Attending music camps and studying the art of singing since childhood, (“I’d sing for whoever was willing to listen…at school, in clubs and bars…anywhere I could”), whilst getting wrapped up in old soul records, the only thing as big as Florence’s love of music was her voice. With a remarkably fresh but mature delivery Florence’s enormous voice swoops and soars through an impressive vocal range taking inspiration and style from legendary vocalists such as Aretha Franklin, Eva Cassidy and Martha Reeves.
On completing her A level exams Florence signed to Dramatico (Katie Melua, Marianne Faithfull, Carla Bruni, Gurrumul) and put those years of musical apprenticeship to good use recording, with Mike Batt, her debut album ‘A Fool In Love’. An impressive debut of authentic soul, raw grooves and rhythm & blues the album was described by Music Week as “a blend that could elevate her to the similar heady heights Melua enjoys. Classy stuff.” The cool, after-dark Motown feel of Florence Rawlings’ first single ‘Hard To Get’ serves as a perfect introduction to this charismatic singer and her debut album of gritty arrangements, soulful melodies and vibrant brass work complemented by gospel vocals and addictive rhythms that culminate in a blend of raw soul that has been off the airwaves for far too long.
As well as singing a collection of powerful original songs penned by Mike Batt himself - including the gorgeous and moving ‘Love Can Be A Battlefield’, the cool, after-dark Motown feel of ‘Hard To Get’ and the debut single - Florence has discovered gems from days gone by and transformed them with her own charismatic soul style.
No Gladys Knight fan would deny that Florence makes the song ‘Take Me In Your Arms And Love Me’ completely her own. Meanwhile Allen Toussaint’s long forgotten ‘Riverboat’ has been rescued from obscurity and reinvented with vigorous production, uplifting horns and sleek dark overtones that give the song a lavish, ominous edge. Florence even performs a version of Chuck Berry’s ‘You Can’t Catch Me’ - following in the potentially daunting footsteps of The Rolling Stones and John Lennon she manages to make the song her own just as convincingly as rock and roll’s elite.
Equally at home in the studio or in concert, the 20 year-old Londoner is a natural performer – as was evident when she took to the stage at this year’s Isle of Wight Festival and stunned the crowds when she performed her songs for the first time. Afterwards the festival’s promoter John Giddings declared “Florence Rawlings rocked the Big Top - a certain star of the future” and other festival promoters have been extraordinarily quick off the mark in booking the 20 year old South Londoner, before a note of music has even been released, for some key spots including the main stage at Guilfest and Tuborg Stage at O2 Wireless in Hyde Park.
Little Richard’s description of his own sound sums up Florence’s electrifying style perfectly, “Rock n’ rollin’, rhythm & blues soulin’”. Florence Rawlings is set to be a modern soul star. In the words of the song - “jump on the wagon and join the dance.”
The Only Woman In The World
Florence Rawlings Lyrics
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He tells me that he loves me and I'm so divine
He lights up my life like a neon sign
Saying I'm the only woman n the world
He's worked a kind of magic on my self esteem
He says that he met me in a sexy dream
He's smiling like a cat
Like I'm the only woman in the world
He treats me like
I'm the only woman in the world
It seems that he's blind to all the rest
It's just like we've landed
On an island and we're stranded
I'm so happy he's the best
He says that he loves me like a burnin' flame,
When he takes me to a movies
Or a football game
He looks me in the eye when he says my name
Like I'm the only woman in the world
He treats me like
I'm the only woman in the world
It seems that he's blind to all the rest
It's just like we've landed
On an island and we're stranded
I'm so happy he's the best
Instrumental
He treats me like
I'm the only woman in the world
It seems that he's blind to all the rest
It's just like we've landed
On an island and we're stranded
I'm so happy he's the best
I'm so happy he's the best
I'm so happy he's the best
The song "The Only Woman In the World" by Florence Rawlings is a love song that expresses how special and loved the singer feels by her partner. The song opens with the singer wishing that all her friends could have a partner like hers, who constantly reminds her how loved and beautiful she is. This has had a positive impact on her self-esteem and she feels like she is the only woman in the world. The lyrics describe how her partner's love is a burning flame and how he looks at her with affection when he says her name. The singer is very happy with her partner and feels like they are on an island stranded together.
The song has a very positive and uplifting message that portrays the importance of love and affection in a relationship. The lyrics talk about a love that is genuine and pure and that makes one feel like they are the most important person in the world. The repetitive use of the phrase "I'm the only woman in the world" emphasizes the intensity and depth of the love being described. The instrumental part of the song gives it a romantic and dreamy feel that enhances its overall message.
Overall, "The Only Woman In the World" is a beautiful song that celebrates the power of love and its ability to make one feel special and cherished. It is a perfect love song that captures the essence of genuine love and its transformative power.
Line by Line Meaning
I wish all my friends could have a guy like mine
I hope that all of my friends can have a significant other like mine, who treats me kindly
He tells me that he loves me and I'm so divine
He regularly expresses his love for me and makes me feel beautiful and special
He lights up my life like a neon sign
He brings excitement and joy to my daily routine, much like a bright sign illuminates a dark room
Saying I'm the only woman n the world
He makes me feel like the most important person in the world by saying that I am the only woman who matters to him
He's worked a kind of magic on my self esteem
His compliments and love have helped me to feel better about myself
He says that he met me in a sexy dream
He flatters me by saying that I appeared in a dream of his, making me feel like I am the ultimate fantasy
He's smiling like a cat
He is beaming with happiness, like a cat that just caught a mouse
That got the bowl of cream
He is thrilled and grateful, like a cat that just received a favorite treat
Like I'm the only woman in the world
His joy stems from his love for me, making me feel like the most important person in the world
He treats me like I'm the only woman in the world
He always prioritizes and treats me with an exceptional amount of love, affection, and respect
It seems that he's blind to all the rest
He appears to only have eyes for me and is oblivious to other women
It's just like we've landed on an island and we're stranded
We are so happy together that it feels like we are the only two people in the world, isolated from everyone else
I'm so happy he's the best
I am grateful and satisfied with him being the best partner for me
He says that he loves me like a burnin' flame
His love for me is powerful and intense, like a burning fire
When he takes me to a movie or a football game
When we do things together that we both enjoy, he makes me feel like the most important person in the world
He looks me in the eye when he says my name
He demonstrates his love for me by making eye contact and addressing me directly
I'm so happy he's the best
I am content with having him as the best partner for me
Writer(s): Mike Batt
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@JulianB09
Amazing Florence!
@chrisprod2009
hello Florence thank for this video frienship christian ;-)