In 1978, five of his albums were on the best-selling charts simultaneously, a feat equaled only by Frank Sinatra, Michael Jackson, Bruce Springsteen and Johnny Mathis. He has recorded a string of Billboard hit singles and multi-platinum albums that have resulted in his being named Radio & Records number one Adult Contemporary artist and winning three straight American Music Awards for Favorite Pop/Rock Male Artist. Several well-known entertainers have given Manilow their "stamp of approval," including Sinatra, who was quoted in the 1970s regarding Manilow, "He's next." In 1988, Bob Dylan stopped Manilow at a party, hugged him and said, "Don't stop what you're doing, man. We're all inspired by you."
As well as producing and arranging albums for other artists, such as Bette Midler and Dionne Warwick, Manilow has written songs for musicals, films, and commercials. From February 2005 to December 30, 2009, he was the headliner at the Las Vegas Hilton, performing hundreds of shows before ending relationship with the hotel. From March 2010, he has headlined at the Paris Hotel in Las Vegas. He has sold more than 80 million records worldwide
One More Time
Barry Manilow Lyrics
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As we lie by the firelight
Let me hold you
'Til you have to go away
Don't let it end
Let me pretend you'll stay
One more thrill
One more moment
I can touch you tenderly
Can this be real?
Doesn't it feel like a fantasy?
When the night moves on
I'm afraid you'll be gone
With no reason or rhyme
So if I borrow
A bit of tomorrow
Is that such a crime?
Why can't we make believe
That the evening has just begun
Close your eyes to the rising sun
And hold me one more time
When the night moves on
I'm afraid you'll be gone
With no reason or rhyme
So if I borrow
A bit of tomorrow
Is that such a crime?
Why can't we make believe
That the evening has just begun
Close your eyes to the rising sun
And hold me one more time
The song "One More Time" by Barry Manilow is a nostalgic ballad about two individuals enjoying each other's company in the warmth and comfort of a fire. The lyrics depict the desperation of wanting to hold onto the moment and not wanting it to end. The singer sings about wanting to hold onto his love interest as if there will never be another moment with her. He begs her to stay awhile longer and to let him hold her because he knows that she will leave soon. The lyrics convey deep feelings of attachment and desire to hold onto love, even if just for a few more moments.
The lyrics paint vivid pictures of a bittersweet love that is ending. The singer is pleading with his love to stay, to hold him again for a moment longer. He's scared that the end is near and wants to slow it down for just a little longer. The song's haunting melody creates an atmosphere of longing and sadness that perfectly complements the lyrics. The lyrics are a reminder of how quickly time passes, and how love can be fleeting, so it's essential to cherish the moments you have.
Line by Line Meaning
One more time
Let's spend some more time together before we part ways.
As we lie by the firelight
While we enjoy the cozy atmosphere of being by the fire.
Let me hold you
Allow me to embrace you.
'Til you have to go away
Before you have to leave.
Don't let it end
I don't want this moment to come to an end.
Let me pretend you'll stay
Let me fantasize that you'll stay with me.
One more thrill
Let's experience one more exciting moment together.
While we're still in our solitude
As we continue to enjoy our alone time together.
One more moment
Give me one more moment to cherish with you.
I can touch you tenderly
I want to affectionately touch you.
Can this be real?
Is this moment actually happening?
Doesn't it feel like a fantasy?
It seems too good to be true.
When the night moves on
As the night progresses forward.
I'm afraid you'll be gone
I'm scared you'll leave.
With no reason or rhyme
Without any explanation.
So if I borrow
If I take inspiration from something.
A bit of tomorrow
A little bit of the future.
Is that such a crime?
Is it wrong for me to want that?
Why can't we make believe
Why can't we pretend?
That the evening has just begun
That our night has only just started.
Close your eyes to the rising sun
Ignore the fact that morning is approaching.
And hold me one more time
And stay in my arms for a little bit longer.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: FELDMAN, KELLY, MANILOW, SUSSMAN
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