FYI: Originally Alexander O'Neal was supposed to be the lead singer for The Time. For whatever reason Morris Day was used instead.
The 1985 self-titled release was filled with streamlined grooves, including the funk jam "Innocent". The song was a funky Jam/Lewis groove, featuring "The Secret"- (Monte Moir, Cherrelle, Jellybean Johnson, Jimmy Jam, and Terry Lewis). The song lasts for nearly 10 minutes, which consists of some exceptional guitar and keyboard solos, which also features the funk intermission of "Alex 9000". Alex's 1987 release, titled "Hearsay", includes the smash hit "Fake". "Fake" is arguably one of the best songs ever made to feature the "Minneapolis Funk" sound, the song was also nominated for a Soul Train Music Award for Single of the Year (Male). In late 1990, he had a minor hit with "All True Man."
His 1988 album "My Gift to You" was a successful holiday release, with the track "Our First Christmas" still popular during the holidays.
He has recently appeared in the celebrity duet show Just the Two of Us with BBC newsreader Fiona Bruce.
Alexander O'Neal's popularity and support in the UK has been immeasurable throughout his Career and still remains so today. Based in Minneapolis, he frequently commutes to Britain, which he sees as his 'Second Home'. All of his six albums have charted both in the UK and the US and he has enjoyed numerous sell-out tours. In 2005, he recorded his first live album "Alexander O'neal Live at Hammersmith Apollo". It's a collection of his Favorites and Biggest Hits from his career. With his personal love of performing on stage and constant tour support from his fans it was a clear progression for him to deliver the live experience in the form of an album. He has handpicked tracks that traverse the success of his career singing alongside a 12 piece band.
Alexander O'Neal releases his first Live DVD, taken from a performance at London's Hammersmith Apollo in March 2006 in January 2007.. It includes a duet with Uk Singer JC Bentley on Saturday Love.
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My Gift To You
Alexander O'Neal Lyrics
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Each other gifts, oh yeah, yeah
Most people never seem to think about the things
We really need oh, ho, oh who?
So I'm offering this wrapped present
Wrapped up in a package that you can get from someone
This package that they'll bring to you is my gift to you
We must not predict without giving up yourself you know
It's just not a gift, oh no
So how can you expect a gift from someone else unless you give
That's just the sign of a selfish man
So I'm offering my heart and soul
And every single part I have to give of myself
My love is what I bring to you is my gift to you
Oh, yeah, my gift, my gift, my gift to you
So I'm offering this wrapped present
Wrapped up in a package that you can get from someone, oh yeah
This package that they'll bring to you is my gift to you
Said, "It's my gift, yeah"
Gonna say it again, "My gift to you, yeah"
Do you hear what I'm talking about, baby?
My gift, my gift, my gift to you
Oh yeah, yeah, my gift to you
Said, "It's my gift"
Said, "It's my gift, my gift to you"
The lyrics to Alexander O'Neal's song "My Gift to You" is all about the true meaning of giving and the spirit of Christmas. The song reflects on how most people give gifts without putting enough thought in them; instead, the focus is often on giving for the sake of giving. This is why Alexander offers his heart and soul as a gift to his loved one; he believes that true gift-giving is not about being materialistic but about the act of generosity and putting oneself out there.
The lyrics highlight how we should not expect to receive something in return without first giving of ourselves. Alexander talks about how generosity is the sign of a selfless man and that giving should be done from the heart. He reminds listeners that the greatest gift we can give is our love and compassion, as it is something that we can all easily afford to give.
In essence, "My Gift to You" encourages us to take the time to think about what we are giving, and how it will benefit the receiver. With its soulful melody and lyrics, the song speaks to the emotional side of gift-giving and the importance of giving from the heart.
Line by Line Meaning
Christmas is the time we have picked to give
We have chosen Christmas as the special time to exchange gifts with each other.
Each other gifts, oh yeah, yeah
We give gifts to each other during this festive season, yes!
Most people never seem to think about the things
We really need oh, ho, oh who?
People generally don't gift what's necessary but rather superficial; what's the big deal, huh?
So I'm offering this wrapped present
I'm presenting a wrapped gift to you.
Wrapped up in a package that you can get from someone
It's gift-wrapped and can be obtained through someone else's delivery.
This package that they'll bring to you is my gift to you
This gift that they deliver to you is from me to you.
We must not predict without giving up yourself you know
One cannot expect to receive gifts without offering something in return.
It's just not a gift, oh no
Merely receiving a gift without reciprocity is not really a gift.
So how can you expect a gift from someone else unless you give
You can't expect to receive a gift from someone else unless you give them something first.
That's just the sign of a selfish man
Someone who expects to receive gifts without offering anything in return is a selfish person.
So I'm offering my heart and soul
I'm giving all of myself to you, offering everything that I am.
And every single part I have to give of myself
I'm giving everything I have, all of myself to you.
My love is what I bring to you is my gift to you
My gift to you is my love, which I bring wholeheartedly.
Oh, yeah, my gift, my gift, my gift to you
My gift to you, yes, oh yeah, my gift, my gift, my gift to you.
Said, "It's my gift, yeah"
I repeat, it's my gift to you.
Gonna say it again, "My gift to you, yeah"
Once more, I will say it's my gift to you.
Do you hear what I'm talking about, baby?
Do you understand the depth of my feelings, my love?
Said, "It's my gift"
I keep asserting that it's my gift to you.
Said, "It's my gift, my gift to you"
I maintain that it's my gift, my gift to you.
Lyrics ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: JAMES SAMUEL III HARRIS, JAMES HARRIS III, TERRY LEWIS
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