Like many of the great works of that era, the original compositions on Chambers' follow-up to his critically-acclaimed self-titled 2005 debut consist of full-on stories in song or musical vignettes. "Every song on the album is a love story," says the accomplished music man, whose catalog of credits includes hits with Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin, Anita Baker, Yolanda Adams, Patti Labelle and The Isley Brothers (2006's R & B chartopper, "Just Came Here To Chill"). "Some are personal but mostly, they're not. I'd like to think that, as a listener, wherever you are in your journey of love, there's something here for you."
From the celebratory opening cut, "The Next Time" to the wistful yearning of "To Love Again" (a memorable duet with soul stylist Ledisi), through the beautifully-orchestrated "Violins," LOVE STORIES fulfills on Chambers' creative vision. "Honestly, I was thinking of doing a live album as the follow-up to my first CD," says Chambers, who spent much of 2005 and 2006 touring and performing, introducing audiences eager to hear soul music, 21st century-style. "Wherever I would go, I'd be asked 'when are you coming out with new music?' by people who bought the first album. It was their encouragement that had me look at songs I'd recorded for the first CD that we didn't finish, as well as others I had recorded since then. I found I had enough to start out this second record..."
With a focus on upbeat songs that allow Chambers to emphasize the energy and dynamism audiences have come to expect from his live shows, LOVE STORIES exudes a certain joy and sense of celebration: "Get To Know," co-written and produced by Barry Eastmond (with whom Chambers collaborated on the Grammy-winning "I Apologize" for Anita Baker) is a 'stepper's delight'; "Stay Together," a rendition of a song recorded in recent years by The Temptations; and the pop-flavored "Unfair" (co-produced with top Swedish hitmaker Arnthor Birgisson), are prime examples. Not that the album is bereft of the kind of great love ballads for which Chambers has built a reputation as an established songwriter: try "By My Side," the inspirational "Still Blessing Me" (featuring Melonie
Sincere
Gordon Chambers Lyrics
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Would you give me your trust and have a little faith in me
I believe there's a reason you're still with me
So tell me why would you question what's destiny
I would never make a promise that I know I can't keep
I would never guarantee a future that I can't see
Believe in me that I'm here to stay
And I promise every time I say
Baby my love's sincere
So listen to me loud and clear
When I tell you that you're the one
You can trust the words that you hear
Baby my love, my love, my love's sincere
Girl I know they might have put you through hell
But I'm not to blame for that
And even knowing that it ain't my fault
If I could I'd take it back
To way before you ever had
Any doubts about what love is all about
I can't change your yesterdays
Don't let the past get in the way
I would never make a promise that I know I can't keep
I would never guarantee a future that I can't see
Believe in me that I'm here to stay
And I promise you in every way
I love you, I love you, I love you
Baby my love's sincere
So listen to me loud and clear
When I tell you that you're the one
You can trust the words that you hear
Baby my love, my love, my love's sincere
No matter what your conscience may say
I'm in it to win it, girl I'm sticking with you all the way
I will tell the whole truth and nothing else
And any words up out my mouth
Come from the heart with the utmost sincerity
Baby my love's sincere
So listen to me loud and clear
When I tell you that you're the one
You can trust the words that you hear
Baby my love, my love, my love's sincere
The lyrics of Gordon Chambers's song "Sincere" speak of a man trying to show his commitment and trust to his partner. The song is mainly focused on the singer's expression of his sincere love and his efforts to convince his partner to believe and trust him. The singer starts by asking his partner if she would trust him if he gave her his love and got on his knees. He believes there's a reason why they're still together, and that reason should give her enough confidence in their relationship to trust him. He then goes on to affirm that he'd never make false promises or guarantees that he can't maintain. The singer encourages his partner to focus on their present and not let their past define their relationship. He also lets her know that he loves her sincerely and truthfully.
The lyrics in "Sincere" are well crafted and speak to the heart of anyone who desires true love and commitment in a relationship. The song is a love letter to anyone feeling insecure or unsure about their partner's affection. The singer's words are convincing, warm, and delivered with passion, making the song a powerful ballad of love's power and potential.
Line by Line Meaning
If I gave you my love and got on bended knees
If I express the extent of my love in front of you, begging on my knees
Would you give me your trust and have a little faith in me
Will you trust me and believe in me?
I believe there's a reason you're still with me
I have faith that there is a reason you haven't left me yet
So tell me why would you question what's destiny
Why would you doubt our destiny and the reasons behind it?
I would never make a promise that I know I can't keep
I would never make a promise that I cannot fulfill
I would never guarantee a future that I can't see
I wouldn't promise a future that's unpredictable or uncertain
Believe in me that I'm here to stay
You can trust that I'll be by your side always
And I promise every time I say
I promise every time I express my love
I love you, I love you, I love you
That my love for you is beyond expression; it's infinite
Baby my love's sincere
My love is honest, genuine, and true
So listen to me loud and clear
Pay attention to me with complete focus
When I tell you that you're the one
When I say you are my only one, my special one
You can trust the words that you hear
You can believe in the words that come out of my mouth
Girl I know they might have put you through hell
I understand what you might have gone through in the past
But I'm not to blame for that
However, I am not responsible for your past sufferings
And even knowing that it ain't my fault
I know it's not my mistake, but I still want to make it right
If I could I'd take it back
If possible, I would change things and make sure you didn't go through any pain
To way before you ever had
To the point before you experienced any doubts, fears or pain
Any doubts about what love is all about
All the questions, doubts and confusion you had about love
I can't change your yesterdays
I know I can't do anything about your past
Don't let the past get in the way
Don't let the past come in the way of our present and future
No matter what your conscience may say
Regardless of what your heart tells you
I'm in it to win it, girl I'm sticking with you all the way
I'm committed to you and our relationship, and I'll never leave your side
I will tell the whole truth and nothing else
I will always be truthful, and nothing but the truth will come out of my mouth
And any words up out my mouth
Everything that I say
Come from the heart with the utmost sincerity
Comes straight from my heart and with the highest level of honesty
Contributed by Makayla E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.