Originally David Richard Solberg, he was born the son of a Lutheran minister. His father, Dr. Richard Solberg, was a senior representative for Lutheran World Relief during the reconstruction of Germany after World War II, and the family moved frequently while Soul was growing up. Soul's brother is a Lutheran minister and social activist.
Soul first gained attention as the mysterious "Covered Man" on several appearances on The Merv Griffin Show in 1967 in which he sang while wearing a ski mask and explained, "My name is David Soul, and I want to be known for my music".
Soul then appeared as level-headed Joshua Bolt on the television program Here Come the Brides, and later Arthur Hill's law partner on, "Owen Marshal: Counselor At Law". Superstar status came when he portrayed Detective Hutchinson on Starsky and Hutch. He has also made guest appearances on shows such as I Dream of Jeannie, McMillan and Wife, Cannon, Gunsmoke, World War III (miniseries), Star Trek, and The Streets of San Francisco. His best known film appearance was opposite Clint Eastwood in Magnum Force (1973). Soul also appeared in the mini-series based on Stephen King's horror classic "Salem's Lot" (1978).
After a successful singing career, including hits such as "Don't Give Up on Us" and "Silver Lady", Soul fell into relative obscurity during the 1980s, fought a long battle with alcoholism, although frequently made guest appearances in various US television series, with the occasional small film role.
In the 1990s, Soul moved to London, and forged a new career on the West End stage. He also notably participated in the successful 1997 election campaign of Martin Bell. In September 2004, he became a British citizen, but has kept his US citizenship and ties with the US. He is a big fan of English football (soccer) and is an Arsenal supporter. He has been married four times, three of those marriages have been to actresses: Karen Carlson, Patty Sherman, and Julia Nickson-Soul. He has six children: five sons and one daughter. His brother, Daniel Solberg, is pastor of St. Paulus Lutheran Church in San Francisco, California.
On July 12, 2004, he took over playing the role of Jerry Springer in Jerry Springer: The Opera at the Cambridge Theatre in London, televised by the BBC in 2005. He returned to the West End in 2006, playing Mack in a new production of Jerry Herman's musical Mack and Mabel at the Criterion Theatre. The production co-starred Janie Dee and was directed by John Doyle. He also appeared in the TV series Dalziel & Pascoe (Game of Soldiers). He had a brief cameo in the 2004 movie version of Starsky & Hutch, alongside original co-star Paul Michael Glaser.
In August 2008, Soul appeared in the reality TV talent show-themed television series Maestro on BBC Two mentored by Natalia Luis-Bassa.
He appeared with Fred Ward and Willem Dafoe in the film Farewell directed by Christian Carion, which received its U.S. release in 2010.
In June 2012, Soul made a one-week appearance with Jerry Hall at the Gaiety Theatre, Dublin, in a reprise of the Pulitzer Prize-nominated play by A. R. Gurney, Love Letters. On July 29, 2012, he appeared in an episode of the British television detective drama series Lewis, playing a murder victim. He was also featured in the hit album by Fosseytango, singing on the track "Landlord". In 2013, Soul appeared in a cameo role in the Scottish film Filth lip-syncing his own recording of "Silver Lady". In 2014, Soul appeared in a British television commercial for National Express singing "Silver Lady" while driving a coach.
Soul died on January 4, 2024, at the age of 80.
Dont give up on us baby
David Soul Lyrics
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Don't make the wrong seem right
The future isn't just one night
It's written in the moonlight
Painted on the stars
We can't change ours
Don't give up on us, baby
I know we put a last one by
Just for a rainy evening
When maybe stars are few
Don't give up on us, I know
We can still come through
I really lost my head last night
You've got a right to start believin'
There's still a little love left, even so
Don't give up on us, baby
Lord knows we've come this far
Can't we stay the way we are?
The angel and the dreamer
Who sometimes plays a fool
Don't give up on us, I know
We can still come through
It's written in the moonlight
and painted on the stars
We can't change ours
Don't give up on us, baby
We're still worth one more try
I know we put a last one by
Just for a rainy evening
When maybe stars are few
Don't give up on us, I know
We can still come through
Don't give up on us, baby
Don't give up on us, baby
In David Soul's song "Don't Give Up on Us," the singer pleads with his partner not to lose faith in their relationship despite its struggles. He acknowledges that they may have made mistakes and that the future is uncertain, but he believes that they are still capable of making things work. The song's romantic lyrics appeal to the idea that true love endures through difficult times, and the singer's soulful delivery conveys the depth of his emotions.
Soul employs vivid imagery to express his sentiments, invoking the moon and stars to symbolize the enduring nature of their love. He believes that their bond is written in the very fabric of the universe, and that they cannot change their destiny. This is contrasted with the acknowledgement that they have made mistakes in the past, and that they have hurt each other. Despite this, Soul believes that they are still worth one more try and that they can still come through. He acknowledges that at times he may act foolishly, but ultimately he is the dreamer who wants to make their love a reality.
The song's enduring popularity speaks to its timeless appeal. Its message of perseverance through difficult times has resonated with generations of listeners, and its soulful delivery and stirring melody have become iconic. The song's popularity led to it being covered by numerous artists, including Barry Manilow and Engelbert Humperdinck. Decades after its release, "Don't Give Up on Us" remains a classic of the romantic ballad genre.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't give up on us, baby
Please don't lose faith in us, my love
Don't make the wrong seem right
Let's not try to justify our mistakes
The future isn't just one night
Our love isn't just temporary
It's written in the moonlight
Our love is destined to be
Painted on the stars
Our love is a masterpiece
We can't change ours
Our love can't be altered
We're still worth one more try
We're still deserving of one more chance
I know we put a last one by
I know we messed up before
Just for a rainy evening
Just for a moment of sadness
When maybe stars are few
When there seems to be little hope left
Don't give up on us, I know
I believe we can still make it
We can still come through
We can still succeed in our love
I really lost my head last night
I made a mistake and acted foolishly last night
You've got a right to start believin'
You have every right to doubt me
There's still a little love left, even so
Despite everything, there is still some love left
Lord knows we've come this far
We've overcome so much already
Can't we stay the way we are?
Can't we preserve what we have?
The angel and the dreamer
The best parts of us
Who sometimes plays a fool
But who sometimes messes up
Don't give up on us, baby
Please don't lose faith in us, my love
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: TONY MACAULAY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@TheMindywu
Don't give up on us, baby
Don't make the wrong seem right
The future isn't just one night
It's written in the moonlight
Painted on the stars
We can't change ours
Don't give up on us, baby
We're still worth one more try
I know we put a last one by
Just for a rainy evening
When maybe stars are few
Don't give up on us, I know
We can still come through
I really lost my head last night
You've got a right to start believing
There's still a little love left, even so
Don't give up on us, baby
Lord knows we've come this far
Can't we stay the way we are?
The angel and the dreamer
Who sometimes plays a fool
Don't give up on us, I know
We can still come through
It's written in the moonlight
and painted on the stars
We can't change ours
Don't give up on us, baby
We're still worth one more try
I know we put the last one by
Just for the rainy evening
When maybe stars are few
Don't give up on us, I know
We can still come through
Don't give up on us, baby
Don't give up on us, baby
@veronicazehr5638
"I think we're losing him, sir."
"We can't lose him Tucker, he's our only lead. Try something else."
"Don't give up on us baby"
@speedcow9711
All this time I thought his name was Taka
@enricoricafort2943
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@calyyxxnilloss6147
johnny english
@srinivasarasu3972
Lol
@nicholasdelaney1407
Yep! 👍
@franklinmargaret6365
I had a teen crush on David Soul in the 70s because of his awesome role as Det. Sgt. Kenneth Hutchinson in my all-time favorite cop show, STARSKY & HUTCH. I met and continue to share a deep friendship with my BFF because of this show (she still calls me "Hutch", I'm a DS/Hutch lover; I still call her "Starsky" for the obvious reasons.) I bought this album because of that crush and this song. Never really listened to many other songs. Years later, because of the pandemic, I join a few S&H fan groups on FACEBOOK and was reconnected with DS and his music. I have a new, adult love for his music, his voice, the emotions he gives to each song, the instrumentation of some of the instruments in the songs, etc. I have found a new appreciation and love for this endearing song, too. Time has matured me. It has also fermented my taste in classic soft rock, pop, old school r&b. JI am who I am....
@Andybetz.99
Hi Margaret 💐💐
@kermankarkaria4974
This song reminds me of all my loved ones in heaven and on earth who have blessed me with this beautiful life. Thank you God.
@justarandomvideos6594
Same here budy