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.
You're Gonna Love It
Diana Ross Lyrics
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God has given us a special bond
Let's take it and make it last forever
You have given me so much respect
You put your love for me above all else
Understand, you're my man
Can't wait to show you
When I say I do
I'll do it just for you
You're gonna love it
Think it's time for us to set a date
So much harder for us both to wait, so long
It's getting strong
And I can't hold it
I know this kind of love is heaven sent
And I've got faith that this was always meant to be
You and me
And I can't wait to show you
What I'll do
When I say I do
You know my love is true
You're gonna love it
What I'll do
When I say I do
I'll do it just for you
You're gonna love it
I've got a vision
Of passion's burning fire
I've made a decision
To give you all your desire
I've been thinking 'bout loving you
All night, all day, ain't gonna give you a break
Our honeymoon will last forever
I hope that you're in shape
For what I'll do
So what you want me to do?
I know this kind of love is heaven sent
I got faith that this was always meant to be
You and me
I can't wait to show you
What I'll do
When I say I do
You know my love is true
You're gonna love it
What I'll do
When I say I do
I'll do it just for you
You're gonna love it
What I'll do
When I say I do
You know my love is true
You're gonna love it
What I'll do
When I say I do
I'll do it just for you
You're gonna love it
The lyrics to Diana Ross's song "You're Gonna Love It" speak about a deep love between two people that has lasted for a significant amount of time. The singer acknowledges that this bond is special and feels that it is time to take things to the next level by setting a date for their union. The singer's love for the other person is unwavering and it is clear that they are committed to doing everything in their power to make this relationship last forever.
Throughout the song, the singer repeatedly states that they "can't wait to show" the other person "what they'll do" when they say "I do". This suggests that the singer is eager to demonstrate their love and dedication to their partner in all that they do. They also express their desire to give their partner all they desire and to make their honeymoon "last forever". The singer's determination to make this relationship work is evident in the passion and conviction of their words.
Line by Line Meaning
We have been together much too long
We have spent a lot of time together and our relationship has grown strong over time.
God has given us a special bond
Our connection goes beyond the physical realm and has been blessed by a higher power.
Let's take it and make it last forever
Let's nurture our bond and ensure that our relationship lasts for eternity.
You have given me so much respect
You have treated me with dignity and consideration at all times.
You put your love for me above all else
Your love for me takes priority over everything else in your life.
Understand, you're my man
I see you as my partner and soulmate, and I am committed to you.
Can't wait to show you
What I'll do
When I say I do
I'll do it just for you
You're gonna love it
I am eager to demonstrate my love for you through my actions and words, and I know that you will enjoy it.
Think it's time for us to set a date
I believe that it is time for us to plan our wedding and formalize our commitment to each other.
So much harder for us both to wait, so long
We have been anticipating this moment for a long time and the wait has been difficult for us both.
It's getting strong
And I can't hold it
Our love is growing stronger and I can no longer contain my feelings for you.
I know this kind of love is heaven sent
Our love is a divine gift that was meant to be.
And I've got faith that this was always meant to be
You and me
I have confidence that our love is predestined and that we are meant to be together.
I've got a vision
Of passion's burning fire
I have a clear idea of the intense love and desire that we will share.
I've made a decision
To give you all your desire
I am committed to fulfilling your every desire and making you happy.
I've been thinking 'bout loving you
All night, all day, ain't gonna give you a break
I have been consumed with thoughts of loving you and I will not stop until I have shown you all the love that I have to give.
Our honeymoon will last forever
I hope that you're in shape
For what I'll do
Our love will always be passionate and fulfilling, and I hope that you are ready for all the love-making that I have planned for us.
So what you want me to do?
Tell me what you want from me and I will make it happen.
You know my love is true
You can trust that my love for you is genuine and sincere.
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