In 1999 Jazz legend Joe Sample collaborated with Lalah on the album The Song Lives On, which became a staple on both Jazz and Smooth R&B radio, as well as topping the Jazz charts. However, it would not be until 2004 that Lalah Hathaway would resurface with her own project. She had her biggest hit single in years with an inspired cover of the late Luther Vandross' Forever, For Always, For Love, topping the Urban AC Chart and reaching Top 40 on Billboards mainstream R&B chart, a feat repeated by Outrun the Sky, Hathaway's first solo album in a decade, which was released late in the year.
Angel
Lalah Hathaway Lyrics
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If I could, I'd give you the world
Wrap it all around you
Won't be satisfied with just a piece of this heart
My angel
Oh, angel
Oh, angel
Dreams are dreams, some dreams come true
I found a real dream, baby, when I found you
You're so strong, but tender, too
My angel
Oh, angel
You're my angel
Oh, angel
Love like ours is heaven-sent
Each day a day to remember
I feel so safe, feel secure with you, with you
You give me love, you keep right on giving
Fill me up, baby, with the joy of living
When things get tough, I can always turn to you
You're my angel
Oh, angel (yes, you are)
You're my angel
Love the way we touch, I love the way it feels
Every time you're near me
My poor heart just won't keep still
No doubt about that this love I feel is real
Ask me to go with you, you know I will
Hold me near, hold me tight
Only you can make it real, only you make it all right
Just let me know that I am special to you
My angel
Oh, angel (angel)
You're my angel (you're my)
Oh, angel (oh, yeah, oh)
(No one in the world)
Oh (you're the best thing yet) you're the best thing yet
(No one in the world) ever come into my world
You're the best thing yet
(I love you just because) you are, you are
You're the best thing yet
No one in the world
You're my angel
You're the best thing yet
No one in the world
Yeah, my, my 365 days
(I love you just because)
(You're the best thing yet) oh
The lyrics to Lalah Hathaway's song "Angel" are a beautiful expression of deep love and admiration. The song describes a relationship that is so fulfilling, the singer wishes she could give her partner the entire world. She compares her lover to an angel, expressing how strong and tender they are. The love they share is described as heaven-sent, and each day with their partner is unforgettable.
The singer explains that her lover fills her up with joy, even in tough times. Their touch feels amazing, and she cannot resist their presence. The love shared between them is real and special, making the singer feel safe and secure. The song ends with a repetition of how the lover is the best thing that has ever come into the singer's world, and no one can compare to them.
Overall, "Angel" is a heartfelt tribute to a deeply cherished love, expressing the adoration that only a soulmate can inspire.
Line by Line Meaning
If I could, I'd give you the world
I would do anything to make you happy and provide for you
Wrap it all around you
I want to surround you with love and give you everything you need
Won't be satisfied with just a piece of this heart
I want to give you my whole heart and all of my love, not just a fraction of it
Dreams are dreams, some dreams come true
Sometimes our hopes and aspirations can become reality
I found a real dream, baby, when I found you
You are the dream that has come true for me, and I feel blessed to have you in my life
You're so strong, but tender, too
You have a balance of strength and sensitivity that I admire and appreciate
Love like ours is heaven-sent
Our love feels like it was meant to be and is divinely ordained
Each day a day to remember
Every day spent with you is a special memory that I cherish
I feel so safe, feel secure with you, with you
You make me feel protected and comfortable, and I trust you completely
You give me love, you keep right on giving
You are always generous with your love and care, and I feel grateful for everything you do for me
Fill me up, baby, with the joy of living
Being with you fills me with happiness and makes me feel fully alive
When things get tough, I can always turn to you
I know that you will always be there for me, no matter what challenges we face
Love the way we touch, I love the way it feels
The physical connection we share is a source of pleasure and comfort for both of us
Every time you're near me
Just being in your presence makes me feel happy and content
My poor heart just won't keep still
You make my heart skip a beat and fill me with excitement and joy
No doubt about that this love I feel is real
I am certain and sure that my love for you is genuine and true
Ask me to go with you, you know I will
I am always ready and willing to go wherever you lead me, because I trust and love you
Hold me near, hold me tight
I crave your physical embrace and closeness, and it makes me feel loved and comforted
Only you can make it real, only you make it all right
You are the only one who can turn my dreams into reality and bring me happiness and fulfillment
Just let me know that I am special to you
I want to feel valued and appreciated by you, and know that you love me just as much as I love you
No one in the world
There is no other person who can compare to you, and no one else I would rather be with
You're the best thing yet
You are the most wonderful and amazing person I have ever met, and I feel lucky to have you in my life
Yeah, my, my 365 days
Every day of the year, I am grateful and happy to be with you
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group, BMG Rights Management, BALLADS BY DESIGN
Written by: Patrick L. Moten, Sandra Sully
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Monet Monroe
this woman doesnt get enough recognition 🙌🏾
monaluv718
Exactly her voice is amazing 🔥♥️
Letty 45
Truth!!!
crystal vouse
Wasnt for vh1 soul I wouldn't know about her
The Real AIJA
Y’all please check out my cover on my page 🥺❤️‼️ I’ll appreciate it❣️@TherealAija
Monet Monroe
Man I love her
DaBassLady Covers
Her backing vocalists are “the best thing yet”!
Southern Preacher23
For sure, specially the male vocals
Five on Fire
Yes! They are amazing!
shaneka robinson
I NEVER WANTED THIS SONG TO END. I appreciate her voice,her vocals,her delivery her soul, the background singers, and especially the way the instrumental comes in strong before the breakdown, and her appreciation for Anita Baker. This song makes me feel like this what being in love should feel like.