In 1976, Chapman played with a rock and pop group called "Harmony" in Montgomery, Alabama, effectively replacing Tommy Shaw who had just left to join Styx. She played acoustic guitar and piano as well as providing vocals for the group in a locally-popular bowling alley bar called Kegler's Kove and has returned to play in the area on an infrequent basis ever since.
Chapman has had several popular songs on the Adult-Contemporary charts in the 1990's, such as "I Keep Coming Back To You", "Walk My Way", "The Moment You Were Mine" and "All I Have". In 1993, she sang a popular duet with Paul Carrack, "In The Time It Takes". In early 2010 Chapman's "Back To Love" album was #1 on the UK itunes country charts.
Co-songwriter of Faith Hill's hit song, "This Kiss", many other singers have interpreted her songs: Trisha Yearwood ("Down On My Knees"), Martina McBride ("Happy Girl"), Willie Nelson (“Nothing I Can Do About it Now”), Tanya Tucker (“Strong Enough to Bend”), Lorrie Morgan (“Five Minutes”), Mary Chapin Carpenter (“Almost Home”), Bette Midler ("The Color of Roses") and others.
Bonnie Raitt has sung background vocals on several songs, including "Shake My Soul".
Chapman's husband Ernest Chapman died of cancer in 1994. In 2000, Beth experienced her own battle with breast cancer. The song "Sand And Water" was written after Ernest's death; Elton John performed this song during his 1997 World Tour.
Discography
* Hearing It First (1980)
* Beth Nielsen Chapman (1990)
* You Hold the Key (1993)
* Sand and Water (1997)
* Greatest Hits (1999)
* Deeper Still (2002)
* Hymns (2004)
* Look (2005)
* Prism (2007)
All I Have
Beth Nielsen Chapman Lyrics
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And I'll believe that's true
Trusting you is easy
'cause I believe in you
There is nothing I would miss
As long as we're in love like this
[Chorus]
And it all comes down to you and me
How far away this world becomes
In the harbor of each others arms
I feel like I've known you forever and ever
Baby that's how close we are
Right here with you is where my life has come together
And where love has filled my heart
You know I'd go anywhere
As long as I have you to care
[Chorus]
Ooh-and with the love you bring
I never want for anything
I found what I've been searching for in you
[Chorus]
The lyrics of Beth Nielsen Chapman's song "All I Have" are a beautiful testament to the power of true love. The song speaks about the deep sense of trust and security that comes with being in a loving and committed relationship. The singer of the song emphasizes the ease of trusting her partner because she genuinely believes in him. She makes it clear that she wouldn't miss anything as long as they are in love like this, indicating that her love is truly unconditional. The chorus emphasizes that all she needs in her life is him and their love, and it doesn't matter how chaotic the world becomes as long as they have each other's love.
The second verse emphasizes how deeply connected the singer feels with her partner. She feels like she has known him forever and defines their relationship as the source of life and love. The verse also shows the singer's willingness to go anywhere as long as she has him by her side. This emphasizes the deep sense of loyalty and commitment she has towards her partner, highlighting that their love is the only thing that truly matters to her.
The song is a beautiful tribute to the power of true love. It emphasizes how love can ground and sustain us amidst the chaos of the world. It highlights the importance of finding someone who we can trust and rely on, and who truly brings us the happiness and fulfillment we seek.
Line by Line Meaning
You can say you love me
I can trust your words when you tell me you love me
And I'll believe that's true
I believe that your expressed feeling of love is genuine
Trusting you is easy
I have no difficulty in trusting you
'cause I believe in you
My faith in you allows me to trust you effortlessly
There is nothing I would miss
I don't miss a thing, as long as I have our love
As long as we're in love like this
Our love is the most important thing, as long as we have it
[Chorus]
The central theme of the song's message is summarized here
All I have is all I need
Everything I need in life is already with me
And it all comes down to you and me
We are what really matter in our world
How far away this world becomes
The rest of the world seems distant and insignificant
In the harbor of each others arms
As we hold each other tightly, our relationship offers refuge and safety
I feel like I've known you forever and ever
We share such a strong bond that it feels like we've been together for all eternity
Baby that's how close we are
The intimacy of our relationship is indescribable
Right here with you is where my life has come together
I am happy and fulfilled, having you in my life
And where love has filled my heart
You have poured love into my heart, and I am grateful
You know I'd go anywhere
I will follow you anywhere
As long as I have you to care
As long as you are by my side, I will care for you
[Chorus]
The central theme of the song's message is restated here
Ooh-and with the love you bring
The love you bring is so amazing
I never want for anything
You have provided everything that I need
I found what I've been searching for in you
You are the answer to my long search for true love
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DILIP BENJAMIN HARRIS, CARLEEN ANDERSON, MARK NELSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
evan rex
If this doesn't make you cry you have no soul. The voice of an angel.
Maureen Hopkins
I chose this for our wedding song. I wanted something that would make me cry! 😊🥰
Sandra Smith
I have always dedicated this song to my late husband, Dan. I played it for him when we first got together and it has always held meaning for him and I. God I miss him so much. Until we meet again my love.
Erin Kerker
Most perfect love song ever
Sandra Smith
@Erin Kerker It is...things are not important as long as you are with the one you love...
D. Julian
thts amazing to here. you are lucky to feel that. hold on to it. life is great.
Rudy Palma
I’m very sorry for your loss.
Sandra Smith
@Rudy Palma Thank you so much.
Bob Jones
I have looked HIGH and LOW for this song for YEARS!! I've always hummed it in my head...just couldn't place the correct title or artists!!! SOOOO glad I found this! One of THE most beautiful songs ever!! Thanks for posting!!
Erik Stone
I always called it "In the Harbor" Which is why I can never find it.