1. An Australian classic/progressive rock band from the early 70's. (Formed in 1969)
2. A Venezuelan-Peruvian Latin rock singer, occasionally referred to as "La reina del rock en Venezuela" (the Venezuelan queen of rock). http://www.rockenfantasia.com. (Formed in 1983)
3. A melodic-punk four-piece from Japan. Members are CHISATO (Vocal), IO (Guitar), CAZZ (Guitar) and TEN (Bass).
4. An Australian actress turned singer Melissa Tkautz used this name for her first stint at a career in pop music. (Formed in 1991)
5. A Russian death/doom metal band. (Formed in 1992)
6. A sultry Arab popstar who has two albums under her belt, Baddi Mennak (2006) and just released Mfakker Halak Min (2008). Her music varies from dance music to ballads. Her producer, Jean Saliba, is responsible for most of Elissa's pre-2005 career success.
7. A French R&B singer http://www.melissa-lesite.com. See Mélissa. (Formed in 2006)
8. A Eurobeat project. (Formed in 2006)
9. Melissa López is a Spanish singer, widely known for her participation in the Operacion Triunfo 2006 and Destino Eurovision 2011.
10. A singer-songwriter from Virginia, now residing in California. She is currently working on new material with her husband. (?)
11. A Metal, Grunge, Stoner Rock band from Kichevo, Macedonia. See https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAUK2uIGpKKEIu8WQ3lylgQ
12. Black metal and hardcore punk 4-piece from Brooklyn, New York, US. Formed in 2021. https://melissanyc.bandcamp.com
13. Disbanded Chilean reggae band, formed in 2014. https://m.facebook.com/MusicaMelissa
14. Melissa Agliottone is an Italian singer. She represented Italy at Junior Eurovision 2023 together with Ranya Moufidi with the song Un mondo giusto
Yes
Melissa Lyrics
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When the darkness and answers are thin
Lovers come and check out in a hurry
Shallow and hollow again
Come lay your body beside me
To dream to sleep with the lamb
To the question your eyes seem to send
I say I am
Yes I am
Your passion your promise your end
Yes I am
Barring divine intervention
There is nothing between you and I
And if I carelessly forgot to mention
Your body your power can sanctify
Come feed your hunger your thirst
Lay it down the beast will die
You can question my heart once again
Am I your passion your promise your end
I say I am
Yes I am
Your passion your promise your end
Yes I am
I will stand firm in the tempest
I will ride destiny's trail
To believe when the truth comes up empty
To hold and respect without fail
Come and be one in the motion
A desire they cannot comprehend
Never to question again
For I am your passion your promise your end
Oh yes I am
The song "Yes I Am" by Melissa Etheridge is a love song that speaks about the commitment between two people who come together in a world where darkness and uncertainty are prevalent. The lyrics depict the lovers' restlessness due to the lack of answers, and the transient nature of relationships in society. However, the singer invites her lover to lay beside her, to dream and sleep with the lamb, and to show that their passion and commitment do not fall into this shallow and hollow category. The question raised is whether the singer is her lover's passion, promise, and end, and she confidently asserts her affirmation saying, "Yes, I am," which is the title of the song.
The lyrics of the song suggest that the relationship between the two is more than physical attraction, but rather, it is a union of hearts, minds, and spirits. The singer perceives that the relationship they share is unbreakable and divine, and their love can sanctify their bodies and souls. The singer assures her lover that they are connected on a spiritual level, and there is nothing in this world that can come between them unless, of course, there is divine intervention.
Moreover, the singer expresses confidence, determination, and resilience in the face of any adversity, stating that she will stand firm in the tempest and ride destiny's trail. She asserts that she has faith in their relationship even when confronted with the harsh realities of life. She invites her lover to be one in the motion with her and to comprehend the depth of their love, and never to question their love again, for the singer is her lover's passion, promise, and end.
Line by Line Meaning
In these days and these hours of fury
Amidst the turbulent times we live in
When the darkness and answers are thin
Where hope and clarity seem scarce
Lovers come and check out in a hurry
Relationships end hastily and without depth
Shallow and hollow again
Lacking substance and meaning, repeating past patterns
Come lay your body beside me
Physically connect with me
To dream to sleep with the lamb
To rest in peace and safety
To the question your eyes seem to send
Wondering what role I play in your life
Am I your passion your promise your end
Do you love me, need me, and want to spend your life with me
I say I am
Affirming that I am those things to you
Yes I am
Emphatically stating that I am those things to you
Barring divine intervention
Assuming nothing supernatural gets in the way
There is nothing between you and I
No external forces impact our relationship
And if I carelessly forgot to mention
In case I neglected to say
Your body your power can sanctify
Stressing the importance of physical intimacy and its potential to be sacred
Come feed your hunger your thirst
Satisfy your desires
Lay it down the beast will die
Let go of your carnal urges
You can question my heart once again
You may have doubts about my feelings for you
For I am your passion your promise your end
Reiterating that I am completely devoted to you until the end of time
Oh yes I am
Underscoring the unwavering nature of my commitment
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: MELISSA ETHERIDGE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Peg Ivey
SO TALENTED! Only other person whose guitar playing I liked to hear was George Harrison. Love when they show the guitar-cam. Felt like I was there. Thank you, Melissa.
Cindy Swift
Love this song! I am a Melissa Etheridge fan...Yes I AM!! its your passion, your music. your song writing.. my friend! ❤
Martha Dray
Right here too!! My 💯 rockin favorite! 🤙🎸🎤🥁✌️
Cindy Swift
@Martha Dray Hi Martha! Good to see you! Hope you are well!
M900 L
This song is gold dust. Lyrics are top and your voice is fire 🔥 🔥
Michelle A.
Thanks for coming to the Garde Arts Center in New London Ct. You get better with time! You sang my favorite "Come to my window" among others. I really enjoyed the whole concert. It was my second time seeing you here! Come back soon!!! 💯
Jester
I am so digging the light & color!
Activate & wake "em 😉
Daddy
I just want to thank you so much for all you've given us over the years. You have inspired so much in other artists, not to mention your myriad fans all over the world, and you continue to show that you are a powerhouse with your music. This is by far the most powerful thing I've seen in music in decades, and you will always have a huge piece of my heart. Thank you so much for uploading this. It brought tears to my eyes, and I am forever changed by it. You are amazing, and I for one will treasure videos like this until the day I die. Thank you so much again....
Silvio Torres
Melissa, thank you for so many years of music, poetry and endless emotion. I love you! Hugs and kisses from Brazil.
Bryans song alone
Just excellent !!