Frankie Goes To Hollywood - The Power Of Love Online

Some interpretations suggest the lyrics reflect "limitless, almost forbidden love," possibly nodding to the societal taboos surrounding homosexuality at the time of its release. Visuals & Iconography

Lead singer Holly Johnson described the track as having a "biblical aspect" and felt it was the record that would "save" him. The lyrics explore love as a "force from above" that purges the soul and protects from darkness. Frankie Goes To Hollywood - The Power Of Love

Despite its solemn tone, the lyrics include playful references like "The Hooded Claw" (the villain from The Perils of Penelope Pitstop ) and the Human Torch’s catchphrase, "Flame on!". Despite its solemn tone, the lyrics include playful

Directed by Godley & Creme , the music video depicts the Nativity story. Initially, the band did not appear in it, but they were later superimposed into the frame following pressure from broadcasters. The single's cover art features a reproduction of

The single's cover art features a reproduction of Titian's Assumption of the Virgin , a 16th-century masterpiece located in Venice.

An early version of the video featured stock footage of Princess Diana as a tribute to her "embodying love," but this was withdrawn due to broadcaster nervousness and replaced with performance footage. The Power of Love (Frankie Goes to Hollywood song)