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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For the Good Times
Aaron Neville Lyrics
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But life goes on and this old world will keep on turning
Let's just be glad we had some time to spend together
There's no need to watch the bridges that we're burning
Lay your head upon my pillow
Hold your warm and tender body close to mine
Hear the whisper of the raindrops
And make believe you love me one more time
For the good times
I'll get along, and you'll find another
And I'll be here if you should find you ever need me
Don't say a word about tomorrow or forever
There'll be time enough for sadness when you leave me
Lay your head upon my pillow
Hold your warm and tender body close to mine
Hear the whisper of the raindrops
Flowing soft against the window
And make believe you love me one more time
For the good times
For the good times
For the good times
The lyrics to Aaron Neville's song For the Good Times are a reflection of a breakup and the aftermath of it. Neville's voice is calming and soothing throughout the song, allowing the listener to feel the emotions being conveyed. The opening lines, "Don't look so sad, I know it's over" suggest that the singer is speaking to someone who is upset about the end of a relationship. However, the following lines "But life goes on and this old world will keep on turning / Let's just be glad we had some time to spend together" show that the singer wants to focus on the positive memories and the good times they shared rather than dwelling on the end of the relationship.
The chorus, "Lay your head upon my pillow / Hold your warm and tender body close to mine / Hear the whisper of the raindrops / Flowing soft against the window / And make believe you love me one more time / For the good times" is a poignant reminder of the intimacy and closeness the singer and his loved one shared. The imagery of the raindrops against the window and the comforting embrace of the pillow allude to the small moments of tenderness that exist within a relationship.
The final verses offer closure, with the sentiment that life will go on and that there will be other loves in the future, but that the singer will always be there for his former partner if they should ever need him. Overall, the lyrics to For the Good Times offer a bittersweet reminder of the beauty and pain that comes with love.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't look so sad, I know it's over
Don't feel too bad, I'm aware that our relationship has ended
But life goes on and this old world will keep on turning
Despite the end of our relationship, the world will continue its life cycle
Let's just be glad we had some time to spend together
We should appreciate the time we had together
There's no need to watch the bridges that we're burning
We don't have to worry about burning bridges and ruining our connection
Lay your head upon my pillow
Rest your head on my pillow
Hold your warm and tender body close to mine
Cuddle with me and be close to me
Hear the whisper of the raindrops
Listen carefully to the sound of the falling raindrops
Flowing soft against the window
Gently running down the windowpane
And make believe you love me one more time
Just pretend to love me for one more time
For the good times
As a tribute to the good times we had together
I'll get along, and you'll find another
I'll manage to move on, and you'll eventually find another partner
And I'll be here if you should find you ever need me
If you ever need me, I'll be available for you
Don't say a word about tomorrow or forever
Let's not talk about the future or forever
There'll be time enough for sadness when you leave me
We can be sad when you eventually leave me; we don't have to be sad now
For the good times
As a tribute to the good times we had together
For the good times
As a tribute to the good times we had together
For the good times
As a tribute to the good times we had together
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Spirit Music Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Kristoffer Kristofferson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@andersonbatista9713
Uma das vozes masculinas mais lindas do mundo
@eatonfamily4574
Aaron is an excellent singer. Love to hear him sing
@hidenseek424
i love the tone, the lyrics... ah man, so soothing. Aaron voice is soooo good
@ChicagoNeilcon
Priceless ! Arron is also awesome with the Ronstadt Duet "I don't know much" ! One of the best love ballads that the world has ever had had bestowed on it!
@kendrick6234
It's being 12 years since this comment... You okay mate?
@awms.145
Calming and captivating ❤️ This man doesn't get the credit he deserves for being such a great singer.
@germangirl197
Aaron Neville's beautiful voice brings tears to my eyes ...
@katydidmccarthy1278
His voice could melt an iceberg. Love this!
@gloriag1888
The unique, unforgettable beautiful sound of Aaron Neville 💕
@tzarinaelizabethsurigao2460
Your voice is so sweet, so calm, so talented. Love to keep on hearing your songs