White began performing when she was a child, singing in a gospel group with her parents and brother. The group, called the White Family Singers, sang at local church and community gathering. After a while, the children began working pop music into the act, most notably Elvis Presley. As a teenager, Lari sang show tunes at talent contests and sang with a local rock & roll band. She earned a scholarship to the University of Miami, where she studied vocals and music engineering. After a while, she began writing her own songs, singing in local clubs at night and taking professional singing jobs. Upon graduating from college, she travelled around the United States, looking at various local music scenes. In 1988, she decided to move to Nashville and try to become a professional.
Later in 1988, she appeared on the Nashville Network's You Can Be a Star and won the first prize. The award led to a record contract with Capitol. Before the end of the year, she had released a single on Capitol, "Flying Above the Rain," which became a regional hit in the South but failed to break into the big time. Later that same year, she joined Ronnie Milsap's publishing house and began taking acting lessons. For the next few years, White continued in this vein, choosing to hone her talent, sing in local dinner theaters and wait for another break. That break arrived in 1991, after an ASCAP showcase revived interest in her talents. Following the showcase, Rodney Crowell asked her to sing backup vocals in his live band. In 1992, White signed a record contract with RCA and Crowell produced her debut album, Lead Me Not, which was released the following year.
Lead Me Not received strong reviews and produced three minor hit singles: "What a Woman Wants," "Lead Me Not," and "Lay Around and Love You." Wishes, White's second album, became her breakthrough release, producing the Top Ten singles "That's My Baby," "Now I Know," and "That's How You Know (When You're in Love)." Don't Fence Me In, White's third album, wasn't quite as successful as its predecessor, but it continued her success. Stepping Stone followed in 1998. In 2004, after a lenghty hiatus that found the artist building her own home studio, White released the self-produced Green Eyed Soul on the UK based Mesmerizing Records.
It's Love
Lari White Lyrics
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There's a heart gettin' ready to fall
There's an old song playing on the radio
And there's a crazy feeling got a way of stealing
over an old fool at all . . .
It's love
It's love
And I don't mean maybe
It's the real thing baby
It's love
I feel your sweet kiss catching me by surprise
I hear the honey dripping off of your tongue
I see that got to have you baby look in your eyes
And there's no doubt about it
I can't live without it
and of the night is young
It's love
It's love
It's love
And I don't mean maybe
It's the real thing baby
It's love
Ooh and its a wonderful thing
Ooh loving under the moon
Makes me want to sing
And there's no doubt about it
I can't live without it
And oh the night is young
It's love
It's love
It's love
And I don't mean maybe
It's the real thing baby
It's love
The song "It's Love" by Lari White paints a picture of a passionate and intense love affair. The full moon rising over the hill, the old song playing on the radio, and the crazy feeling stealing over the singer suggests an ethereal quality to their love, something akin to fate or destiny. This all-consuming love is epitomized in the chorus - "It's love, and I don't mean maybe, it's the real thing baby, it's love." The repetition of the word 'love' emphasizes the all-encompassing nature of their connection.
The second verse delves deeper into the physical aspects of their love, with the singer describing the sweetness of their partner's kiss, the honey on their tongue, and the desire that is evident in their eyes. The singer knows that they cannot live without this love, and the night is still young. The bridge further emphasizes the wonder and beauty of their love, "loving under the moon, makes me want to sing." It is clear that the singer believes their love is something special, intense, and everlasting.
Overall, Lari White's "It's Love" portrays a love that is all-consuming, passionate, and unforgettable. The singer is swept up in the moment, unable to resist the power of their feelings. The song emphasizes the beauty and intensity of love in a way that is both romantic and relatable.
Line by Line Meaning
There's a full moon slippin' up over the hill
The moon is rising and it symbolizes an upcoming change, like a new start that someone might make.
There's a heart gettin' ready to fall
Someone is preparing to fall in love and open up their heart.
There's an old song playing on the radio
The nostalgia of the old song playing on the radio might be stirring up feelings of love and comfort.
And there's a crazy feeling got a way of stealing over an old fool at all . . .
The inexplicable feeling of love can sometimes feel overwhelming and can happen to anyone.
It's love
The feeling that's taking over is undoubtedly love.
It's love
Repetition of the first line to emphasize the certainty of the feeling.
It's love
And again, it's love.
And I don't mean maybe
The artist is certain that what they are feeling is genuine love.
It's the real thing baby
This love is the true, honest-to-goodness kind of love that people hope for.
I feel your sweet kiss catching me by surprise
The artist is caught off guard by a new and exciting love they're experiencing.
I hear the honey dripping off of your tongue
The lover's words are sweet and comforting to the singer.
I see that got to have you baby look in your eyes
The way the lover looks at the artist shows intense passion and desire.
And there's no doubt about it
The singer is absolutely certain that this is love.
I can't live without it and of the night is young
The singer cannot imagine life without this love and they're excited for what the future holds.
And it's a wonderful thing
Love is a beautiful and cherished experience.
Ooh loving under the moon
The romantic setting of the full moon adds to the magic of this love experience.
Makes me want to sing
The happiness and joy that love brings makes the artist feel like bursting into song.
And there's no doubt about it
The singer reiterates that their love is strong and unwavering.
I can't live without it
This love has become an essential part of the singer's life and they cannot imagine being without it.
And oh the night is young
The artist is excited to continue experiencing this love and all the possibilities it holds.
It's love
Repetition of the chorus to emphasize the certainty of this love.
It's love
Once again, it's all about love.
It's love
And finally, love is the ultimate feeling taking over the singer's life.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ADOLPH GREEN, BETTY COMDEN, LEONARD BERNSTEIN
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