She was the first American singer to record at Abbey Road Studios in England. Her fan base even included Asia and the Philippines. She had 7 top hits, including "Why Don't You Believe in Me?", "Your Cheating Heart," "Almost Always," and "Have You Heard?"
She married composer Tony Acquaviva in 1956. In 1964, she dropped out of the public eye to take care of him and did so until 1986, when Mr. Acquaviva passed away. She began to tour again in the 1990's. She was given a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
The Nearness Of You With
Joni James Lyrics
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But I don't stand a ghost of a chance with you!
I thought at last I'd found you, but other lovers surround you
And "I don't stand a ghost of a chance with you!"
If you'd surrender just for a tender kiss or two
You might discover, that I'm the lover meant for you
And I'd be true, but what's the good of scheming
I know I must be dreaming
The lyrics of Joni James's song "I Don't Stand A Ghost Of A Chance With You" are about unrequited love. The singer is hopelessly in love with someone who is out of their league. They express their love and desire for the other person, but acknowledge that they have no chance with them. The lyrics reveal the singer's desperation and frustration as they see other lovers around the person they love. They long for a chance with their crush, but realize that they have no hope of ever being with them.
The line "If you'd surrender just for a tender kiss or two, you might discover that I'm the lover meant for you" shows that the singer sees the other person's detachment and lack of emotion towards them as a challenge that could be overcome. However, they seem to understand that it might be impossible to make the desired person fall in love with them.
The final line "I know I must be dreaming" expresses the frustration of the singer who understands that their chances with their love interest are practically non-existent. Overall, the song highlights the theme of unrequited love and how the singer longs for a chance with the person they love despite the reality of their situation.
Line by Line Meaning
I need your love so badly, I love you, oh, so madly
I am deeply in love with you and cannot live without your love
But I don't stand a ghost of a chance with you!
However, I am aware that you do not reciprocate my feelings
I thought at last I'd found you, but other lovers surround you
I believed you were the one for me, but it seems like there are others in your life
And "I don't stand a ghost of a chance with you!"
Therefore, I have no hope of being with you
If you'd surrender just for a tender kiss or two
If you were to give me a chance, even just for a small gesture of affection
You might discover, that I'm the lover meant for you
You may realize that I am the one who truly loves you
And I'd be true, but what's the good of scheming
I would be loyal to you, but there is no point in planning or plotting
I know I must be dreaming
I am aware that my hopes of being with you may only be a fantasy
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Written by: Bing Crosby, Ned Washington, Victor Popular Young
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