Nalle assisted Troccoli in her career, helping the young artist record demos which would be given to Michael Blanton and Dan Harrell (Amy Grant's brother-in-law), who formed the Reunion label to start her career in 1982 with Stubborn Love, A second album, Heart and Soul, was released in 1984 and gave her first Grammy nomination a year later, followed by Images in 1986. Troccoli also provided backing vocal for Taylor Dayne's song "I'll Be Your Shelter" in 1989/1990.
Miss Troccoli moved at age three and was raised in the East Islip community in Long Island, and graduated from East Islip High School, where as a senior, fellow classmates included fellow CCM artist Margaret Becker (a junior) and three-sport star Norman Esiason, Jr, a freshman. At 15, she lost her father to colon cancer. She also lost her mother to breast cancer in 1991, shortly before her album, Pure Attraction, hit the shelves with her number one mainstream hit, "Everything Changes". Before this album came out, she had taken a five year break from the music world to do some "soul searching" and deal with her bulimia.
After her mother's death, she paired with Reunion again in 1991 with Pure Attraction, which launched her on the national charts was "Everything Changes." But ironically, it was "Help Myself To You" which became her first #1 hit in her ten-year career, and began a string of GMA Music Awards nominations, including numerous attempts at Female Vocalist.
Numerous hit songs came afterwards, including 1994's "My Life Is in Your Hands", a song written with Bill Montvilo which defined her career, and inspired the eponymous devotional book, written in 1997, and 1995's "Go Light Your World," which gave us the rise of writer Chris Rice, and was used for charity efforts that year.
In 1996, Troccoli was featured on the Beach Boys' now out-of-print album "Stars and Stripes Vol. 1" singing lead vocals on a cover of their 1969 song "I Can Hear Music" (itself a cover of a Phil Spector song). The Beach Boys sing on the track as well, providing harmonies and backing vocals.
I'll Be There
Kathy Troccoli Lyrics
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I took one look at you,
And it was plain to see you were my destiny.
With my arms open wide, I threw away my pride.
I'll sacrifice for you dedicate my life for you.
I will go where you lead always there in time of need.
And when I lose my will you'll be there to push me up the hill.
There's no, no looking back for us, we got love sure 'nough, that's enough.
Like an eagle protects his nest for you I'll do my best,
Stand by you like a tree, dare anybody to try and move me.
Darlin' in you I found strength where I was torn down
Don't know what's in store but together we can open any door.
Just to do what's good for you and inspire you a little higher.
I know you can make a man out of a soul that didn't have a goal.
'Cause we, we got the right foundation and with love and determination.
You're all, you're all I want to strive for and do a little more.
All, all the joys under the sun wrapp'd up into one.
In Kathy Troccoli's song You And I, the lyrics paint a vivid portrait of a love that is unyielding and resilient. The song begins with the singer realizing that destiny has brought them and their love interest together. They are willing to make sacrifices and dedicate their life to their partner. The lyrics evoke the imagery of an eagle protecting its nest, signifying that the singer will stand by their loved one and protect them from any harm.
The chorus of the song cements the idea that there is no looking back for the couple because their love is enough. The singer emphasizes that their partner is all they need to get by. The second verse indicates that the singer has found strength in their partner where they were once weak, and together, they can conquer anything. They aspire to inspire each other and push each other to their greatest potential. The final line of the song declares that all the joys under the sun are wrapped up in their love.
The song's lyrics convey the message that true love is selfless and can inspire and motivate individuals. The singer recognizes that their partner helps them become a better version of themselves and inspires them to reach greater heights.
Line by Line Meaning
Like the sweet morning dew,
Upon seeing you, my destiny was clear.
I took one look at you,
I knew from the first glance that we were meant to be.
And it was plain to see you were my destiny.
Our future together was obvious and fated.
With my arms open wide, I threw away my pride.
I humbled myself in front of you and opened my heart.
I'll sacrifice for you dedicate my life for you.
I am willing to go to great lengths and commit myself entirely to you.
I will go where you lead always there in time of need.
I promise to follow you and be there for you whenever you need me.
And when I lose my will you'll be there to push me up the hill.
You will be my source of strength and motivation when I struggle.
There's no, no looking back for us, we got love sure 'nough, that's enough.
We have all we need in our love and will not dwell on the past.
You're all, you're all I need to get by.
With you by my side, I have everything necessary to thrive.
Like an eagle protects his nest for you I'll do my best,
I will do everything in my power to protect and care for you.
Stand by you like a tree, dare anybody to try and move me.
I am immovable when it comes to supporting and standing up for you.
Darlin' in you I found strength where I was torn down
You have given me strength and support where I once felt weak and broken.
Don't know what's in store but together we can open any door.
We do not know what the future holds, but together we can overcome any obstacle.
Just to do what's good for you and inspire you a little higher.
My goal is to always do what is best for you and help you reach new heights.
I know you can make a man out of a soul that didn't have a goal.
You inspire and motivate me to be a better person and have direction.
'Cause we, we got the right foundation and with love and determination.
Our strong foundation of love and commitment will overcome any challenge.
You're all, you're all I want to strive for and do a little more.
I am motivated and fulfilled by striving to make you happy and doing more for us.
All, all the joys under the sun wrapp'd up into one.
Sharing my life with you brings me all the happiness I could ever want.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Nickolas Ashford, Valerie Simpson
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