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.
Now And Then
Kenny Loggins Lyrics
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Gentle refrains of summer mornings
The first rays of sunlight
And dew-dropped roses
Winds rolling through falling leaves
Whistling in the sycamores
These are her songs of love
She needs to be reassured
of all of the hope you hold for her
And when the lady loves you
Don't ever let it go
Take your world into your arms
And let your feelings show
And she, never will leave
Always these memories will stay with me
And I'll think of her now and then
She, she needs to be reassured
of all of the hope you hold for her
And brother, when the lady loves you
Don't ever let it go
Take your world into your arms
And let your feelings show
And she, never will leave
Always these memories will stay with me
And I'll think of her now and then
The lyrics of "Now and Then" by Kenny Loggins are a beautiful tribute to a lost lover who left an ever-lasting impact on the singer. The gentle refrains of summer mornings and the first rays of sunlight accompanied by dew-dropped roses are the memories that the singer has of his love. The winds rolling through falling leaves and whistling in the sycamores are his love's songs of love. Even though his love has left him, she still remains with him in his memories, and he thinks of her now and then. The singer feels the need to reassure his love of all the hope he holds for her. He advises his listeners to never let go when the lady loves you and take your world into your arms and let your feelings show.
The lyrics have a wistful and nostalgic quality to them. The singer's voice is full of emotion, which adds to the poignancy of the song. The lyrics are a tribute to the power of love, and how even when a loved one is gone, memories of them remain. The song is a reminder to cherish those you love and to never let them go.
Line by Line Meaning
She sings to me now and then
Occasionally she serenades me with her voice
Gentle refrains of summer mornings
Soft melodies reminiscent of warm summer mornings
The first rays of sunlight
The initial beams of light that signal the start of a new day
And dew-dropped roses
Petals of flowers decorated with droplets of dew
Winds rolling through falling leaves
Breezes rustling through the foliage that has detached from trees
Whistling in the sycamores
The noise made by the wind as it moves through sycamore trees
These are her songs of love
These are the melodies that remind me of her passionate affection
She needs to be reassured of all of the hope you hold for her
She is looking for confirmation that you have optimism and faith in your relationship with her
And when the lady loves you, Don't ever let it go
If a woman loves you, hold on to her tightly and don't let her slip away
Take your world into your arms
Embrace everything that is important to you, including the people you love
And let your feelings show
Allow your emotions to be visible and authentic
And she, never will leave
She will always stay with me
Always these memories will stay with me
I will never forget these moments of reminiscence
And I'll think of her now and then
And she will cross my thoughts from time to time
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: KENNETH CLARK LOGGINS, JEFFREY WILLIAM BOUCHARD
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@starlitblond
Lyrics 🎶
She sings to me now and then, gentle refrains of summer mornings
The first rays of sunlight
Dew-dropped roses
The winds.. rolling through falling leaves
Whistling in the sycamores
These are her songs of love
She.. needs to be reassured, of all of the hope you hold for her
And when the lady loves you, don't ever let it go
Take her world into your arms and let your feelings show
And she.. never will leave
Always these memories will stay with me,
and I'll think of her now and then
She, she needs to be reassured, of all of the hope you hold for her
And brother, when the lady loves you, don't ever let it go
Take her world into your arms and let your feelings show
And she.. never will leave
Always these memories will stay with me,
and I'll think of her now and then
♡♡♡
@RaxOldies
She sings to me now and then, gentle refrains of summer mornings
The first rays of sunlight
Dew-dropped roses
The winds.. rolling through falling leaves
Whistling in the sycamores
These are her songs of love
She.. needs to be reassured, of all of the hope you hold for her
And when the lady loves you, don't ever let it go
Take her world into your arms and let your feelings show
And she.. never will leave
Always these memories will stay with me,
and I'll think of her now and then
She, she needs to be reassured, of all of the hope you hold for her
And brother, when the lady loves you, don't ever let it go
Take her world into your arms and let your feelings show
And she.. never will leave
Always these memories will stay with me,
and I'll think of her now and then.
@paulas2858
I thank my dad for introducing Kenny Loggins to us. I'll also play this whole Redwoods concert for my future children and tell them this is what real music is ❤️
@starlitblond
That's awesome!
@christinekerby273
It's Jan 2 2022, It's been 20 yrs since my 13 yr old son had a fatal accident. Today would be his 33nd birthday. This song was part of letter I wrote during my healing process and I sang it to my young son. This song holds a very special place in my heart. Happy Birthday, Jody! I think of you now..... and then. Love Mom
@277fnkymnky
So sry for your loss. I agree this song is very healing.
@louisbisignano4340
Peace
@pennlawrence6520
A beautiful tribute.....
@abelcano3723
Definitely the most underrated Loggins songs ever.
@luvinlife2887
I wonder if a portal to the heavens opened above the redwoods on that evening? Angels said, we’re taking the evening off, Kenny Loggins is playing tonight 🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸. Beautiful song ...
@user-fe7tz6ve7x
I had the pleasure of seeing him in concert after the birth of my son, what a great and unforgettable concert. Kenny loggins is the best. He’s on his last tour, and unfortunately he’s not coming to my state. Best wishes to you, never forgotten❤❤❤
@chrisgabele75
Most underrated Kenny Loggins song