His specialty ranges from R&B and pop to gospel. Although born in Norfolk, Virginia, Holman later grew up in New York. His mother, noticing that he loved to sing, even as early as the age of two, introduced him to the piano and the guitar, where he quickly revealed a natural aptitude. His abilities, however, were confined mostly to church and family gatherings until 1956. It was then, at the age of ten, that Little Eddie Holman stepped onto the stage on Amateur Night at the Apollo Theater and showed his smooth tenor voice. His victory at the Apollo began to open many other doors for the young prodigy. Soon, Holman was performing at theaters on Broadway and even at Carnegie Hall. Not wanting her son to miss any opportunity, his mother was able to get him enrolled at the Victoria School of Music in Harlem. At Victoria, he learned the technical craft of music and began to blossom. In 1962, Holman made his first record.
As a teenager, Holman and his family moved to Philadelphia. After graduating from high school, he attended Cheyney State University where he graduated with a degree in music. It was in the Philadelphia soul scene that he began to develop his trademark style. While still in college, he recorded his first hit record, "This Can't Be True" (1965). Other hits began to follow: "Am I A Loser From The Start" (1966), "I Love You" (1969), "Don't Stop Now" (1970), and "Cathy Called" (1970). After singing with the Philadelphia groups The Delfonics and The Stylistics, Holman finally struck personal gold in 1970 with his ballad, "Hey There Lonely Girl" (originally "Hey There Lonely Boy" recorded in 1963 by Ruby and the Romantics), which peaked at number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The track peaked at number 4 in the UK Singles Chart in November 1974. It sold over one million copies, and was awarded a gold disc from the R.I.A.A. in March 1970.
British journalist Tony Cummings once wrote, "Eddie Holman's voice, an astonishing precision instrument which can leap octaves with the speed of mercury and bend notes into shapes unimagined by lesser singers, has assured its possessor a place in soul history."[citation needed]
In 1977, Eddie had a brief resurgence in popularity with his last two hit singles, "This Will Be A Night To Remember" and "You Make My Life Complete".
Eddie Holman and his wife Sheila have three children. He is an ordained Baptist minister who uses his musical talents both as a tool of entertainment and as a medium to proclaim the message of Jesus Christ. He believes that his talent is a gift from God and therefore must be used to glorify his Maker. Furthermore, it is his belief "that those who are blessed with creative talent have a responsibility to encourage personal accountability and to set the best example possible because of the powerful influence that they have on the lives of so many young ones."
Today, Holman owns his own record label (Agape Records) and music publishing company (Schoochiebug Music Publishing). He also continues to tour with the Eddie Holman Band. He still resides in Philadelphia, and spends time as a local community volunteer helping reach out to those less fortunate. He also works within the Philadelphia School System encouraging young people to become involved in the performing arts. During the summer of 2007, Holman performed weekly for the passengers abroad the MS Sun Princess cruise ship while it was en route to the inside passage of Alaska.
Hey There Lonely Girl
Eddie Holman Lyrics
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Let me make your broken heart like new
Hey there lonely girl, lonely girl
Don't you know this lonely boy loves you
Ever since he broke your heart you seem so lost
Each time you pass my way
Oh, how I long to take your hand
Hey there lonely girl, my lonely girl
Let me make your broken heart like new
Hey there lonely girl, lonely girl
Don't you know this lonely boy loves you
You think that only his two lips can kiss your lips
And make your heart stand still
But once you're in my arms you'll see
No one can kiss your lips the way I will
The way I will
Hey there lonely girl, lonely girl
Let me make your broken heart like new
Hey there lonely girl, lonely girl
Don't you know this lonely boy loves you
Don't you know this lonely boy loves you
You
Hey there lonely, lonely, lonely lonely girl (lonely girl, lonely girl)
The lyrics to Eddie Holman's song "Hey There Lonely Girl" tell a story of a boy who sees a girl he cares deeply for struggling after a recent heartbreak. He longs to comfort her and promises to heal her broken heart. The girl seems lost and unable to move on from her previous relationship, but the boy sees something in her that he knows he can fix. He begs her to let him in, and assures her that no one else can kiss her the way he will.
The song's lyrics are simple but powerful, as they convey the universal human desire for love, comfort, and healing. The boy's yearning to be with the girl and alleviate her pain is palpable throughout the song, and it's easy to empathize with both his vulnerability and his confidence in being the one to make her happy again.
Overall, the song speaks to the idea that love can be a powerful force in overcoming heartbreak and loneliness. It suggests that, despite the pain of a recent breakup, there's always someone else out there who can make us feel loved and valued again.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey there lonely girl, lonely girl
The singer addresses the girl, acknowledging her loneliness.
Let me make your broken heart like new
He offers to help her heal after having her heart broken by someone else.
Don't you know this lonely boy loves you
The singer confesses his love for the lonely girl and hopes she reciprocates.
Ever since he broke your heart you seem so lost
The singer recognizes how heartbreak has affected the girl and caused her to feel lost.
Each time you pass my way, Oh, how I long to take your hand
He longs to provide comfort and support to her whenever he sees her.
And say don't cry, I'll kiss your tears away
He wants to be there for her and be a source of emotional support during her times of sadness.
You think that only his two lips can kiss your lips
The girl believes that only the person who broke her heart can provide her with love and affection.
And make your heart stand still
She believes that his love is so powerful that it can make her heart stop beating.
But once you're in my arms you'll see
The singer believes that if the girl gives him a chance, she will see that he can love her just the same, if not better.
No one can kiss your lips the way I will, The way I will
He assures her that he can love her better than anyone else and fulfill her needs.
Hey there lonely girl, my lonely girl
He reminds her that they are both lonely and can overcome their sadness together.
Don't you know this lonely boy loves you
He reaffirms his love for her and hopes she will return his feelings.
You
The singer speaks directly to the girl once again, emphasizing his love for her.
Hey there lonely, lonely, lonely lonely girl (lonely girl, lonely girl)
The song ends with a repetition of the opening line, emphasizing the girl's loneliness and the singer's desire to help her overcome it.
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Written by: LEON CARR, EARL SHUMAN
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