The group is comprised of Tony Borowiak, Jamie Jones, Delious Kennedy, and Alfred Nevarez. All of them were from the Mojave, California City, and Hesperia areas of California. As stated before, they are best known for "I Swear", which was also nominated for Song Of The Year at the Grammys (as was the single "I Can Love You Like That", another remake of a Montgomery country song, the following year). All-4-One almost became transatlantic chart toppers, blocked only by Wet Wet Wet's cover "Love Is All Around" (originally by The Troggs) for the soundtrack to the 1994 film 'Four Weddings and a Funeral' (that cover spent 15 weeks at number one in the U.K. Singles Chart).
Many people often mistake All-4-One songs for those done by Boyz II Men, another popular 90s R&B group. This is due to their very similar music style as well as the fact that both artists had the height of their popularity in around 1994 or so. At any rate, All-4-One achieved considerable airplay for years afterwards.
However, declining sales led to the group leaving the Atlantic Records label after the release of the album 'On and On' in 1999. Still, even the shift in labels did not help shore up the group's flagging popularity, as the follow-up album, 'A41', and its lead single "Not Ready 4 Goodbye" both failed to chart in the U.S. (although their next single, "Beautiful As You", was a minor Adult Contemporary hit). Their 2004 album, titled 'Split Personality', was given an Asia-only release.
All-4-One later signed a new record deal with the label Peak Concord. Their seventh album (and, to date, their latest), titled 'No Regrets', came out in September 2009. That release is perhaps best known for featuring the song "Key to Your Heart". As well, the group's iconic singles "I Swear" and "I Can Love You Like That" have continued to receive airplay and praise over the years.
Website: http://www.all-4-one.com/
I Swear
All-4-One Lyrics
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And I swear like the shadow that's by your side
I see the questions in your eyes
I know what's weighing on your mind
You can be sure I know my part
'Cause I stand beside you through the years
You'll only cry those happy tears
And I swear by the moon and the stars in the skies
I'll be there
I swear like the shadow that's by your side
I'll be there
For better or worse, 'til death do us part
I'll love you with every beat of my heart
And I swear
Ooh
I'll give you everything I can
I'll build your dreams with these two hands
We'll hang some memories on the walls
And when (and when)
Just the two of us are there
You won't have to ask if I still care
'Cause as the time turns the page, my love won't age at all
And I swear (I swear)
By the moon and the stars in the skies
I'll be there (I'll be there)
I swear (and I swear)
Like the shadow that's by your side
I'll be there (I'll be there)
For better or worse 'til death do us part
I'll love you with every beat of my heart (beat of my heart)
And I swear (oh yeah)
I swear (I swear)
By the moon and the stars in the sky
I'll be there (I'll be there)
(I swear) I swear like the shadow that's by your side
I'll be there (I'll be there)
For better or worse (better or worse)
'Til death do us part (I know)
(I'll love you with) every single beat of my heart
(I swear) I swear (I swear)
Oh, oh, I swear
The lyrics to All-4-One's "I Swear" speaks to a promise of love and loyalty in a relationship. The singer is reassuring their significant other that they will always stand by their side and support them through any hardships that may come their way. They vow to be a constant presence in their life, likening themselves to the moon and stars in the sky, as well as the shadow that follows them.
The singer also acknowledges the doubts that their partner may have and affirms that they know what's on their mind. They promise to never intentionally hurt their significant other and to always be there for them in times of happiness and sadness. The lyrics mention building dreams together and creating memories, suggesting a commitment to growing together as a couple.
The chorus repeats the promises made in the first verse, emphasizing the promise to love and stand by their partner through thick and thin until death separates them. The song concludes with the singer's final promise to love their significant other with every beat of their heart.
Overall, "I Swear" captures the essence of a committed and everlasting love, promising devotion, loyalty, and support through all of life's ups and downs.
Line by Line Meaning
I swear by the moon and the stars in the skies
I promise with all that I am, the most powerful symbols in the heavens will bear witness to me keeping my word.
And I swear like the shadow that's by your side
I promise, like a constant and unwavering shadow, to always be there for you.
I see the questions in your eyes
I recognize the doubts and uncertainties in your gaze.
I know what's weighing on your mind
I understand what is causing you concern and stress.
You can be sure I know my part
You can trust that I will fulfill my role in this relationship.
'Cause I stand beside you through the years
Because I will remain by your side, unwavering and supportive, as the years go by.
You'll only cry those happy tears
I will do everything in my power to ensure that only tears of joy will ever dampen your cheeks.
And though I make mistakes, I'll never break your heart
I am human and imperfect, but I will never hurt you or betray your trust.
For better or worse, 'til death do us part
No matter what, until one of us dies, I am committed to this partnership, through the good times and the bad.
I'll love you with every beat of my heart
My love for you is all-consuming, filling every fiber of my being.
I'll give you everything I can
I will dedicate myself fully to you, providing everything in my power to make our dreams come true.
I'll build your dreams with these two hands
I will work tirelessly to make your aspirations a reality, using nothing but my own two hands.
We'll hang some memories on the walls
We will create moments so special and meaningful that we will want to display them on the walls of our home.
And when (and when)
At times when it is just the two of us,
Just the two of us are there
When no one else is around but us,
You won't have to ask if I still care
You will never need to question my love or loyalty.
'Cause as the time turns the page, my love won't age at all
As the years pass and we grow older, my love for you will never wane or weaken. It will remain as strong as ever.
I'll be there (I'll be there)
I vow to always be there for you, supporting and loving you.
For better or worse 'til death do us part (I know)
I am fully aware of the gravity of my promise, to remain with you through life's ups and downs until the very end.
(I'll love you with) every single beat of my heart
Every beat of my heart, filled with love for you, is yours to keep and cherish.
Lyrics © THE MUSIC GOES ROUND, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Gary Baker, Frank Myers
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@kathyy4445
Lyrics:
I swear
By the moon and the stars in the skies
And I swear
Like the shadow that's by your side
I see the questions in your eyes
I know what's weighing on your mind
You can be sure I know my part
'Cause I
Stand beside you through the years
You'll only cry those happy tears
And though I make mistakes
I'll never break your heart
And I swear
By the moon and the stars in the skies
I'll be there
I swear
Like the shadow that's by your side
I'll be there
For better or worse
'Til death do us part
I'll love you with every beat of my heart
And I swear
Ooh
I'll give you every thing I can
I'll build your dreams with these two hands
We'll hang some memories on the walls
And when (and when)
Just the two of us are there
You won't have to ask if I still care
'Cause as the time turns the page
My love won't age at all
And I swear (I swear)
By the moon and the stars in the skies
I'll be there (I'll be there)
I swear (and I swear)
Like the shadow that's by your side
I'll be there (I'll be there)
For better or worse
'Til death do us part
I'll love you with every beat of my heart (beat of my heart)
And I swear (oh, yeah)
I swear (I swear)
By the moon and the stars in the skies
I'll be there (I'll be there)
I swear
Like the shadow that's by your side
I'll be there (I'll be there)
For better or worse (better or worse)
'Til death do us part (oh, no)
I'll love you with every beat of my heart (every single beat of my heart)
And I swear
I swear
Oh, oh-whoa, oh-oh I swear
@Ejay_011
I see the questions in your eyes
I know what's weighing on your mind
But you can be sure I know my part
'Cause I'll stand beside you through the years
You'll only cry those happy tears
And though I'll make mistakes
I'll never break your heart
I swear
By the moon and stars in the sky
I'll be there
I swear
Like the shadow that's by your side
I'll be there
For better or worse
'Til death do us part
I'll love you with every beat of my heart
I swear
I'll give you everything I can
I'll build your dreams with these two hands
We'll hang some memories on the wall
And when there's silver in your hair
You won't have to ask if I still care
'Cause as time turns the page
My love won't age at all
I swear
By the moon and stars in the sky
I'll be there
I swear
Like the shadow that's by your side
I'll be there
For better or worse
'Til death do us part
I'll love you with every beat of my heart
I swear
I swear
By the moon and stars in the sky
I'll be there
I swear
Like the shadow that's by your side
I'll be there
For better or worse
'Til death do us part
I'll love you with every beat of my heart
I swear
I swear
@Seyonra
LYRICS:
I see the questions in your eyes
I know what's weighing on your mind
You can be sure I know my heart
'Cause I'll stand beside you through the years
You'll only cry those happy tears
And though I make mistakes
I'll never break your heart
And I swear by the moon and the stars in the sky
I'll be there
I swear like a shadow that's by your side
I'll be there
For better or worse, till death do us part
I'll love you with every beat of my heart
And I swear
I'll give you every thing I can
I'll build your dreams with these two hands
We'll hang some memories on the walls
And when just the two of us are there
You won't have to ask if I still care
Cause as the time turns the page, my love won't age at all
And I swear by the moon and the stars in the sky (I'll be there)
I swear (and I swear) like the shadow that's by your side
I'll be there (I'll be there)
For better or worse, till death do us part
I'll love you with every beat of my heart
And I swear
I swear (I swear) by the moon and stars in the sky
I'll be there
I swear like the shadow that's by your side
I'll be there
For better or worse, till death do us part
I'll love you with every (single) beat of my heart
I swear, I swear, oh, I, swear
@ccanddb828
Even in 2023, this is still 1 of my favorite songs. Classics like this never get old.
@jonahjambandi4874
They sure never gets old honestly
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@me124
Those voices are amazing together, wish they had more top hits 🥲
@aurorasitepu709
When I hear this song, I feel calm😊
@user-cp3tw6sm5q
This will always be a classic song to listen to. Nobody else can sing this song like this group.
@agatak4096
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