In 2009, Evancho independently released her debut album, "Prelude to a Dream". The album was released with just 4,000 printings. Because of digital success following her appearance on the fifth season of America's Got Talent, the album charted in the 121st position of the Billboard 200 albums, and the 2nd position of the Billboard Classical albums chart. Following a whirlwind of media coverage after her second place finish on the show, Evancho released her debut holiday EP, "O Holy Night", in November 2010. The album debuted at number two on the Billboard 200 albums, and number one on the Billboard Classical albums, and later achieved Platinum status. Evancho is the youngest solo artist ever to go Platinum in the U.S.
In June 2011, Evancho's debut studio album, "Dream With Me", was released, and charted at number two on the Billboard 200 albums, and number one of the Billboard Classical albums. The album would later achieve "Gold" status, and sell in excess of 500,000 copies.
In late 2011, Evancho's sophomore album, "Heavenly Christmas", was released exclusively through American retailer Walmart. The album debuted at number one on the Classical album chart, becoming her fourth consecutive work to do so. It also debuted in the top 20 of the Billboard 200 albums.
All I Ask Of You
Jackie Evancho Lyrics
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I'm here, nothing can harm you, my words will warm and calm you
Let me be your freedom, let daylight dry your tears
I'm here, with you, beside you, to guard you and to guide you
Say you'll love me every waking moment
Turn my head with talk of summertime
Say you need me with you now and always
That's all I ask of you
Let me be your shelter, let me be your light
You're safe, no one will find you, your fears are far behind you
All I want is freedom, a world with no more night
And you always beside me, to hold me and to hide me
Then, say you'll share with me one life, one lifetime
Let me lead you from your solitude
Say you need me with you here beside you
Anywhere you go let me go too
Love me, that's all I ask of you
Stay each day with me, each night, each morning
Say you love me, you know I do
Love me, that's all I ask of you
The lyrics to Jackie Evancho's song "All I Ask Of You" are a plea for love, loyalty, and companionship. The singer tells the person they are addressing that they will protect them and provide a sense of safety, warmth, and calm from the world's darkness and fears. The singer promises to be the other person's freedom, light, and shelter, and wants a world for them both that is filled with love, light, and no more night. The singer wants the other person to promise them that all they say is true and to share their life with them, and to never let them go.
The song is a romantic ballad, inspired by the character's love confession to Christine in the musical "The Phantom of the Opera". The lyrics are about the desire for love and companionship, and the hope that two people can build a life together that is filled with joy and light. The words express devotion and loyalty, as well as the desire for emotional and physical connection.
Line by Line Meaning
No more talk of darkness, forget these wide-eyed fears
Stop dwelling on the negative and scary parts of life and focus on the positive.
I'm here, nothing can harm you, my words will warm and calm you
I am here to protect you and give you comfort and peace.
Let me be your freedom, let daylight dry your tears
Allow me to be the one who helps you move past your sadness and into a better, brighter future.
I'm here, with you, beside you, to guard you and to guide you
I will always be by your side to keep you safe and lead you when you need direction.
Say you'll love me every waking moment
Promise me that your love for me will never falter or fade, and that it will be strong throughout our entire lives.
Turn my head with talk of summertime
Distract me from my worries with happy thoughts and memories of the warm, carefree days of summer.
Say you need me with you now and always
Tell me that you will always want and need me in your life, no matter what happens.
Promise me that all you say is true
Make a commitment to always be honest with me and to keep your promises.
Let me be your shelter, let me be your light
Allow me to protect you and light your way in life, especially in times of darkness or trouble.
You're safe, no one will find you, your fears are far behind you
I will keep you safe from harm and help you move past your fears and worries.
All I want is freedom, a world with no more night
My ultimate desire is for us to be free of darkness and negativity in life, to always see the light and to have no more hardships or struggles.
And you always beside me, to hold me and to hide me
I need you to be there for me, both to give me comfort and to help protect me from the difficulties of the world.
Then, say you'll share with me one life, one lifetime
Make a vow to always share your life and experiences with me, to never be apart and to always work together towards our goals.
Let me lead you from your solitude
Allow me to help you overcome your feelings of loneliness and find joy and happiness in life together.
Say you need me with you here beside you
Tell me that you will always want me by your side, to support and comfort you in all aspects of life.
Anywhere you go let me go too
Promise me that you will always include me in your life, no matter where you go or what you do.
Love me, that's all I ask of you
My only request is for your love, which is the most important thing in my life and will make everything else worthwhile.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Charles Hart, Andrew Lloyd Webber, Richard Stilgoe
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@antoniosantos4354
As an AESTHETE, I have been following this teenage singing SENSATION Jackie Evancho, for a few years now, after she was revealed to the world in AGT. And everywhere I go, and in every video, she has received so many accolades, so much so that it is hard to add to a comment that has not yet been said.
So I will take a niche, and COMPLIMENT Jackie for always wearing clothes over the years, that have CONSISTENTLY BEEN ELEGANT and SUPER TASTEFUL.
This only affirms that Miss Evancho is such an all-around lover of beauty, and shares this love with the rest of the world.
From her effortless and FLAWLESS singing, her natural facial beauty, to her sartorial proclivities, Jacqueline Evancho has always treated her audiences with EXQUISITE AESTHETIC EXPERIENCES. For all these and more, I thank you, dearest Jackie.
God bless you more. But please remain the wonderful and humble person that you have always been. God bless us all.
@breeczysz2115
Wow her voice is amazing I never cry during a performance but wow this really got me emotional thank you for your voice you sound like a angel and you are incredible
@katherinelopez2803
Her voice gives me peace ✌️
@neann6
She sang both parts of a duet in two different ranges, what a legend!
@keyblademasterclark
I am never NOT blown away her performances. She has an amazing voice
@user-mg4hd5kz3q
Thank you Jackie for so many years of great singing!
@gooeyboba9838
Holy heck, I got goosebumps, her voice is so beautiful!!
@NinaC
What an angel! Thank you for blessing my ears!!! Such a lovely rendition!
@robertgoldbach5445
The precision and beauty of that last note--well, all of them, really--is mind-boggling.
@artieskuld6858
The most impressive thing about this performance is how mature she sounds compared to how tiny and young she looks!
@Coupydog
She WAS. Jackie just turned 11 around the time of this Concert. Her absolute BEST!