Joy
Hayes Isaac Lyrics
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I look into your sexy eyes, baby
Your love refreshing is good to me, baby
There's no other place I'd rather be, baby
What a way to start each day
Everything I think of
Just comes my way
[Chorus]
Cause you're my joy
You're everything to me
And you've shown me
How groovy life can be
Lips to lips, heart to heart
In a way that will never part
Sweetness is the name for you, sugar
And loveliness becomes you too
Dedication is your thing, mama
You're forever true to your man, baby
You're the only one
Who thrills me through and through
And I'll never find another
If I search this whole world through
Oh, no, no, no
[Chorus]
Now you know why
I smile all the time, baby
You give me such peace of mind, honey
Heartaches and pain is
A thing of the past, baby
I found happiness at last, mama
Anything you want
I'll glady give to you
Cause you never did nothing once
That's why I love you too
Oh, yeah, yeah, yeah
[Chorus]
Keep on loving me
Keep on teasing me
Hayes Isaac's "Joy" is a wonderful love song that expresses the overwhelming happiness and contentment that the singer feels because of his lover. The lyrics reveal the depth of the singer's feelings towards his lover as he acknowledges her refreshing love and how she has changed his life. The first stanza of the song talks about how the singer wakes up every morning feeling happy and content because of his lover's love. The second stanza describes the unique and outstanding qualities of his lover such as her sweetness, loveliness, and dedication to him. The chorus of the song expresses how his lover brings him joy and is everything to him. In conclusion, the song creates an image of a happy and loving relationship where the singer has found true happiness.
One interesting fact about the song is that it was released in 1973 and became a top ten hit in the US, UK, and Canada. The song was written and produced by Hayes Isaac and features an upbeat tempo that is distinctively his. The song has a strong funk influence and features distinctive horns that complement the upbeat and lively rhythm. The song’s success helped Hayes Isaac to become one of the top funk and soul artists of the 70s.
Another interesting fact is that the song has been covered by several artists, including Mariah Carey, who sampled the song’s melody and lyrics in her 1999 song "Heartbreaker." The song has also been covered by R&B artists such as Mary J. Blige and Amerie. Furthermore, the song has been featured in several TV shows, including "The Big Bang Theory," "Fresh Off the Boat," and "The Boondocks."
Other notable facts about the song include its use in several movies, including "Dead Presidents," "8 Mile," and "The Cookout." The song has also been included in video games such as "Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas." The lyrics of the song have been referred to as "timeless" and a testament to Hayes Isaac’s ability as a songwriter.
Chords: Unfortunately, the chords for this song are not available as it is a trademark song of the artists.
Line by Line Meaning
Every morning when I rise, baby
Each day when I wake up, my first thought is of you, my beloved.
I look into your sexy eyes, baby
Looking into your eyes that radiate sexiness, I am reminded of how lucky I am to be with you.
Your love refreshing is good to me, baby
The love you give me feels like a cool, refreshing drink on a hot day; just what I need to feel good.
There's no other place I'd rather be, baby
Being with you is the only place I want to be, my love.
What a way to start each day
Starting my day with you is the best way I can imagine beginning anything.
Everything I think of
My thoughts are consumed by you,
Just comes my way
and everything seems to just work itself out.
Cause you're my joy
You are the source of my happiness and well-being.
You're everything to me
You mean everything to me, my love.
And you've shown me
Through your actions and love,
How groovy life can be
you have taught me how beautiful and wonderful life can truly be.
Lips to lips, heart to heart
When we express our love physically and emotionally,
In a way that will never part
it feels like we will never be separated from each other.
Sweetness is the name for you, sugar
You are the embodiment of all that is sweet and good in this world.
And loveliness becomes you too
Your beauty and grace are an integral part of who you are, my dear.
Dedication is your thing, mama
Your commitment and devotion to me are admirable, my love.
You're forever true to your man, baby
I have no doubt that you will always remain loyal and faithful to me, my dear.
You're the only one
Out of all the people in the world,
Who thrills me through and through
you are the only one who can make me feel so alive and happy.
And I'll never find another
I am certain that no one else can match the love and happiness you bring to my life, my love.
If I search this whole world through
No matter how hard I look, I know I will never find anyone as wonderful and amazing as you, my love.
Now you know why
I hope you understand why,
I smile all the time, baby
I am constantly smiling because of you, my dear.
You give me such peace of mind, honey
You bring a sense of calm and serenity to my life, my sweet.
Heartaches and pain is
All the hurt and suffering I experienced in the past
A thing of the past, baby
is no longer a part of my life because you have brought such immense joy to it, my love.
I found happiness at last, mama
I am genuinely happy and content with my life thanks to you, my dear.
Anything you want
Whatever it is that you desire,
I'll gladly give to you
I will happily give it to you, my love. Anything for you.
Cause you never did nothing once
You have never done anything to hurt me or betray my trust,
That's why I love you too
and that is why I love you just as much, my sweet.
Keep on loving me
Please never stop loving me, my dear.
Keep on teasing me
and never stop teasing me either, my love. It keeps our love playful and fun.
Chorus
Repetition of earlier chorus
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Downtown Music Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: NILADRI KUMAR, TALVIN SINGH
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@joyphillips3579
My name came from a Issac Hayes song. " Joy"!! I love my name because it has so much meaning. My Dad felt that Issac Hayes song Joy defined his love for my Mother. So I'm the result of "Joy". That's my name.😘
@ellisjahfinelcraddock
Wow. That's awesome. I love it. 💯😊💯
@kennethsmith1897
❤🎉
@percyholland5592
The Generation of today will never understand what real music is this is it
@TSKNBgaming
That's because music used to have SOUL, that resonates in your own soul. The most popular artists these days literally don't have an soul, that's why it doesn't resonate in your own soul. If it does, then your soul is as corrupted as the artists which is really really corrupted.
@user-mg6wj6ti6j
March 2nd 2024. I'm 71 years old. This week was 3 years my only child named Joi father died and he named her Joy because he said that's what he brought to the ladies. I miss him we married in 1972
@davidbabafemiaka2249
50 years and counting.....Baddest .....Pure Joy...Still So Fresh...
What A Way To Start Your Day❤❤❤❤❤❤
@luizhonorio9917
PURO DISCO 🇧🇷☄
@cecilbezuidenhout1237
Had the privilege of meeting this gentleman and visiting with a few friends when he came to South Africa through a mutual friend an absolutely fantastic guy!!!
@c.m.169
One of the sexiest voices out there. Miss you Isaac. Miss You Gregabee. Thanks for introducing this to me in '73 -'74 - HIGH school. Rest in Peace & Love!!!