David Gates was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma to a band director and a piano teacher on December 11, 1940. Surrounded by music from birth, he was proficient in piano, bass and guitar by the time he was in high school. In 1957, he received a musical break when Chuck Berry came to Tulsa; Gates had his first hit, Jo-Baby, with Chuck Berry. The song was written for Gates' high school sweetheart Jo Rita, whom he married and had children with while enrolled at the university of Oklahoma. In 1961, the family moved to Los Angeles, and Gates embarked on a career of songwriting and producing. By the end of the '60s, he had worked with Elvis Presley, Bobby Darin and Merle Haggard, and produced the 1965 Glenn Yarbrough hit Baby the Rain Must Fall. Realizing that the only way his songs were sure to be recorded was to sing them himself, Gates founded Bread in 1968; the group consisted of Gates, James Griffin, Robb Royer, and later, drummer Michael Botts and keyboardist Larry Krechtel. The group's first album, Bread, was released in 1969 with hits It Don't Matter to Me, Dismal Day and Make It with You. Soft rock hits became the band's trademark and made them legends. Greater success and recognition came with the 1971 album, Manna, with the smash hit If. With the popular albums Guitar Man and Baby, I'm a Want You, the band's success led the members in different directions. The group disbanded in 1973 to pursue their own solo interests and careers, but regrouped in 1977 to produce the album Lost Without Your Love. David Gates produced albums of his own, First Album and Never Let Her Go in 1975; his songs landed him on the contemporary music charts every time, including The Goodbye Girl, from Neil Simon's play of the same name. Several of his songs have been recorded by artists such as Julio Iglesias and Boy George. Everything I Own, a tribute to his father as his greatest influence, was recorded by Nashville artists The Kendalls and Joe Stempley and then by pop rocker Boy George. His incredible songwriting ability offers versatility and a crossing over of musical genres. With a recording studio on his California ranch, David Gates continues to write and produce
It's You
David Gates Lyrics
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Who’s the one who’s always there to comfort me with love and care
Who runs the finger through my hair guess who guess who
Who’s always first to understand when we can’t do the things we planned
And whose is always reaching out with a smiling helping hand
It’s you it’s you it’s you baby always has been always will be you
There’s no one else can do baby all the little love and things you do
When I think I can’t take no more that crazy world outside my door
Who makes it all were fighting for guess who oh guess who
Who every night before I sleep loves me long and loves me deep
Turns the loneliness away and helps my memories ski
It’s you it’s you it’s you baby always has been always will be you
Cause there’s no one else can do baby all the little love and things you do
And who every night before I sleep loves me long and loves me deep
Turns my loneliness away and helps my memories ski
It’s you it’s you it’s you baby always has been always will be you
Cause there’s no one else can do baby all the little love and things you do
Oh it’s you it’s you it’s you baby always has been always will be you
Cause there’s no one else can do baby all the little love and things you do
It’s you it’s you it’s you baby always has been always will be you
The lyrics to David Gates's song "It's You" are a love letter to an unidentified person who is always there for the singer. The first verse describes someone who comforts with love and care, understands when plans fall through, and offers a helping hand. The chorus repeats the phrase "It's you" to express the singer's gratitude for all these qualities. The second verse adds more details, such as the fact that this person helps the singer find meaning in a crazy world, loves deeply, and banishes loneliness. The chorus repeats once more, emphasizing that this person truly is the one for the singer.
The simplicity of the lyrics is part of what makes "It's You" a timeless classic. By focusing on universal experiences like comfort, understanding, and love, the song taps into emotions that people of any generation can relate to. Additionally, the song's mellow melody and gentle instrumentation make it the perfect background music for a romantic film scene or a lazy afternoon at home. Together, the lyrics and music create an atmosphere of intimacy and warmth that listeners can easily get lost in.
Line by Line Meaning
Who’s the one who’s always there to comfort me with love and care
Identifying the constant presence of someone caring and loving
Who runs the finger through my hair guess who guess who
Hinting at an intimate act that only one person performs
Who’s always first to understand when we can’t do the things we planned
Recognizing someone who comprehends the nuances of life
And whose is always reaching out with a smiling helping hand
Noticing someone willing to assist with open arms
It’s you it’s you it’s you baby always has been always will be you
Affirming the identity of the person who always delivers love and care
There’s no one else can do baby all the little love and things you do
Validating the uniqueness of the individual's actions and affection
When I think I can’t take no more that crazy world outside my door
Acknowledging the difficulties of the world
Who makes it all were fighting for guess who oh guess who
Realizing the motivation and inspiration behind the struggle
Who every night before I sleep loves me long and loves me deep
Revealing a tender moment shared every night
Turns the loneliness away and helps my memories ski
Recalling a time when loneliness was alleviated through love
Cause there’s no one else can do baby all the little love and things you do
Emphasizing the individual's irreplaceable role and actions
Oh it’s you it’s you it’s you baby always has been always will be you
Repeating the unchanging identity of the person delivering love and care
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Joan Cuthill
Thank you my friend. This song is wonderful, and your video too. God Bless you.♥
MonsterlyInLove2
David Gates is one of my fave country singer walang itulak kabigin sa mga songs nya lahat great meaning and wonderful tunes.... just like tol gwaps masterpiece walang itulak kabigin almost perfect aw! thumbs up! -=MonZ=-
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Eni Utami
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foci3173
yeah!...cool!..nice upload bro like ko ang beat mayat hehehe at first time to hear galing mo talagang mag-research huh!..regards bro!
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