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.
We Got It Goin' On
Lari White Lyrics
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People throwin` away love so casually
They must not have what we have found
We`ve built this dream on some solid ground
They say it`s too good to be true love wasn`t meant to last
But when I look into your eyes I know
You know we know we got a good thing
And we won`t let go because
And with a little luck and a lotta love
We`ll keep it goin` strong
You and me - me and you
That`s all we need to see us through
Night and day sweet and slow
That`s the way we make this feelin` grow
Even when we`re dancing in the dark I always find that light
Shining in your eyes and I know
You know we know we got a good thing
And we won`t let go because
We got it we got it we got it goin` on
And with a little luck and a lotta love
We`ll keep it goin` strong
We got it we got it we got it goin` on
Let`s keep holdin` tight cause it feels so right
We know we can`t go wrong
The road gets rough but we keep movin`
The music stops but we`re still groovin`
Through it all baby we keep provin` it ain`t a fantasy
What love was meant to be
`cause baby you and me
We got it we got it we got it goin` on
And with a little luck and a lotta love
We`ll keep it goin` strong
We got it we got it we got it goin` on
Let`s keep holdin` tight cause it feels so right
We know we can`t go wrong
In Lari White's song "We Got It Goin' On," the lyrics celebrate the power of love in the midst of a society that devalues it. The song opens with White pointing out how love is being treated casually, and how people are throwing it away everywhere she looks. But, she notes that the love between her and her partner is built on solid ground, and she's confident that they have something special that they won't let go of easily. Many people might say that real love isn't meant to last, but when she looks into her partner's eyes, she knows they have a good thing going.
Throughout the song, White references the ways in which she and her partner complement each other ("you and me, me and you") and the factors that keep their love growing ("night and day sweet and slow"). Even in the dark, she finds light in her partner's eyes, a sign that they both recognize the strength of their connection. This love isn't just a fleeting feeling -- it's something that they've committed to, something they know they can rely on when the going gets tough. They keep moving forward even when things get rough or the music stops, because they know that they have something worth holding on to. The song's driving beat and cheerful melodies emphasize the upbeat, positive message of love's endurance and steadfastness.
Overall, "We Got It Goin' On" is a joyous celebration of a long-lasting love, set against a backdrop of a world that so often dismisses it. The song's upbeat message reminds listeners that there are still people fighting to keep love alive, and that even in the midst of darkness, there can be light.
Line by Line Meaning
Everywhere all I see
The singer sees people discarding love recklessly everywhere they look.
People throwin' away love so casually
The singer observes that people are throwing away love flippantly without any regard for its value.
They must not have what we have found
The singer thinks that those people who are throwing away love might not have experienced the kind of love he/she has found.
We've built this dream on some solid ground
The artist thinks that the foundation of their relationship is strong and unshakable, hence he/she calls it a dream built on solid ground.
They say it's too good to be true love wasn't meant to last
People often say that a love as pure and true as theirs is too good to be true and cannot last forever.
But when I look into your eyes I know
The singer feels assured of the strength of their relationship when he/she looks into the eyes of the partner.
You know we know we got a good thing
The singer believes that they have a good thing going on in their relationship and the partner feels the same way.
And we won't let go because
Since they have something special, they are determined to hold on to it.
We got it we got it we got it goin' on
The artist thinks that they have a great relationship that is worth cherishing.
And with a little luck and a lotta love
The artist thinks that a combination of the right amount of affection and good luck can keep their relationship strong.
We'll keep it goin' strong
They will work hard to keep their relationship strong and moving forward.
You and me - me and you
The artist feels that they only need each other, no one else.
That's all we need to see us through
Having each other is enough to get through any obstacle or challenge they might face.
Night and day sweet and slow
Their relationship is steady and intoxicating, whether it is day or night.
That's the way we make this feelin' grow
The way they take care of each other and love each other makes their love stronger and more profound.
Even when we're dancing in the dark I always find that light
Even in the dark times, the artist can always find a light in the partner, which makes everything brighter.
Shining in your eyes and I know
The artist feels reassured when he/she sees the partner's eyes because they can sense the love.
The road gets rough but we keep movin'
Even when obstacles come their way, they keep pushing forward together.
The music stops but we're still groovin'
Their love keeps going even when everything else comes to a stop.
Through it all baby we keep provin'
Throughout every trial and difficulty, they continue to persevere and prove their love.
It ain't a fantasy
Their love is real, and it is not something made up in their minds.
What love was meant to be
Their love is what true love is supposed to be like.
'cause baby you and me
Their love is successful because they both love and care for each other.
We got it we got it we got it goin' on
Their love is strong, amazing and worth cherishing.
Let's keep holdin' tight cause it feels so right
They should keep holding onto the relationship because it just feels right.
We know we can't go wrong
They have confidence that their relationship will always be successful and last forever.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BARRY WHITE, OJI PIERCE, CASSANDRA DEANNA LUCAS, CHARISSE VONTELL ROSE
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