Cross released his debut album, 'Christopher Cross', in 1979, and it garnered him five Grammy Awards. He's the only artist in history to receive all of the "Big Four" Grammy Awards (for 'Best Record', 'Best Song', 'Best Album', and 'Best New Artist') in the same year. Hits from the critically acclaimed album, along with "Sailing" (a number one hit that remained within Billboard's Top 40 for over three months), include "Ride Like the Wind" (which was a #2 hit), "Never Be the Same" (going to #15), and "Say You'll Be Mine" (rising to #20). Critics such as Allmusic's Mike DeGagne have lauded Cross' " crisp and colorful" songwriting and "soothing voice".
Labeled as possibly having 'peaked too early' as time went on, Cross proved the doubters wrong with another number one hit in "Arthur's Theme" (also known as "Arthur's Theme (Best That You Can Do)"). A part of the Dudley Moore film 'Arthur', the track, as stated before, won him the Academy Award for Best Song in 1981 alongside co-composers Burt Bacharach, Carole Bayer Sager, and Peter Allen. Although his popularity has waxed and waned over the years since his 70s heyday, Cross has earned a reputation as one of the key artists playing what would become known as "yacht rock" alongside contemporaries such as Loggins & Messina.
Long World
Christopher Cross Lyrics
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Shines after the candle is out at night
It's gotten the best of me
It's got my heart and it won't set it free
I just can't tell you why
If I did, well, it might be a lie
I've got to have her from beginning to end
It's a long world we're living in
I just can't live without her
Does anybody know how it feels to want her this bad?
So bad you'd give your life away
There's gotta be somebody somewhere
Who needs someone like I need you
I just can't tell you why
If I did, well, it might be a lie
And it's a long world we're living in
I've got to have her from beginning to end
It's a long world we're living in
I just can't live without her
I just can't live without her
And I wait for the day to take her away in vain
And I realize, I'll always feel the same
There's a brand new light in my life
Shines after the candle is out at night
It's gotten the best of me
It's got my heart and it won't set it free, yeah
I just can't tell you why
If I did, well, it might be a lie
It's a long world we're living in
I've got to have her from beginning to end
It's a long world we're living in
I just can't live without her
I just can't live without her
Well, it's a long world we're living in
And I've got to have her from beginning to end
Well, it's a long world we're living in
I just can't live without her
I just can't live without her
No, I, I just can't live without her
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The lyrics to Christopher Cross's song "Long World," express the depth of the singer's love for his partner. He talks about a new light in his life that still shines even after the candle is out at night. This, he explains, is his love for his partner, which has gotten the best of him and captured his heart fully. He goes on to explain that he can't explain why he loves his partner so much, and if he did, it might be a lie, suggesting that the love between the two is ineffable.
Moreover, he talks about how he needs her and how he just can't live without her. He is hopelessly in love with her, and without her, he feels like he couldn't survive, that his life is incomplete without her. He describes the world as long, suggesting that there are many struggles and difficulties that can make life seem challenging, but having her by his side makes it all worth it. He concludes by saying that he waits for the day when they will be together, and he realizes that he will always feel the same way about her.
In conclusion, "Long World" is a beautiful love song that captures the raw emotion and intensity of being in love wholly and completely. The lyrics speak to the heart of anyone who has ever been in love and felt like their partner completes them. They express the depth of the singer's connection to his partner and how he needs her to navigate and survive the challenges of life.
Line by Line Meaning
There's a brand new light in my life
Something new has come into my life that's making me feel alive and hopeful.
Shines after the candle is out at night
This new light appears once everything else gets dark and quiet, maybe representing hope or love after times of sadness and loss.
It's gotten the best of me
Whatever this new light represents, it has taken over my feelings and thoughts, becoming the most important thing in my life.
It's got my heart and it won't set it free
This new thing has captured my heart so fully that I can't imagine being without it now or in the future.
I just can't tell you why
I can't explain why this new thing is so important to me, maybe because it's too personal or maybe because I don't even understand it myself.
If I did, well, it might be a lie
If I tried to explain it, I might not even be truthful since my feelings can't be easily put into words.
It's a long world we're living in
Life can be challenging and full of obstacles, making it feel like a never-ending journey or struggle.
I've got to have her from beginning to end
I need this special person, represented by the new light, with me throughout this long journey in order to feel fulfilled and happy.
I just can't live without her
The idea of not having this special person in my life is unbearable since they've become so essential to my happiness.
Does anybody know how it feels to want her this bad?
I wonder if anyone else out there has experienced this intense desire and passion for someone else.
So bad you'd give your life away
The feeling of wanting someone so much that you'd do anything to be with them, even if it means putting yourself in danger or sacrificing everything else.
There's gotta be somebody somewhere
I believe that there must be someone out there who understands or feels the same way that I do.
Who needs someone like I need you
I hope to find someone who needs me as much as I need this special person in my life.
And I wait for the day to take her away in vain
I hope that someday soon, I'll be able to be with this special person, but I fear that it won't happen and I'll be left with unfulfilled desires.
And I realize, I'll always feel the same
I'm starting to understand that my love and need for this special person won't go away anytime soon, even if reality doesn't match my hopes.
Well, it's a long world we're living in
Repeating the sentiment from earlier--life can be challenging and long.
I just can't live without her
Repeating the idea that this special person is essential to my happiness and I can't imagine life without them.
No, I, I just can't live without her
Stressing this idea again, with an added emphasis on how important this person is to me.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CHRISTOPHER C. CROSS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@guardingheroes
My niece is 6 years old and is dancing to this song. I’ll make a video and post ❤ She says it’s beautiful music.
@Maranatha936
His music is so calming, uplifting and soothing ❤️🎶
@gladis4411
Siempre la dulzura de Christopher ✨🎼💕
@natarshagiddy9
Nice Touch With The Lyrics 🎶✨
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It's Always A Blessing When We Get To Read The Lyrics Along WithYou Chris,
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I Taught Myself To Read & Write Because Of Lyrics,
It's Truely A Blessing To Me 🌳🎶✨🍃
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Música maravilhosa 👏
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🦩Mr. Serenity🦩