Dianne came from a very musical family. Her father, who died when she was two years old, was also a singer. Her mother, Vada Swanson, played trumpet. A cousin, George Duke is a well known piano and keyboard player and producer.
Dianne and her sister Sharon were raised by their grandmother in Denver, Colorado. As a child Dianne took piano lessons and sang at every opportunity. When she was 11 years old her interest in music was enhanced by an inspiring teacher who thought that music was the best way to bring students together. Dianne discovered a love of music and that she wanted to be a singer.
Her uncle, Charles Burell, a bass player with the Denver Symphony Orchestra, introduced her to the music of jazz singers, from Ella Fitzgerald to Billie Holiday. She was especially impressed by Sarah Vaughan.
1974
At the age of sixteen she was singing at the George Washington Highschool in Denver, in a highschool bigband. That same year the band played at a music festival (Convention of the National Association of Jazz Educators). Her Band won first place and it was there she met the trumpeter Clark Terry, who after discovering her became her mentor.
1975
A year later she began studying music at the University of Denver, before she moving in 1976 to Los Angeles. In L.A. her interest in Latin-American music grew, and she began experimenting with different kinds of vocal music and finally decided to pursue a career as a singer. She met Eduardo del Barrio, and she toured with his group "Caldera" and sang in Billy Child's jazz band "Night Flights". Later she tour with Sergio Mendes.
From 1983 until 1986 she toured with Harry Belafonte as a lead singer. This period saw her first experiences with world music. In 1987 she became the first vocalist to sign with Blue Note records. She moved back to Denver from Los Angeles in 1992. She sang at the closing ceremony of the 2002 Winter Olympic Games in Salt Lake City.
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Grammy Awards
She has currently won 3 Grammy Awards for "Best Jazz Vocal Performance" for her albums
2001 In the Moment
2002 The Calling
2003 A Little Moonlight
2006 Good Night, And Good Luck (Soundtrack)
She is the only singer to have won this Grammy in three consecutive years.
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Discography
1977 - Welcome to My Love
1987 - Better Days
1988 - I Remember
1990 - Never Too Far
1991 - Dianne Reeves (same as Better Days)
1993 - Art & Survival
1994 - Quiet After the Storm
1996 - The Grand Encounter
1996 - Palo Alto Sessions
1997 - That Day
1997 - New Morning (live)
1999 - Bridges... produced by George Duke.
2000 - In The Moment (live)
2001 - The Calling: Celebrating Sarah Vaughan
2002 - Best of Dianne Reeves
2003 - A Little Moonlight
2004 - Christmas Time is Here
2005 - Good Night, And Good Luck (Soundtrack)
Over The Weekend
Dianne Reeves Lyrics
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Over the weekend
Must have a change from the sight of this strange lonely town
Over the weekend
Far from the noise of the crowd
There must be some place for me
Where I can shout to the clouds
High on a mountain top
Time and the world will stop, I know what ill find
Love uninhibited, nothing prohibited
If its insane I don't care, let me lost my mind
Monday will seem as unreal as a dream in the night
Over the weekend
Back on the train I could never explain my delight
Over the week end
Will I have any regrets
Back in the hole in the wall?
How long before I could get
The thrill of it all?
I think that I can hold on
To love when it's over and gone
I'll let the curtain descend
Over the weekend
Oh, oh, what a dream, what at time, oh, what a day
Oh, love, love, love
I know, I know, I know
I know, I know
I wanna shout from the highest mountain top
Oh, what a night, it was right
Right here, right now
The lyrics to Dianne Reeves’ song “Over The Weekend” depict a character who is feeling disillusioned with their current surroundings and decides to embark on a trip to banish the loneliness and monotony of daily life. They pack their crib and go on a journey with the hope of finding freedom and love uninhibited. The lyrics paint a picture of a person who wants to “shout to the clouds” and will take whatever opportunities come their way, even if it means losing their mind. The character is fully aware that the feelings of excitement and thrill may be short-lived but feels that it’s worth it.
The chorus of the song highlights the thrill and excitement of the weekend trip, as the character imagines how Monday will be "unreal as a dream in the night." The character expresses their hope that they will be able to hold onto the feeling of love and freedom even after the weekend has come and gone. The song’s imagery invokes the idea of escaping into nature and finding solace there.
Overall, “Over The Weekend” is a song that speaks to the universal desire for adventure and a break from routine, as well as the hope that we can hold onto the joy and experiences gained when we step outside of our comfort zones.
Line by Line Meaning
Packing my crib and I'm taking a trip out of town
I am packing my belongings and traveling outside of this place
Over the weekend
For the duration of the weekend
Must have a change from the sight of this strange lonely town
I need something different from the sights and loneliness of this place
Over the weekend
During the weekend
Far from the noise of the crowd
I want to go somewhere without any distractions or commotion
There must be some place for me
I am determined to find a suitable location
Where I can shout to the clouds
A place where I can express myself freely
Shout that I'm free
Expressing my freedom of choice and thought
High on a mountain top
In an elevated place
Time and the world will stop, I know what ill find
In this place, time moves slowly and the world seems to cease
Love uninhibited, nothing prohibited
Choosing to love without any restrictions or limitations
If its insane I don't care, let me lost my mind
Even if it is considered irrational, I am willing to do it anyways
Monday will seem as unreal as a dream in the night
After experiencing all of this, the reality of Monday will appear surreal and obscure
Back on the train I could never explain my delight
While returning on the train, I will never be able to articulate my happiness
Over the week end
During the course of the weekend
Will I have any regrets
Might I look back and regret any of my choices?
Back in the hole in the wall?
When I return to my mundane life
How long before I could get
How much time will it take for me to experience
The thrill of it all?
The excitement and adventure of it all?
I think that I can hold on
I believe that I can continue to hold onto
To love when it's over and gone
The feeling of love even after it has passed
I'll let the curtain descend
I'll accept the end of it all
Over the weekend
During the weekend
Oh, oh, what a dream, what at time, oh, what a day
What a magnificent dream, incredible moment, unforgettable day
Oh, love, love, love
Oh, the feeling of adoration
I know, I know, I know
Confident in my feelings
I wanna shout from the highest mountain top
I yearn to express my emotions at the top of a large peak
Oh, what a night, it was right
What a remarkable night, it felt perfect
Right here, right now
In this exact moment, right here
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BROOKS, MCCARTHY JR.
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Medusa TheGoddess
''Far from the noise of the crowd... there must be some place for me..." Great Musician stru!!
Maja Rios
beautiful
Maja Rios
beautiful