"Love and Affection" is a song by Joan Armatrading. Her fourth single, and her third for A&M Records, it was her first chart success. It reached number 10 in the UK Singles Chart in November 1976. One of her best-known recordings, it has been described as a "deceptively feisty ballad ... an instant classic."

What is the meaning of love and affection?

Definition. Love is a strong and deep affection. Affection is a gentle feeling of fondness, caring or liking.

Who is Joan Armatrading married to?

Singer-songwriter Joan Armatrading and her partner, artist Maggie Butler, are to have a civil partnership in May 2011. Armatrading began her music career in the 1970s and quickly gained a strong lesbian following with singles 'Drop the Pilot' and 'Love and Affection'.