Head was born in London to parents Seafield Head, (1919-2009) a documentary-maker, and Helen Shingler, an actress (1919-2019). His younger brother is Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Little Britain star Anthony Stewart Head.
Head began acting and writing songs as a child, and by the mid-1960s had a London recording contract. He had limited success (although some of his early singles now appear on mod/psych compilations, enjoying a cult status) until he was selected by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber to play Judas Iscariot on the original album version of Jesus Christ Superstar. At around the same time he won a leading role in the Oscar-winning Sunday Bloody Sunday (1971), alongside Peter Finch and Glenda Jackson. Despite these successes, he received little public attention in the next ten years (save for 1975's Say It Ain't So Joe), reappearing in the spotlight in 1984 as the star of the musical, Chess. The song "One Night in Bangkok", from Chess, featuring Head on lead vocal, became a radio hit.
After his 1984 hit "One Night In Bangkok", Head has had little attention internationally. Fluent in French, he has released some albums in that language, notably the song "Une femme un homme", a duet with Marie Carmen released in 1993 which became a radio hit in French-speaking Canada.
Some of his most recent work was in Luc Plamondon's musical comedy Cindy, in which he played Cindy's father.
Head is currently playing a character on ITV's Heartbeat.
Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow
Murray Head Lyrics
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You give your soul so sweetly
Tonight the light of love is in your eyes
But will you love me tomorrow
Is this a lasting treasure
Or just a moment's pleasure
Can I believe the magic in your sighs
Tonight with words unspoken
You say that I'm the only one
But will my heart be broken
When the night meets the morning sun
I'd like to know if your love
Is a love I can be sure of
So tell me now and I won't ask again
Will you still love me tomorrow
Will you still love me tomorrow
Will you still love me tomorrow
The lyrics of Murray Head's "Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow" express the uncertainty and anxiety of a relationship in its early stages. The first verse sets the scene for a moment of passion and emotional vulnerability as the singer addresses a lover who is completely devoted to them in that moment. However, the chorus poses the question that often arises in such situations: will this love last beyond tonight? Can the singer trust that the love they're experiencing is real and that the object of their affection won't change their mind come morning?
The second verse emphasizes the singer's fear of heartbreak, despite the assurances their lover has given. The singer longs for a sense of security and stability in this relationship, and seeks confirmation from their partner that their love is something they can count on. The final chorus is a plea for honesty and clarity, as the singer asks directly if they will still love them tomorrow.
In summary, "Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow" is a poignant expression of the fears and uncertainties that can accompany a new romance. Murray Head's passionate vocals convey the depth of emotion involved, while the poignant lyrics capture the universal experience of questioning how much a lover can truly be trusted.
Line by Line Meaning
Tonight you're mine, completely
Tonight, you belong to me entirely
You give your soul so sweetly
You are giving me your heart and soul in a loving way
Tonight the light of love is in your eyes
I can see the love you have for me in your eyes clearly tonight
But will you love me tomorrow
However, I am worried that your love for me may not last beyond this moment
Is this a lasting treasure
I am wondering if the love we have is something that will last forever
Or just a moment's pleasure
Or is it just a fleeting moment of pleasure between us
Can I believe the magic in your sighs
I am questioning whether the affection you show me is real or just a facade
And will you still love me tomorrow
Furthermore, I am uncertain if your love for me will endure tomorrow
Tonight with words unspoken
As we spend the night together, there are some things we haven't talked about yet
You say that I'm the only one
You have professed that I am the only person you love
But will my heart be broken
Nevertheless, I am afraid my heart may shatter
When the night meets the morning sun
When the sun rises, will things change between us?
I'd like to know if your love
I want to know if your love for me is genuine
Is a love I can be sure of
Can I be confident that your feelings for me are steadfast?
So tell me now and I won't ask again
Please let me know now so that I don't have to ask again in the future
Will you still love me tomorrow
Will your love for me stay alive in the days to come?
Will you still love me tomorrow
Will your love for me persist even after tonight?
Will you still love me tomorrow
Will you still love me tomorrow?
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Gerry Goffin, Carole King
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