Nicole Henry’s beautiful and distinctive voice continues to gain fans aroun… Read Full Bio ↴Nicole Henry’s beautiful and distinctive voice continues to gain fans around the world. She has been awarded “Best Vocal Jazz Album of 2005” and "Best New Jazz Artist of 2004" by HMV/Japan, sharing their annual awards with other renowned artists such as Herbie Hancock, Pat Metheny, Jane Monheit and Joshua Redman. The Nearness of You, her debut CD released in 2004 for the U.S. and Japan, ranked #2 on HMV’s Jazz Charts in Japan, second only to Norah Jones, and remained in the TOP 10 for over three months. It also reached #27 on the JazzWeek U.S. radio charts. Her March 2005 CD project with the Eddie Higgins Trio, Teach Me Tonight, was released in Japan and Korea and spent three weeks at #1 on the HMV Jazz Charts, 11 weeks in the Top 10.

Henry’s voice “aims for the emotional center” as she commands and captures the complete attention of the audience, telling real stories while also bringing a sense of ‘joie de vivre.’ She’s performed at the Rainbow Room with the Cab Calloway Orchestra, and the Lincoln Center with the Juilliard Jazz Octet; at jazz festivals including the 2006 Air Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival; for the Manchester Craftsmen’s Guild in Pittsburgh; at jazz clubs such as The Dakota in Minneapolis and Arturo Sandoval’s Jazz Club in Miami; throughout central Mexico with her tribute concert to Billie Holiday; for senators and congressional representatives at the Democratic National Convention and the Congressional Black Caucus; at numerous private engagements and fundraisers; and for charitable causes benefiting Arts Education and AIDS awareness with organizations such as: AIDS Alliance, the National Gay & Lesbian Task Force, I Have a Dream Foundation, and the Black AIDS Organization; and she often acts as a guest speaker for school children. She’s also performed in Korea, Japan, Mexico and London and been interviewed, highly reviewed, and mentioned by such media as Swing Journal, Prairie Home Companion, jazzreview.com, Sirius Satellite Radio, DownBeat, All About Jazz, XM Satellite Radio, L.A. Jazz Scene and more. She’s shared the stage with music legends such as Isaac Hayes, Kenny Werner, Jennifer Holliday, Sammy Figueroa, Johnny O'Neal, Nicholas Peyton, Eric Alexander, Joan Osborne, Roberta Flack and Tom Scott to name a few. As Swing Journal stated, "...Nicole sings with such power and emotion. She has a big future ahead of her." In her recordings, and during any of her live performances, you feel that power and you feel that emotion that emerges sincerely from her heart.

Also an actress and spokesperson, Nicole is the host and producer of the music segment of Miami’s PBS show ‘ArtStreet’ on WLRN-TV. As a lead, her acting skills have been featured on national television campaigns for Verizon Wireless, Amtrak, McDonald's, Air Jamaica, Rite Aid Pharmacies, Hershey's Swoops, Sears Optical and others.

Creating fans immediately, this world-class performer's presence, classic elegance, infectious energy, sexy appeal, and honest interpretations make for a truly moving experience. Poised to impact international audiences, Nicole Henry will touch you and tell a story like none other...

Make It Last
Nicole Henry Lyrics

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Hold me close
While we kiss.
Let me linger
In heaven like this.
Love is often over too fast.
Make it last.
Make it last.
Let me stay in your spell.

Love is sweet
So let's savor it well.
Oh, too soon
This dream will be passed.
Make it last.
Make it last.
If love stays on,
My fears will fade.
And each new dawn
I'll start with my heart unafraid.
Let the flame linger long
Let fire burn longer and snow
Till this moment is lost to the past.
Make it last.
Make it last.
If love stays on,
My fears will fade.
And with each
Each new dawn
I'll start with my heart unafraid.
Now let the flame long
And let the fire burn longer.
Till this moment is lost to the past

Make it last.
Make it last.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Nicole Henry's song "Make It Last" speak to the fleeting nature of love and the desire to hold on to it for as long as possible. The first verse sets the scene, with the singer asking their partner to hold them close and make the moment last while they kiss. They express their fear that love is often over too quickly, and plead with their partner to savor the sweetness of their love and let it linger. The second verse expands on this idea, with the singer acknowledging that love's transient nature makes them afraid, but also recognizing that if love stays, their fears will fade away. They ask their partner to let the flame of their love burn long and bright, so that this moment will live on even after it's passed.

Overall, the lyrics of "Make It Last" are a beautiful and poignant reminder to appreciate love while we have it, and to hold on tight to the moments that make it special. The song's languid melody and Nicole Henry's soulful voice combine to create a dreamy and romantic atmosphere that perfectly complements the lyrics.

Line by Line Meaning

Hold me close
Embrace me tightly

While we kiss.
As we share this intimate moment

Let me linger
Allow me to stay

In heaven like this.
In this blissful state

Love is often over too fast.
Love can end abruptly

Make it last.
Let's make our love endure

Let me stay in your spell.
Let me remain captivated by your love

Love is sweet
Love is delightful

So let's savor it well.
Let's enjoy our love to the fullest

Oh, too soon
Unfortunately, quickly enough

This dream will be passed.
This beautiful moment will come to an end