In 1959, Ross was brought to the attention of Milton Jenkins, the manager of the local doo-wop group The Primes, by Mary Wilson. Primes member Paul Williams convinced Jenkins to enlist Ross in the sister group The Primettes, which included Wilson, Florence Ballard and Betty McGlown.
In 1976, Billboard magazine named her the female entertainer of the century. In 1993, The Guinness Book Of World Records listed her as the most successful female artist ever (the title is now attributed to Madonna), partly due to her combined total of eighteen number-one singles, six of them recorded solo and the remaining dozen from her work with the Supremes.
Ross was also one of the few pop singers to find modest success in the acting world winning an Academy Award nomination for her role as Billie Holiday in the 1972 film, "Lady Sings the Blues" as well as having hits with other film roles such as "Mahogany", "Out of Darkness" and "Double Platinum", not to mention her role in "The Wiz".
Ross has been awarded many lifetime achievement accolades from many organizations and media outlets: she has been featured on BET, Soul Train, and awarded multiple times at the NAACP Image Awards, the Kennedy Center Honors in 2007 and given the Grammy Lifetime Achievement in 2011.
Ross' professional vocal collaborators have included the following during her career: Marvin Gaye, Lionel Richie, Rod Stewart, Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Julio Iglesias, Jose Carreras, Placido Domingo, and Smokey Robinson, among many others.
Kiss Me Now
Diana Ross Lyrics
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While my lips are burning up for your sweet taste
Kiss me now
Long to feel the fiery aid of your embrace
Kiss me now
That you're someone very special in my life
Kiss me now
Love you, and I want you by my side
Love me now
I ain't had no loving on since yesterday
Baby, tell me how
You expect someone to live a life that way
Each and every day, baby
I've been hoping that you will give in
Give in, give in, give in
You mean more to me than just a friend
Kiss me now
I've been waiting too long
Years, my dear, my dear, my dear
I've been very lonely
And I wish that you were here
So I could hold you near
I've been hoping that you will give in
Give in, give in, give in
You mean more to me than just a friend
Kiss me now
Kiss me
Somebody, you gotta kiss me now
Love me now
I've been waiting too long
Years, my dear, my dear
I've been very lonely
And I wish that you were here
So I could hold you
Hoping that you will give in
You mean more to me than just a friend
Kiss me now
Kiss me now
Kiss me now
Kiss me now
The lyrics of Diana Ross's song Kiss Me Now express a burning desire and longing for a romantic partner. The singer's use of repetition emphasizes the urgency of their request, imploring for a kiss and declaring their love. The first stanza highlights their physical desire for the partner's embrace and taste, while the second stanza emphasizes the emotional toll of waiting for love, stating that they have been lonely and needing affection. The final stanza continues with the assertive message of the song, repeating the request for a kiss and declaring that the partner means more to them than just a friend.
The lyrics of Kiss Me Now showcase a vulnerability and yearning that is relatable to many listeners. The song speaks to the universal desire for human connection and affection. The repetition of the phrase "give in" throughout the song adds a sense of urgency and desperation to the singer's words. The final plea for a kiss is almost a plea for validation and love, as the singer has been waiting for too long to feel loved.
Overall, the lyrics of Kiss Me Now convey a message of both physical and emotional longing for a romantic partner. The song stands as a testament to the power of human connection and the human need for love, companionship, and affection.
Line by Line Meaning
Kiss me now
I want you to kiss me right this moment
While my lips are burning up for your sweet taste
I desire your kiss so strongly that my lips feel hot
Long to feel the fiery aid of your embrace
I crave the passionate feeling of being held by you tightly
That you're someone very special in my life
You are important and precious to me
Love you, and I want you by my side
I am in love with you and I want to be with you always
Love me now
I need your love and affection right now
I ain't had no loving on since yesterday
I haven't experienced any love or intimacy recently
Baby, tell me how you expect someone to live a life that way
Please explain how it's possible to live without love
Each and every day, baby, I've been hoping that you will give in
Every day, I've been wishing that you would yield to my advances
You mean more to me than just a friend
You are not just a friend to me; I have deeper feelings for you
I've been waiting too long, years, my dear, my dear, my dear
I have been waiting for so long, it has been years
I've been very lonely, and I wish that you were here
I have been feeling very alone, and I wish you were with me
So I could hold you near
So that I could have you close to me
Somebody, you gotta kiss me now
I am desperate for a kiss, someone needs to kiss me immediately
Kiss me now
I want you to kiss me right this moment
Kiss me
Please, kiss me now
Hoping that you will give in
I am wishing that you will finally give in to my desires
You mean more to me than just a friend
My feelings for you go beyond just friendship
Kiss me now
I want you to kiss me right this moment
Kiss me now
Please, kiss me now
Kiss me now
I want you to kiss me right this moment
Kiss me now
Please, kiss me now
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: GWENDOLYN GORDY FUQUA, KENNETH LUPPER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@ThienPhuViktorLassley
Songs like this one are perfect examples that clearly display miss ross' raw talents and diversity. after listening to miss ross' delivery of this song again today, I am reminded of what a phenomenon she truly is.
@SweptAway529
What a treat to flip over the 45 of "Love Hangover" and hear this gem; such a great track!
@BroccoliBeefed
Oh I how I love me some Diana Ross at the height of her career. There will never be another. She was unique and special
@qwer8907
i think she still alive
@jeromejackson6111
Wait a minute ! not past tense please, Thank God she's still with us !
@divaenvy
loved this album.... especially the Ashford /Simpson tunes.
@darrylshaunavery8854
She’s Absolutely Gorgeous
@whatigot2say
Whitney Houston could never have pulled this off.
@clsumjr
I like WHITNEY TOO but no she couldn't