Staton sang with the Jewell Gospel Trio and as teenagers, they toured the traditional gospel circuit in the 1950s with The Soul Stirrers, C. L. Franklin, and Mahalia Jackson. They recorded several sides for Nashbro, Apollo[disambiguation needed ], and Savoy Records between 1953 and 1963, before launching a solo career in 1968.
She had 16 R&B hits for Fame Studios and received Grammy nominations for cover versions of country standards. In 1975 she started working with disco producer Dave Crawford and had hits "Young Hearts Run Free" and "Victim". Also, The Mighty Majors ("You Can Never Go Back") was her backup band once on the road.
In 1982 she returned to gospel forming Beracah Ministries with her husband John Sussewell. In 1991 she had a top 10 UK hit as The Source featuring Candi Staton with dance track "You Got The Love".
In 2004 when Sex and the City ended its successful six-year run, the last song played on that show was "You Got the Love" with Sarah Jessica Parker walking down New York City streets and talking about the endless relationship with herself.
U Got The Love
CANDI STATON Lyrics
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I know I can count on you
Sometimes I feel like saying "Lord, I just don't care"
But you've got the love I need to see me through
Sometimes it seems that the going gets so rough
And things go wrong no matter what I do
Now and then it feels like life is just too much
When food is gone, you are my daily meal, ooh
When friends are gone I know my savior's love is real
Your love is real
You've got the love, you've got the love, you've got the love
You've got the love, you've got the love
Sometimes I feel like throwing my hands up in the air
I know I can count on you
Sometimes I feel like saying "Lord, I just don't care"
But you've got the love I need to see me through
Every once in a while I'll think "Lord I can't go on"
Every once in a while I get to feeling blue
Every once in a while it seems like I am all alone
But you got the love I need to see me through
Occasionally I cry out, "Lord, what must I do?"
Occasionally I cry out, "Master, make me new"
You've got the love I need to see me through
Well, ooh
Sometimes I feel like throwing my hands up in the air
I know I can count on you
Sometimes I feel like saying "Lord, I just don't care"
But you've got the love I need to see me through
You've got the love, hmm
You've got the love
Whatever I need
You've got it, yeah
Whatever I want, ooh
I'm never alone
You've got the love I need to see me through
You've got the love I need to see me through
You've got it, yeah
Sometimes I feel like throwing my hands up in the air
I know I can count on you
Sometimes I feel like saying "Lord, I just don't care"
You've got the love I need to see me through
Sometimes it seems that the going gets so rough
And things go wrong no matter what I do
Now and then it feels like life is just too much
But you've got the love I need to see me through
When food is gone you are my daily meal, ooh
When friends are gone I know my savior's love is real
Your love is real
The lyrics to "You Got The Love" by Candi Staton express the idea that sometimes we feel helpless and lost, but there is always love to help us through tough times. The song speaks to the power of love and how it can be the anchor we need when we feel like giving up.
The first verse sets the tone for the rest of the song by expressing the feeling of being at the end of one's rope. However, the second line shows that the singer knows that they can rely on the love of another person, perhaps a friend or a significant other, to help them through it. The chorus then repeats the idea that the love they have access to is enough to make everything feel better.
The second verse reflects on the fact that things don't always go as planned, and sometimes life can be too much to handle. But the singer reassures themselves that the love they have is enough to persevere. The third verse brings a religious element to the song, as the singer expresses their belief in a higher power and how that brings them comfort in times of need.
The song concludes with a repetition of the chorus and a final affirmation that the love they have is enough to get through anything.
Line by Line Meaning
Sometimes I feel like throwing my hands up in the air
At times, I feel helpless and frustrated.
I know I can count on you
I am confident that you will be there for me when I need you.
Sometimes I feel like saying "Lord, I just don't care"
Occasionally, I feel like giving up and losing hope.
But you've got the love I need to see me through
Your love provides the strength and support that I require.
Sometimes it seems that the going gets so rough
At times, life can be extremely challenging and difficult.
And things go wrong no matter what I do
Despite my best efforts, things can still go awry and turn out unfavorable.
Now and then it feels like life is just too much
Occasionally, life can feel overwhelming and unbearable.
When food is gone, you are my daily meal, ooh
When I am lacking basic necessities, I can rely on you to provide for me.
When friends are gone I know my savior's love is real
When I feel all alone and abandoned, I can find comfort in the love of my savior.
Your love is real
Your love is genuine and authentic.
You've got the love, you've got the love, you've got the love
Your love is unparalleled and unmatched.
Whatever I need / Whatever I want, ooh
You are able to provide me with whatever I may require or desire.
I'm never alone / You've got the love I need to see me through
I can always depend on you to be by my side and support me.
Occasionally I cry out, "Lord, what must I do?" / Occasionally I cry out, "Master, make me new"
At times, I feel lost and unsure of what to do or how to change, but I know that you can guide me and help me become a better version of myself.
Lyrics © Truelove Music
Written by: Anthony Stephens, Arnecia Harris, John Truelove
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