Valentine pick: 10 all-time favourite love songs

In 1992, legendary soul and pop goddess Whitney Houston sang And I will always love you and made it an anthem for lovers, young and old around the world.

If you made a CD of love songs for your sweetie pie, which are the ones that would surely be on your list? We bring you the top 10 love songs ever put in music and lyrics. Plus, stories people tell us about their favourite love song.

1. Can't Help Falling In Love - Elvis Presley / UB40

The king of rock ‘n’ roll offers one his best musical works to lovebirds. And the reggae band UB40 gave it a refreshing twist. But no matter which version it is, you "can't help falling in love" with this classic. Whether it is wooing the girl you like, or trying to make up after a fight, this is the perfect choice. Don't believe us? Try it out.

2. Everything I Do, I Do It For You - Bryan Adams

Think Bryan Adams and this is the second song that comes to mind; the first, of course, being 18 till I die. This one's got all the ingredients of a classic love song mixed so perfectly, that it can even make the tough tear glands work overtime.

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3. Hello – Lionel Ritchie

Ritchie's soulful voice created magic for this song. Just don't take ideas from the video. It shows a lovesick Ritchie following a blind artist.

4. Pehla Nasha - Joh Jeeta Wohi Sikandar

This song will never grow old. Don’t be surprised at yourself if you find yourself reaching for the rewind button. This song is an excellent composition of Jatin Lalit that finds itself in the top slot among lovers.

5. Lady in red - Chris De Burgh

There is a reason why this 1986 love song climbed to the number one spot in 25 countries.

I've never seen you looking so lovely as you did tonight

I've never seen you shine so bright

I've never seen so many men ask you if you wanted to dance

They're looking for a little romance, given half a chance

... And when you turned to me and smiled, It took my breath away

I have never had such a feeling

Such a feeling of complete and utter love, as I do tonight

Words like these can make any girl go weak in the knees.

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6. My Heart Will Go On - Celine Dion

Even Celine Dion probably never imagined how her track My heart will go on, would "go on" and on and on. The tragic love story in the doomed ship Titanic just made this song even more loved.

Just one problem. Rather than a cuddle-up-to-your-sweetheart song, this is more of a tragic love song. Not a good idea to play if you are proposing!

7. Aankhon Ki Gustakhiyan - Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam

Can you ever forget this song? The sizzling chemistry between Salman Khan and Aishwarya Rai seems to overflow out of the screen. Think you can say a million words with your eyes? Try it with this song.

8. Always - Bon Jovi

All you rock ballad lovers in love, we're sure you know this one word to word.

Perfect setting to this song? On a long drive on the countryside. Jon Bon Jovi sure has magic in his voice in this song, but show her you can do better. Serenade her.

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9. Every breath you take - Sting

Every breath you take, every move you make ... I'll be watching you!

Listen to Sting's amazing voice and you'll be floored. Dedicate this to your sweetie, and he/she will be floored. There's just something about that intro of the song that has lovers all over the world go "sigh". This one's a classic, folks.

10. Baahon ke darmiyaan - Khamoshi

Remember when you held hands for the first time, when you touched for the first time, or when you kissed for the first time?

Hariharan's smooth voice and the beautiful lyrics of this song will bring memories flooding back to your mind. Planning to get cosy after your Valentine dinner? This is the perfect song to bring you into the mood.

PERSONAL EXPERIENCES --

• Elizabeth*, an airhostess remembers a cute moment with her then boyfriend, Russel. We started going around fresh out of high school, so everything mushy was on the cards for us. I remember we went for a house party to a common friend's place. Just after dinner when everyone was relaxing, Russel wanted a drink, so I went to get him one. He followed me. We were in the kitchen, all alone, and the song You're still the one, by Shania Twain started. And there, he asked me to dance with him. It was so romantic. He took my hand, and we slow danced to You're still the one. It is one of my most memorable experiences.
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• Journalist Poulomi Chakravarty also went weak in the knees, but to a different song. My then boyfriend, (now husband) Sushant and I were celebrating my birthday last year with my close friends. Soon we came to the part where I had to open my gifts. Sushant cued the song Chasing cars by Snow Patrol in the background as I opened the gifts one by one. Sushant's gift was this trendy bag filled with amazing chocolates. I was really happy because I love chocolates. In the bunch, I saw a specially wrapped pack. He told me it was special bitter chocolate. I wanted to leave it for later, but he told me to open it. When I opened it, there was a ring. Then he proposed. I was half screaming, half crying and half laughing. What a night it was! That's why Chasing carshas a huge significance in my life.
• Writer Kusum Bhandari has a memorable experience to share about this song. There was this guy who liked me a lot in college. He asked out but I refused because I knew things would not work out between us, even though I liked him too. (We were from different faiths) Want to express your love through songs? ( Click here ) pick songs, a nice card, write a message and send it. PAGE_BREAK This one time we went out in a big group for dinner. He was also there. After dinner, it was late and there was no one to drop me home. He volunteered. Although I feined being uncomfortable, inside I was very excited. It was winter in Pune and we were going by bike. So, it was cold, really COLD. And just to stop shivering, I held him close. The roads were deserted. Suddenly, he asked me, have you heard this song by Bon Jovi, Always? I said yes. "It's one of my favourite songs," he said. "Even mine," I said. And then, he started singing. Loudly. Almost shouting it out. In the most strangest way, it was so romantic. He sang the whole song as we were driving through the highway. He made sure with that act that I never forget him, because whenever I hear that song, always. RELATED STORIES Let the song do the talking this V-dayWhat women DON'T want this Valentine'sSeven priceless gifts of love!Want to express your love through songs? ( Click here ) pick songs, a nice card, write a message and send it.