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.
Trains And Boats And Planes
Dionne Warwick Lyrics
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They mean a trip to Paris or Rome
For someone else but not for me
The trains and the boats and planes
Took you away, away from me
We were so in love and high above
We had a star to wish upon
The trains and the boats and planes
Took you away, away from me
You are from another part of the world
You had to go back awhile and then
You said you soon would return again
I'm waiting here like I promised to
I'm waiting here, but where are you
Oh trains and boats and planes took you away
But every time I see them I pray
And if my prayer can cross the sea
The trains and the boats and planes
Will bring back you back, back home to me, whoa
Mmm mmm mmm mmm mmm mmm mmm mmm mmm mmm mmm
Mmm mmm mmm mmm mmm mmm mmm mmm
Mmm mmm mmm mmm mmm mmm mmm mmm
The trains and the boats and planes
Will bring you back, back home to me, whoa, whoa
Mmm mmm mmm mmm mmm mmm mmm mmm mmm mmm mmm
Mmm mmm mmm mmm mmm mmm mmm mmm
Dionne Warwick’s “Trains and Boats and Planes” is a song about distance and the longing to be reunited with a loved one who has been taken away by trains, boats or planes. The singer talks about how these modes of transportation mean a trip to Paris or Rome for someone else, but not for her because they have taken away her lover. The song is full of sorrow and pain and the lyrics are a plea for the return of the one who is dearly missed.
The use of trains, boats, and planes is symbolic in the song. These modes of transportation are a representation of the distance between the singer and her lover. They are also used to establish the idea that the world is a vast place, and distance is significant. The imagery of “trains and boats and planes” conveys the idea that the singer’s lover could be anywhere in the world and that the distance between them is great.
The song’s lyrics reflect the emotions of anyone who has been separated by distance from someone they love. The words “I’m waiting here like I promised to, I’m waiting here, but where are you?” capture the feeling of anticipation, waiting for a loved one to return. Overall, the song is a poignant reminder of how important it is to be close to the people we love, and how distance can make us appreciate them even more.
Line by Line Meaning
Trains and boats and planes are passing by
Various modes of transportation are currently present
They mean a trip to Paris or Rome
These modes of transportation can take people to exotic locations, such as Paris or Rome
For someone else but not for me
Unfortunately, I am not part of the group of people going on these exciting trips
The trains and the boats and planes took you away, away from me
The transportation methods have previously taken someone important away from me and it saddens me to see them pass by
We were so in love and high above
We were deeply in love and felt as though we were above everyone else
We had a star to wish upon
We felt like we had everything we could ever wish for
Wish and dreams come true, but not for me
Unfortunately, our wishes and dreams did not come true in this situation
You are from another part of the world
The person who was taken away by the transportation methods is from a different part of the world
You had to go back awhile and then
The person had to depart for a certain period of time and then planned on returning
You said you soon would return again
They made a promise to return soon
I'm waiting here like I promised to
I am waiting for them to return, just as I promised to
I'm waiting here, but where are you
Despite waiting, the person has not yet returned and I am left wondering where they are
Oh trains and boats and planes took you away
The transportation methods were responsible for taking the person away
But every time I see them I pray
Despite the sadness they bring, I still hope and pray for the person's safe return
And if my prayer can cross the sea
If my prayers are strong enough, maybe they can reach beyond the sea to where the person is
The trains and the boats and planes
The transportation methods that separated us
Will bring back you back, back home to me, whoa
I hope and pray that finally, the transportation methods will bring the person back to me
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: BURT BACHARACH, HAL DAVID, BURT F. BACHARACH
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@wesamelhashem9894
Trains and bloats and planes are passing by
They mean a trip to Paris or Rome
For someone else but not for me
The trains and the boats and planes
Took you away, away from me
We were so in love and high above
We had a star to wish upon
Wish and dreams come true, but not for me
The trains and the boats and planes
Took you away, away from me
You are from another part of the world
You had to go back awhile and then
You said you soon would return again
I'm waiting here like I promised to
I'm waiting here, but where are you
Oh trains and boats and planes took you away
But every time I see them I pray
And if my prayer can cross the sea
The trains and the boats and planes
Will bring back you back, back home to me, whoa
The trains and the boats and planes
Will bring you back, back home to me, whoa, whoa
@miguelagustinlivas1
Trains and bloats and planes are passing by
They mean a trip to Paris or Rome
For someone else but not for me
The trains and the boats and planes
Took you away, away from me
We were so in love and high above
We had a star to wish upon
Wish and dreams come true, but not for me
The trains and the boats and planes
Took you away, away from me
You are from another part of the world
You had to go back awhile and then
You said you soon would return again
I'm waiting here like I promised to
I'm waiting here, but where are you
Oh trains and boats and planes took you away
But every time I see them I pray
And if my prayer can cross the sea
The trains and the boats and planes
Will bring back you back, back home to me, whoa
The trains and the boats and planes
Will bring you back, back home to me, whoa, whoa
@safetydave720
In 1967 I was homeless and hoping to just lie down on the sidewalk and die. I heard this song playing from inside a shop. I stood out front and cried on the sidewalk. 50 years later I still cry over my lost love, but I am happy I made it this far. I love you, people.
@kayhansen1839
I know what you mean this song has special meaning to me too and I have been homeless recently. I used to have the love of my life but he was always leaving for college years ago so whenever I feel particularly sad or whatever I listen to this song My Dog recently died that's why I feel bad tonight
@fayskelley
❤️❤️❤️
@aureliawilliams4911
I am so sorry. I understand how it must of hurt you and so does God.
@safetydave720
@Kay Hansen Love and best wishes for you.
@philipnorris6542
Great to know that you got your life back on track, David.
@general8109
If you love this song you definitely know great music and the finer things in life.
@BenThe-nx3le
I’ve certainly known the finer things n life; now I’m homeless, living n my car, and still I appreciate the finer things n life! Love the music, also!
@theresasousan2124
I agree!!!😊
@victoriajohnson5461
😢Great sad narrative set to melodic music. And great music!❤