At the age of 13, Klugh was captivated by the guitar playing of Chet Atkins when he made an appearance on the Perry Como Show. He has since been a guest on several Atkins albums. Atkins, reciprocating as well, joined Earl on his Magic In Your Eyes album. Klugh was also influenced by Bob James, Ray Parker Jr, Wes Montgomery and Laurindo Almeida. His sound is a blend of these jazz, pop and rhythm' and blues influences, forming a potpourri of sweet contemporary music original to only him.
Klugh became a guitar instructor at the young age of 15, and was eventually discovered by Yusef Lateef. His career rapidly progressed to working with the likes of George Benson, George Shearing, Chick Corea, and many others. Like several other Detroit-bred entertainers, Klugh attended Mumford High School (Michigan).
For their album One on One, Klugh and Bob James received a Grammy award for Best Pop Instrumental Performance of 1981. He has since received 13 Grammy nods, millions of record and CD sales, and continues touring worldwide to this day.
Be My Love
Earl Klugh Lyrics
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This need that you and you alone create
Just fill my arms the way you've filled my dreams
The dreams that you inspire with ev'ry sweet desire
Be my love, and with your kisses set me burning
One kiss is all I need to seal my fate
And hand in hand, we'll find love's promised land
There'll be no one but you, for me eternally
Be my love, for no one else can end this yearning
This need that you and you alone create
Just fill my arms the way you've filled my dreams
The dreams that you inspire with ev'ry sweet desire
Be my love, and with your kisses set me burning
One kiss is all I need to seal my fate
And hand in hand, we'll find love's promised land
There'll be no one but you, for me eternally
Earl Klugh's song "Be My Love" is a declaration of love and a plea for the person he desires to reciprocate his feelings. The lyrics express a deep yearning for the love of the person he desires, conveying that they are the only one who can satisfy this longing. The singer pleads with his love interest to fill his arms and complete the desires he has.
The line "Just fill my arms the way you've filled my dreams" is significant as it showcases the love and admiration he has for this individual, who has already occupied his mind and heart. He yearns for her love and affection through her kisses, which he believes can fulfill his fate, and their union will lead them to a promised land of undying love.
The song's catchy tune and soulful lyrics showcase the depth of love the singer has, which is emphasized throughout the song. It is a testament to Earl Klugh's ability to communicate the human emotions of love and yearning. It is a song that moves and touches the hearts of those who listen to it.
Line by Line Meaning
Be my love, for no one else can end this yearning
Please be with me, as nobody else can satisfy this deep longing I have.
This need that you and you alone create
You are the only one who makes me feel this way, and I can't resist this feeling.
Just fill my arms the way you've filled my dreams
I want to hold you tight, just like in my dreams where you have already filled my thoughts.
The dreams that you inspire with ev'ry sweet desire
You inspire me to dream, and your sweet desires create such vivid imagery in my mind.
Be my love, and with your kisses set me burning
Allow me to love you, and let your kisses awaken a passion within me that burns deeply inside.
One kiss is all I need to seal my fate
Your kiss will determine everything for me, and it is all I need for us to proceed deeper into love.
And hand in hand, we'll find love's promised land
Together, let's embark on the journey of love, where we will find the paradise that we have always promised each other.
There'll be no one but you, for me eternally
I only want you. There will never be anyone else but you, forever and ever.
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Written by: Nikolaus Brodszky, Sammy Cahn
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Thomas Mokoena
on Across the Sand
When I first heard this in 1994 I was in school on the radio by non other than ausi Makgotso (aka Mamontha Modise) will make sure that as the program starts I've tuned in and waiting for her to introduce herself, still my favorite.