The Alabama Love in the First Degree song was t was released in October 1981 as the third single from the band’s album “Feels So Right”. This song became the group’s fifth straight No. 1 single on the Billboard magazine Hot Country Singles chart starting December 26, 1981.
Watch the live performance video, the audio video, and see the written lyrics below.
Alabama Love in the First Degree Music Video
Alabama Love in the First Degree Audio Video
This song as written by Jim Hurt and Tim DuBois.
Alabama Love in the First Degree Lyrics
I once thought of love as a prison
A place I didn’t want to be
But long ago I made a decision
To be footloose and fancy free
But you came and I was so tempted
To gamble on love just one time
I never thought that I would get caught
It seemed like a perfect crime
Baby, you left me defenseless
I’ve only got one plea
Lock me away inside of your love
And throw away the key
I’m guilty of love in the first degree
I thought it would be so simple
Like a thousand times before
I take what I wanted and just walk away
But I never made it to the door
Now babe I’m not begging for mercy
Go ahead and throw the book at me
If loving you’s a crime
I know that I’m as guilty as a man can be
Baby, you left me defenseless
I’ve only got one plea
Lock me away inside of your love
And throw away the key
I’m guilty of love in the first degree
(Love in the first degree) Oh yeah, oh yeah
Baby, you left me defenseless
I’ve only got one plea
Lock me away inside of your love
And throw away the key
I’m guilty of love in the first degree
Love in the first degree oh yea
Love in the first degree
Love in the first degree oh yea
Love in the first degree
Love in the first degree
Alabama’s “Love in the First Degree” remains a cherished classic in the country music landscape. Its captivating lyrics, memorable melody, and evocative storytelling continue to resonate with fans old and new. Remember to “share” the Alabama Love in the First Degree song with other Country Music fans.
