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:
โข 1969: "Best Female Pop Vocal Performance" for the single, "Do You Know the Way to San Jose?"
โข 1971: "Best Female Pop Vocal Performance" for the single, "I'll Never Fall in Love Again"
โข 1979: "Best Female R&B Vocal Performance" for the single, "Dรฉjร Vu"
โข 1979: "Best Female Pop Vocal Performance" for the single, "I'll Never Love This Way Again"
โข 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.
Reach Out for Me
Dionne Warwick Lyrics
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And the things that people say
They make you feel so small
They make you feel that
Your heart will just never stop aching
And when you just can't accept
the abuse you are taking
Don't you worry I'll see you through
You just have to reach out for me
I'll be there and I'll comfort you
Oh yes I will
Comfort you and love you
How I'm gonna love you
When good friends prove untrue
And the things they do to you
They make you feel so bad
They make you feel that
You haven't a reason for living
So when you feel you
You could throw in the towel
and just given in
My darlin' reach out for me
Don't you worry I'll see you through
You just have to reach out for me
I'll be there and I'll comfort you
Oh yes I will
Comfort you and love you
How I'm gonna love you
Reach out
Reach out
Reach out
Please reach out
Reach out for me
Reach out
Oh reach out for me
The song "Reach Out for Me" by Dionne Warwick is a beautiful ballad about seeking help from someone when one is feeling sad, lonely, and overwhelmed. The lyrics convey the message that life is full of ups and downs, and sometimes people can hurt us intentionally or unintentionally. When those moments happen, we feel alone and lost. But, we should always remember that there is somebody out there who loves us deeply and is always ready to comfort us. This song encourages us to reach out to such a person who can help us feel better by just being there.
Throughout the song, Warwick talks about various situations in life that can make us feel helpless, such as when people say hurtful things to us, when close friends betray us, or when we feel like giving up. The lyrics remind us that in these difficult moments, we should not hesitate to lean on someone who cares about us, someone who is always ready to help us through the hard times. The chorus "Reach out for me, Don't you worry I'll see you through, You just have to reach out for me, I'll be there and I'll comfort you" is a beautiful reminder that we don't have to face our problems alone and that there is always a helping hand available.
Overall, the song is an eloquent expression of love, compassion, and human connection. It reminds us that we are never alone and that help is always near if we just reach out for it.
Line by Line Meaning
When you go through a day
When you experience a day of difficulties, challenges and hurtful comments from others
And the things that people say
And the hurtful comments made by people around you
They make you feel so small
Those words cause an emotional impact and make you feel insignificant
They make you feel that
It leads you to a state of mind where
your heart will just never stop aching
You experience an intense sadness that you feel will never end
And when you just can't accept
And when it becomes unbearable to tolerate
the abuse you are taking
The constant verbal and emotional abuse directed towards you
Darlin' reach out for me
My dear, don't hesitate to seek my help and support
Don't you worry I'll see you through
You have nothing to worry about as I am going to help you get through this
You just have to reach out for me
All you have to do is ask for help and I am here for you
I'll be there and I'll comfort you
I will be present for you and I will console you
Oh yes I will
I certainly will
Comfort you and love you
I will give you emotional support and show you love
How I'm gonna love you
This is how much I care about you
When good friends prove untrue
When close friends show their disloyalty towards you
And the things they do to you
And the hurtful things they say or do towards you
They make you feel so bad
Those actions cause an emotional impact and make you feel worthless
They make you feel that
It leads you to a state of mind where
You haven't a reason for living
It makes you feel that life is meaningless and you have no purpose
So when you feel you
Therefore, when you experience
You could throw in the towel
You feel like giving up and quitting
and just given in
And succumbing to despair
My darlin' reach out for me
My beloved, you're not alone, I'm here for you
Reach out
Please, seek support from me
Please reach out
Don't hesitate to ask for help from me
Reach out for me
Seek my help and support, I am here for you
Oh reach out for me
Please seek my help and support, I am here to assist you
Lyrics ยฉ BMG Rights Management
Written by: BURT BACHARACH, HAL DAVID, BURT F. BACHARACH
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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When you go through a day
And the things that people say
They make you feel so small
They make you feel that
Your heart will just never stop aching
And when you just can't accept the abuse you are taking
Darling reach out for me. Don't you worry I'll see you through
You just have to reach out for me
I'll be there and I'll comfort you
Oh yes I will
Comfort you and love you
How I'm gonna love youWhen good friends prove untrue
And the things they do to you
They make you feel so bad
They make you feel that
You haven't a reason for living
So when you feel, you
Throw in the towel and just give in
Darling reach out for meDon't you worry I'll see you through
You just have to reach out for me
I'll be there and I'll comfort you
Oh yes I will
Comfort you and love you
How I'm gonna love you
Read more:ย Burt Bacharach - Reach Out For Me Lyrics | MetroLyrics
@vgrandy95
I have always loved Dionne, because her voice matched with those beautiful songs were absolutely magical
@TheSeedal
love this song I used to sing it in the seventh grade in 1969 when kids would pick on me at school. I d pretend God was singing it to me, plus a great up lifting song.
@blueblackred2996
He was singing it to you. He knew you were beautiful.
@johnlavery6116
Great version of this classic...Greetings from Ireland
@geoffkrikorian54
Thank you for sharing that. I've always loved this song and have it on LP.
@groovy1937
I still sing this song now.
@lindaamaral1191
That's such a sweet story...
@ianjackson7948
Dionne Warwick, Burt Bacharach and Hal David...it will never get better than this
@suzyflorida1193
NEVER NEVER EVER!
@davidallen5776
She did it first!