Benson's next recording was It's Uptown with the George Benson Quartet with Lonnie Smith on organ and Ronnie Cuber on baritone sax. This album showcases Benson's talent in constructing swinging bebop lines at blistering tempos. Benson followed it up with "The George Benson Cookbook," also with Lonnie Smith and Ronnie Cuber.
One of his major hits is the song "This Masquerade", which is included in the top-selling album Breezin' . This album represents a shift to more commercially oriented music which brought Benson a wider audience but alienated some jazz fans. Other singles that have made the Billboard Hot 100 charts include "On Broadway" (1978), "Love Ballad" (1979), "Give Me The Night" (1980) and "Turn Your Love Around" (1982).
Benson continues to play outstanding jazz guitar, as evidenced on recordings such as Jimmy Smith's Off the Top, Benson's own live album Par Excellence, and Tenderly, on which Benson is accompanied by McCoy Tyner on piano.
For his contribution to the recording industry, George Benson has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame at 7055 Hollywood Blvd.
Shiver
George Benson Lyrics
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From the moment that I see you
Chills run down my spine
Your smile is mesmerizin'
(Ooh) With you is where it's warmer
I never want to leave
So come on, girl, let's closer
I want to breathe when you breathe
You make me shiver
Girl, your love is such a sweet sensation, ho, ho
You make me shiver
Baby, when you're here with me it's fascination
You make me shiver
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Shiver
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When we're dancing close together
Wrapped up in a bliss
My heart is racing and , baby
The magic in your kiss
(Ooh) We share a special feeling
I hope the music never ends, mmm?
New love takes on a new meaning
Girl, let's move across the floor across again
You make me shiver
Girl, your love is such a sweet sensation, ho, ho
You make me shiver
Baby, when you're here with me it's fascination
You make me shiver
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Come on, take me, I'm ready for this ecstasy
I've been waitin' forever
Feels so real, better than a fantasy
When we're so close together
Ooh, yeah
Mm, mm
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You make me shiver
Girl, you're love is such a sweet sensation, sensation, girl
You make me shiver
Baby, when you're here with me it's fascination
You make me shiver
Ho! girl, your love is such a sweet sensation
You make me shiver
Baby, baby, when you're here with me it's fascination
You make me shiver
You make me shiver, shiver, shiver, shiver, baby, quiver, quiver, baby
You make me shiver
You make me shiver, girl
The lyrics of George Benson's song "Shiver" are about being completely enamored with someone and the physical sensations that come along with that attraction. From the very first moment of seeing this person, the singer feels chills run down their spine and is completely transfixed by their smile. Being close to this person feels warm and safe, and the singer never wants to leave their side. When they dance together, it feels like pure bliss - their heart is racing and every touch and kiss feels like magic.
The chorus of the song repeats the line "You make me shiver," which refers to both the emotional and physical reactions that the singer has to this person. Being around them creates a sweet sensation and a feeling of fascination that is impossible to resist. The bridge of the song takes on a more sensual tone, with the singer expressing their readiness for "ecstasy" and painting a picture of intense intimacy with this person.
Overall, the lyrics to "Shiver" are a celebration of falling head over heels for someone and reveling in the physical and emotional sensations that come along with that experience.
Line by Line Meaning
From the moment that I see you
The feeling that I get as soon as I lay my eyes on you
Chills run down my spine
A strong sensation of excitement or fear that is felt by my body
Your smile is mesmerizin'
The way your smile looks is very captivating and enchanting
And soothes me like sweet wine
The way you smile at me makes me feel comforted and relaxed like I'm drinking sweet wine
With you is where it's warmer
I feel a sense of warmth and safety when I'm with you
I never want to leave
The thought of being away from you is unbearable
So come on, girl, let's closer
Let's move closer together
I want to breathe when you breathe
I want to be so close to you that I feel like we breathe as one
You make me shiver
Your love and presence gives me an intense physical and emotional response
Girl, your love is such a sweet sensation, ho, ho
The way you love me is so pleasurable and makes me feel great
Baby, when you're here with me it's fascination
I'm totally enamored with you and never want to be without you
When we're dancing close together
The way we dance together is intimate and special
Wrapped up in a bliss
Our dance is so intense that we feel wrapped up in happiness
My heart is racing and , baby
My heart beats really fast when we're so close together
The magic in your kiss
The way you kiss me feels like it's magical
We share a special feeling
Our bond is unique and special
I hope the music never ends, mmm?
I never want this moment to end
New love takes on a new meaning
Our love feels like something new and extraordinary
Girl, let's move across the floor across again
Let's dance together again and again
Come on, take me, I'm ready for this ecstasy
I am ready to experience pure bliss with you
I've been waitin' forever
I have been impatiently waiting for this moment to finally happen
Feels so real, better than a fantasy
Being with you feels just as amazing as I imagined and even better
When we're so close together
Being so physically close to you feels like heaven
You make me shiver, shiver, shiver, shiver, baby, quiver, quiver, baby
Being with you gives me an intense shivering or quivering sensation
You make me shiver
Your love and presence gives me an intense physical and emotional response
Girl, you're love is such a sweet sensation, sensation, girl
Your love is such a great feeling that I can't help but appreciate
Baby, baby, when you're here with me it's fascination
I am fascinated with you and can't imagine not being near you
You make me shiver
Your love and presence gives me an intense physical and emotional response
Ho! girl, your love is such a sweet sensation
The way you love me is so pleasurable and makes me feel great
You make me shiver
Your love and presence gives me an intense physical and emotional response
You make me shiver, girl
Being with you makes me shiver and feel great
Lyrics Β© Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Preston Glass, Suzanne B Valentine Kaplan
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Antony Brown
One of the all time best tracks from the legend that is George Benson... :)
Gladys Garcia
Couldn't agree more!
TJ Murray
I agree 100%! Shiver is my favorite George Benson song.
john ryder
Still alive and kicking at 79 lol
monique cavard
yesssss!
Deboragh Williams
This is one of my favorite tracks from Sir George Benson!!!! BRILLIANT!!!!!ππΎππΎπ―π―π―π―β₯οΈπππ
Gladys Garcia
George Benson is a wonderful artist. His songs make me cry, smile, dream... I am so fortunate to have been to one of his concerts! Love him so much!
Bob Smithy
One of my fsve singers too. :)
Bruce Auty
After Luther Vandross,he's my 2nd favourite soul artist π
sue carroll
Absolutely adore George Benson, never heard this track until tonight, oh my god I love it, this man is amazing!