Since then, Schuur has become a legend herself. She has been nominated for five and received two GRAMMY® Awards for "Best Jazz Vocalist," as well as headlined many of the world's most prestigious music venues, including Carnegie Hall. Schuur has toured the world and has performed with such greats as Stan Getz, B.B. King, Maynard Ferguson, Ray Charles, Stevie Wonder, and Quincy Jones. She has performed countless times on The Tonight Show, has performed at The GRAMMY’s and at the White House.
Without a Song
Diane Schuur Lyrics
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Without a song the road would never bend
When things go wrong, a man ain't got a friend
Without a song
That field of corn would never see a plow
That field of corn would be deserted now
A man is born but he's no good no-how
I got my troubles and woe but sure as I know that Jordan will roll
I'll get along as long as a song is strong in my soul
I'll never know what makes the rain to fall
I'll never know what makes the grass so tall
I only know there ain't no love at all
Without a song!!
The lyrics to "Without a Song" by Diane Schuur speaks to the importance of music in our lives. The song starts off stating that, without music, the day would never end and the road would never bend. Music has the power to keep us going and keep us motivated, even during difficult times. When things go wrong, music can be a friend to us, helping us to process our emotions and lift our spirits.
The second verse of the song speaks to the value of music in society. The lyrics suggest that, without music, the land would be barren and a man would be born without any worth. This verse is a striking reminder of the significant social and cultural role that music can play in communities. Music can bring people together, create a sense of identity, and provide meaning to people's lives.
The final verse of the song speaks to the mystery of life and how music can help us make sense of it all. The lyrics suggest that there are things in life we may never understand - like why the rain falls or why the grass grows - but music can provide us with a sense of purpose and direction. Without music, there is no love, and without love, life has no meaning.
Line by Line Meaning
Without a song the day would never end
The beauty and joy of life would be lost without the art of music.
Without a song the road would never bend
Music gives color and interest to life's journey and without it life would just be a monotony.
When things go wrong, a man ain’t got a friend
Music can offer comfort, solace, and emotional support in difficult times when friends cannot be found.
Without a song That field of corn would never see a plow
Music inspires creativity, innovation and joy, without it life would be dull and people would not do anything productive.
That field of corn would be deserted now
Without music, there would be no need to work, inspire and create hence everything would be deserted.
A man is born but he's no good no-how Without a song
Music gives us purpose and direction in our lives and without it, life has no meaning.
I got my troubles and woe but sure as I know that Jordan will roll
There is always hope and a brighter future when there is music in a person's soul.
I'll get along as long as a song is strong in my soul
Music can be a source of strength and determination that gets us through life's struggles.
I'll never know what makes the rain to fall
Music holds great mysteries that are unexplainable and gives life's mystery deeper meaning.
I'll never know what makes the grass so tall
Music is a natural wonder that is difficult to fully understand or put into words.
I only know there ain't no love at all Without a song!!
Without music, we would not know what real love is and our lives would not be complete.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: EDWARD ELISCU, BILLY ROSE, VINCENT YOUMANS
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