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.
On The Wings Of Love
Jeffrey Osborne Lyrics
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You are the sunshine that lights my heat within
And I'm sure that you're an angel in disguise
Come take my hand and together we will rise
On the wings of love
Up and above the clouds
The only way to fly
On the wings of love
Only the two of us
Together flying high
Flying high Upon the wings of love
You look at me and I begin to melt
Just like the snow when a ray of sun is felt
And I'm crazy 'bout ya baby, can't you see
I'd be so delighted if you could come with me
On the wings of love
Up and above the clouds
The only way to fly
Is on the wings of love
On the wings of love
Only the two of us
Together flying high
Flying high upon the wings of love
Yes, you belong to me
And I'm yours exclusively
Right now we live and breathe each other
Insepreble it seems
We're flowing like a stream
Running free flowing
On the wings of love
On the wings of love
Up and above the clouds
The only way to fly
Is on the wings of love
On the wings of love
Only the two of us
Together flying high
Together flying high
On the wings of love
Up and above the clouds
The only way to fly
Is on the wings of love
On the wings of love
Only the two of us
Together flying high
Flying high upon the wings of love, of love
The lyrics to Jeffrey Osborne's "On The Wings of Love" express the pure joy and love the singer feels for his significant other. The song begins with a message of hope and positivity, urging his partner to smile and feel the warmth of the new day. He credits his partner with bringing light and joy into his life, calling her an angel in disguise. The two of them rise together above the clouds on the wings of love, experiencing the joy of true connection and companionship.
The second verse of the song expands on this message, with the singer noting how his partner's gaze has a physical effect on him, making him feel as though he is melting under the intensity of her love. The singer is clearly infatuated with his partner, unable to resist her charms and wishing for her to join him on his journey through life. The chorus is a celebration of the love between the two of them, urging them to rise up and move forward together, higher and higher on the wings of love.
Overall, "On The Wings of Love" is a beautiful love song that captures the euphoria and bliss of being with someone you love and cherish. The lyrics are simple yet powerful, with an intense emotional weight that is easy to connect with and relate to.
Line by Line Meaning
Just smile for me and let the day begin
Start the day with a positive attitude by smiling for me
You are the sunshine that lights my heat within
Being with you brightens up my life
And I'm sure that you're an angel in disguise
I believe you have a divine presence about you
Come take my hand and together we will rise
Let's embark on a journey together and rise above challenges
On the wings of love
The feeling of being in love brings a sense of freedom
Up and above the clouds
Reaching new heights in love and positivity
The only way to fly
Love is the only way to feel complete and experience true happiness
Only the two of us
Our love is unique to just the two of us
Together flying high
We lift each other's spirits up and feel complete when we are together
You look at me and I begin to melt
Your gaze weakens my defenses and my heart melts
Just like the snow when a ray of sun is felt
My heart feels warm and radiant when I am with you
And I'm crazy 'bout ya baby, can't you see
I'm head over heels in love with you and can't hide it
I'd be so delighted if you could come with me
I would be ecstatic to have you by my side
Yes, you belong to me
You are mine and I cherish you
And I'm yours exclusively
I belong only to you and no one else
Right now we live and breathe each other
Our love is all-consuming and we are inseparable
Insepreble it seems
We are so deeply in love that it seems impossible to be apart
We're flowing like a stream
Our love is flowing like a gentle stream and moves us along
Running free flowing
We're free to be ourselves in our love
Together flying high
Our love is uplifting and takes us to new heights
Flying high upon the wings of love
Our love is the foundation for our happiness and success
Lyrics © MUSIC SALES CORPORATION, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JEFFREY L. OSBORNE, PETER H. SCHLESS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Just smile for me
And let the day begin
You are the sunshine
That lights my heart within
And I'm sure that you're
An angel in disguise
Come take my hand and
Together we will rise
On the wings of love
Up and above the clouds
The only way to fly
Is on the wings of love
On the wings of love
Only the two of us
Together flying high
Flying high up on the wings of love
You look at me
And I begin to melt
Just like the snow when
A ray of sun is felt
And I'm crazy 'boutcha
Baby, can't you see
I'd be so delighted if
You would come with me
On the wings of love
Up and above the clouds
The only way to fly
Is on the wings of love
On the wings of love
Only the two of us
Together flying high
Flying high up on the wings of love
Yes, you belong to me
I'm yours exclusively
Right now we live
And breathe each other
Inseparable it seems
We're flowing like a stream
Running free traveling
On the wings of love
On the wings of love
Up and above the clouds
The only way to fly
Is on the wings of love
On the wings of love
Only the two of us
Together flying high
Together flying high
On the wings of love
Up and above the clouds
The only way to fly
Is on the wings of love
On the wings of love
Only the two of us
Together flying high
Flying high up on the wings of love
@domingoobnamia2630
who's listening this song 2024 this is a masterpiece🤘
@RosanaCarvalho85
Eu❤
@Rob-jt6kv
I'm listening I'm 53 so I know what it is, just saying something
@enforcer84021
My Wife & I cherished this song. My Wife wanted me to play this song when her time came. On Nov. 27, 2020 the Angels from Heaven called her. She passed away on my arms and I played this song to fulfill her dreams and wishes. (RIP) Sweetheart I will always love you and miss you.
@KM-ql4eb
May she rest in peace.
@alvaromarchant4011
Mucha Fuerza Que en Paz descanse su Señora
@patbest7057
Enforcer my belated condolences from australia
@neilcooke6524
Love you you too xxx
@janet8415
this song makes me cry
but i love it
@Gandoflini
May Almighty God bless, Jeffery Osborne always. Protect him from any harm, give him all the best, bless him with good health!
Amen!