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.
Never
Jeffrey Osborne Lyrics
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You are always thinking of me and nobody has ever loved me like you
Like the sun that shines, baby you always brighten up this heart of mine
All the way to the limit, got lucky with a group of sevens
This must be how it is in heaven
Cause it feels so right having you in my life
Like the air we breathe
Giving the satisfaction
Somebody from above us blessed me, and every time that you caress me
Well I understand that I'm such a lucky man
Oh I've never met a woman, never ever met a woman like you
You are always thinking of me and nobody has ever loved me like you
As the river flows, so are you purifying deep inside my soul
Washing away my troubles, so fortunate that I have met a
Life really couldn't be any better, she's a vision love
All there is to love
Oh I've never met a woman, never ever met a woman like you
You are always thinking of me and nobody has ever loved me like you
Say whatever call me crazy, but I've never met a lady like you
No I've never met another cause there simply is no other like you
No, no, no no there is no woman like you
Oh I got a super woman, open water, super woman, la di da da
How did I ever find someone like you
I thought I'd never fall in love so true
I am so thankful that you are mine
You are the love of my life
Oh I've never met a woman, never ever met a woman like you
You are always thinking of me and nobody has ever loved me like you
Say whatever call me crazy, but I've never met a lady like you
No I've never met another cause there simply is no other like you
Oh I've never
Never met a woman
Never met a woman
No I never really met a woman like you before
In Jeffrey Osborne's song "Never," the lyrics express the singer's astonishment and gratitude for the unique qualities of a woman he has met. He begins by acknowledging that he has never encountered anyone like her before. She constantly thinks about him and loves him in a way that no one else ever has. Her presence in his life brings brightness, joy, and warmth to his heart, akin to the sun shining. The singer feels lucky, comparing his fortunate circumstances to a winning streak in a game of chance, suggesting that being with this woman feels heavenly.
The woman is described as refreshing as a summer breeze, providing satisfaction and bringing blessings from above. Her love is depicted as purifying, washing away the singer's troubles and bringing him happiness. The lyrics suggest that the singer feels complete and content with her in his life, likening their love to the air they breathe. The love they share is presented as a vision and the epitome of what love should be.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh I've never met a woman, never ever met a woman like you
I have never encountered a woman who possesses the same qualities and characteristics as you.
You are always thinking of me and nobody has ever loved me like you
You constantly have me in your thoughts, and no one has ever shown me the same level of love and affection as you have.
Like the sun that shines, baby you always brighten up this heart of mine
Similar to the radiant sun, you consistently bring joy and happiness to my innermost being.
All the way to the limit, got lucky with a group of sevens
Taking things to the utmost extent, I have been incredibly fortunate and successful, symbolized by the occurrence of a winning combination of sevens.
This must be how it is in heaven, cause it feels so right having you in my life
The overwhelming contentment and satisfaction I experience with you by my side lead me to believe that this is what heavenly bliss must feel like.
Like the air we breathe, baby you are refreshing as a summer breeze
Just like the essential air we inhale, you bring a rejuvenating and invigorating presence to my existence, similar to a gentle and delightful summer breeze.
Giving the satisfaction, somebody from above us blessed me, and every time that you caress me
Bestowing a profound sense of contentment, I truly believe that a higher power has blessed our union, and each time you lovingly touch me, it confirms this belief.
Well I understand that I'm such a lucky man
I completely comprehend and acknowledge that I am an incredibly fortunate individual to have you in my life.
As the river flows, so are you purifying deep inside my soul
Similar to the flowing river, you cleanse and purify the depths of my soul, bringing an overwhelming sense of renewal and purity.
Washing away my troubles, so fortunate that I have met a
By washing away all my worries and difficulties, I realize how incredibly fortunate I am to have encountered someone like you.
Life really couldn't be any better, she's a vision love
My life has reached the pinnacle of perfection, as you, my love, are an embodiment of beauty and splendor.
All there is to love
You possess every single aspect that is worthy of love and adoration.
Say whatever call me crazy, but I've never met a lady like you
Regardless of what others may say or think, label me as insane if you will, but I have never encountered another woman who compares to you.
No I've never met another cause there simply is no other like you
No, I have never come across another individual because there is absolutely no one else quite like you.
Oh I got a super woman, open water, super woman, la di da da
Oh, I am fortunate enough to have a remarkable and exceptional woman, like an unbounded ocean, who possesses extraordinary qualities and abilities.
How did I ever find someone like you
I am astounded and grateful to have discovered an extraordinary person like you.
I thought I'd never fall in love so true
I believed that experiencing such genuine and deep love would never happen to me.
I am so thankful that you are mine
I am filled with immense gratitude that you belong to me.
You are the love of my life
Without a doubt, you are the one I love most in this world.
Oh I've never met a woman, never ever met a woman like you
I have never encountered a woman who possesses the same qualities and characteristics as you.
Say whatever call me crazy, but I've never met a lady like you
Regardless of what others may say or think, label me as insane if you will, but I have never encountered another woman who compares to you.
No I've never met another cause there simply is no other like you
No, I have never come across another individual because there is absolutely no one else quite like you.
Oh I've never
I have never
Never met a woman
Encountered a woman
Never met a woman
Encountered a woman
No I never really met a woman like you before
No, I have genuinely never come across a woman like you in the past.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Jeffrey Osborne, Steven Eugene Grove
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