In 1997, their album Think Like a Girl entered Billboard's Top Reggae Albums chart at No.1. They also reached's Hot 100's top 40 with their cover version of the song "I Say a Little Prayer", which was featured in the soundtrack to the film My Best Friend's Wedding. They were also featured on the 1997 soundtrack to the documentary When We Were Kings, where they performed a duet of the same title with Brian McKnight. In 1998 they joined Celine Dion and Brownstone on stage to perform their hit "Treat Her Like A Lady" at the Essence Awards, in which they received a standing ovation. That year they also appeared on Soul Train, The RuPaul Show, and VIBE to promote Think Like a Girl.
By the new millennium, King was in negotiations with Madonna's Maverick label. In 2002 King released their third album Respect, it became a hit overseas, but was never released in the US, despite its first single "Summer Breezin'" receiving BET and VH1 video and radio airplay.
In 2007, they co-wrote and recorded the song "The Light Within" with the German reggae artist Gentleman, for his album Another Intensity. They also had the girl duo Brick & Lace join them on one of their concerts as backup singers. Later that year, they formed their own record label, ThinkLikeAgirl. They also tour Asia annually.
In 2010, King's record label ThinkLikeAgirL Music Inc. went through a licensing deal with Warner Music Japan with the release of their fourth album, Warrior Gurl. This was released in Japan on 22 September 2010. An upgraded version was released digitally in the United States on iTunes and all major online music stores (under the title Agirlnameking) on their birthday, November 8, 2012.
On June 28, 2012, Diana King declared "Yes I am a Lesbian" to their fans from their official Facebook page.
They were honored for their bravery on 16 December 2012 and were presented with the prestigious "Vanguard Award" at the Out Music Awards in Las Vegas, NV. King is the first Jamaican artist to ever publicly come out. Jamaica is at the top of the list of the countries who are extremely violent and intolerant toward the LGBT community. Their recent material can be heard on their official website http://www.dianakingdom.com.
I Say a Little Prayer
Diana King Lyrics
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Say a little prayer for you
From the moment mi wake up
Before mi put on mi make up
Mi say a little prayer for you
While combing mi hair now
Mi say a little prayer for you
Forever and ever
You'll stay in my heart and I'll love you
Forever and ever
We never will part how I'll love you
Together together
That's how it should be
Without you would only be heartbreak for me
Mi run for the bus love
Mi ride and mi think about us love
Mi say a little prayer for you
At work mi just take time
And all through mi coffee break time
Mi say a little prayer for you
Forever and ever
You'll stay in my heart and I'll love you
Forever and ever
We never will part and I'll love you
Together together
That's how it should be
Without you would only be heartbreak for me
Say a little prayer for you, mi a go say
A little prayer for you
My darling believe me, for me
There is no one but you,
Say you'll love me too.
Forever and ever
You'll stay in my heart and I'll love you
Forever and ever
We never will part and I'll love you
Together together
That's how it should be...
Forever and ever
You'll stay in my heart and I'll love you
Forever and ever
We never will part and I'll love you
Together together
That's how it should be without you
Would only be heartbreak for me
The song "I Say a Little Prayer" tells the story of a woman who is deeply in love with someone and spends every moment of her day thinking about and expressing her love for them. The chorus, which repeats twice throughout the song, serves as a prayer for the person she loves, that they will be safe and happy always. As she goes about her daily routines, such as putting on makeup and combing her hair, she takes a moment to pause and say a prayer for the person she loves. The lyrics emphasize the depth and enduring strength of her love, stating that even without her beloved, there would only be heartbreak for her.
The repetition of the phrase "forever and ever" highlights the idea that this love is not fleeting or temporary, but instead will last a lifetime. The phrase "together, together" also emphasizes the importance of the couple being united and connected. The song's message is ultimately one of love, devotion, and commitment.
Overall, "I Say a Little Prayer" is a timeless classic that speaks to the power of love and the importance of expressing our feelings to those we care about. Its catchy melody and emotive lyrics have made it a popular choice for weddings, romantic events, and other special occasions.
Line by Line Meaning
Say a little prayer for you,
I will pray for you
Say a little prayer for you
I will pray for you
From the moment mi wake up
As soon as I wake up
Before mi put on mi make up
Before I apply my makeup
Mi say a little prayer for you
I pray for you
While combing mi hair now
While brushing my hair
Mi a wonder what dress me wear now
I am wondering what dress to wear
Mi say a little prayer for you
I pray for you
Forever and ever
Always
You'll stay in my heart and I'll love you
I will always love you
We never will part how I'll love you
We will never separate
Together together
Together always
That's how it should be
That is the way it should be
Without you would only be heartbreak for me
Without you, I would be heartbroken
Mi run for the bus love
I run to catch the bus
Mi ride and mi think about us love
I think about us during my ride
Mi say a little prayer for you
I pray for you
At work mi just take time
At work, I take a break
And all through mi coffee break time
During my coffee break
Mi say a little prayer for you
I pray for you
My darling believe me, for me
My dear, trust me
There is no one but you,
There is no one else for me
Say you'll love me too.
Promise to love me too
Forever and ever
Always
You'll stay in my heart and I'll love you
I will always love you
Together together
Together always
That's how it should be...
That is the way it should be
Without you would only be heartbreak for me
Without you, I would be heartbroken
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA/AMCOS
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@lorrasmusic482
(I say a little pray for you)
The moment I wake up
Before I put on my makeup (make up)
I say a little pray for you
While combing my hair now
And wondering what dress to wear now
I say a little prayer for you
Forever, and ever, you'll stay in my heart
And I will love you
Forever, and ever, we never will part
Oh, how I love you
Together, together, that's how it must be
To live without you
Would only mean heartbreak for me
I run for the bus, dear
While riding I think of us, dear (us, dear)
I say a little prayer for you
At work, I just take time
And all through my coffee break-time
I say a little prayer for you
Forever, and ever, you'll stay in my heart
And I will love you
Forever, and ever we never will part
Oh, how I'll love you
Together, together, that's how it must be
To live without you
Would only mean heartbreak for me
Nobody would be
Forever, and ever, you'll stay in my heart
And I will love you
Forever, and ever we never will part
Oh, how I'll love you
Together, together, that's how it must be
To live without you
Would only mean heartbreak for me
My darling, believe me (believe me)
For me, there is no one but you!
Please, love me too
And I'm in love with you (answer my pray)
Answer my prayer, babe (answer my pray)
Say you love me too (answer my pray)
Answer my pray, babe (answer my pray)
Forever, and ever, you'll stay in my heart
And I will love you
Forever, and ever we never will part
Oh, how I'll love you
Together, together, that's how it must be
To live without you
Would only mean heartbreak for me
My darling believe me (believe me)
For me there is no one but you!
Please, love me too
Answer my pray
Answer my pray now, babe
Answer my pray
Answer my pray now, babe
I'm in love with you
Answer my pray
Answer my pray now, babe
@yuumountain
この映画もこの歌があってこそ。
久しぶりに聞いて涙がでてきた♥️
名曲だなぁ
@greg.pridgen85
Diana King is one of those singers and songwriters who is so UNDERRATED. Her voice is amazing. Her range is AMAZING, talent is indescribable
@maryjodawang7729
Incredible talent
@AmitSharma-el4mo
Singers using Auto tuner are on top. While, those who were natural and talented are lost in crowd.
@spkanava
1997
@sunflower1588
Absolutely! ❤
@zimzimzalabim
Superb rendition by Diana... both the movie and soundtrack are amazing in their own right! And this video it takes us all back to the late 90s. Great times...
PS: Julia, Cameron and DIana all gorgeous.
@damanimctavish7522
2022 and I’m obsessed. Dianna is so beautiful. I love this version.
@PHlophe
sounds even better in Jamaicn creole. from di moment mi wake uuuup ! before mi put on me make up. mi say a lil' pray for you 😃
@originalgangstar5584
Yep first time hearing this ♥