The Deeper The Love

Zoo Freaks, get ready for some righteous vibes as we spin The Deeper The Love by Whitesnake from their 1989 album Slip Of The Tongue! This power ballad, written by frontman David Coverdale and guitarist Adrian Vandenberg, has a cool backstory. Coverdale shared in the 20th anniversary liner notes for Slip Of The Tongue that the chorus came to him years earlier at his friend Tony Z’s house. Later, Vandenberg added the verse chords, and Coverdale finished the lyrics in Tahiti, inspired by a sunrise over the Pacific. Talk about a cosmic connection! The song hit number 28 on the Billboard Hot 100 and climbed to number 4 on the Mainstream Rock Tracks chart, proving its groove with fans. The music video, directed by Marty Callner, features the band rocking a huge stage with Slip Of The Tongue album art everywhere, plus scenes with Coverdale’s then-wife, actress Tawny Kitaen, who also starred in their Here I Go Again and Is This Love videos. Fun fact: after the 1990 tour, this song was only performed acoustically, like on 1998’s Starkers in Tokyo album. How’s that for a mellow twist?

Let’s dive into how Whitesnake got their start. Formed in 1978 in Middlesbrough, England, the band was born from David Coverdale’s split with Deep Purple, where he’d been the lead singer since 1973. After Deep Purple disbanded in 1976, Coverdale released a solo album, White Snake, in 1977, which laid the groundwork for the band’s name. He then assembled a crew including guitarists Micky Moody and Bernie Marsden, bassist Neil Murray, and drummer Dave Dowle, kicking off Whitesnake as a blues-rock outfit. Their debut EP, Snakebite, dropped in 1978, hitting number 61 on the UK Singles Chart, and their first full album, Trouble, reached number 50 on the UK Albums Chart. By the early ’80s, albums like Ready an’ Willing and Come an’ Get It cracked the UK top ten, blending gritty blues with hard rock. When Coverdale set his sights on the U.S., Whitesnake signed with Geffen Records, and their 1984 album Slide It In broke into the U.S. top 40. The 1987 self-titled album, with hits like Here I Go Again and Is This Love, went eight-times platinum, cementing their global fame.

Stay connected with Whitesnake and their wild journey! Check out their official website at whitesnake.com for the latest news, tour dates, and merch. Follow them on Facebook, Instagram, and X for killer updates, behind-the-scenes pics, and fan love. Zoo Freaks can also join the vibe at fan-driven spots like the Whitesnake Fans Facebook group, where diehards share stories, rare pics, and tour memories. Another hot spot is Whitesnake Flesh & Blood, a fan site packed with discography details, news, and tributes to the band’s legacy. So, crank up The Deeper The Love, join the Whitesnake tribe online, and keep the Zoo Crew spirit alive!