In 1958, Ben Nelson joined a doo wop group, The Five Crowns. Later that same year, The Drifters' manager fired the members of the group and replaced them with The Five Crowns, who had performed several engagements with The Drifters. He co-wrote the first hit by the new version of The Drifters, "There Goes My Baby" (1959). He also sang lead, using his birth name, on "Save the Last Dance for Me," a song written by Doc Pomus and Mort Shuman, "Dance With Me," "This Magic Moment," "I Count the Tears," and other The Drifters hits.
In 1960 he left the group after failing to gain a salary increase and a fairer share of the group's royalties. At this point he assumed the more memorable stage name Ben E. King in preparation for a solo career. Remaining on Atlantic, King scored his first solo hit with the stylish, Latin-tinged ballad "Spanish Harlem" (1961). "Stand by Me" was his next recording. "Stand by Me", written by King along with Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller was voted one of the Songs of the Century by the Recording Industry Association of America. "Stand by Me" and "Spanish Harlem" were named as two of The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's 500 Songs that Shaped Rock and Roll and were both also given a Grammy Hall of Fame Award.
King's records continued to place well on the pop charts until 1963, when British pop bands began to dominate the popular music scene. His hits after 1963 were "What is Soul?" (1967), "Supernatural Thing, part 1" (1975), and the re-issue in 1986 of "Stand by Me" following the song's use as the theme music to the movie of the same name.
This Magic Moment
Ben E. King Lyrics
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Was like any other until I kissed you
And then it happened, it took me by surprise
I knew that you felt it too, by the look in your eyes
Sweeter than wine
Softer than the summer night
Everything I want, I have
This magic moment while your lips are close to mine
Will last forever, forever 'till the end of time
(Magic, magic) oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
(Magic, magic) oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
(Magic, magic) uh-uh-uh-uh-uh
Sweeter than wine
Softer than the summer night
Everything I want, I have
Whenever I hold you tight
This magic moment while your lips are close to mine
Will last forever, forever 'till the end of time
(Magic, magic) whoa-oh-oh-oh-oh
Magic moment (magic, magic)
Magic moment (magic, magic)
Magic moment (magic, magic)
The song "This Magic Moment" is a classic love song that is all about the moment a kiss changes everything between two people. The idea is that there are certain moments in life that are truly magical, and this is one of those moments. The first two lines describe the situation before the kiss: it was like any other moment. But, once the two people kiss, everything changes. The magic of the moment takes the singer by surprise, but they can tell by the look in their partner's eyes that they are feeling the same way. The chorus describes how everything is sweeter than wine and softer than a summer night whenever he holds his partner tightly, and how this magic moment will last forever until the end of time.
The song is all about the beauty of a single instant, and how that moment can be remembered and cherished forever. It captures the essence of the feeling of being in love, with its ups and downs, and the joy and comfort of being with someone you truly care about. Overall, the song is a beautiful ode to the magic of love and the magic of life.
Line by Line Meaning
This magic moment, so different and so new
This moment is unique and special, unlike anything before.
Was like any other until I kissed you
Before I kissed you, this moment was just another moment like any other.
And then it happened, it took me by surprise
Something extraordinary occurred without warning and caught me off guard.
I knew that you felt it too, by the look in your eyes
I could sense that you were having the same experience from the way you looked at me.
Sweeter than wine
This moment is even more delightful than the finest wine.
Softer than the summer night
This moment is gentle and peaceful, like a warm summer evening.
Everything I want, I have
In this moment, all my desires are fulfilled.
Whenever I hold you tight
The moment I embrace you, everything is perfect.
This magic moment while your lips are close to mine
This enchanting experience of having our lips close together is extraordinary.
Will last forever, forever 'till the end of time
This special moment will stay with me eternally, beyond the limits of time.
(Magic, magic) oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
This moment is magical, truly one-of-a-kind.
(Magic, magic) oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
The magic of this moment is so powerful, it's hard to describe.
(Magic, magic) uh-uh-uh-uh-uh
The magic of this moment is undeniable.
Magic moment (magic, magic)
This is a truly magical moment that I will cherish forever.
Magic moment (magic, magic)
I will never forget this enchanting experience.
Magic moment (magic, magic)
This moment is something truly special and unique.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jerome Pomus, Mortimer Shuman
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@sabrinafossati5181
Magic, magic, magic, magic
This magic moment, so different and so new
Was like any other until I kissed you
And then it happened, it took me by surprise
I knew that you felt it too, by the look in your eyes
Sweeter than wine
Softer than the summer night
Everything I want, I have
Whenever I hold you tight
This magic moment while your lips are close to mine
Will last forever, forever till the end of time
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh (magic, magic, magic, magic)
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh (magic, magic, magic, magic)
Uh-uh-uh-uh-uh (magic, magic, magic, magic)
Sweeter than wine
Softer than the summer night
Everything I want, I have
Whenever I hold you tight
This magic moment while your lips are close to mine
Will last forever, forever till the end of time
Whoa-oh-oh-oh-oh (magic, magic, magic, magic)
Uh-uh-uh-uh-uh (magic, magic, magic, magic)
Magic moment (magic, magic, magic, magic)
Uh-uh-uh-uh-uh (magic, magic, magic, magic)
Magic moment
@JesseLamb-bo3tt
What an absolute classic if your here in 2024 then your a legend
@rchristi761
As are you☺️🤗💕
@Linda-qr2zs
Love this song
@mr.zagzagata5889
I have been with my wife Helen for 50 years ,
And I love her more today and I will love her more tomorrow ,
The lord made this world so beautiful , And it
is so hard to let go , It makes me feel good when someone
reads what I write and gives me a like , God Bless the people at Youtube .
@lauraluthor2
So sweet!!! 💕
@annabellademus9719
WHAT A GREAT GIFT IT IS TO BE MARRIED TO YOUR SOULMATE, GOD BLESS THE BOTH OF YOU.
@KelahCash
Shalom Aleichem, brother 💕
@BLUEBELL258
You are so very lucky to be with the person you love.
@sammilyn8685
“Sweeter than wine..
Softer than the summer night.
EVERYTHING I WANT I HAVE,
whenever I hold you tight.”
Instant chills. Every. Single. Time.
@tamaraamaterasu39
Yes!!!