Love always finds its way into music. Throughout music history, there have been many couples making music together. Love often has a positive impact on music.
Married couples have played a large role in music. When two lovebirds get together, the song they sing is often quite blissful.
Alternative rock band Sonic Youth thrived during an in-band marriage. Founding members Kim Gordon and Thurston Moore were married for 27 years until their divorce in 2011. The band disbanded after the divorce. While the two were together, Sonic Youth broke new ground in the 1990s with its distinctive and influential sound.
Jack and Meg White of The White Stripes released only one album while married but achieved smash success after their divorce in 2001. Jack White even kept her last name after the divorce, (he took her last name in the marriage.) He also kept her last name after remarrying. It is worth noting that they told the public they were twins before clarifying they were a married couple.
Even when not married, some couples have put out some quality tracks.
Before marrying in 2008, Beyonce released “Crazy In Love” in 2003, featuring her future husband, Jay-Z. As a married couple, he was also featured on Beyonce’s 2013 track, “Drunk In Love.” “Crazy in Love” stands as a classic Beyonce track.
While the two were dating, Rihanna was a featured vocalist on Drake’s 2013 song “Take Care.” This is one of Drake’s most popular songs and was a radio hit upon release.
The power of love can even bring together two very different people. Since 2006, member of the rap group, Beastie Boys, Ad Rock has been to married to Kathleen Hanna. Kathleen Hanna is an activist and lead singer of a feminist punk band.
Music brings lovers together, and lovers can make sweet music together.