 1]
The book of love is long and boring
No one can lift the damn thing
It's full of charts and facts and figures
And instructions for dancing

[Chorus]
But I
I love it when you read to me
And you
You can read me anything

[Verse 2]
The book of love has music in it
In fact that's where music comes from
Some of it is just transcendental
Some of it is just really dumb

[Chorus]
But I
I love it when you sing to me
And you
You can sing me anything

[Verse 3]
The book of love is long and boring
And written very long ago
It's full of flowers and heart-shaped boxes
And things we're all too young to know

[Chorus]
But I
I love it when you give me things
And you
You ought to give me wedding rings

And I
I love it when you give me things
And you
You ought to give me wedding rings
You ought to give me wedding rings

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