Born in Providence, RI, Jeffrey Osborne was the youngest of 12 children and was constantly bombarded with music as he was growing up. He had five brothers and six sisters, some of whom went on to have music careers. His father, Clarence "Legs" Osborne, was a popular trumpeter who played with Lionel Hampton, Count Basie, and Duke Ellington, and died when Jeffrey was only 13. His mother, Wanita, is ancestored by a Pequot Indian sachem. His oldest brother, Clay Osborne, is a singer and pianist, and Billy, another brother, is a songwriter and producer in Los Angeles. But Osborne's father had the greatest influence on his musical career; Clarence "Legs" Osborne turned down many top band offers during his career to be with his family. It was only after receiving his mother's encouragement that Jeffrey left for Los Angeles to play with L.T.D. At the age of 15, he sat in with the O'Jays when the drummer was too tired to play, and went on to play with them for two weeks. It was at a Providence nightclub that fate brought him together with the band Love Men Ltd. in 1969.
Osborne's solo career has brought him five gold and platinum albums, including Stay With Me Tonight, Aymuk, and Only Human. He also recorded an album of duets with popular singer James Ingram, and scored an international hit with "On the Wings of Love" in 1982. Osborne's touring and recording continue to keep him busy much of the time, but he also devotes some of his time to charity work.
A Time For Love
Jeffrey Osborne Lyrics
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For hummingbirds and butterflies
For tender words that harmonize with love
A time for climbing hills
For leaning out of windowsills
Admiring daffodils above
A time for rainbow coloured weather
A time of make believe that we've been dreaming of
As time goes drifting by
The willow bends and so do I
But all my friends whatever skies above
I know a time for spring
A time for fall
But best of all
A time for love
A time for holding hands together
A time for rainbow coloured weather
A time of make believe that we've been dreaming of
As time goes drifting by
The willow bends and so do I
But all my friends whatever skies above
I know a time for spring
A time for fall
But best of all
A time for love
The lyrics of Jeffrey Osborne's "A Time For Love" talk about different seasons and times of the year as a metaphor for the joys of love. The first verse describes summer as a time of beauty, tenderness, and love. The second verse talks about climbing hills and admiring daffodils as a metaphor for the joy and wonder of being in love. The chorus emphasizes the importance of holding hands, experiencing the different colors and weather patterns of life, and dreaming of love. The bridge notes that time continues to pass, but despite life's ups and downs, there is always a time for love.
This song uses nature and the changing seasons as a metaphor for the different phases of love. The singer's journey is punctuated by moments of joy, wonder, and tenderness as he encounters different seasons of his life, each with its unique beauty. The lyrics express a longing for love, affection, and tenderness that can transcend time and bring together the best moments of one's life. The music and lyrics are woven together beautifully to create a feeling of hope, happiness, and romance.
Line by Line Meaning
A time for summer skies
A time to appreciate the beauty of clear blue skies and warm temperatures, where one can indulge in outdoor activities and bask in the sunshine.
For hummingbirds and butterflies
A time to observe the natural world as it comes alive with the buzzing and fluttering of creatures like hummingbirds and butterflies.
For tender words that harmonize with love
A time to express affectionate and heartfelt sentiments, filled with love and warmth, that resonate deeply with others.
A time for climbing hills
A time to embark on adventures in the great outdoors, scaling peaks and exploring new terrain.
For leaning out of windowsills
A time to enjoy simple pleasures, such as leaning out of a window and taking in the sights and sounds of the world outside.
Admiring daffodils above
A time to appreciate the beauty of nature's delicate floral displays, such as daffodils in full bloom.
A time for holding hands together
A time to connect intimately with loved ones, holding hands and savoring the warmth of human touch.
A time for rainbow coloured weather
A time to revel in the splendor of nature's breathtaking displays, such as a rainbow on a clear day.
A time of make believe that we've been dreaming of
A time to let imagination and fantasy run wild, dreaming up and pursuing impossible, yet exciting, scenarios.
As time goes drifting by
As the passage of time slowly rolls along, inevitably changing the world around us and each of our own lives.
The willow bends and so do I
Like a flexible willow tree, we too must learn to adapt and respond to the changing winds of time in order to remain resilient and strong.
But all my friends whatever skies above
Regardless of what the world throws our way, we can always take solace in the fact that we have friends who will stand by us through every season of life.
I know a time for spring
I am aware that there will come a time of renewal and growth, after the bleakness of winter, where new life will flourish.
A time for fall
I recognize that there will also be a time of transition and shedding, as the leaves fall and nature prepares for a period of rest and renewal.
But best of all
Despite these changes and fluctuations, the most precious and cherished of all times is the time spent in love with those closest to us.
A time for love
No matter what season or time of year, there is always room for love and connection in our lives.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Johnny Mandel, Paul Francis Webster
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