Origin of Jenkins Stage Name--------- Jenkins felt that his real name wasn't marketable, and he changed his show business name in 1957. (Harold Lloyd Jenkins would always remain his legal name, however). Looking at a road map, he spotted Conway, Arkansas and Twitty, Texas. Thus, he went with the professional name of "Conway Twitty".[citation needed]
Alternatively, Jenkins met a Richmond, VA, man named W. Conway Twitty Jr. through Jenkins' manager in a New York City restaurant. The manager served in the army with the real Conway Twitty. Later, the manager suggested to Jenkins that he take the name as his stage name because it had a ring to it. The Richmond Conway Twitty subsequently recorded the song, "What's in a Name But Trouble," in the mid-1960s, lamenting the loss of his name to Jenkins. The flip side of the 45 RPM record was "The Purple, Purple People Eater, Eater." (The more well known version of Purple People Eater, however, now having sold over 100,000,000 copies, was recorded by Sheb Wooley.)
What Am I Living For
Conway Twitty Lyrics
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What am I living for if not for you
What am I living for if not for you
Baby, nobody else, nobody else will do
Well, what am I longing for
Each lonely night
To feel your lips close to mine
Well, you'll be my only love
My whole life through
Baby, nobody else
Nobody else will do
Well, I want you close to me
That's all I know
And I want you all the time
'Cause, darling, I love you so
What am I living for if not for you
What am I living for if not for you
What am I living for if not for you
Baby, nobody else, nobody else will do
Well, I want you close to me
That's all I know
And I want you all the time
'Cause, darling, I love you so
Oh, what am I living for if not for you
What am I living for if not for you
Yes, what am I living for if not for you
Baby, nobody else, nobody else will do
Baby, nobody else, nobody else will do
In Conway Twitty's song "What Am I Living For," the singer laments about the purpose of his life if not spent loving and being with his significant other. The lyrics reveal the deep love and longing the singer has for their partner, where they express that nobody else can replace their lover. The line "What am I living for if not for you?" is repeated throughout the song to emphasize that the only reason the singer has to live is his love for his partner. In the verses, the singer describes his intense desires for his lover's presence, closeness, and affection.
The song's lyrics explore the idea that the purpose of one's life lies in loving and being loved. Without the love of the person they long for, the reason for the singer's existence would be meaningless. Therefore, the song expresses the singer's love as an all-encompassing emotion that gives meaning and purpose to their lives.
The way Twitty delivers the lyrics further adds emotional depth to the song. His voice trembles during the verses, emphasizing his longing for his lover. The bridge of the song also gives the repeated line "Baby, nobody else, nobody else will do" an almost desperate quality, expressing the singer's need for his lover.
Line by Line Meaning
Well, what am I living for if not for you
I am only alive because of my love for you
What am I living for if not for you
My reason for living is solely you
Baby, nobody else, nobody else will do
You are the only one I could ever love and no one else could ever take your place
Well, what am I longing for
Each lonely night
To feel your lips close to mine
And hold you tight
Every night, I yearn to feel your lips on mine and embrace you tightly
Well, you'll be my only love
My whole life through
Baby, nobody else
Nobody else will do
Forever, you'll be my one and only love
Well, I want you close to me
That's all I know
And I want you all the time
'Cause, darling, I love you so
All I want is to have you near me and to love you always because I love you deeply
Oh, what am I living for if not for you
My only reason for living is you
Yes, what am I living for if not for you
Truly, my existence revolves around you
Baby, nobody else, nobody else will do
I could never love anyone else the way I love you
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Capitol CMG Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: FRED JACOBSON, ART HARRIS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Mary Hopkins
THAT IS A BEAUTIFUL SONG SUNG BY CONWAY. IT FILLS MY HEART WITH SO MUCH JOY AND LOVE.
James Avery
This is one of his best,along with It's Only Make Believe.I sure do miss him on the radio.
Ratchanee Alderman
what great memories this man brings back to mind.
Pat Gosnell
I loved the 60's !! It was the best years of my life and the best music ever
George B
I agree 100%, Pat...we were all so much younger, though!!!
rancherodave
Mike Bliesener what if you get the one who is into the 60’s?
MrGeorgewf
Pat Gosnell
Great time to be alive and especially to be a kid.
jean-marie Basset
La musique a évolué mais pas dans le bon sens;la musique des années 50 et 60 est la meilleure
earl slot
pat i loved this time too, 1960 i was 16 ,what a time to grow up in
Stephen Parisi
Love this song so many great memories