Context

This line was sung by Al Green in the song "Let's Stay Together," written by Al Green, Willie Mitchell, and Al Jackson Jr. from the album Let's Stay Together (1971).

"Let's Stay Together" is the ultimate 70s ode to eternal love, and has captured the imaginations of everyone from filmmakers like John Singleton, Kevin Smith, and Quentin Tarantino to divas like Tina Turners, and even President Barack Obama. It's a simple, gorgeous tune about staying together with your significant other through happy and sad times.

Even though he was only 26 when he co-wrote and sung "Let's Stay Together," Al Green showed a lot of wisdom in this soulful single. He understands that most romantic relationships are fleeting and that even good ones like his have trials and tribulations. But his relationship is different.

Basically, Al Green believes he can pull through this rough spot in his relationship the power of love. (Oh, wait that's another song) We've got to admire his perseverance.

Where you've heard it

If you haven't heard this played at the wedding or vow renewal ceremony of an older friend or family member, you've heard it on TV. This song has really done the Hollywood rounds, appearing in a variety of films and TV shows, from Pulp Fiction to Hellboy. It's also the linchpin of Ben and Leslie's relationship in Parks and Rec.

Additional Notable References:

• This Rolling Stone article breaks down the bitter irony of Taratino's use of the song in Pulp Fiction as the down on his luck boxer Butch (played by Bruce Willis) wants to run as far away as possible from mysterious briefcase owner and crime boss Marsellus Wallace.
• President Barack Obama took the stage and sang a few bars of "Let's Stay Together" at a 2012 campaign fundraiser at the legendary Apollo Theatre. Then, he geeked out over Al Green in front of the entire crowd.

Pretentious Factor

If you were to drop this quote at a dinner party, would you get an in-unison "awww" or would everyone roll their eyes and never invite you back? Here it is, on a scale of 1-10.

If you use this quote, you better mean it, because the lyrics of this song are basically a remixed version of traditional marriage vows.