Barlow's first album, Sings, was released in 1998. She has received seven nominations for Canada's Juno Awards with her album Seule ce soir winning for best Jazz Vocal Recording in 2013 and Clear Day winning the same award in 2016. Seule ce soir also won Album of the Year – Jazz Interpretation at the 2013 ADISQ Awards. Barlow was also nominated for the Jack Richardson Producer of the Year Award at the 2016 Juno Awards.
Barlow was named Female Vocalist of the Year at the 2008 National Jazz Awards. She has named as influences Ella Fitzgerald, Tony Bennett, and Stevie Wonder.
Barlow has voiced various characters for animated television series, including Sailor Mars and Sailor Venus in Sailor Moon, Courtney, Laurie and Ellody in the Total Drama series, Chrissy in 6teen, Mrs. Ridgemount in Stoked, Bunny in Almost Naked Animals and Theresa Falcone (MacDougall) in Fugget About It.
Born in Toronto to parents who were professional musicians, Barlow grew up in recording studios and by age seven had begun a career singing television and radio commercials.
She was encouraged by her parents to sing and study several instruments including piano, cello, clarinet, and violin. Barlow studied voice at the Etobicoke School of Arts and music theory and arranging at Humber College.
Barlow's grandfathers were ventriloquist Cy Leonard and actor Bob Homme (who played The Friendly Giant). Her father is award-winning jazz drummer Brian Barlow (aka Brian Leonard). Her mother, Judy Tate, is a composer, arranger and singer. Her uncle was Richard Homme, a Canadian jazz bassist who died 6 May 2011.
Our Love Is Here To Stay
Emilie-Claire Barlow Lyrics
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Not for a year but ever and a day
The radio and the telephone and the movies that we know
May just be passing fancies and in time may go
But oh, my dear, our love is here to stay
Together we're going a long, long way
In time the Rockies may crumble, Gibraltar may tumble
But our love is here to stay
In time the Rockies may crumble, Gibraltar may tumble
They're only made of clay
But our love is here to stay
The lyrics to Emilie-Claire Barlow's "Our Love Is Here To Stay" convey a deep sense of commitment and steadfastness in a relationship. The first verse emphasizes the permanence of their love, as compared to the fleeting trends and technologies of the world around them. It's clear that their love will last not just for a year, but for "ever and a day". The second stanza highlights the resilience of their love, asserting that even natural wonders like the Rockies and Gibraltar may falter, but their love will remain. The repetition of this final line underlines the unwavering strength of their bond.
The song's message of long-lasting love and commitment is further emphasized by Barlow's smooth and sultry vocals, which imbue the lyrics with an intimate and romantic tone. The melody, based on a George Gershwin tune, adds to the nostalgia and timeless feel of the song. Overall, "Our Love Is Here To Stay" celebrates the power of love to transcend time and withstand any challenges that may arise.
Line by Line Meaning
It's very clear, our love is here to stay
Our love is unmistakably enduring and will remain present.
Not for a year but ever and a day
Our love will not be short-lived; it will last forever.
The radio and the telephone and the movies that we know
The various types of media and entertainment that we consume may have temporary popularity, but they will not last like our love will.
May just be passing fancies and in time may go
The aforementioned forms of media and entertainment may lose their appeal and become irrelevant as time progresses - unlike our love.
But oh, my dear, our love is here to stay
The singer once again reaffirms that their love is enduring.
Together we're going a long, long way
The couple is committed to each other and will continue to grow together in their love.
In time the Rockies may crumble, Gibraltar may tumble
Even natural formations like mountains and rock formations may one day cease to exist, but our love will not be affected.
They're only made of clay
The previously mentioned natural formations are fragile and will eventually crumble, just like any other physical objects.
But our love is here to stay
The singer restates that their love is enduring and will not be swayed or diminished by the passage of time.
Lyrics © RALEIGH MUSIC PUBLISHING, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: George Gershwin, Ira Gershwin
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