From a first single in 1979, the group successfully combined a pop rock and power pop (and sometimes, a blues rock) influenced backing with harmony side-vocals and Lewis' strident voice, and the band had numerous hit songs during the 1980s and early 1990s. These include "The Power of Love" and "Back in Time" (both of which were featured in the film "Back to the Future"), "I Want a New Drug", "Doin' It All (For My Baby)", "Do You Believe in Love?" "Hip to Be Square", "Stuck With You", and "Jacob's Ladder". Huey Lewis shared three Grammy awards, an American Music Award, and a People's Choice Award along with several artists for his role singing the 1985 charity song "We Are the World" as well.
=Albums=
Huey Lewis & the News (1980)
Picture This (1982) [#13 U.S. Gold]
Sports (1983) [#1 U.S. 7x Platinum]
Back to the Future Soundtrack (1985) [Gold]
Fore! (1986) [#1 U.S. 3x Platinum]
Small World (1988) [#11 U.S. Platinum]
Hard at Play (1991) [#27 U.S. Gold]
The Heart of Rock & Roll - The Best of Huey Lewis and The News (1992)
Four Chords & Several Years Ago (1994) [#55 U.S.]
Time Flies: The Best of Huey Lewis and the News (1996) [#185 U.S.]
Plan B (2001) [#165 U.S.]
Live at 25 (2005)
Greatest Hits & Videos (2006) [#70 U.S.]
www.hueylewisandthenews.com
World to Me
Huey Lewis & The News Lyrics
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All the pearls in the deep blue sea
They could never equal
What you mean to me
And all the rings, on all the fingers
Of all the Kings and Queens
They won't reveal, how I feel
And you are there in the morning when the sun comes up
You are there in the evening
You are there when I mess up
You'll be there in the winter time
You'll be there and be tru
From now on I'll be there for you
'Cause you -- you mean the world to me
You mean the world to me
And I want you and all the world to see
You mean the world to me
All the cold in Alaska, and all the music down in Tennessee
All the tea in China, can't take you from em
The highest mountains the greenest valleys
All the stars above, can't replace
My favorite face
'Cause you were there in the hard times
You were there when I was ready to give up
You were there when there was no one else
And you were there when I messed up
You'll be there in the long run
You'll be there and be true
From now on I'll be there for you
'Cause you, you mean the world to me
You mean the world to me
And I want you and all the world to see
You mean the world
You mean the world
The lyrics of Huey Lewis & The News's song "World to Me" express a profound love and appreciation for someone who has been a constant source of support and comfort. The first two lines evoke images of wealth, glamour, and luxury to demonstrate that material possessions cannot match the value of this person. The subsequent lines express a sentiment of gratitude, acknowledging that the person is there through all the ups and downs of life, and is the source of strength and stability. The chorus repeats the message, declaring that the person means the world to the singer, and expressing a desire for the whole world to see their appreciation.
The second verse begins with a list of different places and things, which suggests that the person is so valuable that they cannot be replaced, no matter how far the singer travels or how many experiences they have. The reference to "my favorite face" is particularly poignant, as it indicates that the person is not just important, but beloved. The rest of the verse continues the message of the first, thanking the person for being a constant presence in the singer's life, and pledging to reciprocate the same level of care.
Overall, the lyrics of "World to Me" are a heartfelt expression of love and gratitude for someone who has been a rock in the singer's life. The vivid imagery and evocative language bring to life the idea that this person is irreplaceable and has a unique value that cannot be quantified.
Line by Line Meaning
Bars of gold, shiny diamonds
Expensive and valuable items like gold bars and diamonds do not hold as much worth as you do to me
All the pearls in the deep blue sea
Even if I possessed all the pearls in the ocean, they would not hold a candle to how much I cherish you
They could never equal
No material goods could ever come close to matching the value you hold in my life
What you mean to me
Your worth and importance to me can never be fully expressed through words
And all the rings, on all the fingers
Even royalty could not showcase the depth of our connection through all their rings
Of all the Kings and Queens
Even with all the crowns and jewels of the most powerful rulers in history, they cannot show the affection I hold for you
They won't reveal, how I feel
No matter how much I adorn you with jewelry, it won't begin to reveal how much you mean to me
You are there when I need you
You are always by my side when I require assistance
And you are there in the morning when the sun comes up
You wake up by my side every morning regardless of what happened the night before
You are there in the evening
You stay with me throughout the day till the night comes
You are there when I mess up
Even when I make mistakes or errors you still stick by my side
You'll be there in the winter time
Even when the weather turns cold, you will always be by my side
You'll be there and be true
You will stay loyal and committed to our relationship
From now on I'll be there for you
I also commit to be with you and support you in all times
You mean the world to me
You hold an extremely special place in my heart and life
And I want you and all the world to see
I am proud to have you in my life and want to show the world how much you mean to me
All the cold in Alaska, and all the music down in Tennessee
No matter how harsh the environment, or how happy or sad the music, nothing can make me forget how much you mean to me
All the tea in China, can't take you from em
No amount of wealth or other things can separate you and me
The highest mountains the greenest valleys
The biggest and most beautiful sights on this earth cannot match the beauty and worth of our connection
All the stars above, can't replace
Even the vastness of universe and its beauties can never take your place in my heart
My favorite face
You are the one I love, adore and cherish the most
You were there in the hard times
You supported me in the most difficult moments of my life
You were there when I was ready to give up
You gave me the strength to continue when I was ready to give up on everything
You were there when there was no one else
You were the only one standing by me when everyone else left
You'll be there in the long run
You promised to stay by my side and support me for life
You mean the world
You hold such an important place in my life, that you mean everything to me
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CHRISTOPHER JOHN HAYES, HUEY LEWIS
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