Her musical talent may have been inherited; her father Richard Whiting, was a famous composer of popular songs. She also had an aunt, Margaret Young, who was also a singer and popular recording artist in the 1920s. In her childhood her singing ability was already noticed, and at the age of only seven she sang for singer-lyricist Johnny Mercer, with whom her father had worked on some popular songs. In 1942, Mercer started Capitol Records with two partners, and signed her as one of their earliest recording artists.
Until the mid-1950s, she continued to record for Capitol, but as she ceased to record songs that charted as hits, switched to Dot Records in 1958 and to Verve Records in 1960. She came back to Capitol in the mid-1960s, then went to London Records in 1966. On London, Whiting landed one last major hit single in 1966, "The Wheel Of Hurt," which hit #1 on the Easy Listening singles chart.
She continued to sing into the 1990s.
During the 1950s, she was married to record executive Lou Busch, who also recorded semi-anonymously as the ragtime pianist Joe "Fingers" Carr. They had one daughter. Her late-life marriage to younger gay porn star Jack Wrangler raised many eyebrows. When they first began dating, he protested, "But I'm gay!" to which she replied, "Only around the edges, dear."
She died on January 10, 2011 at the age of eighty-six.
Come Rain Or Come Shine
Margaret Whiting Lyrics
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Like nobody's loved you
Come rain or come shine
High as a mountain
And deep as a river
Come rain or come shine
I guess when you met me
But don't ever bet me
'Cause I'm gonna be true
If you let me
You're gonna love me
Like nobody's loved me
Come rain or come shine
Happy together
Unhappy together
And won't it be fine?
Days may be cloudy or sunny
We're in or we're out of the money
But I'm with you always
I'm with you rain or shine
Days may be cloudy or sunny
We're in or we're out of the money
But I'm with you always
I'm with you rain or shine
The lyrics of Margaret Whiting's Come Rain or Come Shine describe an unwavering love that will endure through all trials and tribulations. The singer declares that they will love their significant other "like nobody's loved you," indicating an intensity of devotion that surpasses all others. The use of the phrase "Come rain or come shine" further emphasizes the unyielding nature of this commitment, suggesting that nothing - not even the unpredictable and uncontrollable forces of nature - will be strong enough to break the bond between the two.
The song goes on to describe the depth of this love, comparing it to a mountain and a river. These natural landmarks are often used to represent strength, stability, and permanence - qualities that the singer wishes to convey about their feelings for the other person. Despite the fact that their meeting may have been coincidental ("It was just one of those things"), the singer promises to remain true to their love. They urge their partner not to "bet" against this vow of faithfulness, insisting that they will always be "together, rain or shine."
Overall, the lyrics of Come Rain or Come Shine convey a powerful message of unconditional love that endures even in the face of life's challenges. The use of natural imagery further reinforces this theme, suggesting that the love between the two is as unquenchable as a mountain or a river.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm gonna love you like nobody's loved you,
I will love you with an unparalleled passion and intensity.
Come rain or come shine.
No matter the circumstances or obstacles that come our way, I will love you steadfastly.
High as a mountain and deep as a river,
My love for you is as grand and immense as a mountain range and as unyielding as a mighty river.
I guess when you met me
Perhaps when we first crossed paths,
It was just one of those things,
It might have just been a coincidence,
But don't ever bet me,
But never doubt me,
"Cause I'm gonna be true if you let me.
For I promise to always be loyal and honest with you if you give me the chance.
You're gonna love me like nobody's loved me,
And in return, I trust that you will love me with an unparalleled passion and intensity.
Come rain or come shine.
No matter the circumstances or obstacles that come our way, our love for each other will remain steadfast.
Happy together, unhappy together
Whether we are joyful or struggling, we will be together through it all.
And won't it be fine.
And isn't that something wonderful?
Days may be cloudy or sunny,
There may be times of trouble or joy,
We're in or we're out of the money,
We may have financial security or difficulties,
But I'm with you always,
But know that I will always be by your side,
I'm with you rain or shine.
No matter what comes our way, our love will remain strong and unwavering.
Lyrics © Kanjian Music, S.A. MUSIC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Harold Arlen, Johnny Mercer
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@catman916
Margaret Whiting was a very fine singer & deserves greater recognition today.
@gustavo5989
Margaret Whiting é uma das minhas favoritas! Essa versão dessa música é única e sublime!
@thomastimlin1724
For me this is the best version. Great singer and great orchestra arrangement, just perfect.
@andycahill900
This is a not unexpected beautiful version of this great song by the wonderful Maggie Whiting. BUT, there is another great song from that show, "Any Place I Hang My Hat is Home" is a wonderful song, not only to listen to but also to sing. Rosie does a perfect version.
@andyhowlett2231
It was never going to be bad with Margaret Whiting on vocals with an arrangement by Paul Weston.
@mcareyop
Classic.
@RoryVanucchi
Nice.. Great old song