As the son of a vicar, he had his first singing experiences in a church choir. He attended Ripon College, where he also sang non-professionally with a group called the Indigos, and graduated in 1962. He went on to earn a master's degree in Vocational Rehabilitation from the University of Iowa, and worked as a rehabilitation counselor in San Francisco before joining a small jazz club trio headed by George Duke and deciding that he would make professional singing his life in 1968
He appeared in such Los Angeles hot spots as Dino's, the Troubador and Bitter End West. Television exposure came from Mike Douglas, Merv Griffin and David Frost, while he expanded his nightclub appearances to include performing at the Improv between the acts of such rising-star comics as Bette Midler, Jimmie Walker, and John Belushi, among others.
He was spotted by Warner Bros. in 1975 and soon thereafter released his critically acclaimed debut album, We Got By, which catapulted him into international fame and garnered him a German Grammy Award. A second German Grammy would follow with the release of his second album, Glow.
One of Jarreau's most commercially and artistically successful albums is Breakin' Away (1981), which includes the hit song "We're in This Love Together." He wrote and performed the Grammy-nominated theme to the 1980s American television show Moonlighting. Among other things, he is well-known for his scat singing and the ability to perfectly imitate conventional guitar, bass and percussive instrumentation. He was also a featured vocalist on USA for Africa's "We are the World" and sang the line, "...and so we all must lend a helping hand."
He has toured and performed with such greats as Joe Sample, Kathleen Battle, Miles Davis, David Sanborn and Rick Braun. He also performed the role of the Teen Angel in a 1996 Broadway production of Grease. On March 6, 2001 he received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. His star is located at 7083 Hollywood Boulevard on the corner of Hollywood Boulevard and La Brea Avenue.
Day By Day
Al Jarreau Lyrics
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And day by day my love seems to grow
There isn't any end to my devotion
It's deeper dear by far than any ocean
I find that day by day you're making all my dreams come true
So come what may I want you to know
I'm yours alone, and I'm in love to stay
The lyrics to Al Jarreau & Shakatak's song Day By Day speak about a love that is growing deeper and stronger each passing day. The singer acknowledges how their love seems to have no limits, even comparing it to an ocean, which is one of the most profound and expansive natural wonders. The devotion expressed in the song is unwavering and unending, with the singer pledging their love in each passing moment.
The second verse speaks about how the love being shared is helping to make all the singer's dreams come true. The singer feels that with their lover by their side, they can face any challenge that comes their way. The pledge of loyalty is clear when the singer proclaims that they are the lover's alone, and their love is there to stay. The final line of the verse points to the idea that the love will keep growing stronger as the years go by, indicating a long and happy future for the couple.
Line by Line Meaning
Day by day I'm falling more in love with you
Every passing day, my love for you grows stronger and deeper.
And day by day my love seems to grow
Each day that passes, my love for you keeps on increasing.
There isn't any end to my devotion
I am devoted to you endlessly and without limits.
It's deeper dear by far than any ocean
My love for you is incredibly profound and infinite beyond measure.
I find that day by day you're making all my dreams come true
With each passing day, you keep fulfilling all my dreams and wishes.
So come what may I want you to know
No matter what happens, I want you to know that...
I'm yours alone, and I'm in love to stay
...I belong to you exclusively and I am deeply in love with you, forever.
As we go through the years day by day
Throughout all the years we spend together, I will continue to love you more each day.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: KERRI ANDERSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@denizardan
The 80s were our teenage years. a wonderful time. I wish I had experienced Abba when I was a teenager. They were a few years earlier. We experienced Pet Shop Boys, Depeche Mode, Erasure, Yazoo, Kim Wilde, Nena, Modern Talking, Sandra, Culture Club, Dead Or Alive, Phil Collins, Michael Jackson, Wham, Kool & The Gang, Pia Zadora, Stevie Wonder, Tina Turner and many others more ❤❤❤
@bradbronxzs2812
lucky you who were born in the 60-70s coz you can enjoy 80-90s music
@prof.luiz.hourneaux-biolo9318
Sou bem sortudo.
@marcanthonytorres8583
true
@denizardan
The 80s were our teenage years. a wonderful time. I wish I had experienced Abba when I was a teenager. They were a few years earlier. We experienced Pet Shop Boys, Depeche Mode, Erasure, Yazoo, Kim Wilde, Nena, Modern Talking, Sandra, Culture Club, Dead Or Alive, Phil Collins, Michael Jackson, Wham, Kool & The Gang, Pia Zadora, Stevie Wonder, Tina Turner and many others more ❤❤❤
@dark2light263
I wish more beautiful positive music was like this in 2023. The world would be a happier and better place.
@michalslepcik1931
Viva le 😉👍
UK Jazz&Funk Band SHAKATAK !
RIP Al Jarreau such wonderful Artist
One of my favourite tunes by Shakatak & Al Jareau❤
@mlh4711
its the only tune by Shakatak & Al Jarreau isn't it?
@michalslepcik1931
@@mlh4711 yes that's right from album City Rhythm ♥️
Even Shakatak did only one tune with Al Jarreau
It is precious 2Me
@tonypierson9044
Jill saward has a lovely voice complimented by the legend Al ❤love this tune even in 2023 😊