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.
Take Me in Your Arms and Love Me
Gladys Knight Lyrics
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The moon above is shining bright
Come on, boy, the time is right
Here I am (Here I am)
Take me in your arms and just love me, ooh
Theres a mist of ecstasy
Here I am (Here I am)
Take me in your arms and just love me, oh, baby
My love is new, my love is sweet
Nows the time that Ill be sweet
Hold me, boy, dont hesitate
I need you now, dont make me wait
Youre the one that I adore
Tell me what are you waiting for
Here I am (Here I am)
Take me in your arms and love me, ooh
Boy, Im hungry for your love
Give me what Im in need of
Here I am (Here I am)
Take me in your arms and just love me
Oh, baby, come lets share the joy and splendor
Of this matter warm and tender
Hold me tight, kiss me long
Make this night one sweet song
(Love me, love me) Ooh, sugar
My eager heart is pounding fast
Dont lose the feeling, make it last
Here I am (Here I am)
Take me in your arms and just love me
Oh, baby, take me higher with the touch
That thrills me darling, oh, so much
Here I am (Here I am)
Take me in your arms and love me, baby, baby
This feeling is strong hard
Any second now Ill explode
Nows the time, nows the time
Take all of this love of mine
Love me, love me, love me, love me, come on and love me
Ill be true to you
Do what you want me to
Take me in your arms, take me in your arms and love me, oh, baby
Ill be true to you
And do what you want me to
Take me in your arms, take me in your arms and love me, baby, baby, baby
Ill be true to you
And do what you want me to
The lyrics to Gladys Knight & The Pips's song "Take Me in Your Arms and Love Me" talk about a woman who's ready to embrace love and surrender herself to her lover. The opening lines suggest that the moon is shining above, and it's the right time to take action. The lyrics convey a sense of longing and desire that feels palpable. The woman urges her man to take her in his arms and love her. She's completely swept off her feet by the mist of ecstasy that's flowing all over her, and she wants her man to know that she's ready to be loved.
The woman's eagerness for her lover's touch is hard to miss in the lyrics. She wants him to hold her tight, kiss her long, and make this night one sweet song. The lyrics reveal that this feeling is strong and hard, and any second now, she'll explode. It's a passionate plea for love that's delivered with conviction, and the woman promises to be true and do whatever her lover wants her to do.
Overall, the song "Take Me in Your Arms and Love Me," is a remarkable love song that captures the essence of intense desire and longing. It's a romantic ballad that touches the heart and evokes powerful emotions that are familiar to anyone who has been in love.
Line by Line Meaning
The moon above is shining bright
The night is beautiful and perfect for love.
Come on, boy, the time is right
Now is the perfect time to express our love for each other.
Here I am (Here I am)
I am ready and willing to be loved.
Take me in your arms and just love me, ooh
Hold me tight and show me how much you love me.
Theres a mist of ecstasy
I am overwhelmed with passion and desire.
Thats flowing over me
My emotions are intense and powerful.
My love is new, my love is sweet
Our love is fresh and exciting.
Nows the time that Ill be sweet
I am ready to be affectionate and loving towards you.
Hold me, boy, dont hesitate
Embrace me without delay and show me your love.
I need you now, dont make me wait
I am eager for your love and cannot wait any longer.
Youre the one that I adore
You are the only one I love and cherish.
Tell me what are you waiting for
Why are you hesitating to show me your love?
Boy, Im hungry for your love
I am yearning for your affection and attention.
Give me what Im in need of
Please fulfill my desires and show me your love.
Oh, baby, come lets share the joy and splendor
Let us experience the happiness and beauty of love together.
Of this matter warm and tender
Of this intimate and affectionate moment.
Hold me tight, kiss me long
Embrace me firmly and kiss me passionately.
Make this night one sweet song
Let us make this night full of love and memories.
(Love me, love me) Ooh, sugar
Express your love for me and make me feel special.
My eager heart is pounding fast
My heart is filled with excitement and anticipation.
Dont lose the feeling, make it last
Let us keep this feeling of love and passion alive.
Oh, baby, take me higher with the touch
Elevate my emotions and passion with your touch.
That thrills me darling, oh, so much
Your touch excites me and fills me with pleasure.
This feeling is strong hard
This feeling of love and passion is intense and unyielding.
Any second now Ill explode
I cannot contain my passion and love any longer.
Nows the time, nows the time
The time is now to show and express our love.
Take all of this love of mine
Take all of my love and make it your own.
Love me, love me, love me, love me, come on and love me
Show me your love and affection without hesitation.
Ill be true to you
I will be loyal and faithful to you.
Do what you want me to
I will do anything to make you happy and feel loved.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: JR., EDWARD HOLLAND, EDWARD, JR. HOLLAND, NORMAN WHITFIELD, NORMAN J. WHITFIELD
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@chrisjennings6511
Sheer magic. Gladys Knight is so under-rated. Hearing the first few notes of this and I'm instantly transported back to the sixties. Motown, Stax, Atlantic and the Mersey Sound. We were truly spiked!
@chrisjennings6511
Spoiled not spiked! The curse of predictive text!!
@user-jk1bs3dw3z
I've done a bit of smouching to this tune .on my youth of course lol
@casinoroyle5254
one of the most passionate love songs ever written
@raystewart6524
The best 3 minute single..swirling strings..great orchestration..superb brass...and Gladys Knight..The Empress of Soul..
@arfamccann5824
This records rates as 1 of the most emotionally charged songs I’ve ever heard. It’s in my top 3 all time favourite songs, ever! I had the priveledge of seeing Gladys at the Royal Albert Hall where she sang this. Magical. ❤️
@saragoldman8104
This is one of my all time favourites. Thank you for the great audio ❤️
@raystewart6524
It's got Horns..It's got Strings..It's got great production..It's got Gladys Knight...whats not to like..
@Cas82958
This is an absolutely brilliant recording.
@janetdavies9612
Absolutely beautiful song 🎶🎤🥰❤️