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Sparkle
Diana Ross & Lionel Richie Lyrics
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You made me want to walk a thousand miles
You let me know that it's so
And everything must live
Everything must breath
Now you say you must leave
You put the sparkle back in my smile, ooh baby
You let me know that it's so
And everything must live
Everything must breath
Now you say you must leave
Just the other day
You seemed so content
It's a joke
You thought it up the spur of the moment
Please ease my mind
Come on set it right
'Cause if you don't
I won't sleep a wink tonight
You put the sparkle back in my smile, ooh baby
You made me wanna walk a thousand miles
You let me know that it's so
And everything must live
Everything must breath
Now you say you must leave
You let me know that it's so
And everything must live
Everything must breath
Everything must live
Everything must breath
Now you say you wanna leave
The song "Sparkle" by Diana Ross and Lionel Richie is a love song that expresses the singer's deep affection and appreciation for their partner. The opening lines describe how the singer's significant other has brought joy and happiness back into their life, symbolized by the metaphorical sparkle in their smile. The singer is so grateful that they feel willing to go a thousand miles for their loved one. The lyrics also suggest that life and all living things must continue to move forward and thrive, but ironically, their partner is now planning to leave. The next few lines reveal the singer's anxiety and desperation as they implore their lover to stay, assuring them that if they leave, the singer will not be able to rest peacefully. The final lines repeat the theme of life and breath, emphasizing again how important it is to keep moving forward despite the pain of heartbreak and loss.
One interesting fact about "Sparkle" is that it was originally written as a duet between Lionel Richie and Aretha Franklin. However, Franklin turned it down, and the song was later reworked and recorded with Diana Ross for the 1976 film "Sparkle," in which Ross starred. Another fun fact is that "Sparkle" was covered by R&B group Cameo in the 1980s, becoming a moderate hit in the US and UK. The song has also been performed by countless other artists over the years, including Whitney Houston and Celine Dion. Additionally, the film version of "Sparkle" featuring Diana Ross and this song on the soundtrack was remade in 2012 with Jordin Sparks in the lead role.
Line by Line Meaning
You put the sparkle back in my smile
You rekindled my joie de vivre and made me far more optimistic.
You made me want to walk a thousand miles
You stimulated my adventure-seeking spirit and my desire to explore new places.
You let me know that it's so
You communicated to me a vital truth or important fact that I had to acknowledge.
And everything must live
Everything must have a chance at life, whether it's a person, animal, or even a plant.
Everything must breath
All living things require oxygen and the ability to take in air.
Now you say you must leave
But now you say that you have to depart, leaving me wondering why.
Just the other day
Not that long ago, a recent point in time.
You seemed so content
You appeared happy and satisfied, without any concerns or worries.
It's a joke
It's not serious or real, only meant to be humorous or satirical.
You thought it up the spur of the moment
You came up with it spontaneously, without any premeditation or forethought.
Please ease my mind
Please alleviate my worries or apprehension about the situation.
Come on set it right
Please make amends or correct what went wrong in the situation.
‘Cause if you don't
Because if you don't take action or reach a resolution, something bad or negative will happen.
I won't sleep a wink tonight
I will be unable to get any rest or sleep, preoccupied with thoughts of what might happen.
You let me know that it's so
You communicated to me a vital truth or important fact that I had to acknowledge.
And everything must live
Everything must have a chance at life, whether it's a person, animal, or even a plant.
Everything must breath
All living things require oxygen and the ability to take in air.
Everything must live
Everything must have a chance at life, whether it's a person, animal, or even a plant.
Everything must breath
All living things require oxygen and the ability to take in air.
Now you say you wanna leave
But now you say that you have to depart, leaving me wondering why.
Contributed by Jasmine M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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My love, there's only you in my life
The only thing that's right
My first love
You're every breath that I take
You're every step I make
And I, I want to share
All my love with you
No one else will do
And your eyes, your eyes, your eyes
They tell me how much you care
Ooh, yes
You will always be
My endless love
Two hearts
Two hearts that beat as one
Our lives have just begun
Forever (oh)
I'll hold you close in my arms
I can't resist your charms
And love, oh love
I'll be a fool for you I'm sure
You know I don't mind (oh)
You know I don't mind
'Cause you
You mean the world to me (oh)
I know, I know
I've found, I've found in you
My endless love
Ohh
Boom, boom
Boom, boom, boom boom, boom, boom
Boom, boom, boom boom, boom
Oh, and love oh, love
I'll be that fool for you I'm sure
You know I don't mind
Oh, you know I don't mind
And, yes
You'll be the only one
'Cause no one can deny
This love I have inside
And I'll give it all to you
My love, my love, my love
My endless love
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Lyrics
My love, there's only you in my life
The only thing that's bright
My first love,
You're every breath that I take
You're every step I make
And I, I want to share
All my love with you
No one else will do
And your eyes, your eyes, your eyes
They tell me how much you care
Ooh yes,
You will always be
My endless love
Two hearts,
Two hearts that beat as one
Our lives have just begun
Forever (Oh)
I'll hold you close in my arms
I can't resist your charms
And love, oh love
I'll be a fool, for you I'm sure
You know I don't mind (Oh)
You know I don't mind
'Cause you,
You mean the world to me (Oh)
I know I know
I've found, I've found in you
My endless love
Ohh
Boom, boom,
Boom, boom,…
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