River Deep, Mountain High

Tina Turner's 'River Deep, Mountain High' is a powerful expression of love's intensity and the enduring nature of deep affection. The song begins with a nostalgic reflection on childhood and the simplicity of love during that time, symbolized by a rag doll, the only doll the singer ever owned. This metaphor sets the stage for a comparison to the singer's current love, which has grown and matured over time, much like the singer herself.

The chorus of the song uses the grandeur of nature to illustrate the magnitude of her feelings. The love she feels is as deep as a river and as high as a mountain, suggesting that it is both profound and unshakeable. These natural elements are often used in literature and music to convey vastness and power, which is exactly what the love described in this song embodies. The repetition of the question 'Do I love you?' followed by the emphatic 'my oh my' and the title phrase reinforces the certainty and the grand scale of her emotions.

The second verse draws a parallel between the loyalty of a childhood pet and the singer's commitment to her partner. This comparison emphasizes the innocence and purity of her love. The song continues to build on the theme of love's growth, likening it to the natural progression of the seasons, the joy of birds singing, and the eagerness of a schoolboy's affection for his pet. These simple yet powerful analogies serve to underscore the depth, strength, and innocence of the love she feels, making 'River Deep, Mountain High' an anthem of enduring and passionate love.