His hit songs include "Never Too Much", "Here and Now", "Any Love", "Power of Love/Love Power", "I Can Make It Better" and "For You to Love". Many of his songs were covers of original music by other artists such as "If This World Were Mine" (duet with Cheryl Lynn), "Since I Lost My Baby", "Superstar" and "Always and Forever". Duets such as "The Closer I Get to You" with Beyoncé, "Endless Love" with Mariah Carey and "The Best Things in Life Are Free" with Janet Jackson were all hit songs in his career.
During his career, Vandross sold over 35 million records worldwide, and received eight Grammy Awards including Best Male R&B Vocal Performance four different times. He won a total of four Grammy Awards in 2004 including the Grammy Award for Song of the Year for a song recorded not long before his death, "Dance with My Father".
Possessing a tenor vocal range, Vandross was commonly referred to as "The Velvet Voice" in reference to his exceptional vocal talent, and was sometimes called "The Best Voice of a Generation". He was also regarded as the "Pavarotti of Pop" by many critics.
In 2008, Vandross was ranked No. 54 on Rolling Stone Magazine's List of 100 Greatest Singers of All Time. Mariah Carey stated several times in interviews that standing next to Vandross while recording their duet "Endless Love" was intimidating.
By popular vote, Vandross was inducted into The SoulMusic Hall of Fame at SoulMusic.com in December 2012.
Evergreen
Luther Vandross Lyrics
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Love, fresh as the morning air
One love that is shared by two
I have found with you
Like a rose under the April snow
I was always certain love would grow
Love ageless and evergreen
Seldom seen by two
Everyday a beginning
Sprits rise and their dance go unrehearsed
They warm and excite us
Cause we have the brightest love
Two lights, two lights that shine as one
Morning glory and a midnight sun
Time we learned to sail above
Time the world changed the meaning of
Oh, ooh one love
Ageless and ever,
Evergreen.
Luther Vandross's song Evergreen is a declaration of long-lasting love. Throughout the song, Vandross uses imagery to portray the depth and durability of his love. In the opening lines, he compares his love to an "easy chair" and the "morning air," suggesting that love is comfortable and refreshing. He continues with "Love ageless and evergreen/Seldom seen by two," revealing that this kind of love is rare and valuable. He goes on to describe how he and his partner will keep their love fresh, making "each night a first" and "everyday a beginning." In the final lines, he compares their love to two lights shining as one, capturing the idea that despite their individuality, they are united in their love.
Overall, the song Evergreen is a beautiful tribute to love that endures. Through Vandross's use of imagery and metaphor, he conveys the depth and importance of a love that is both ageless and evergreen. The song is a reminder that true love is rare and valuable, but that it is worth working to maintain, even as the years go by.
Line by Line Meaning
Love, soft as an easy chair
Love is comforting and relaxing, like sitting in an easy chair
Love, fresh as the morning air
Love feels rejuvenating and new, like breathing in fresh morning air
One love that is shared by two
Both partners in a relationship share the same love for each other
I have found with you
The singer has found this kind of love with his partner
Like a rose under the April snow
Love can grow and flourish even in harsh conditions
I was always certain love would grow
The singer always believed that his love for his partner would grow stronger
Love ageless and evergreen
Love is timeless and enduring, always fresh and evergreen
Seldom seen by two
This kind of love is rare and not often experienced by both partners in a relationship
So you and I will make each night a first
The singer and his partner will treat each night like a new beginning, keeping their love fresh
Everyday a beginning
They will also treat every day like a new start
Sprits rise and their dance go unrehearsed
Their love and passion is spontaneous, not rehearsed or planned
They warm and excite us
Their love and passion is invigorating and arousing
Cause we have the brightest love
Their love shines brighter than any other
Two lights, two lights that shine as one
The love between the two partners is like two lights shining together to make one bright light
Morning glory and a midnight sun
Their love is like the beauty of a sunrise and the mystery of a sunset at night
Time we learned to sail above
The singer and his partner have overcome obstacles in their relationship and are ready to soar above them
Time the world changed the meaning of
Their love is powerful enough to change the world's perception of love
Oh, ooh one love
Their love is the only love they need
Ageless and ever, Evergreen.
Their love will endure forever and always be fresh and evergreen
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JOE TANNER
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