Jordan Hill's self-titled debut album appeared on May 21, 1996. Produced by David Foster, Greg Charley, Rhett Lawrence, Jeff Pescetto, SoulShock & Karlin and Mario Winans, this album had the notable production. Jordan covered many songs, such as Cheryl Lynn's disco classic "Got To Be Real", Oleta Adams' "I Just Had To Hear Your Voice" (from 1993's "Evolution" album), Lisa Stansfield's "Make It Right." "For The Love Of You," produced by David Foster and Co-produced by Mario Winans, was release as the first single. It became the minor hit both in Billboard Hot 100 and R&B/Hip charts. However, the remix version by Tony Moran became her one and only Top 10 hit in Hot Dance Music/Club Play charts.
The second single "How Many Times" (which is covered by Aretha Franklin in 1998) and the third single "Too Much Heaven", which is produced by The Bee Gees' Barry Gibb and sang backup, both failed in chart. Due to the poor album sales, 143 Records dropped her.
She still worked with some notable artists, such as The Bee Gees and Jim Brickman, on whose 1999 Top 10 Adult Contemporary hit "Destiny" she was a featured vocalist, along with Billy Porter.
Destiny
Jordan Hill Lyrics
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What if I never found you
I'd never have this feeling in my heart
How did this come to be
I don't know how you found me
But from the moment I saw you
Deep inside my heart I knew
Baby your my destiny
You and I were meant to be
With all my heart and soul
I give my love to have and hold
And as far as I can see
You were always meant to be my destiny
I wanted some one like you
Someone that I could hold on to
And give my love until the end of time
But forever was just a word, just a word
Something I'd only heard about
But now your always there for me
When you say forever I'll believe
Baby your my destiny
You and I were meant to be
With all my heart and soul
I give my love to have and hold
And as far as I can see
You were always meant to be my destiny
Maybe all we need is just a little faith
Cause baby I believe that love will find a way
Baby your my destiny
You and I were meant to be
With all my heart and soul
I give my love to have and hold
And as far as I can see
From now until eternity
You were always meant to be
My destiny
Your my destiny
The lyrics of Jordan Hill's "Destiny" tell the story of finding true love and knowing that it was meant to be. The opening lines "What if I never knew, what if I never found you" convey the idea that without this discovery of love, the songwriter would not have this feeling in their heart. The lyrics go on to suggest that this connection was meant to be, even questioning how the other person found them, ultimately accepting that their love was destined. The chorus includes the lines "You and I were meant to be, with all my heart and soul, I give my love to have and hold."
The bridge provides some insight into the songwriter's state of mind as they were searching for love. They express that although they were looking for someone to love forever, the concept of forever seemed almost unattainable. But with this new-found love, they are able to confidently accept that forever with this person is possible. The final chorus reinforces the sentiment that this love was not just a passing feeling, but was meant to be eternal.
Overall, the song speaks to the thrill and joy of finding a true soulmate and knowing that they were always meant to be together.
Line by Line Meaning
What if I never knew
Reflecting on how life would be different if he had never met his significant other
What if I never found you
Considering the possibility of never having found his soulmate
I'd never have this feeling in my heart
Acknowledging the profound love he has for his partner and how it has enriched his life
How did this come to be
Wondering how he ended up so fortunate in finding his true love
I don't know how you found me
Expressing confusion about how his significant other came into his life
But from the moment I saw you
Recalling the moment when they first met and the immediate connection that was felt
Deep inside my heart I knew
Realizing that they were destined to be together forever
Baby your my destiny
Affirming that his significant other is the one he is meant to be with for the rest of his life
You and I were meant to be
Believing that their relationship was predestined to happen and that they were made for each other
With all my heart and soul
Expressing how deeply he loves his partner
I give my love to have and hold
Promising to cherish and love his partner forever
And as far as I can see
Speaking of how far he has thought into the future and that he is confident they will stay together
You were always meant to be my destiny
Reiterating that no matter what happens, they are soulmates and will always be together
I wanted some one like you
Expressing a desire for a significant other like the one he has found
Someone that I could hold on to
Longing for someone who he could be close with and share his life with
And give my love until the end of time
Describing the endless love he has and will give to his significant other
But forever was just a word, just a word
Realizing that the concept of 'forever' is something he struggled to fully understand before meeting his soulmate
Something I'd only heard about
Admitting that he had never fully experienced 'forever' until he met his significant other
But now your always there for me
Expressing gratitude for the unwavering love and support his partner gives him daily
When you say forever I'll believe
Having complete faith in his partner when they promise to love each other until the end of time
Maybe all we need is just a little faith
Reflecting on how important faith is in their relationship
Cause baby I believe that love will find a way
Confident that their love will conquer all obstacles and last a lifetime
From now until eternity
Speaking of the infinite time they will spend together
You were always meant to be
Reaffirming his love for his partner and that their relationship was predestined
My destiny
Acknowledging that his significant other is his soulmate and true destiny
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DANE ANTHONY DEVILLER, JAMES MERRILL BRICKMAN, SEAN SYED HOSEIN
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Antony
What if I never knew
What if I never found you
I'd never have this feeling in my heart
How did this come to be
I don't know how you found me
But from the moment I saw you
Deep inside my heart I knew
Baby you're my destiny
You and I were meant to be
With all my heart and soul
I give my love to have and hold
And as far as I can see
You were always meant to be
My destiny
I wanted someone like you
Someone that I could hold on to
And give my love until the end of time
But forever was just a word
Something I'd only heard about
But now you're always there for me
When you say forever I believe
Baby you're my destiny
You and I were meant to be
With all my heart and soul
I give my love to have and hold
And as far as I can see
You were always meant to be
My destiny
Maybe all we need
Is just a little faith
'Cause baby I believe
That love will find the way
Hey yeah
Baby you're my destiny
You and I were meant to be
With all my heart and soul
I give my love to have and hold
And as I far as I can see
From now until eternity
You were always meant to be
My destiny
You're my destiny
You're my
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Destiny
Jim Brickman
What if I never knew
What if I never found you
I'd never have this feeling in my heart
How did this come to be
I don't know how you found me
But from the moment I saw you
Deep inside my heart I knew
Baby your my destiny
You and I were meant to be
With all my heart and soul
I give my love to have and hold
And as far as I can see
You were always meant to be my destiny
I wanted some one like you
Someone that I could hold on to
And give my love until the end of time
But forever was just a word, just a word
Something I'd only heard about
But now your always there for me
When you say forever I'll believe
Baby your my destiny
You and I were meant to be
With all my heart and soul
I give my love to have and hold
And as far as I can see
You were always meant to be my destiny
Maybe all we need is just a little faith
Cause baby I believe that love will find a way
Baby your my destiny
You and I were meant to be
With all my heart and soul
I give my love to have and hold
And as far as I can see
From now until eternity
You were always meant to be
My destiny
Your my destiny
KristieRN7
My husband and I used this beautiful song 22 years ago in our wedding!! We love it just as much today! ❤
The Master Diamond of My Life
Amen. Congratulations still is in order!
Chuck Gacuma
Such a lovely song to listen.
Duffield5
This was also my wedding song October 2000. Celebrating 22 years as well.
I had this engraved in my husbands wedding band.
Zenaida Cuyo
I enjoy listening to it every day ❤
LaTasha Greenlee
Us too! This was our first dance.
Tessie Cardiente
Jim Brickman is one of the most talented and most respected art
ist and song writers in the world.He's gifted ,true my a legend.I love all his songs.
Brian Schon
I AGREE HE IS SO UNDWERRATED TRUE GENIUS
The Master Diamond of My Life
I feel ya, I agree, and it doesn't hurt that he is good looking too.
Jessie Talledo
hgg