The song showcases Cole's "street-savvy" depth and "Princess of Hip-Hop Soul" persona.
While at a nightclub in Malibu, she spotted an ex-boyfriend with a new girlfriend. She went home and wrote the lyrics so quickly that she was in the studio recording the track by 4:00 AM. Keyshia Cole - Love
Written in the key of , "Love" is recognized for its distinctive piano instrumental and iconic guitar riff. The song showcases Cole's "street-savvy" depth and "Princess
Cole wrote the song about a man she was "madly in love" with who did not reciprocate her feelings. He was well-off and preferred older, more established women, while Cole was still very young. Written in the key of , "Love" is
The song primarily uses F Major 7 , F minor 7 flat 5 , G minor 7 , and E diminished chords.