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Introduction
Some songs feel like they’ve been plucked straight from the heart, and Joey + Rory’s “Teaching Me How to Love You” is one of those rare gems. Written with sincerity and depth, this song captures the essence of love that is tender, selfless, and constantly evolving. It’s more than just a tune—it’s a lesson, a story, and a celebration of how love grows through patience and understanding.
At its core, the song unfolds like a heartfelt conversation between two people deeply connected. Rory’s voice, rich and unhurried, pairs beautifully with Joey’s angelic tones, creating a harmony that feels both intimate and expansive. Together, they remind us that love isn’t about grand gestures but about learning to meet your partner where they are, every single day.
A Story of Vulnerability and Growth
“Teaching Me How to Love You” is as much about humility as it is about love. The lyrics reveal the vulnerability of someone who admits they don’t have all the answers but is willing to learn and grow for the sake of their partner. That message is one we can all relate to—whether we’re in a new relationship or have been with someone for decades. Love, after all, is a journey, not a destination.
The simplicity of the arrangement lets the emotion shine through. Acoustic guitar strings frame their voices with warmth, while the gentle rhythm mirrors the natural pace of love—sometimes slow, sometimes steady, always real.
Why It Resonates
This song stands out because it feels so personal. Joey + Rory didn’t just perform it; they lived it. Their real-life relationship was a testament to the kind of love they sang about—one full of devotion, faith, and the willingness to keep learning from one another. Listening to this song feels like being invited into their love story, where every note is an act of gratitude and every lyric is a promise.
A Legacy of Love
Joey’s passing in 2016 adds a poignant layer to the song, making it not only a celebration of love but also a reminder of its enduring power. It’s impossible to listen without feeling the weight of their shared journey and the lessons they left behind for all of us.
“Teaching Me How to Love You” is a masterclass in love’s quiet, transformative power. It’s a song that will make you reflect on your own relationships and perhaps even inspire you to love a little better, a little deeper.
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Lyrics
Her name was Sara Jean, it was a night like this
In front of the Dairy Queen, she gave him my first kiss
I was just ten years old so I never knew
She was teaching me hot to love you
After the high school dance in my old man’s car
Holding Caroline Ann I tried to go too far
When she said no I didn’t have a clue
She was teaching me how to love you
Every hand we hold
Every bridge we burn
Every story told
Is another lesson learned
A few years ago, I met Jill one night
And I loved her so but I didn’t treat her right
When she left me their with my heart broke in two
She was teaching me how to love you
Every hand we hold
Every bridge we burn
Every story told
Is another lesson learned
So if I should glance in your rear-view mirror
At every failed romance that brought you here
Honey, I can’t be hurt by what I see
They were teaching you how to love me
They were teaching you how to love me
The way you do
And that’s teaching me how to love you