Wilson's repertoire includes both jazz and blues standards and renditions of pop and rock songs. Her contralto voice has been described as bluesy and sultry, and the style of her music ranges from swing to funk to bossa nova. Many of the songs she covers are by artists who usually record in other genres.
Wilson counts the late Miles Davis as one of her greatest influences. In 1989 she performed as the opening act for Davis at the JVC Jazz Festival in Chicago. In 1999 she produced Traveling Miles as a tribute to Davis. The album developed from a series of jazz concerts that she performed at Lincoln Center in November 1997 in Davis's honor and includes three selections based on Davis's own compositions, in which Wilson adapted the original themes.
A Brief Discography
Point of View (1986, JMT)
Days Aweigh (1987, JMT)
Blue Skies (1988, JMT)
Jumpworld (1989, JMT)
She Who Weeps (1990, JMT)
Live (1991, JMT)
After the Beginning Again (1992, JMT)
Dance to the Drums Again (1992, DIW/Columbia)
Blue Light 'til Dawn (1993, Blue Note)
New Moon Daughter (1995, Blue Note)
Rendezvous (with Jacky Terrasson) (1998, Blue Note)
Traveling Miles (1999, Blue Note)
Belly of the Sun (2002, Blue Note)
Glamoured (2003, Blue Note)
Thunderbird (2006, Blue Note)
Loverly (2008, Blue Note)
Silver Pony (2010, Blue Note)
Another Country (2012, eOne)
Official website: www.cassandrawilson.com
Watch The Sunrise
Cassandra Wilson Lyrics
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Open your eyes
Fears be gone, it won't be long
There's a light in the sky
It's okay to look outside
The day it will abide
And watch the sunrise
We are one in it's hands
Come inside and light my room
Like the heart of every man
It's okay to look outside
The day it will abide
And watch the sunrise
The song "Watch The Sunrise" by Cassandra Wilson ft. John Legend is about hope, positivity and the beauty of a new day. The lyrics describe a feeling of renewal and reassurance, encouraging the listener to open their eyes and appreciate the light that shines on all of us. The song suggests that fear and worry can be overcome by focusing on the natural wonders of the world and finding comfort in the fact that we are all connected. The line "It's okay to look outside, The day it will abide, And watch the sunrise" inspires the listener to take a moment to stop, breathe and find peace in the present moment. The song's message is uplifting, encouraging and hopeful, reminding listeners to find beauty in the small things and appreciate the world around them.
Line by Line Meaning
I can feel it, now it's time
I sense a change in the air and the moment has come for action.
Open your eyes
Pay attention and observe the opportunities that have presented themselves.
Fears be gone, it won't be long
Conquer any anxieties because victory is on the horizon.
There's a light in the sky
The sun is rising and bringing a new day and possibilities with it.
It's okay to look outside
Don't be afraid to take in the world and appreciate its beauty.
The day it will abide
Today will carry on and continue, even if there are challenges.
And watch the sunrise
Take advantage of the start of a new day and all that it presents.
Sun, it shines on all of us
The sun is an equalizer and provides its light to everyone, regardless of any differences.
We are one in it's hands
As humans, we are all part of the larger picture and connected in some way.
Come inside and light my room
Bring the warmth and light of the sun into your heart and life.
Like the heart of every man
Similar to the sun, there is a universal spark in all people that connects us.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JOHN STEPHENS, LUKE ROBERT LAIRD, STEVEN DALE JONES
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@cherriedouglas8885
The cello in this piece ❤❤❤
@fernandocalle56
Very beautiful and touching song which represents to me a new beginning; a chance for a new day like the sunrise.
@phillismitchell8919
Beautiful song by 2 of my Fav Songstress & cronner.
Cassandra is beautiful inside & out. Voice is silky and SOULFUL. John is classic as Usual & Fine & around perfect. 😊🙏🏽❤🖤💚
@wilmaallen9872
What a beautiful 😍 seductive song 🎵😍
I long for this type of 💑 marriage relationship.....
@artistnettwork2
Sounds like John Legend ❤❤❤
@patriciaterrito1645
I am trying to find out what album of Cassandra Wilson that has Watch The Sunrise with Johnny Wilson? Her album Silver Pony has it with another artist and I want Johnny Legend.
@patriciaterrito1645
I meant Johnny Legend...sorry. I'm trying to find Cassandra Wilson's song WATCH THE SUNRISE. THE SONG ON THE ALBUM SILVER PONY IS with another artist.
@fertubado
@fernandocalle56 everiday is the first day of your new/old life
@danashby9597
Beautiful song, but J.L. should stay out of politics. I don't like it when artist turn political.
@albr113
@DanAshby I bet you’d have no issue if your political views aligned. He has just as much right to express his views as you do.