Known as the artist who "bridged the gap," Warwick's soulful blend of pop, gospel and R&B music transcended racial, cultural, national, and musical boundaries.
Throughout the 1980's and 1990's, Warwick collaborated with many of her musical peers, including Johnny Mathis, Smokey Robinson, Luther Vandross, Jeffrey Osbourne, Kashif and Stevie Wonder. Warwick was also host of the hit television music show, "Solid Gold." In addition, she recorded several theme songs, including "Champagne Wishes & Caviar Dreams," for the popular television series "Lifestyles of the Rich & Famous," and "The Love Boat," for the hit series from Aaron Spelling. More recently, Warwick recorded her first Christmas album entitled "My Favorite Time of the Year" featured jazzy interpretations of many holiday classics. In 2007, Rhino Records re-released the CD with new cover art, a critically acclaimed Gospel album, "Why We Sing," for Rhino/Warner Records, and a new jazz album, "Only Trust Your Heart," a collection of standards, celebrating the music of legendary composer Sammy Cahn for Sony Red/MPCA Records.
Dionne Warwick has won 5 Grammy Awards during her music career:
• 1969: "Best Female Pop Vocal Performance" for the single, "Do You Know the Way to San Jose?"
• 1971: "Best Female Pop Vocal Performance" for the single, "I'll Never Fall in Love Again"
• 1979: "Best Female R&B Vocal Performance" for the single, "Déjà Vu"
• 1979: "Best Female Pop Vocal Performance" for the single, "I'll Never Love This Way Again"
• 1986: "Best Pop Performance By a Duo or Group With Vocal" for the single, "That's What Friends Are For"
Dionne Warwick was born in a musical family of which numerous superstars arose.
Warwick's sister Dee Dee Warwick had a successful singing career, Warwick's aunt is gospel singer Cissy Houston, and one of Warwick's cousins is Whitney Houston.
Here I Am
Dionne Warwick Lyrics
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All of my life we'll be together from now on
I was afraid but now my doubts and fears have gone
Here I am and here I'll always stay
I'll be wanting you, needing you
Don't let me go a single day without your love
You'll always be the one thing, I am certain now
I can't lose you now that I found you
Please keep my arms wander around you forever
Here I am, here I'll stay
All of my life I'll be what you want me to be
All that I ask is that you just keep loving me
Here I am and here I'll always stay
Close to you, in love with you, my dear
Close to you, in love with you, my dear
Close to you, in love with you, my dear
Close to you, in love with you, my dear
The lyrics to Dionne Warwick's song "Here I Am" convey a strong message of commitment and undying love. The singer expresses that they have overcome their doubts and fears, and now they are fully dedicated to their lover. The opening lines, "Here I am, here I'll stay, All of my life we'll be together from now on" signify a sense of permanence and devotion.
The singer then goes on to express their intense feelings for their lover, stating that they will always want and need them. The lyrics "Please keep my arms wander around you forever" show an urge to hold on tightly to their beloved and never let go. The repetition of "Close to you, in love with you, my dear" emphasizes the strength and depth of the singer's affection.
Overall, the lyrics of "Here I Am" illustrate a deep and unchanging love that will never falter. The singer is committed to their lover and promises to stay by their side forever, through thick and thin. The words reflect a beautiful sentiment of true love and devotion.
Line by Line Meaning
Here I am, here I'll stay
I am here with you now and I will continue to stay with you forever.
All of my life we'll be together from now on
We will spend our lives together from this moment onwards.
I was afraid but now my doubts and fears have gone
I used to be scared, but now I am not.
Here I am and here I'll always stay
I am here with you now and forever.
I'll be wanting you, needing you
I will always want and need you.
Don't let me go a single day without your love
Please show me your love every day.
You'll always be the one thing, I am certain now
I am certain that you will always be the most important thing to me.
Here I am, here I'll always stay
I am here with you now and forever.
I can't lose you now that I found you
I cannot bear to lose you now that I have you.
Please keep my arms wander around you forever
Please let me hold you in my arms forever.
All of my life I'll be what you want me to be
I will always try to be what you want me to be.
All that I ask is that you just keep loving me
All I ask is that you continue to love me.
Here I am and here I'll always stay
I am here with you now and forever.
Close to you, in love with you, my dear
I will always be close to you and in love with you, my dear.
Close to you, in love with you, my dear
I will always be close to you and in love with you, my dear.
Close to you, in love with you, my dear
I will always be close to you and in love with you, my dear.
Close to you, in love with you, my dear
I will always be close to you and in love with you, my dear.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BURT F BACHARACH, HAL DAVID
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Peter Flaherty
The first time I heard it was while watching "What's New Pussycat" on one of my first dates in the golden summer of 1965. Can't say the romance lasted very long, but this lovely, underrated DW song does bring back some bittersweet memories after all these years.
Fidel
I’m watching that movie right now and just heard this song!
sovereignbrother
Those were indeed the days
tiredlawdog
How could ANYONE give this beautiful song a thumbs down??
Ronald
Unfortunately only haters thats who.
Trevor Park
I believe it was a group of feminists. They obviously jumped on the line "All of my life I'll be what you want me to be." Paul Anka caught hell from them when he sang "Havin' my Baby." As did Todd Rundgren's "We Gotta Get You a Woman."
jamie brewer
My god, I could cry all the way through this song..so beautiful..
Mark Weaver
Beautifully sung, produced and arranged. Bacarach and David in their zenith. Music that will stand the test of time.
ConsumerWarrior
Very sentimental song. And a beautiful melody. I give Dionne Warwick a round of applause for such a perfect performance.
James Sullivan
Not a big hit but the voice and clarity is beautiful and a beautiful song she's such a stylist and master she treats her voice like an instrument and knows when and where and how to use it