Legend also played the piano on Lauryn Hill's 1998 song "Everything is Everything" and sang background vocals on Jay-Z's "Encore" and Alicia Keys' "You Don't Know My Name". Legend frequently cites gospel, R&B, and hip hop music as his main musical influences.
Legend released his critically acclaimed and Billboard Top Ten second album, Once Again, in October 2006. Produced by Raphael Saadiq, Kanye West and will.i.am, it is again a mixture of gospel and classic soul showcasing his extraordinary voice, particularly on "Show Me".
Grammy Award Wins:
*2005 Best New Artist
*2005 Best Male R&B Vocal Performance: "Ordinary People"
*2005 Best R&B Album- Get Lifted
*2007 Best Male R&B Vocal Performance: Heaven
*2007 Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group: Family Affair
Neo-soul singer and pianist John Legend combined the raw fervor of contemporaries Cody ChesnuTT and the burning precision of D'Angelo. Born John Stephens, Legend was a child prodigy who grew up in Ohio, where he began singing gospel and playing piano at the tender age of five. Legend left Ohio at 16 to attend college in Philadelphia, and it was there that he first found a larger audience. Not yet out of his teens, Legend was tapped to play piano on Lauryn Hill's "Everything Is Everything" in 1998. After completing college, he moved to New York, where he began to build a loyal following playing in nightclubs and releasing CDs that he would sell at shows. He also became an in-demand session musician, playing and occasionally writing for a wide array of artists, including Alicia Keys, Twista, Janet Jackson, and Kanye West. It wasn't until West signed the young talent to his new label that he adopted the Legend name with 2004's Solo Sessions Vol. 1: Live at the Knitting Factory. Get Lifted, his first studio album, was released later in the year. On the strength of enduring single "Ordinary People," the album reached the Top Five of the Billboard 200. This led to three Grammy Awards: Best R&B Album, Best R&B Male Vocal Performance, and Best New Artist. Once Again, which peaked at number three on the Billboard 200 and number one on the R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart, followed in October 2006. Live from Philadelphia, sold exclusively at Target stores, was a successful stopgap release that predated October 2008's Evolver.
You Deserve It All
John Legend Lyrics
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So, I got you something special just because
I found a gift that's perfect
And you're more than worth it
It's everything that you've been dreaming of
Oh, this is my love language
So, I'll go ahead and say it
'Cause you're the gift that keeps on giving
You deserve it all (all)
You deserve it all (all)
You know you've been good all year
Come over here
And let me show you
You deserve it all (all)
You deserve it all (all)
I'll shower you with more than you'll ever need
It's all good with me
'Cause you deserve it all
You give of yourself so unselfishly
So, I, I wanna give you all the finest things
I found a gift that's perfect
And you're more than worth it
It's everything that you've been dreaming of
So, treat yourself to something nice
The luxury, the life
'Cause you're the gift that keeps on giving
You deserve it all (all)
You deserve it all (all)
You know you've been good all year
Come over here
And let me show you
You deserve it all (all)
You deserve it all (all)
I'll shower you with more than you'll ever need
It's all good with me
'Cause you deserve it all
For all you mean to me
Underneath the tree
For you to see beyond your wildest dreams
And I know that I should do this all year long
'Cause you deserve it all (all)
You deserve it all (all)
You know you've been good all year
Come over here
And let me show you
You deserve it all (all)
You deserve it all (all)
I'll shower you with more than you'll ever need
It's all good with me
'Cause you deserve it all
In the song "You Deserve It All" by John Legend, the lyrics express a deep appreciation and love for someone who has given the singer the world with their love. The singer acknowledges that this person has selflessly given so much and deserves to be celebrated. The lyrics suggest that the singer has found a special gift that is perfect for this person because they are worth it. The singer's love language is to express their love through giving, and this person is described as the gift that keeps on giving.
The chorus emphasizes the idea that this person deserves everything. The singer believes that they have been good all year and wants to show them how much they are deserving of all the good things in life. They express their intention to shower this person with more than they'll ever need, and they confirm that it is all good with them because they truly believe that this person deserves it all.
The final verse adds that this person means everything to the singer and that they want them to see beyond their wildest dreams. The singer acknowledges that they should be showing their appreciation and love in this way throughout the entire year, recognizing that this person deserves it all the time.
Overall, the lyrics of "You Deserve It All" convey deep love, gratitude, and a strong desire to express that love through giving and celebrating someone who has selflessly given so much.
Line by Line Meaning
You've given me the world with all your love
You have shown me immense love and have given me everything I could ever ask for.
So, I got you something special just because
As an expression of my gratitude and affection, I have chosen a unique gift for you without any specific reason.
I found a gift that's perfect
I have discovered a present that is impeccably suited to you.
And you're more than worth it
You are incredibly deserving of this gift, and your value goes beyond measure.
It's everything that you've been dreaming of
This gift encompasses everything you have wished for and desired.
Oh, this is my love language
Expressing my affection through thoughtful gestures is the way I demonstrate my love.
So, I'll go ahead and say it
I will openly declare my love and appreciation for you.
'Cause you're the gift that keeps on giving
You continue to bless me and others with your love, making you a precious and ongoing gift.
You deserve it all (all)
You truly deserve to receive everything good and beautiful in life.
You know you've been good all year
You have consistently displayed kindness, goodness, and positivity throughout the year.
Come over here And let me show you
Please come closer so I can demonstrate and prove to you how much you deserve.
I'll shower you with more than you'll ever need
I will abundantly provide you with everything beyond your necessities and desires.
It's all good with me
I am more than willing and content to fulfill your desires and make you happy.
You give of yourself so unselfishly
You selflessly and generously give your love and care to others.
So, I, I wanna give you all the finest things
Therefore, I have the sincere desire to offer you the most exquisite and luxurious possessions.
So, treat yourself to something nice
Take this opportunity to indulge in something pleasant and enjoyable for yourself.
The luxury, the life
Experience the opulent and exceptional aspects of living.
For all you mean to me
This is to express my deep appreciation and affection for everything you represent in my life.
Underneath the tree
Symbolically, the gift I have for you is waiting under the Christmas tree.
For you to see beyond your wildest dreams
With this present, I want you to envision a reality that exceeds even your grandest aspirations.
And I know that I should do this all year long
I am aware that I should consistently appreciate and cherish you in this manner throughout the entire year.
Lyrics Β© BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: John Roger Stephens, Meghan Elizabeth Trainor
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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What a beautiful, joyful, festive song made even greater by the βLegend.β Thank you so much for singing this song John Legend. You make the world a little brighter.This is a perfect holiday song as we transition to 2022!π
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