Evelyn King was born on July 1, 1960, in New York, New York, and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She is one of eight children. Her uncle Avon Long had played the part of Sportin' Life in the first Broadway revival of Porgy and Bess and worked with Lena Horne at the Cotton Club. Her father sang back-up for groups at Harlem's Apollo Theater. Her mother managed a group called Quality Red.
King was discovered as a young woman while working with her mother at Philadelphia International Records as an office cleaner. Producer Theodore T. Life overheard her singing in a washroom and began coaching her. She was eventually signed to a production deal with Life's Galaxy Productions and a recording contract with RCA Records.[5]
In 1990, King married smooth jazz guitarist Freddie Fox. In 1997, she lost three family members to various illnesses. In 1987 her daughter Johnniea was born with brain damage and other health problems, dying two years later.[6]
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I Can't Stand It
Evelyn "Champagne" King Lyrics
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One look and he just chills me
The Romeo of romance
Makes Juliet jump out of her... (Whoo!)
All the girls say he's son fine
They envy me 'cause he's all mine
He often calls me up to say:
"Hey, baby, you just made my day!"
I can't stand it
Ooh, he's so fierce
Don't stop it, baby
I can't stand it
No, don't you stop it, baby
Give it all to me
Please, don't ever stop
Keep it comin', baby
He sends me in a frenzy
Gives me good and plenty
Never questions this or that
(Well, I guess)
I just got it like that
He worships, he adores me
He just downright spoils me
Ooh, I just can't get enough
Tell it, tell it!
Why? So you can get my stuff?
I can't stand it
Ooh, he's so fierce
Don't stop it, baby
I can't stand it
No, don't you stop it, baby
Give it all to me
I can't stand it
Ooh, he's so fierce
Don't stop it, baby
I can't stand it
No, don't you stop it, baby
Give it all to me, oh, baby
Please, don't ever stop
Keep it comin', baby
Don't stop it, baby
Give it all to me
Don't stop it, baby
Give it all to me
(I can't stand it)
Don't stop it, baby
Give it all to me
(I can't stand it)
Don't stop it, baby
Give it all to me
(I can't stand it)
Don't stop it, baby
Give it all to me
(I can't stand it)
Keep it, keep it, baby
Give it all to me
(I can't stand it)
Oh, it's so good, baby
Give it all to me
The lyrics to Evelyn "Champagne" King's song "I Can't Stand It" speak of the singer’s adoration for her significant other. She describes how he sends her into a frenzy with his attention and affection. The singer describes him as the "Romeo of romance" and herself as his "Juliet." She also mentions how other girls are envious of her relationship, but she is glad that he is hers. He calls her up just to tell her how much he appreciates her, which clearly makes her feel great.
The chorus of the song, in which she repeats "I can't stand it" and "give it all to me," implies that the singer is so in love with this man and his attention that she can't get enough. The lyrics suggest that he spoils her, and she loves it. The repetition of "Don't stop it, baby" and "Give it all to me" further emphasizes the singer's desire for her significant other's affection.
The song has an upbeat disco sound, typical of the '80s when it was released. The lyrics allow people to dance and have fun while following the story of the singer's adoration for her partner. Overall, the lyrics of "I Can't Stand It" by Evelyn "Champagne" King convey the singer's intense love and affection for her significant other.
Line by Line Meaning
Ooh, that boy just kills me
This guy I'm into is everything to me, he makes my heart race.
One look and he just chills me
Even just a glance from him makes me feel calm and at ease.
The Romeo of romance
He is the epitome of what every woman wants in a partner, smooth and charming.
Makes Juliet jump out of her... (Whoo!)
He's so irresistible that even Shakespeare's iconic heroine would swoon for him.
All the girls say he's son fine
Other women recognize his good looks and appeal.
They envy me 'cause he's all mine
I feel lucky and proud to have him as my guy, and other ladies are jealous.
He often calls me up to say:
"Hey, baby, you just made my day!"
He frequently calls to let me know how much he appreciates me.
I can't stand it
Ooh, he's so fierce
Don't stop it, baby
I can't stand it
No, don't you stop it, baby
Give it all to me
I'm overwhelmed by how much I desire him, and I want him to keep giving me everything he's got.
Please, don't ever stop
Keep it comin', baby
I'm begging him to never stop showering me with love and attention.
He sends me in a frenzy
Gives me good and plenty
Never questions this or that
(Well, I guess)
I just got it like that
He is in control of my emotions and I know he satisfies me in every way. I can't help but give in to him completely.
He worships, he adores me
He just downright spoils me
Ooh, I just can't get enough
Tell it, tell it!
Why? So you can get my stuff?
He treats me like a queen, providing me with everything I need and more. I can't seem to get enough of his lavish attention, even though he might have ulterior motives.
Oh, it's so good, baby
Give it all to me
He is so good at keeping me happy and satisfied that I just can't get enough of him.
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