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Introduction
“Hello Love” is one of those songs that wraps around you like a warm blanket on a chilly evening. Released by the husband-and-wife duo Joey+Rory (Joey Feek and Rory Feek) on their 2010 album “Album Number Two,” this track breathes new life into a country classic originally made famous by Hank Snow in 1974.
What makes Joey+Rory’s rendition so special is the genuine connection you can hear between them. Joey’s crystal-clear vocals carry a sweetness that’s both powerful and vulnerable, while Rory’s harmonies complement her perfectly—like two voices that were always meant to find each other. There’s something profoundly moving about hearing a real-life couple sing about love; you’re not just hearing performers, you’re witnessing their story.
The song itself is deceptively simple—a greeting to love that has returned after heartbreak—but Joey+Rory infuse it with authenticity that only comes from people who’ve experienced life’s ups and downs together. Their traditional country approach, complete with steel guitar and fiddle, honors the genre’s roots while feeling completely fresh and sincere.
What’s particularly poignant about this recording is how it captures a moment in time for a duo whose journey would later include tremendous challenges. Joey’s battle with cancer and her passing in 2016 gives their music an added layer of meaning for fans. When you hear them sing together, you’re hearing a love that transcended both their music and eventually, life itself.
“Hello Love” showcases what Joey+Rory did best—creating music that feels like home, honest and unpretentious, yet beautifully crafted. It’s the kind of song that reminds us why country music at its best isn’t just about storytelling—it’s about truth-telling.
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Lyrics
Well look who’s coming through the door
I think we’ve met somewhere before
Hello love, hello love
Where in the world have you been so long
I missed you so since you’ve been gone
Hello love, hello love
Make yourself feel right at home
I hope you plan on staying long
Come in love, come in love
I must say I was sure surprised
You’re the last thing I expect to find
Hello love, hello love
I’ve heard it said time and again
You often go back where you’ve been
I really didn’t believe it was true
But I left the door unlocked for you
I’ll try to please you in every way
Assure you of a pleasant stay
This time love, this time love
I’ve been so blue since you’ve been gone
Now you’re back with me and nothing’s wrong
Hello love, hello love