In the early 1960s, he was discovered by Byron Lee, the band master of the Dragonaires, who brought him to Jamaica. There, he started performing with the Skatalites as one of their lead singers. He recorded as a solo artist first on Coxsone Dodd's Studio One label, and afterwards on Justin Yap's Top Deck label and Edward Seaga's Wirl label. His styles included ska, R&B, soul, gospel, and calypso. He is credited with inventing spouge music, a fusion of ska, calypso, and R&B music. Opel performed duos with Doreen Schaffer and Hortense Ellis, and in 1964 was backed by Wailers Bob Marley and Peter Tosh on "Mill Man."
Opel eventually moved to Trinidad and then back to Barbados. In 1970, he died in a car crash in Bridgetown, Barbados.
Eternal Love
Jackie Opel Lyrics
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My love for you darling will never cease
Eternal love... Eternal love
I'm sure as the stars Shine′s in the sky
My love for you darling will never die
Eternal love... Eternal love
You and i must be more realistic
When the bad times come along
You must be brave and I'll be strong
As sure as the sea rises and more
My love for you baby will forever endure
Eternal love... Eternal love
You and i must be more realistic
In whatever we do yea yea yea
When the bad times comes along
You must be brave and I'll be strong
As sure as the sea rises and more
My love for you baby will forever endure
Eternal love... Eternal love
Waaa i beg ya my baby
Waaa i beg ya for her hand
I know i know i know oh youuuu
In the song "Eternal Love" by Jackie Opel, the lyrics express the depth and everlasting nature of love. The singer begins by comparing his love to the rising of the sun and the shining of the stars, indicating that just like these natural occurrences, his love for his partner will never cease or die. As the song progresses, the singer emphasizes the importance of being realistic and brave during tough times, promising to be a pillar of strength for his partner. He reiterates that the love he speaks of is eternal and will endure through anything that life throws their way.
Overall, the message of the song is one of romantic devotion and commitment. The imagery of the sun and stars evokes a sense of timelessness, while the comparison of love to the rising sea suggests the unstoppable power of true feelings. The singer seems to be pleading for his lover's hand, urging her to see the depth of his feelings and trust in the unbreakable bond they share.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm sure as the sun rise in the east
My love for you is unshakable and never-ending, like the inevitable daily event of the sun rising in the east
My love for you darling will never cease
My affection for you will never run out or diminish, no matter what the future may hold
Eternal love... Eternal love
The deep and sincere love I have for you will last forever and transcend anything that comes our way
I'm sure as the stars Shine′s in the sky
My love for you is as unwavering and constant as the stars in the night sky that always shine
My love for you darling will never die
My feelings for you will never fade away even if life gets tough or distant
You and i must be more realistic
We should acknowledge the practicalities and limitations of our relationship and not live in a utopian dream
In whatever we do yea yea
Regardless of what we strive to achieve, we need to face reality together
When the bad times come along
In moments of hardship that we will inevitably encounter, we ought to stay steadfast and supportive of one another
You must be brave and I'll be strong
I'll provide strength and courage when you need it most, and I believe in your bravery too
As sure as the sea rises and more
My love for you will not only persist but grow stronger with every passing moment, like the ebb and flow of the rising sea
My love for you baby will forever endure
No matter what life throws our way, nothing will ever stop the eternal and enduring love I have for you
Waaa i beg ya my baby
I earnestly beg and plea with you, my beloved
Waaa i beg ya for her hand
I plead and request to have your hand in marriage
I know i know i know oh youuuu
I am certain and fully aware of my feelings for you and that you are the one for me
Writer(s): Dalton Bishop
Contributed by Kayla G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Lyrics
I'm sure as the sun rise in the east
My love for you darling will never cease Eternal love... Eternal love
I'm sure as the stars Shine's in the sky
My love for you darling will never die Eternal love... Eternal love
You and i must be more realistic In whatever we do yea yea
When the bad times come along You must be brave and I'll be strong
As sure as the sea rises and more
My love for you baby will forever endure Eternal love... Eternal love
You and i must be more realistic In whatever we do yea yea yea
When the bad times comes along You must be brave and I'll be strong
As sure as the sea rises and more
My love for you baby will forever endure Eternal love... Eternal love
Waaa i beg ya my baby Waaa i beg ya for her hand I know i know i know oh youuuu
@casimirjaworski3338
Bonjour Philippe très beau ça fait longtemps que je l écoute 😊
@kenwood9797
What a great lost for my country barbados .....one of the best voices in the world.
@engine-5419
Jackie Opel songs reach my heart, couldn't forget the first time I heard his records!! so many years ago!! Then I keep his memory alive! greetings from France!! J
@patriciapierre878
Oh! How I love this song from the bottom of my ❤️ heart. to my entire being. I was quite young when this song was released and ever since that time it has been a super-favourite of my own. It is such a great pity that Jackie had to leave us so soon.. He made such an explosive song and used his talent to the fullest. What dynamism.
@ilsegarcia8826
Para mi amiga hasta el cielo 😪
@clivebatson75
My opinion the greatest singer of all times
@timdamroth7379
Yes!!!!!
@engine-5419
true!! great voice, great feeling!!
@desireejaikaran1858
Sweet memories. Grooving on a saturday night.!!
@rosieprescott9160
Eternal love LB