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Dexter Gordon Lyrics


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How did I know that the warmth of the glow would last.
How did I guess that the long loneliness was past.
I merely looked at you and I knew that I knew.

It's you or no one for me
I'm sure of this each time we kiss
Now and forever and when forever's done
You'll find that you are still the one

Please don't say no to my plea
'Cause if you do then I'm all through
There's this about you
My world's an empty world without you
It's you or no one for me

Please don't say no to my plea
'Cause if you do then I'm all through
There's this about you
My world's an empty world without you




It's you or no one for me
For me

Overall Meaning

The song "It's You or No One" by Dexter Gordon is a ballad about a love that is unequivocal and unbreakable. The first verse of the song is a reflection on how the singer knew that his long period of loneliness was over as soon as he met his love interest. To him, the warmth of their connection was undeniable, and he just knew that it would last. The second verse is a plea to his love interest to choose him, for he cannot imagine his life without this person. The singer's world would be an empty void without them. The chorus repeats the sentiment that there is only one person for the singer, and it is his love interest.


The song expresses an intense passion, but it also explores the vulnerability of putting yourself out there and hoping that the other person reciprocates. The combination of Dexter Gordon's warm tenor saxophone and the soft, lilting melody adds to the emotional depth of the lyrics. This song is not just about a love that is strong but about a love that is necessary for survival, and the lyrics encapsulate that beautifully.


Line by Line Meaning

How did I know that the warmth of the glow would last.
I was uncertain before, but after being with you, I know that this feeling of comfort and happiness is permanent.


How did I guess that the long loneliness was past.
Before you, I was lonely and thought that feeling would never end, but being with you has made me realize that this period of darkness and sadness is over.


I merely looked at you and I knew that I knew.
Just by looking at you, I felt a certainty deep within me that you were the one I had been waiting for.


It's you or no one for me
There is no one else in the world that compares to you. You are the only one for me.


I'm sure of this each time we kiss
Every time we share a moment, I become more convinced that you are the only one for me.


Now and forever and when forever's done
I will love you now and always, even when our time together on this earth is over.


You'll find that you are still the one
Even after all these years together, you will always be the only one for me.


Please don't say no to my plea
I am begging you, please do not reject me.


'Cause if you do then I'm all through
If you reject me, my world will fall apart and I will have nothing left.


There's this about you
You possess something unique and special that I cannot find anywhere else.


My world's an empty world without you
Without you in my life, I am lost and without purpose.


For me
I am speaking from my heart and soul when I say that it's you or no one for me. No one else could ever compare to you.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jule Styne, Sammy Cahn

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@mistermister6686

Tracks:
01. I Was Doing Allright 00:00
02. I Want More 09:16
03. You’ve Changed 15:29
04. Society Red 22:57
05. For Regulars Only (Alt. Take) 35:19
06. It’s You Or No One 41:42
07. For Regulars Only 47:57
08. Landslide 53:44
09. Modal Mood 59:00
10. Clear The Dex 01:04:23
11. Boy Saxophonist 01:09:17

Credits:
Tenor Saxophone – Dexter Gordon
Trumpet – Freddie Hubbard
Piano – Horace Parlan, Kenny Drew
Bass – Ron Carter, George Tucker, Paul Chambers
Drums – Al Harewood, Philly Joe Jones

Recorded in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey, May 6 & 9, 1961.



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@mistermister6686

Tracks:
01. I Was Doing Allright 00:00
02. I Want More 09:16
03. You’ve Changed 15:29
04. Society Red 22:57
05. For Regulars Only (Alt. Take) 35:19
06. It’s You Or No One 41:42
07. For Regulars Only 47:57
08. Landslide 53:44
09. Modal Mood 59:00
10. Clear The Dex 01:04:23
11. Boy Saxophonist 01:09:17

Credits:
Tenor Saxophone – Dexter Gordon
Trumpet – Freddie Hubbard
Piano – Horace Parlan, Kenny Drew
Bass – Ron Carter, George Tucker, Paul Chambers
Drums – Al Harewood, Philly Joe Jones

Recorded in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey, May 6 & 9, 1961.

@user-cg4jc3bo6u

Thanks for info. Very relevant.

@jonathanclark7623

Thank you for the great music I was able to see Dexter he blew me away him Sonny and Trane made me glad I have ears .

@nicholash2580

Alot more to add to that trio but your truly cool for having ears that hear greatness.

@adolfdyversiti6517

Oh yes!
Sunday lazy afternoon under the cloudy sky
And a cup of coffee with bourbon.
Thanks.

@steveegallo3384

Adolf Dyversiti -- Yes, indeed! Last day in Florida after months torture. Finishing up the Pinot Grigio, Malbec, IPA and stout....Perfect music for anticipating return to Oaxaca.....BRAVO!

@terrellholmes2726

Hey Adolf! Didja pour one for me?

@howardgibson3421

Dexter,Stitt Bird, Trane,,Jug, Cannonball, how can you possibly go wrong listening to musical works of any of these great artist. The older I got the more I learn to appreciate just how magnificent the above named artist are, however they are far from being alone, there are so many great jazz Master's they all represent this beautiful art forum with just minding blowing eloquent music, it would take up too much space and time to start naming them all there are so many I can't name them all, however if you are truly a lover of this music you can name many of them. yourself.Most of these Jazz Master's are no longer with us however their wonderful musical legacy will live forever!!! GOD BLESS THEM ALL, RIP.🎶🎷Howard Gibson Sr.

@lwskiner

You are correct sir, can't possibly go wrong with this music. It takes you to another place and an escape from now.

@andrewrichardson5647

I say they were sent here to lay down some serious foundation and went on to that other realm .they were all geniuses in there own ways I would've love to meet cannonball tho

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