Frankie Beverly started out singing gospel music in church as a schoolboy in Philadelphia. He has claimed that his first professional gig was a tour with The Silhouettes (famous for their 1958 hit Get A Job) when he was only twelve years old, but this is disputed by those associated with the group, whose members were never known to mention him while they were alive.[1]
As a teenager he formed The Blenders, a short-lived a cappella, doo-wop group that were influenced by The Dells, The Moonglows, and The Del Vikings. After that outfit dissolved, he founded The Butlers, which would be the first group he recorded with in 1963. As time passed, they caught the attention of the veteran producer Kenny Gamble, who eventually released recordings by the group.
It turned out that music performed by The Butlers did not fit into the "Philly Sound", and after some heavy touring, the group relocated to California. The unit was re-christened as Raw Soul and caught the attention of a sister-in-law to Marvin Gaye. He was so enamored by the act, he had them as an opening act at his shows. Gaye also convinced Beverly to have the band's name changed to Maze.
Beverly's onstage attire (all-white casual clothing, including slacks, long-sleeved shirt, and a baseball cap) has become his signature dress style over the years.
Reason
Frankie Beverly Lyrics
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Came into my life and made up my mind
You are to me what I want you to be
You've given me a chance to love tenderly
And deep in my heart I knew you were meant for me
Right from the start it was like destiny
A reason
You've given me a reason
A reason one more time
I can't explain the way you make me feel
You've given me a love that's oh so real
You came along and you gave me a song
Now we have a love that's oh so strong
You light up my life the things that you do for me
And I'll be with you throughout all eternity
You've given me a reason
A reason
You've given me a reason
A reason
In "Reason" by Frankie Beverly, the singer expresses his joy and gratitude for having found love once again. This relationship has given him a new reason to love, and he is grateful to have encountered his partner. The lyrics suggest that this love is something special and rare, and that the singer has found his soulmate. The love he shares with his partner is described as being tender and genuine, and he is filled with a sense of destiny and completeness.
The chorus of the song highlights the significance of this newfound love, as the words "You've given me a reason" are repeated multiple times. The singer is emphasizing that without his partner's presence in his life, he would not have this newfound sense of purpose and meaning. The lyrics suggest that this relationship has transformed the singer's life for the better, and that he is deeply grateful for the experience.
Overall, "Reason" is a song about the transformative power of love. The singer is expressing his gratitude and joy for having found a partner who has given him a renewed sense of purpose and meaning, and who has provided him with a love that is both tender and genuine. The lyrics suggest that this relationship is something special and rare, and that the singer is deeply grateful to have found his soulmate.
Line by Line Meaning
You've given me a reason to love one more time
You have allowed me to open my heart to love again.
Came into my life and made up my mind
Your presence in my life has helped me make an important decision.
You are to me what I want you to be
You embody all the qualities that I desire in a partner.
You've given me a chance to love tenderly
You have given me an opportunity to love in a gentle and caring way.
And deep in my heart I knew you were meant for me
I had a strong feeling that you were my soulmate from the beginning.
Right from the start it was like destiny
It felt like we were destined to be together from the very beginning.
I can't explain the way you make me feel
I find it difficult to put into words the emotions you bring out in me.
You've given me a love that's oh so real
Our love is genuine and authentic.
You came along and you gave me a song
You brought joy and happiness into my life.
Now we have a love that's oh so strong
Our love has become unbreakable and resilient.
You light up my life the things that you do for me
You bring brightness and positivity into my life through your actions.
And I'll be with you throughout all eternity
I vow to love and be with you forever and always.
You've given me a reason
You have given me a motive and purpose to love.
A reason one more time
Another opportunity to see the beauty in love because of you.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DOLORES MARY O'RIORDAN, NOEL HOGAN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@cynthiasantiago5800
You've given me a reason to love one more time
Came into my life and made up my mind
You are to me what I want you to be
You've given me a chance to love tenderly
And deep in my heart I knew you were meant for me
Right from the start it was like destiny
You've given me a reason
A reason
You've given me a reason
A reason one more time
I can't explain the way you make me feel
You've given me a love that's oh so real
You came along and you gave me a song
Now we have a love that's oh so strong
You light up my life the things that you do for me
And I'll be with you throughout all eternity
You've given me a reason
A reason
You've given me a reason
A reason
@cherylstevenson5407
I met my husband in 1997; we had both been married before. I was a divorced mother of two daughters and he had lost his wife to cancer. After dating for 6 months; he played this song for me. He stated this was how he felt about me. After losing his wife; I had given him a reason to love one more time. When he told me that he thanked me for my love. I cried. We celebrated 20 years of marriage this past September. Love this song!! Thank God for my husband!!
@millbrazil8346
Be blessed.
@southernsweetscm
Cheryl Stevenson 🗣🙌🏾Congratulations May his blessings be amongst you and your family always 🍾🎉
@juanitanoneedtoknow5848
That's Wassup
@chasityinman200
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@sincereiam
Sounds like y'all was meant to be together.
@kendrargainey4873
As I sit here at my husband’s grave site I’m playing our wedding song. My husband played this song for me and sang it from his heart when we met. It was the first song he play and I had never heard it which shocked me😊we play this song all throughout our marriage and it means so much and I sit here I value the memories we’ve created…my suggestion is that you find new ways to love the one you love ❣️I miss and love you my Bo Baby💔
@SexyFace
God bless you & him too♡
@RL_Williams
My condolences to you and prayers for you.
@Goldenlady111
My condolences. May your sweet memories hold you always. ❤