Ross and Richie recorded the song for Motown, and it was used as the theme for the film Endless Love starring Brooke Shields. Produced by Richie and arranged by Gene Page, Endless Love became the second biggest-selling single of the year in the U.S., staying at number 1 for nine weeks. The soulful composition became the biggest-selling single of Ross' career and her 18th career number-one single, but her last hit on Motown. It was one of several hits for Richie as the 1980s progressed, and led to an Academy Award for Best Original Song nomination for him. It also won a 1982 American Music Award for Favorite Pop/Rock Single.
Sparkle
Diana Ross and 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 made me wanna walk a thousand miles
You let me know that it's so and everything must live
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 lyrics in Diana Ross's song "Sparkle" express the impact of someone special in the singer's life. The first line, "You put the sparkle back in my smile," showcases the influence of this individual in bringing happiness and joy to the singer's life. The following lines, "You made me want to walk a thousand miles / You let me know that it's so and everything must live / Everything must breathe," reveal that this person has also given the singer a newfound sense of purpose and motivation to live fully. However, the mood of the song shifts with the line, "now you say you must leave," foreshadowing that this person's departure will also take away the happiness and joy they have brought.
The second verse further adds to the uncertainty and confusion that the singer is facing. The line "You seemed so content it's a joke / You thought it up the spur of the moment" suggests that the singer's significant other has suddenly decided to leave, despite appearing content before. The singer pleads for an explanation to ease their mind and prevent themselves from losing sleep, conveying their desperation and emotional turmoil.
Line by Line Meaning
You put the sparkle back in my smile
You have reignited my joy and made me smile again.
You made me want to walk a thousand miles
You have given me a renewed sense of purpose and motivation.
You let me know that it's so and everything must live
You have taught me the importance of life and the need for all things to thrive.
Everything must breath, now you say you must leave
You are telling me that you must go, despite the importance of life.
You seemed so content it's a joke
Your decision to leave seems contradictory to your previous happiness.
You thought it up the spur of the moment
Your decision to leave appears to be impulsive and not thought through.
Please ease my mind come on set it right
Please help me understand and make sense of your decision to leave.
'Cause if you don't
If you don't explain, I will be unable to find peace.
I won't sleep a wink tonight
I will be unable to rest or find peace until I understand your decision to leave.
You let me know that it's so and everything must live
You are emphasizing the importance of life and the need for all things to thrive.
Everything must breath, everything must live
All living things must have the opportunity to thrive and grow.
Everything must breath, now you say you wanna leave
Despite the importance of life, you are still choosing to leave.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Nickolas Ashford, Valerie Simpson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Candida Souza
Músicas maravilhosas demais!!!
Maria Aparecida Candiotta
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Deus abençoe... gente boa.
Rokiah Rahman
Beautiful memorable songs lifting the spirits to the Heavens.
ALCEBÍADES LIMA
Show de bola lindas canções!
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Vera Moreira
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Simone Rodrigues
Oh!tempo bom era demais ficar ouvindo essas músicas!eu adoro ouvir músicas antigas que são músicas românticas e lendas é muito bom.♥️♥️♥️🎵🎶📻🎵🎶🎼🎼🎵🎶
Margit Elisane Lisboa
Com certeza essa é a melhor seleção de músicas que encontrei
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EMMANUEL V CLIPS
A time when artists knew how to write and perform fantastic love songs
This was the true Romantic music of the 80s and the 90s
A truly stunning music 😢