Gaines studied art before becoming a singer as a teenager. He joined a local cover band then left later and released his first, self-titled album in 1992 after signing to Chrysalis Records. He released albums in 1994 and 1998, then had a breakthrough in 2001 when his cover of " In Your Eyes " became an Adult Contemporary hit. Speaking with Songfacts about his record company experience, Gaines said: "I think it was great recording for a label - that label, any label - it has been great. Since leaving Chrysalis / EMI, I went on to do the same thing for other labels, and those experiences have gone and are going great as well. In the US, I recorded for Rykodisc and Artemis Recors. Overseas, my records came out on Epic, Virgin."
Gaines continues to perform live.
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Choices
Jeffrey Gaines Lyrics
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A teardrop forms in my eye
When I look into the face of a child
The teardrop falls from my eye
And if there weren't so many
Unwanted children in the world today
Then maybe I could understand your view
But as long as there's so many
Then leave my choices alone
If I don't want this life
Then why should you
A life without love is something
An innocent child shouldn't be put through
When I look into the midnight sky
And see the sins of those we respect
And when I look into the face of a child
I see the pain from their neglect
There are those who call it murder
And say that it is a sin
But I still can't understand your view
Please respect that it's
My life, my mind and my body
And leave my choices alone
Forcing me by law to follow suit
A life without love is something
An innocent child shouldn't be pulled through
The lyrics in Jeffrey Gaines's song Choices are a powerful statement on the issue of abortion and the right for women to make their own choices regarding their bodies. The song begins by expressing the emotional weight that is carried by the decision to have an abortion. The singer looks into the morning sky and a teardrop forms in his eye, overcome with the magnitude of the choice that must be made. However, he argues that this decision should be left to the individual.
He goes on to speak about the many children in the world who are unwanted and without a happy home. He argues that it is not fair to force women to have children they do not want or cannot care for, as it is the child who ultimately will suffer. He speaks of the pain and neglect that many children experience, and how it is a sin to bring a child into the world if they will not receive the love and care they deserve.
The song concludes with a call to respect the individual's right to make their own choices. It is a plea to understand that every situation is unique, and that each person should have the autonomy to make the best decision for themselves and their future. The song powerfully conveys the importance of personal choice and the impact that it has on people's lives.
Line by Line Meaning
When I look into the morning sky
As I gaze at the early morning sky
A teardrop forms in my eye
My eyes well up with tears
When I look into the face of a child
As I gaze upon the innocent countenance of a child
The teardrop falls from my eye
A tear trickles down my cheek
And if there weren't so many
In a world where there were not as many
Unwanted children in the world today
Children that are not wanted in society right now
Then maybe I could understand your view
Perhaps then would I comprehend your perspective
But as long as there's so many
However, as long as there continue to be numerous
Children without a happy home
Young ones that are without a joyful abode
Then leave my choices alone
I request that you respect my personal decisions
If I don't want this life
If I desire not to lead this existence
Then why should you
Then why should you interfere with my decision
A life without love is something
Living without love is something that I cannot consent to
An innocent child shouldn't be put through
A child that is blameless should not have to endure such a situation
When I look into the midnight sky
As I observe the dark night sky
And see the sins of those we respect
And witness the transgressions of individuals whom we look up to
And when I look into the face of a child
Furthermore, when I glance at an innocent youngster's face
I see the pain from their neglect
I perceive the suffering caused by the lack of attention
There are those who call it murder
Some people refer to this situation as murder
And say that it is a sin
And declare it to be an offense against the divine
But I still can't understand your view
Despite this, I still cannot comprehend your opinion
Please respect that it's
I kindly request that you recognize
My life, my mind and my body
That this is my life, my thoughts, and my physical being
And leave my choices alone
And refrain from meddling with my choices
Forcing me by law to follow suit
Compelling me to comply by means of legislation
A life without love is something
Creating a life that lacks affection is something I cannot agree to
An innocent child shouldn't be pulled through
A blameless child should not have to experience this
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Written by: JEFFREY GAINES
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