Loggins was born in Everett, Washington and is the youngest of three brothers. His mother was Lina (née Massie), a homemaker, and his father, Robert George Loggins, was a salesman. They lived in Detroit and Seattle before settling in Alhambra, California. Loggins attended San Gabriel Mission High School, graduating in 1966. He formed a band called the Second Helping that released three singles during 1968 and 1969 on Viva Records. Greg Shaw described the efforts as "excellent punky folk-pop records" that were written by Loggins who was likely to be the bandleader and singer as well; Shaw included "Let Me In" on both Highs in the Mid-Sixties, Volume 2 and the Pebbles, Volume 9 CD.
Loggins had a short gig playing guitar for the New Improved Electric Prunes in 1969 before writing four songs for the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, which were included in their Uncle Charlie & His Dog Teddy album. During his early twenties, he was part of the band Gator Creek with Mike Deasy. An early version of "Danny's Song" (later recorded by Loggins and Messina and a No. 7 Hot 100 hit for Anne Murray in 1973) was included in a record on Mercury Records.
Loggins appears in the 2013 video game Grand Theft Auto V playing himself as the host of an in-game radio station called Los Santos Rock Radio. He also lends the songs "Danger Zone" and "I'm Free (Heaven Helps the Man)", and sings station jingles.
In 2014, Loggins appeared as himself in the episode "Baby Shower" of the fifth season of the animated comedy series Archer. His song "Danger Zone" had been a recurring joke in the show. At the end of the episode and during the credits, Loggins also performs a country version of "Danger Zone" as a duet with the character of Cherlene. Loggins stated in a later interview that his in-show nickname 'K-Log' is a complete creation of the show, stating, "It was always a joke. That's why it works, because it's so absurd.
I Would Do Anything
Kenny Loggins Lyrics
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And when do we reach the promise on the horizon,
Out on the ocean, under a sunset,
I was invited to come out and play a while
with magic and move a mountain.
Has anyone ever captured the sun,
Given just a little time,
I know that you'll find a way.
I would do anything for you,
Give up the world I've made me
And take you away,
I swear from now on,
The trust in my heart,
The vision of you in my life
My love,
I will be faithful,
but how can I make a promise
to a place I've never been?
Something has taken me off,
and I don't know if I will survive.
I believe that everything
I'll ever need is here by the roadside.
How can you fly,
keeping heaven in sight,
blinded by the light of day?
Given just a little time,
I know that I'll find a way
I would do anything for you,
Listen with all of my spirit,
for ecstasy calling,
You know I believe,
Cause all I have seen,
From the mountain,
The view from the heart.
I would do anything for you,
Give up the world I've made me
And take you away,
I swear from here on,
The trust in my god,
The vision of you in my life
Freedom is mine,
One beat at a time,
Where are we going,
I just don't know yet,
How will we make it,
I just can't say,
All that I know is that we've finally sailed away.
Seems everyone's made a prison of love,
But if anybody can escape,
Given just a little time,
I know that we'll find a way.
I would do anything for you,
Listen with all of my spirit,
for ecstasy calling,
You know I believe,
Cause all I have seen,
From the mountain,
The view from the heart.
I would do anything for you,
Give up the world I've made me
And take you away,
I swear from here on,
The trust in my god,
The vision of you in my life
In my arms, I'll pray
I am safe, I am loved, I am free, baby
I am safe, I am loved, I am free, baby
I am safe, I am loved, I am free, baby
I am safe, I am loved, I am free, baby
In "I Would Do Anything," Kenny Loggins sings about the lengths he would go to show his love for someone. The first verse sets the scene of love as a journey towards something great, perhaps the promise on the horizon. The second verse describes the experience of being out on the ocean at sunset, feeling invited to play and to move mountains. The bridge poses existential questions about freedom, heaven, and blindness, but ultimately, it speaks to the belief that love can overcome doubt and obstacles. The chorus drives home the message of the song, with Loggins singing that he would do anything, even give up his world, to be with his beloved. The song concludes with a prayer for safety, love, and freedom.
Line by Line Meaning
Love, where are we going,
And when do we reach the promise on the horizon,
Uncertain about what direction our love and relationship are heading, and when we will finally reach our desired future.
Out on the ocean, under a sunset,
I was invited to come out and play a while
with magic and move a mountain.
Using imagery of the beautiful ocean at sunset, the singer describes feeling a sense of empowerment and possibility, as though anything is achievable with a little magic and willpower.
Has anyone ever captured the sun,
Is the eagle ever truly tame,
Given just a little time,
I know that you'll find a way.
Questioning whether or not certain things are truly attainable or controllable, but expressing faith that the recipient of these words will be able to achieve their goals with patience and determination.
I would do anything for you,
Give up the world I've made me
And take you away,
I swear from now on,
The trust in my heart,
The vision of you in my life
Promising to make any sacrifice necessary for the sake of the person being addressed, including turning their life upside down and putting full trust in them.
My love,
I will be faithful,
but how can I make a promise
to a place I've never been?
Expressing commitment and devotion to the person being addressed, but also admitting uncertainty about what the future holds for them and how they will navigate it together.
Something has taken me off,
and I don't know if I will survive.
I believe that everything
I'll ever need is here by the roadside.
Feeling disoriented and unsure of their future, but finding comfort in the present moment and the belief that everything they need is available to them in the here and now.
How can you fly,
keeping heaven in sight,
blinded by the light of day?
Posing a philosophical question about how one can stay grounded and focused while keeping their grand aspirations in mind.
Given just a little time,
I know that I'll find a way
Asserting confidence in the ability to overcome obstacles and achieve goals given enough time and effort.
I would do anything for you,
Listen with all of my spirit,
for ecstasy calling,
You know I believe,
Cause all I have seen,
From the mountain,
The view from the heart.
Reiterating that they will do anything for the person being addressed, and describing the indescribable feeling of love and devotion they feel towards them.
Freedom is mine,
One beat at a time,
Where are we going,
I just don't know yet,
How will we make it,
I just can't say,
All that I know is that we've finally sailed away.
Celebrating the freedom they feel in their relationship, even if they are unsure of where it will lead them in the future. Emphasizing that the journey is more important than the destination.
Seems everyone's made a prison of love,
But if anybody can escape,
Given just a little time,
I know that we'll find a way.
Commenting on the notion that love can feel suffocating and restrictive, but expressing hope that they will be able to navigate through it together and come out stronger for it in the end.
In my arms, I'll pray
I am safe, I am loved, I am free, baby
I am safe, I am loved, I am free, baby
I am safe, I am loved, I am free, baby
I am safe, I am loved, I am free, baby
Imagining a future where they are safely wrapped up in each other's arms, feeling loved and free from any burden or worry.
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DAVID FOSTER, KENNY LOGGINS
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