"I Love You Always Forever" was hugely successful on U.S. radio, staying at number two on the Billboard Hot 100 for nine consecutive weeks and spending thirteen consecutive weeks at number one on the airplay chart. It exceeded one million "spins" on radio to claim its place in music industry history as the most-played single up to that point. The single reached number five on the UK Singles Chart in 1996. The popularity of the song shot Lewis's debut album, Now in a Minute, to platinum status.
Her second LP, Blue Planet, won critical acclaim, but it was largely overlooked by the public. Although it eventually produced a U.S. number-one dance single, "Love Him", Lewis parted ways with Atlantic Records and independently produced her third LP, Be Still, which featured Lewis on an almost entirely acoustic set. Lewis was featured as a guest vocalist on several trance music/house music recordings. Her most recent LP, In the Pink, was release in 2008.
Be Still
Donna Lewis Lyrics
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What can I say
Simply wait
Be still
in the long room
Never satisfied
In the low sun
Dissolving fast
sometimes
It's the back end of the line
what can I do
What can I say
Simply wait
Be still
Be still
Donna Lewis's song "Be Still" is a contemplative piece that touches on themes of patience, uncertainty, and persistence. The opening lines of the song, "What can I do, what can I say, simply wait, be still," emphasize the importance of stillness and patience, even in times when we feel like we can't control our circumstances. The repetition of these lines throughout the song underscores the importance of this message.
The imagery used in the song is also noteworthy. The line "In the long room, never satisfied" creates a sense of restlessness and longing. The mention of the "low sun" and the "circle of light" evoke a sense of transience and the fleeting nature of life. Finally, the line "Sometimes it's the back end of the line" emphasizes the idea that we don't always get what we want when we want it, but that doesn't mean we should stop trying.
Overall, "Be Still" reminds us to find peace in the midst of chaos and to keep pushing forward, even when things feel uncertain.
Line by Line Meaning
What can I do
I am facing a situation where I am uncertain of how to act or not act.
What can I say
I may not have the words to express what I truly feel or believe about this situation.
Simply wait
I must exercise patience and allow time to unfold in order to gain clarity or resolution.
Be still
I must calm my mind and emotions, avoid impulsive or reactive behavior, and find peace in the present moment.
In the long room
Perhaps feeling trapped or confined in a space or situation that seems endless.
Never satisfied
Despite achieving or obtaining certain things, I may still feel unsatisfied or incomplete.
In the low sun
Maybe feeling a sense of sadness or melancholy.
In the circle of light
Perhaps feeling exposed, vulnerable, or judged by others.
Dissolving fast
The situation or circumstance is rapidly changing, diminishing, or coming to an end.
Sometimes
Occasionally, there are moments when things are uncertain or unclear.
It's the back end of the line
Perhaps feeling like I am at the end of my rope, with limited options or resources available.
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