About The Song
“Is This Love” is a song by British rock band Whitesnake, released in 1987 as the second single from their self-titled album. The song was a hit for Whitesnake, reaching number nine in the UK Singles Chart and number two on the US Billboard Hot 100 singles chart, making it their second-biggest US hit after “Here I Go Again”. The song is about falling in love and finding the person you want to spend the rest of your life with. The song was written by Whitesnake’s frontman David Coverdale and guitarist John Sykes. “Is This Love” represents a shift in Whitesnake’s musical direction, showcasing their ability to create heartfelt ballads alongside their hard rock anthems. It helped diversify their sound and highlighted their versatility as a band, solidifying their place in both arenas.