"What Is Love" is a song by Trinidadian-German Eurodance singer Haddaway from his debut album, The Album (1993) . The song was released in 1993 and quickly became a standard popular request. The songs meaning is subjective and unique to each individual. Haddaway himself has said that it has to do with trust, honesty, and dedication. The song has been covered and remixed several times over the years.