Neville charted again, in 1989, when he collaborated with Linda Ronstadt on three consecutive duets: Don't Know Much, All My Life, and When Something Is Wrong with My Baby, the first two reached Number One on the Adult Contemporary charts. Neville has released more than 20 singles, including three Number Ones on the Adult Contemporary format, and a fourth on the R&B format.
His other hits have included Everybody Plays the Fool, his successful 1991 cover of the 1972 Main Ingredient song, that reached #8 on the Hot 100; Don't Take Away My Heaven, Hercules and Can't Stop My Heart From Loving You (The Rain Song). Neville's biggest solo successes have been on the Adult Contemporary chart, where "Don't Know Much," "All My Life," and "Everybody Plays the Fool" all reached Number One.
Aaron signed to SonyBMG's new Burgundy Records label in late 2005 and recorded an album of songs by Otis Redding, Marvin Gaye, Curtis Mayfield, Sam Cooke and others for Bring It On Home...The Soul Classics, released on September 19, 2006. The album, produced by Stewart Levine, features collaborations between Neville and Chaka Khan, Mavis Staples, Chris Botti, David Sanborn, Art Neville, and others. The album's first single was a remake of The Impressions' 1963 classic It's All Right.
On October 27, 2006, Neville made a guest appearance on an episode of the soap opera The Young and the Restless. He sang Stand By Me" and Ain't No Sunshine, from his album, Bring It on Home … The Soul Classics. In 2008 he released Gold, which includes a double album of his hits.
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Betcha By Golly Wow
Aaron Neville Lyrics
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Candyland appears each time you smile
Never thought that fairy tales come true
But they come true, when I'm near you
You're a genie in disguise
Full of wonder and surprise, and
You're the one that I've been waiting for, forever
And ever will my love for you keep growing strong
Keep growing strong
If I could, I'd catch a falling star
To shine on you So I'll know where you are
All the rainbows in your favorite shades
To show I love you, thinking of you
Write your name across the sky
Anything you ask, I'll try
'Cause betcha by golly, wow
You're the one that I've been waiting for, forever
And ever will my love for you, keep growing strong
Keep growing strong
Betcha by golly, wow
You're the one that I've been waiting for, forever
And ever will my love for you, keep growing strong
Keep growing strong
Betcha by golly, wow
You're the one that I've been waiting for, forever
And ever will my love for you, keep growing strong
Keep growing strong
Betcha by golly, wow
You're the one that I've been waiting for, forever
And ever will my love for you, keep growing strong
Keep growing strong
In Aaron Neville's "Betcha By Golly Wow," the singer is overwhelmed by the enchantment of the person they are addressing. The lyrics describe a love so powerful that it feels fantastical, as if their presence alone brings the magic of Candyland to life. The singer professes that they never believed in fairy tales before this person, but their very existence has made them believe.
The second verse continues with the theme of the person being a genie in disguise, full of wonder and surprise. The singer expresses their willingness to do anything for this person, including catching a falling star or painting rainbows in their favorite colors. The final line reinforces the depth of the singer's love by assuring the person that it will keep growing stronger over time.
Overall, this song is a classic example of a love ballad, with lyrics that highlight the overwhelming sense of awe and wonder that can come with falling in love.
Line by Line Meaning
There's a spark of magic in your eyes
The way you look at me is enchanting and makes me feel like there is something magical about you
Candyland appears each time you smile
Your smile is so sweet and delightful that it feels like you bring a magical land of candy and happiness into my life
Never thought that fairy tales come true
I used to think that happy endings and stories of true love were only in fairy tales and not real life
But they come true, when I'm near you
Being with you makes me feel like every fairy tale and dream of true love can actually come true and become a reality
You're a genie in disguise
You are like a magical genie who can make my wishes come true without even asking
Full of wonder and surprise, and
You are constantly surprising me with your magical ways and endless imagination
Betcha by golly, wow
I am absolutely amazed and in awe of you
You're the one that I've been waiting for, forever
You are the person I have been searching for my entire life, and I feel like I finally found you
And ever will my love for you keep growing strong
My love for you will always continue to grow and get stronger with time
If I could, I'd catch a falling star
I would do anything to make you happy, even something as impossible as catching a falling star
To shine on you So I'll know where you are
I want to make sure you are always happy and safe, and having a star shine on you would let me know where you are at all times
All the rainbows in your favorite shades
I want to shower you with all the beautiful colors of the rainbow, especially in your favorite colors
To show I love you, thinking of you
I want to show you how much I care about you and that I am always thinking of you
Write your name across the sky
I want to proclaim my endless love for you in the biggest and most visible way possible, by writing your name across the sky
Anything you ask, I'll try
I will do my best to grant any wish or request you may have, no matter how difficult or impossible it may seem
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Linda Creed, Thomas Bell
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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There's a spark of magic in your eyes
Candyland appears each time you smile
Never thought that fairy tales came true
But they come true when I'm near you
You're a genie in disguise
Full of wonder and surprise
And betcha by golly, wow
You're the one that I've been waiting for forever
And ever will my love for you keep growin' strong
Keep growin' strong
If I could I'd catch a falling star
To shine on you so I'll know where you are
Order rainbows in your favorite shade
To show I love you, thinking of you
Write your name across the sky
Anything you ask I'll try, `cause
Betcha by golly, wow
You're the one that I've been waiting for forever
And ever will my love for you keep growin' strong
Keep growin' strong
Betcha by golly, wow
You're the one that I've been waiting for forever
And ever will my love for you keep growin' strong
Keep growin' strong
Betcha by golly, wow
You're the one that I've been waiting for forever
And ever will my love for you
@dennafrank3042
🫶Such an Extraordinary and Talented Man. Beautiful Aaron. Never stop Singing.
@keithbperrin9633
This is incredible...I first heard this in 94/95 I think...captivated ever since...couldn't believe his version was so unique and melodic....just takes me on a trip
@mauriciosantos-qq9zn
RIP Thom Bell and thank you for the many wonderful songs written by you and Linda Creed...
@dennybish67
If anyone was born to cover this song it's Aaron Neville. Perfect.
@sandradias4754
Such a beautiful song ❤ You have the most greatest voice ❤️ So beautiful ,so unique a voice like no other ❤
@johnchase4408
Stylistics was original but THIS is the BEST version. Everyone covered this awesome song. Johnny Mathis, Dion Warwick, Prince, Hyman, and more. But Aaron sets it in stone.
@rowanenglish3891
Velvet smooth voice. Magnificent cover version. Harmony is second to none. Well done!!
@tininho213
prince did a good job also
@joematta7285
John, the Stylistics were not the original artists to sing this song........Connie Stevens. It was originally called "Keep Growing Strong". I worked for Bell Records
@VINCENTBALLER
@@rowanenglish3891 The harmonizing at 2:38 is what made this song but my props is to Russell Thompkins Jr. of the Stylistics because being a 70s child his was the first version I heard and have been stuck on it ever since.