Introduction
“A Groovy Kind of Love” is a song performed by Phil Collins, originally released in 1988. This track, a cover of the 1965 hit by The Mindbenders, became one of Collins’ signature songs and a major success in his solo career. Featured on his But Seriously album, the song showcases Collins’ ability to reinterpret classic hits with his own distinctive style. His version of “A Groovy Kind of Love” became a worldwide hit, reaching the top of the charts in several countries, including the United States, where it peaked at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1988.
The song was originally written by Toni Wine and Carole Bayer Sager, but it was The Mindbenders’ version that made it famous in the 1960s. Collins’ cover, however, brings a softer, more romantic feel, with a more modern production and a signature blend of pop and soft rock. The song’s lyrics describe the joy and comfort that love can bring, with the narrator expressing that being in love makes everything feel right. Collins’ smooth vocals, combined with lush instrumentation and a tender arrangement, add a new dimension to the original while staying true to its heartfelt sentiments.
Phil Collins recorded the song in the late 1980s during a period of significant commercial success, following his solo hits like “In the Air Tonight” and his work with the band Genesis. The music video for “A Groovy Kind of Love” featured Collins performing the song with his classic emotional delivery, adding a visual element to the song’s warmth and intimacy.
The song remains a lasting favorite in Collins’ catalog and is often remembered as one of his most commercially successful solo hits, capturing a timeless message about the uplifting power of love.