Why Can't This Be Love

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"Why Can't This Be Love" peaked at #1 on the U.S. Billboard Top Rock Tracks Chart in the Spring of 1986. "Why Can't This Be Love" is a song by Van Halen, off the album 5150, the band's first with lead singer Sammy Hagar, who had replaced founding member David Lee Roth in late 1985. It was the initial single from that album, released in March 1986. It was released on both 7" and 12" single formats, the 12" single featuring an extended version of the song. The song, driven by bouncy lead keyboard work from Eddie Van Halen performed on … read more
"Why Can't This Be Love" peaked at #1 on the U.S. Billboard Top Rock Tracks Chart in the Spring of 1986. "Why Can't This Be … read more
"Why Can't This Be Love" peaked at #1 on the U.S. Billboard Top Rock Tracks Chart in the Spring of 1986. "Why Can't This Be Love" is a song by Van Halen, of… read more

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Van Halen was an American rock band formed in Pasadena, California, in 1972. Credited with "restoring to the forefront of the music scene", Van Halen was known for its energetic live shows and for the virtuosity of its lead guitarist, Eddie Van Halen. The band was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2007. From 1974 until 1985, Van Halen consisted of Eddie Van Halen; Eddie's brother, drummer Alex Van Halen; vocalist David Lee Roth; and bassist/vocalist Michael Anthony. Upon its release in 1978, the band's self-titled debut album reached No. 1… read more
Van Halen was an American rock band formed in Pasadena, California, in 1972. Credited with "restoring to the forefront of the music scene", Van Halen was known for its e… read more
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