They formed in 1979 after Vangelis had been rumoured to replace Rick Wakeman in Yes a few years before. Anderson had contributed to Vangelis' albums "Heaven and Hell", "See You Later" and "Opera Sauvage".
They released a total of four albums with Anderson writing the lyrics and Vangelis composing the music: "Short Stories" in 1980, "The Friends of Mr. Cairo" in 1981, "Private Collection" in 1983, and "Page of Life" in 1991, which got re-released in 1998 with some additional tracks of which Vangelis reportedly did not approve. There are also two compilations, called "The Best of Jon & Vangelis" (1984) and "Chronicles" (1994)
Love Is
Jon & Vangelis Lyrics
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To find love is
For your love
I'll carry on, to know
That love, it is
Love is, it is, love is, it is
All now is all
So in love this way
Together, once more together
Although the future, seems so uncertain
Take heart my good friend,
Your time is waiting
No thoughts of sadness
All thoughts need someone, too.
Of all the feelings
There's one that matters
The gift of loving
The gift of love is calling you
O heart of mine be true, be true,
I know we're ready, like ships a sailing
Let all nights be like this
Forever I could hold you-come to me
"Then we come to love."
The lyrics of Jon and Vangelis's "Love Is" embodies the idea of finding love and the power it holds in our lives. The lyrics suggest that love is the ultimate goal, and it's worth fighting for. The opening lines, "I will be here with you, to find love," express the promise of solidarity, and the journey to find love has begun. The phrase, "It is for your love, I'll carry on, to know," shows that the singer is willing to go to any extent to find love and understand what it means.
The chorus, "Love is, it is, love is, it is. All now is all, the sound is so in love this way," shows that love is all-encompassing, and when we find love, everything else fades away. Love is the most powerful emotion that brings fulfillment and happiness in our lives. The lyrics remind the listener that love requires effort and dedication, and it is worth it because love should be the ultimate goal in our lives.
The second part of the song encourages the singer's friend to have hope and trust that love will come. "Although the future seems so uncertain, take heart, my good friend, your time is waiting." The lyrics remind us that patience is key while waiting for love to find us. The line, "Of all the feelings, there's one that matters, the gift of loving, the gift of love is calling you," affirms that love is the most powerful and rewarding feeling in the world.
Overall, the lyrics of "Love Is" are insightful and try to emphasize that love should be the ultimate goal in our lives. The song encourages listeners to hold on to hope and wait for love patiently.
Line by Line Meaning
I will be here with you
I am committed to being by your side
To find love is
It is important to seek out love
For your love
Everything I do is for your love
I'll carry on, to know
I will continue on this journey to find true love
That love, it is
Love is an undeniable force
Love is, it is, love is, it is
Love is present in all aspects of life
All now is all
The present moment is all that matters
The sound is
The feeling of love is overwhelming
So in love this way
Being in love feels amazing
Together, once more together
We belong together
Although the future, seems so uncertain
The future is uncertain, but our love is strong
Take heart my good friend,
Stay positive, my friend
Your time is waiting
Your time for love will come
No thoughts of sadness
Don't dwell on negative emotions
All thoughts need someone, too.
Everyone needs someone to love
Of all the feelings
Out of all the emotions
There's one that matters
Love is the most important feeling
The gift of loving
The ability to love is a gift
The gift of love is calling you
You have the opportunity to find love
O heart of mine be true, be true,
Stay true to your heart
I know we're ready, like ships a sailing
We are ready for whatever comes our way
Let all nights be like this
Let every night be filled with love and happiness
Forever I could hold you-come to me
I will hold you forever, come be with me
"Then we come to love."
Love is what brings us together
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, THE ROYALTY NETWORK INC., Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING, Songtrust Ave
Written by: CARL ANDERSON, WILSON TURBINTON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
MaryVamos
~Lyrics~
Realizing a form out of stone,
Set hands moving.
Roan shaped his heart,
Through his working hands.
Worked to mold his passion into clay,
Like the sun.
In his room, his lady,
She would dance and sing so completely.
"So be still, " he now cries,
"I have time, oh let clay transform thee so."
In the deep cold of night,
Winter calls, he cries "Don't deny me!"
For his lady, deep her illness.
Time has caught her,
And will for all reasons take her.
In the still light of dawn, she dies.
Helpless hands soul revealing.
Like leaves we touch, we learn.
We once knew the story.
As winter calls he will starve,
All but to see the stone be life.
Now Roan, no more tears.
Set to work his strength,
So transformed him.
Realizing a form out of stone,
His work so absorbed him.
Could she hear him?
Could she see him?
All aglow was his room,
Dazed in this light.
He would touch her,
He would hold her.
Laughing as they danced,
Highest colors touching others.
Did her eyes at the turn of the century,
Tell me plainly.
How we'll meet, how we'll love,
Oh, let life so transform me.
Like leaves we touch, we dance.
We once knew the story.
As autumn called and we both,
Remembered all those many years ago.
I'm sure we know.
Was the sign in the day with a touch,
As I kiss your fingers.
We walk hands in the sun,
Memories when we're young,
Love lingers so.
Was it sun through the haze,
That made all your looks,
As warm as moonlight?
As a pearl deep your eyes,
Tears have flown away,
All the same light.
Did her eyes at the turn of the century,
Tell me plainly.
When we meet, how we'll look,
As we smile time will leave me clearly.
Like leaves we touch, we see,
We will know the story.
As autumn calls we'll both remember,
All those many years ago.
Chazzertron
We’ve lost Vangelis and his extraordinary talent from our world to the Universe. Thank you and rest in peace.
Geoff Gunner
Quite possibly Jon's greatest vocal.
Daniel Roland
God bless you Jon and Vangelis
Igal Flint
i have been listening to this song ever since, over and over and over. it is a mantra !
John RAMBO
Jon's voice and Vangelis synths and you're travelling in heaven !!!
Steve Ellis
This song has the ability to make everything good. Stunningly beautiful forevermore.
2008AndAYes
Jon and Vangelis are geniuses. I wish that they could make another album together.
Wilfredo Saturno
demasiado bella esta cancion. es como pensar que existe un mundo realmente perfecto.
foamulator
To everyone who loves Jon's music- I strongly recommend you locate a copy of his solo album entitled: "Olias of Sunhillow." It is quite simply amazing.
Lipoaloha
Yes! One of my favorite albums of All time!!!!!!!