About the song
Air Supply, a duo renowned for their soaring harmonies and romantic ballads, delivered a timeless masterpiece with “Making Love Out Of Nothing At All.” Released in 1982, this track became an instant classic, captivating audiences with its poignant lyrics and lush orchestration.
The song’s introspective nature invites listeners into a world of emotional depth. It begins with a gentle piano melody that sets a contemplative tone, gradually building in intensity as the harmonies join in. The lyrics, penned by Australian singer-songwriter Graham Russell, explore the transformative power of love and the ability to create something beautiful out of seemingly nothing.
Russell’s poetic words evoke a sense of longing and yearning, painting vivid images of a love that transcends the ordinary. The lines “I’m never gonna close my eyes, and lose the sight of you” convey a deep-seated fear of losing the beloved, while the refrain, “Making love out of nothing at all,” suggests a belief in the extraordinary possibilities that love can offer.
Air Supply’s vocal harmonies, characterized by their rich timbre and emotional resonance, are a hallmark of their music. In “Making Love Out of Nothing at All,” the duo’s voices blend seamlessly, creating a sense of unity and emotional connection. The song’s arrangement, featuring lush strings and a driving rhythm, complements the heartfelt lyrics and adds to the overall emotional impact.
The enduring popularity of “Making Love Out of Nothing at All” can be attributed to its timeless themes and the emotional resonance it evokes in listeners. It remains a beloved classic, captivating audiences of all ages with its poignant beauty and universal message.
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Lyrics
I know just how to whisper
And I know just how to cry
I know just where to find the answers
And I know just how to lie
I know just how to fake it
And I know just how to scheme
I know just when to face the truth
And then I know just when to dream
And I know just where to touch you
And I know just what to prove
I know when to pull you closer
And I know when to let you loose
And I know the night is fading
And I know the time’s gonna fly
And I’m never gonna tell you everything I gotta tell you
But I know I gotta give it a try
And I know the roads to riches
And I know the ways to fame
I know all the rules and then I know how to break ’em
And I always know the name of the game
But I don’t know how to leave you
And I’ll never let you fall
And I don’t know how you do it
Making love out of nothing at all
Out of nothing at all
(Making love) Out of nothing at all
(Making love)
Out of nothing at all
(Making love) Out of nothing at all
(Making love) Out of nothing at all
(Making love) Out of nothing at all
Every time I see you all the rays of the sun are all
Streaming through the waves in your hair
And every star in the sky is taking aim at your eyes
Like a spotlight
The beating of my heart is a drum and it’s lost
And it’s looking for a rhythm like you
You can take the darkness from the pit of the night
And turn it to a beacon burning endlessly bright
I’ve gotta follow it ’cause everything I know
Well, it’s nothing ’til I give it to you
I can make the runner stumble
I can make the final block
I can make every tackle at the sound of the whistle
I can make all the stadiums rock
I can make tonight forever
Or I can make it disappear by the dawn
I can make you every promise that has ever been made
And I can make all your demons be gone
But I’m never gonna make it without you
Do you really wanna see me crawl
And I’m never gonna make it like you do
Making love out of nothing at all
Out of nothing at all
(Making love) Out of nothing at all
(Making love) Out of nothing at all
(Making love) Out of nothing at all
(Making love) Out of nothing at all
(Making love, love)
Out of nothing at all (making love)
Out of nothing at all (making love)
Out of nothing at all (making love, love)
Out of nothing at all (making love)
Out of nothing at all (making love)
Out of nothing at all (making love, love, love)
Out of nothing at all (making love)
Out of nothing at all (making love)
Out of nothing at all (making love, love, love)
Out of nothing at all (making love)
(Making love)
(Making love)
Out of nothing at all (making love)
Out of nothing at all (making love)
Out of nothing at all (making love, love, love)
(Making love)
(Making love)