Kenny G has long been the musician many jazz listeners love to hate. A phenomenally successful instrumentalist whose recordings make the pop charts, Kenny G's sound has been a staple on adult contemporary jazz and smooth jazz radio stations since the mid-'80s, making him a household name. Kenny G is a fine player with an attractive sound (influenced a bit by Grover Washington, Jr.) who often caresses melodies, putting a lot of emotion into his solos. Because he does not improvise much (sticking mostly to predictable melody statements), his music largely falls outside of jazz. However, because he is listed at the top of "contemporary jazz" charts and is identified with jazz in the minds of the mass public, he is classified as a jazz artist.
Every Time I Close My Eyes
Kenny G Lyrics
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But I, I know that it's been worth the wait yeah
Yeah
It feels like springtime in winter
It feels like Christmas in June
It feels like heaven has opened up it's gates for me and you yeah
And every time I close my eyes
And you've got me too (you've got me too)
And every time I think of it, I pinch myself 'cause
I don't believe it's true yeah
that someone like you loves me too yeah
Eyy, yeah yea baby yeah
Ooh ouh girl, I think that you're truly somethin', yes you are, yes
And you're, you're every bit of a dream come true yes you are, yes
with you baby, (with you baby) it never rains and it's no wonder
The sun always shines when I'm near you
It's just a blessing that I have found somebody like you
And every time I close my eyes
I thank the Lord that I've got you (that I've got you) yeah
And you've got me too (you've got me too)
And every time I think of it, I pinch myself 'cause
I don't believe it's true yeah (oh baby)
that someone like you loves me too yeah
To think of all the nights, I've cried myself to sleep, yeah
you really oughtta know how much you mean to me (it's only right)
It's only right (you in my life) that you be in my life right here with me
oh baby, baby yeah, yeah
I tell you girl every time I close my eyes
I thank the Lord that I've got you baby
And you've got me too baby (you've got me too)
And every time I think of it, I pinch myself 'cause
I don't believe it's true
that someone like you loves me too yeah ey yeaah hoo
Loves me too
The song "Everytime I Close My Eyes" by Kenny G is a love ballad that expresses gratitude for the love shared by the singer and his partner. The lyrics describe a long-awaited and highly cherished love that feels like a blessing and a dream come true. The song opens with the acknowledgment that the love that the singer shares with his partner has been a long time coming, but is worth the wait. The first verse describes the love as something that brings warmth and joy even in times of cold and hardship, as it feels like springtime in winter and Christmas in June. The chorus is a declaration of deep gratitude to the Lord for bringing the singer and his partner together, as they share a love that is reciprocated and too good to be true. The second verse describes the partner as a dream come true, and being with them feels like there is no pain or sorrow in the world. The bridge acknowledges the struggles that the singer has gone through before finding love, and emphasizes the importance and value of his partner in his life.
The lyrics of "Everytime I Close My Eyes" are an expression of the transformative power of love, and how it can change lives for the better. The song acknowledges the struggles and challenges that the singer has faced in the past, but emphasizes how finding true love has brought light to his life. The lyrics also express a sense of deep gratitude for the love shared with the partner, and an acknowledgment that the love is a blessing from a higher power. The song is a reminder of the value and importance of love in our lives, and how it can be a source of comfort and joy even in the darkest of times.
Line by Line Meaning
Girl, it's been a long, long time comin' yes it has
It took a while for you to come into my life.
But I, I know that it's been worth the wait yeah
It was worth the wait to finally have you in my life.
It feels like springtime in winter
Being with you makes me feel happy and warm, even in cold and dreary times.
It feels like Christmas in June
Being with you feels like a special and exciting occasion, even when it's unexpected.
It feels like heaven has opened up it's gates for me and you yeah
Being with you feels like an incredible and magical experience that is meant to be.
And every time I close my eyes
Whenever I'm not physically with you, I still think of you.
I thank the Lord that I've got you (that I've got you) yeah
I feel incredibly grateful to have you in my life.
And you've got me too (you've got me too)
I want you to know that I'm always here for you.
And every time I think of it, I pinch myself 'cause
Sometimes I can't believe that I'm lucky enough to be with someone like you.
I don't believe it's true yeah
I feel like I'm living a dream.
that someone like you loves me too yeah
I can't believe that you love me as much as I love you.
Ooh ouh girl, I think that you're truly somethin', yes you are, yes
You are an amazing and special person.
And you're, you're every bit of a dream come true yes you are, yes
Being with you feels like a wish that has come true.
with you baby, (with you baby) it never rains and it's no wonder
Being with you makes life feel easy and perfect.
The sun always shines when I'm near you
Being with you makes me feel happy and bright.
It's just a blessing that I have found somebody like you
I feel so lucky to have met someone as wonderful as you.
To think of all the nights, I've cried myself to sleep, yeah
I used to feel sad and lonely before I met you.
you really oughtta know how much you mean to me (it's only right)
I want you to understand how important you are to me.
that you be in my life right here with me
I want you to always be a part of my life.
I tell you girl every time I close my eyes
I can't help but think of you, even when I'm not actively trying to.
Loves me too
I can't believe that you love me as much as I love you.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Royalty Network
Written by: Kenneth Edmonds, KENNETH B EDMONDS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@josputra5535
Girl, it's been a long, long time comin' yes it has
But I, I know that it's been worth the wait yeah
Yeah
It feels like springtime in winter
It feels like Christmas in June
It feels like heaven has opened up it's gates for me and you yeah
And every time I close my eyes
I thank the lord that I've got you (That I've got you) yeah
And you've got me too (You've got me too)
And every time I think of it, I pinch myself 'cause
I don't believe it's true yeah
That someone like you loves me too yeah
Eyy, yeah yea baby yeah
Ooh ouh girl, I think that you're truly somethin', yes you are, yes
And you're, you're every bit of a dream come true yes you are, yes
With you baby, (With you baby) it never rains and it's no wonder
The sun always shines when I'm near you
It's just a blessing that I have found somebody like you
And every time I close my eyes
I thank the lord that I've got you (That I've got you) yeah
And you've got me too (You've got me too)
And every time I think of it, I pinch myself 'cause
I don't believe it's true yeah (Oh baby)
That someone like you loves me too yeah
To think of all the nights, I've cried myself to sleep, yeah
You really oughtta know how much you mean to me (It's only right)
It's only right (You in my life) that you be in my life right here with me
Oh baby, baby yeah, yeah
I tell you girl every time I close my eyes
I thank the lord that I've got you baby
And you've got me too baby (You've got me too)
And every time I think of it, I pinch myself 'cause
I don't believe it's true
That someone like you loves me too yeah ey yeaah hoo
Loves me too
@mtailor5529
I fell in love with this song the very first time I heard it all those years ago, it's now 2022 and I'm still in love with it. This is my favourite version. Thank you Babyface and Kenny G. x
@svasianphilippinesgo6858
❤️❤️ Same here 🙂
@karencompton7496
2023 I think about JESUS!! WHAT HE DID FOR us sinners, GLORY TO GOD, AMEN.🙏🏿👏🏾❤❤❤❤ AMEN
@KoketsoQMbele
Kenny G's solo on this song is everything 🔥🔥🔥
@judithmercer3091
The best things in life are worth waiting for but what ever I have done to deserve you I will never know. I feel I don’t deserve you. I did once a few years ago bring an African man here for a life saving heart operation. Faustin was his name a story for another day but I feel he is talking to God for me and his villagers and children. From Ghana. Nothing amounts to deserving this gift. 🙂🙂🙂❤️👩❤️💋👨💙
@seanhancock6664
I would’ve danced to this song at our wedding with my wife❤❤❤….😢😢😢😢😢😢oh my GOD SOOOOO GOOOOD😊. Still loving that solo!
@seanhancock6664
Simply the best….Kenny G’s solo is….indescribable!
@TNR-lover
YES! I love this song, but I always felt it needed more sax. Wishes do come true! MORE SAX!
@MrJacobrabbit
Ikr
@Eyngel172
I love the saxophone parts! It just gives me chills :D