Chris joined the "Snowflakes", a vocal group of Claude Thornhill's band, and moved on to become Stan Kenton's lead singer. She recorded for Bethlehem records originally and then began a long association with Atlantic records. Her trademark songs are well known to most people familiar with jazz of the 50s and 60s; among them are "Lullaby of Birdland" and "All about Ronnie."
More-complete bio and discography: http://www.mrlucky.com/songbirds/html/jul99/c_cconnor.html
A good obituary can be found on http://www.guardian.co.uk/music/2009/sep/02/chris-connor-obituary
Come Rain Or Come Shine
Chris Connor Lyrics
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Come rain or come shine.
High as a mountain and deep as a river,
Come rain or come shine.
I guess when you met me
It was just one of those things,
But don't ever bet me,
You're gonna love me like nobody's loved me,
Come rain or come shine.
Happy together, unhappy together
And won't it be fine.
Days may be cloudy or sunny,
We're in or we're out of the money,
But I'm with you always,
I'm with you rain or shine.
The lyrics of Chris Connor's song "Come Rain or Come Shine" talk about a deep and genuine love that will stay strong no matter what obstacles come their way. The singer pledges to love her companion more than anyone else has ever loved them before, regardless of the circumstances. The opening line suggests that her love is all-encompassing, with the capacity to outlast any storm. She goes on to compare her depth of feeling to natural features, stating that her love is high as the mountains and deep as a river.
The second verse appears to look back at the beginning of their relationship when things may have been uncertain. The singer doesn't dwell on this, however, as she quickly speaks to her own loyalty and reliability. She assures her partner that she will always be there for them and will always be true if they let her.
The final verse speaks to the nature of relationships, which can be unpredictable and unstable. The singer acknowledges this and says that despite the ups and downs, they will be together no matter the weather. The striking line "happy together, unhappy together" suggests that even when times are tough, the singer and her partner will be there to support each other.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm gonna love you like nobody's loved you,
I will love you in a way that nobody has ever loved you.
Come rain or come shine.
My love for you is not contingent on the weather, I will love you no matter what.
High as a mountain and deep as a river,
My love for you is both intense and unchanging.
I guess when you met me
Perhaps it was just happenstance when we first crossed paths
It was just one of those things,
But as we fell in love, it was more than just a coincidence
But don't ever bet me,
However, don't doubt the strength of my love
"Cause I'm gonna be true if you let me.
For I will always be loyal and committed to you if you allow me.
You're gonna love me like nobody's loved me,
You too will love me in a way that nobody ever has.
Happy together, unhappy together
We will experience both joy and hardship as a couple.
And won't it be fine.
But despite any difficulties, our love will still be beautiful and wonderful.
Days may be cloudy or sunny,
We will face both good and bad times.
We're in or we're out of the money,
We may have financial stability or struggle.
But I'm with you always,
Through everything, I vow to be by your side.
I'm with you rain or shine.
No matter the circumstances, my love for you will remain constant.
Lyrics © Kanjian Music, S.A. MUSIC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Harold Arlen, Johnny Mercer
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