Sedaka wrote his 1959 hit "Oh! Carol" about his then-girlfriend, Carol Klein, later to become Carole King. In 1963, King released a humorous answer entitled "Oh Neil".
The Laughter In the Rain Songfacts says Sedaka's hits dried up when The Beatles arrived, but then he teamed up with the lyricist Philip Cody and had a a number 1 hit with "Laughter In The Rain." It re-ignited Sedaka's career and he had 6 more Top-40 hits in America by 1977.
Sedaka's voice is in the tenor range.
Your Precious Love
Neil Sedaka Lyrics
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And with every passing minute, so much joy wrapped up in it
Oh! heaven must have sent you from above
Oh, heaven must have sent your precious love
And now, I've got a song to sing,
Tellin' the world about the joy you bring
And you gave me reason for living
And oh, you taught me the meaning of giving
Oh, oh! heaven must have sent you from above
Oh, heaven must have sent your precious love
To find a love like yours is rare these days
'Cause you've shown me what happiness is in so many ways
I look in the mirror and I'm glad
To see laughter in the eyes where tears used
To be
What you've given me I could never return
'Cause there's so much girl I've yet to learn
And I want to show my appreciation, cause when I found you
I found a new inspiration
Oh, oh! heaven must have sent you from above
Oh, heaven must have sent your precious love
The song "Your Precious Love" by Neil Sedaka beautifully captures the feeling of being in love and the joy that comes with it. The lyrics express a deep appreciation for the love he has received and how it has enriched his life. The song speaks of the many ways in which his partner has made him a better person, teaching him the meaning of giving and bringing happiness into his life. It's a celebration of finding love that is rare in today's world and the gratitude of having it in one's life. The words paint a picture of a love that is truly a gift from heaven and an inspiration in his life.
The lyrics also speak of the struggles and hardships he faced before finding this precious love. The line "I look in the mirror and I'm glad to see laughter in the eyes where tears used to be" suggests that he was once sad and lonely but thanks to his partner, he has found happiness and love which has transformed his life. The song is a classic love ballad that truly encapsulates the essence of true love that brings happiness and joy in one's life.
Line by Line Meaning
Everyday, there's something new honey, to keep me loving you
Each day brings new reasons to love and appreciate you.
And with every passing minute, so much joy wrapped up in it
Every minute spent with you brings immense happiness.
Oh! heaven must have sent you from above
You are a true blessing; it feels like heaven sent you to me.
Oh, heaven must have sent your precious love
Your love is irreplaceable and valuable; it feels like a divine gift.
And now, I've got a song to sing,
I feel like celebrating and sharing my joy with the world.
Tellin' the world about the joy you bring
I want to let everyone know how happy and fulfilled you make me.
And you gave me reason for living
You have given my life purpose and meaning; you are my everything.
And oh, you taught me the meaning of giving
Your selflessness and generosity have taught me the true value of giving.
To find a love like yours is rare these days
It is hard to come across a love as special and genuine as yours these days.
'Cause you've shown me what happiness is in so many ways
You have opened my eyes to the wonders of joy and happiness in countless ways.
I look in the mirror and I'm glad
I am happy with the person I have become because of the love you have given me.
To see laughter in the eyes where tears used to be
I used to be sad and emotional, but your love has turned my tears into joy and laughter.
What you've given me I could never return
I can never repay you for the love, happiness, and fulfillment you have brought into my life.
'Cause there's so much girl I've yet to learn
There is still so much to learn from you, and I am excited to grow with you.
And I want to show my appreciation, cause when I found you
I am grateful for you, and I want to show you how much I appreciate you and your love.
I found a new inspiration
I have found new motivation and inspiration in life because of the love you have given me.
Oh, oh! heaven must have sent you from above
You are an angel who has been sent from heaven to bless me with your precious love.
Oh, heaven must have sent your precious love
Your love is a priceless and divine gift that I am lucky to have in my life.
Lyrics © REGENT MUSIC CORPORATION
Written by: Arthur Brooks, Jerry Butler, Richard Brooks
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hklinker
I don't know why this didn't kill. Solid song, great arrangement, and Dara Sedaka nails it.
Best youtuber
I really love this version! Neil and Dara were so good together.
Alries Sedaka
The best version
frankie hunter
Surprisingly good.
ConsumerWarrior
Excellent remake of the Motown hit from 1967.
Jeoshua Licea Oyente
Excellent version!
grooverunner
Nick Ashford and Valerie Simpson also provide background vocals. Johnny Mathis and Deniece Williams do a great version of this, too.
JESUS BACA
Hey!!! Thanks for sharing a beatfiul song.
Donna Lombardo
Stephen bishop and Yvonne elliman did a good version of this song as well
Jimmy Pinet Winchell
My God...thank you...still have the '45...