The show starred brother and sister pop duo Donny Osmond and Marie Osmond. Donny had first become popular singing in a music group with his brothers, The Osmonds, and Marie was one of the youngest singers to reach #1 on the Billboard Country Music charts (with "Paper Roses", in 1973). The siblings were given the show by ABC-TV President Fred Silverman after he saw the duo co-host a week on The Mike Douglas Show which followed their series of popular remakes of oldies, such as "I'm Leaving It (All) Up To You," "Morning Side Of The Mountain," "Deep Purple" and "Make The World Go Away."
Donny & Marie consisted mainly of an ice skating number intro, comedy skits, followed by songs performed by the duo. The most famous song performed on the show was "I'm A Little Bit Country, I'm a Little Bit Rock and Roll", which formed the basis of a weekly segment in which Marie ("a little bit country") would trade off singing a country music song with Donny ("I'm a little bit rock and roll")) singing a rock and roll song. Each episode concluded with a musical finale and a cascade of balloons from the ceiling, matched to the colors of the sets and costumes. Donny and Marie would then sing their trademark closing song, "May Tomorrow Be a Perfect Day".
Originally, the show was created by Sid & Marty Krofft and videotaped in Los Angeles at KTLA Studios, but creative control of the show was given to the Osmonds after a long battle, and Donny & Marie was moved to the Osmond Studios in Orem, Utah in November 1977. The first episode produced in Utah was the 1977 Christmas Show.[citation needed]
The show's popularity declined after it was revealed that teen heartthrob Donny was dating (and eventually married) fellow Utahn Debbie Glenn, therefore taking him 'off the market' of eligible bachelors. According to an edition of the VH1 series Behind the Music, many female viewers started to tune out at this point. The series also underwent a format change in the final season, eliminating segments such as the ice skaters and country/rock-n-roll segments in favor of more concert-style disco numbers. The show was also retitled The Osmond Family Show near the end, as the program increasingly featured members of Donny and Marie's family.
The 1980-1981 TV season featured Marie with a Bob Mackie fashion make-over and starring in her own solo variety series on NBC called Marie. Soon after, she became co-host of the reality TV program, Ripley's Believe It or Not.
Donny and Marie joined together again in 1998 to co-host Donny & Marie (also known as The Donny and Marie Hour and The Donny and Marie Show), a talk show that ran for two seasons.
Donny & Marie was a 1998 talk show hosted by Donny and Marie Osmond. The show ended in June of 2000. The show had a "house band," featuring Jerry Williams (musical director/keyboards), Kat Dyson (guitar), Paul Peterson (bass), and Nick Vincent (drums).
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I Swear
Donny & Marie Osmond Lyrics
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I know what's weighing on your mind
You can be sure I know my part
Cause I stand beside you through the years
You'll only cry those happy tears
And though I make mistakes
I'll never break your heart
And the stars in the sky I'll be there
I swear like a shadow that's by your side I'll be there
For better or worse
Till death do us part
I'll love you with every beat of my heart
And I swear
I'll give you everything I can
I'll build your dreams with these two hands
We'll hang some memories on the wall
And when there's silver in your hair
Won't have to ask if I still care
Cause as the time turns the page
My love won't age at all
And I swear (I swear) by the moon
And the stars in the sky I'll be there
I swear like a shadow that's by your side
I'll be there
For better or worse
Till death do us part
I'll love you with every beat of my heart
And I swear
Oh I swear by the moon
And the stars in the sky I'll be there
I swear (I swear) like a shadow that's by your side
I'll be there
For better or worse
Till death do us part I'll love you
With every single beat of my heart
I swear
I swear
I swear
The song "I Swear" by Donny & Marie is a beautiful declaration of love and devotion. The song is about standing by someone through thick and thin and loving them unconditionally. The lyrics depict the singer's willingness to take on any challenge with their partner and stand by them no matter what happens. The use of the phrase "I swear" throughout the song gives a powerful and heartfelt feeling and intensifies the promises made.
In the first verse, the singer promises to be there for their partner through the years and pledges to never break their heart. They acknowledge that they're not perfect, but they will always love and stand by their partner. The chorus of the song is a repetition of the phrase "I swear," symbolizing the singer's unwavering commitment and dedication to their loved one. The second verse promises to give everything they can to their partner, build their dreams together and create memories that they can cherish forever. The final verse talks about growing old together and promising to keep loving their partner as time goes on.
Overall, "I Swear" is a timeless classic love song that expresses a deep and genuine sense of dedication and love to someone special.
Line by Line Meaning
I see the questions in your eyes
I am attuned to your thoughts and feelings, even before you express them verbally.
I know what's weighing on your mind
I understand your current concerns and mental burdens.
You can be sure I know my part
I am dedicated to my role and responsibilities in our relationship.
Cause I stand beside you through the years
I am a constant source of support and loyalty, no matter how much time passes.
You'll only cry those happy tears
I will do my utmost to make sure that, whenever possible, I am the cause of your joy and contentment.
And though I make mistakes
I am not flawless, and I may err from time to time.
I'll never break your heart
Despite any mistakes I make, I will never intentionally cause you emotional harm or disregard your feelings.
I swear by the moon
I make this promise earnestly and with great conviction, as symbolized by the celestial body of the moon.
And the stars in the sky I'll be there
I will always be present in your life, like the eternal stars in the sky.
I swear like a shadow that's by your side I'll be there
Just as a shadow never leaves a person's side, I will remain steadfast and devoted to you.
For better or worse
No matter what life brings our way, I am fully committed to standing by your side.
Till death do us part
My love and devotion to you will never expire, even upon physical death.
I'll love you with every beat of my heart
My love for you is unwavering and will extend through every moment of my existence.
I'll give you everything I can
I will expend all effort and resources towards making you a part of my life that is fulfilling in every possible way.
I'll build your dreams with these two hands
Together, we will work towards fulfilling your aspirations, with my unwavering support and assistance.
We'll hang some memories on the wall
We will cherish and preserve those moments that have brought us joy by creating tangible mementos of them to adorn our living space.
And when there's silver in your hair
As we progress through life together, and we begin to age, my love for you will not also age but rather adapt to the changes.
Won't have to ask if I still care
Our love for each other will remain as strong as ever, and you will always know the extent of my devotion without ever having to question it.
Cause as the time turns the page
The passage of time and life's events will not diminish my feelings for you.
My love won't age at all
The purity and intensity of my love will remain unaffected by age or the passage of time.
Oh I swear by the moon
As a reaffirmation of my prior promise, I reiterate my solemn vow with even more conviction and intensity.
I swear (I swear) like a shadow that's by your side
I willingly commit myself to our bond time and again, promising to protect and support you just like a shadow partners a person wherever they go.
For better or worse
No matter what adversities we face, I am committed to spending my life with you and supporting you through every obstacle.
Till death do us part I'll love you
My love for you is so strong that even physical death won't weaken it.
With every single beat of my heart
My devotion to you is perpetual, infusing every heartbeat with the strength of my commitment and loyalty.
I swear
I promise you all these things wholeheartedly and with conviction.
I swear
I am once again reaffirming my commitment to you and our relationship.
I swear
I vow to remain devoted to you for as long as I live.
Lyrics © THE MUSIC GOES ROUND, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Gary Baker, Frank Myers
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Teressa J
I love this song!
Manuel J. Herrera
Minions' version is much better! Hahaha!
Starladodge
This looked HORRIBLE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I LOVE this song by John Michael Montgomery, but Donny And Marie do it good, but does someone else have this video better than this and the whole version of this song?!?! I'd LOVE to see it!! Thank you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!