David Benoit, (born May 9, 1953) is an American jazz fusion / contemporary … Read Full Bio ↴David Benoit, (born May 9, 1953) is an American jazz fusion / contemporary jazz pianist, composer and producer, who is from Los Angeles, California. He has been nominated for five Grammy Awards.

His GRP debut album Freedom at Midnight was his biggest seller and most popular album. Benoit also says that it was his favorite album to produce, because it was when "everything came together," as he stated in an interview on smoothviews.com.

Out of respect for one of his main influencers, Bill Evans, he dedicated his 1992 album Letter to Evan to him.

Many of his songs employed a string section, most notably on his American Landscape and Orchestral Stories albums in 1997 and 2005, respectively. He has said that it is his dream to release a symphonic album.

In 2000, after the death of Peanuts creator Charles M. Schulz, he released a memorial album entitled Here's to You, Charlie Brown: 50 Great Years! Collaborators included the chorus group Take 6, guitarist Mark Antoine and trumpeter Chris Botti. He also did the music for "Peanuts" in the later specials.

He is a close friend of The Rippingtons' guitarist and lead Russ Freeman, and they often appeared on each other's albums. They also released collaborative efforts The Benoit/Freeman Project and The Benoit / Freeman Project 2.

I Want You
David Benoit Lyrics

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Order in the court, my heart is on trial.
I solemnly swear it's true.
If there's been a crime, my darling then I'm
So guilty of loving you.

When we kiss goodnight I hold you so tight.
This is your biggest clue.
I could plead insane, but what would I gain

I'm guilty of loving you.

Anyone in town is your witness
I've told everyone I know
Give me 99 years of your lovin'
'Cause I'm guilty of wanting you so.
So put me anywhere but please no solitaire
In a prison that's made for two.
You don't have to guess, I really must confess
I'm guilty of loving you.

Chorus:
Anyone in town is your witness
I've told everyone I know
Give me 99 years of your lovin'
'Cause I'm guilty of wanting you so.

So put me anywhere but please no solitaire
In a prison that's made for two.

You don't have to guess, I really must confess
I'm guilty of loving you.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to David Benoit's song "I Want You" depict a person whose heart is on trial, metaphorically representing their feelings and emotions being examined in the context of a romantic relationship. The singer declares their love for someone, affirming the truth behind their emotions. They see their love as a crime, indicating a sense of guilt in being deeply and passionately in love with their partner.

The line "If there's been a crime, my darling then I'm so guilty of loving you" emphasizes the intensity and undeniable nature of their love. Despite knowing that their love is all-consuming, they have no desire to deny or hide it. The singer suggests that when they share intimate moments with their beloved, the intensity of their love becomes even more apparent. This is portrayed in the line "When we kiss goodnight I hold you so tight. This is your biggest clue."

The singer acknowledges that everyone in town can vouch for their love. They have openly expressed their feelings to everyone they know, embracing the vulnerability that comes with such genuine affection. There is a desperation expressed through the line "Give me 99 years of your lovin'," reflecting the willingness to commit and devote their entire life to this love.

In the final verses, the singer pleads to not be left alone ("please no solitaire") and confesses again their guilt in loving their partner. The repeated chorus reinforces the idea that their love is undeniable and that they are ready to face any consequence for it.

Overall, "I Want You" portrays a love that is powerful, honest, and unapologetic. The lyrics capture the intensity of emotion, the depth of the connection, and the willingness to face any consequence for the sake of the love they share.

Line by Line Meaning

Order in the court, my heart is on trial.
The singer's heart is being judged and evaluated.

I solemnly swear it's true.
The singer firmly asserts the truth of their statement.

If there's been a crime, my darling then I'm So guilty of loving you.
The singer acknowledges that their intense love can be seen as a wrongdoing.

When we kiss goodnight I hold you so tight. This is your biggest clue.
The artist's physical affection during a kiss is a clear indication of their love.

I could plead insane, but what would I gain I'm guilty of loving you.
The artist considers pretending to be mentally unstable, but realizes it would not change their love for the person.

Anyone in town is your witness I've told everyone I know
The singer has made it known to everyone that they are deeply in love with the person.

Give me 99 years of your lovin' 'Cause I'm guilty of wanting you so.
The singer desires a long-lasting love, expressing their strong desire for the person.

So put me anywhere but please no solitaire In a prison that's made for two.
The artist wants to be with the person anywhere except feeling lonely in a relationship built for two people.

You don't have to guess, I really must confess I'm guilty of loving you.
The artist wants to make it clear that they are unashamedly in love with the person and openly admits their guilt.

Chorus:
This indicates the start of the chorus section of the song.

Anyone in town is your witness I've told everyone I know
Reiteration of the fact that the singer has spread the news of their love to everyone.

Give me 99 years of your lovin' 'Cause I'm guilty of wanting you so.
Reemphasizing the artist's strong desire for a long-lasting love with the person.

So put me anywhere but please no solitaire In a prison that's made for two.
Repetition of the desire to avoid a lonely relationship and be together in any other circumstance.

You don't have to guess, I really must confess I'm guilty of loving you.
A reaffirmation of the singer's sincere confession of being unashamedly in love with the person.

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