About the song
In the world of country music, there are few songs that can evoke the same sense of timeless love and devotion as Vince Gill’s “Look at Us.” Released in 1991 as the third single from his album Pocket Full of Gold, this poignant ballad quickly became a fan favorite and a staple on country radio stations across the United States.
Gill wrote “Look at Us” with Max D. Barnes, and the song’s intro is a standout. John Hughey’s iconic pedal steel guitar solo, known for its “crying steel” method of playing, sets the tone for the song’s emotional depth. Gill himself described the solo as “what makes that song recognizable by what happens before any words even get sung.”
“Look at Us” is a love song that speaks to the heart of anyone who has ever been in a committed relationship. The lyrics tell the story of a couple who has been through thick and thin, and their love has only grown stronger over time. The song’s message is that true love is worth fighting for, and that it can withstand any challenge.
The music video for “Look at Us” is also a beautiful and touching tribute to love and commitment. Directed by John Lloyd Miller, the video features several long-timed married couples who are still in love. The video includes footage of the couples dancing, laughing, and simply enjoying each other’s company. Gill’s ex-wife, Janis Oliver Gill, also appears in the video, which was filmed before their divorce in 1997.
“Look at Us” was a huge success for Gill, peaking at number 4 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart. The song has also been covered by several other artists, including John Prine and Deana Carter.
In addition to its commercial success, “Look at Us” has also become a beloved classic among country music fans. The song’s timeless message of love and devotion continues to resonate with listeners today, making it one of the most enduring love songs in country music history.
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Lyrics
Look at us
After all these years together
Look at us
After all that we’ve been through
Look at us
Still leaning on each other
If you wanna see how true love should be
Then just look at us
Look at you
Still pretty as a picture
Look at me
Still crazy over you
Look at us
Still believing in forever
If you wanna see how true love should be
Then just look at us
In a hundred years from now
I know without a doubt
They’ll all look back and wonder how
We made it all work out
Chances are we’ll go down in history
When they wanna see
How true love should be
They’ll just look at us
Chances are we’ll go down in history
When they wanna see
How true love should be
They’ll just look at us
When they wanna see
How true love should be
They’ll just look at us