SANTANA – THE GAME OF LOVE (FEAT. MICHELLE BRANCH)
SANTANA – THE GAME OF LOVE (FEAT. MICHELLE BRANCH) (2002)
Directed by: Paul Fedor
A vibrant fusion of Latin rock and pop, “The Game of Love” features Santana’s signature guitar work paired with Michelle Branch’s emotive vocals. Released on September 23, 2002, as the lead single from Santana’s album *Shaman*, the song explores the complexities of romantic relationships. The accompanying music video, directed by Paul Fedor, was filmed in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago and showcases Santana and Branch performing amidst couples expressing their love. The video includes cameo appearances by Wesley Snipes, Helen Hunt, and Jennifer Garner. The song achieved significant acclaim, peaking at number 5 on the Billboard Hot 100, topping the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart, and winning the Grammy Award for Best Pop Collaboration with Vocals in 2003.
