Knight started to record solo material due to legal issues that forced her and The Pips to record separately. Her solo debut "Miss Gladys Knight" was released in 1978 followed by "Gladys Knight" on Colombia Records. Knight recorded the title track for the James Bond movie "Licence To Kill." It became a Top 10 hit in the UK, peaking at #6. Knight's third solo album, "Good Woman" was released in 1991 on MCA Records (now Geffen Records). The album quickly climbed the charts to #1 on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart. The album features the lead single, "Men" (#2 R&B). Her fourth album, "Just For You" followed in 1995. The album went Gold. Knight most recent album is her critically acclaimed ninth studio album, "Before Me", released in 2006.
Gladys Knight / Best Thing That Ever Happened To Me
Gladys Knight Lyrics
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But fate's been kind, the downs have been few
I guess you could say that I've been lucky
Well, I guess you could say that it's all because of you
If anyone should ever write my life story
For whatever reason there might be
Oh, you'll be there between each line of pain and glory
Ah, you're the best thing that ever happened to me
Oh, there have been times when times were hard
But always somehow I made it, I made it through
'Cause for every moment that I've spent hurting
There was a moment that I spent, ah, just loving you
If anyone should ever write my life story
For whatever reason there might be
Oh, you'll be there between each line of pain and glory
'Cause you're the best thing that ever happened to me
Ah, you're the best thing that ever happened to me
I know, you're the best thing, oh, that ever happened to me
In "Best Thing That Ever Happened to Me," Gladys Knight reflects on the ups and downs she's experienced throughout her life. While she's faced her share of hardships, she credits her ability to weather the storms to the person who's been by her side all along. She describes this person as "the best thing that ever happened to me."
The song speaks to the idea that having someone to share life's joys and sorrows with can make all the difference. Knight recognizes that her life story has been shaped by this person, and she knows that they'll be just as integral in the chapters yet to be written. She's grateful for their unwavering support and the love that they've shown her throughout their time together.
Line by Line Meaning
I've had my share of life's ups and downs
I have experienced both good and bad times in my life.
But fate's been kind, the downs have been few
I have been fortunate to have experienced more good times than bad times in my life due to fate's kindness.
I guess you could say that I've been lucky
It can be said that I have been fortunate in my life.
Well, I guess you could say that it's all because of you
I attribute my luck and fortune to you and the positive impact you have had on my life.
If anyone should ever write my life story
In the event that someone writes a biography of my life
For whatever reason there might be
Regardless of the reason for it being written
Oh, you'll be there between each line of pain and glory
You and the impact you have had on my life will be a constant presence throughout my ups and downs.
'Cause you're the best thing that ever happened to me
You are the person who has had the greatest positive impact on my life.
Ah, you're the best thing that ever happened to me
You are the most significant and positive influence in my life
Oh, there have been times when times were hard
There have been tough and challenging times in my life.
But always somehow I made it, I made it through
Despite the tough times, I have always managed to overcome them and move forward.
'Cause for every moment that I've spent hurting
In every moment that I have experienced distress and pain
There was a moment that I spent, ah, just loving you
You were there to provide love and support through those difficult moments.
I know, you're the best thing, oh, that ever happened to me
I am certain that you are the most significant, positive influence in my life.
Lyrics Β© BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JAMES D. WEATHERLY
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@juanitaashmore4797
I just lost my beloved husband of more than 30 yrs. This song makes me feel sad, lonely, but grateful for our yrs together.
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@raymondheisler6250
I lost my wife 6 years ago and this song is for her every time I play it so thank you Gladys Knight and I play it every day
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@barbarawilliams9954
Dedicating this song to my Daddy and Mommy. My Dad used to sing this song to her. They are together in Heaven now miss them so much β€
@kimharris2056
God bless
@bobbydavis1817
That was beautiful statement you said godbless you and them love you
@CYXMARIE
Iβm so sorry. I but they are watching you over heaven <3 my mother died to :/ I miss her a lot.