Freelon had a part in the Mel Gibson movie What Women Want.
I Say a Little Prayer
Nnenna Freelon Lyrics
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Before I put on my makeup
I say a little prayer for you
I say a little prayer for you
While combing my hair, now
And wondering what dress to wear, now
I say a little prayer for you
Forever and ever, you'll stay in my heart
And I will love you
Forever and ever, we never will part
Oh, how I'll love you
Together, forever, that's how it must be
To live without you
Will only mean heartbreak for me
I run for the bus, dear
While riding I think of us, dear
I say a little prayer for you
I say a little prayer for you
At work I just take time
And all through my coffee break time
I say a little prayer for you
I say a little prayer for you
Oh, forever and ever, you'll stay in my heart
Oh, how I'll love you
Forever and ever, we never will part
Oh, how I'll love you
Together, forever, that's how it must be
To live without you
Will only mean heartbreak for me
I say a little prayer for you
My darling, believe me
For me there is no one
But you
Please, love me too
Please, love me too
I say a little prayer
Say a little prayer for you
I'm in love with you
I'm in love with you
Answer my prayer
I say a little prayer, say a little
Say a little prayer, I say a little
Say a little prayer
Say a little prayer for you
In Nnenna Freelon's version of "I Say A Little Prayer," the lyrics are sung with heartfelt sincerity and devotion. The song is a declaration of love to a significant other, in which the singer expresses her devotion and commitment to the person she loves. The lyrics convey the idea that the singer is always thinking of her lover throughout the day, constantly sending small prayers and wishes to keep their connection strong.
The song begins with the singer declaring that she says a little prayer for her lover every morning, even before she puts on her makeup. This action shows the deep love and devotion she has for her lover, and foreshadows the themes of commitment and devotion that will continue throughout the song. As the day goes on, the singer continues to think about her lover, even during mundane tasks like combing her hair and choosing an outfit. The song reaches a climax when the singer declares that she will love her partner forever, and that living without them would only result in heartbreak.
The sentiment of devotion and love conveyed by the lyrics is further emphasized by the use of repetition throughout the song. The phrase "I say a little prayer for you" is repeated several times, emphasizing the singer's devotion and unwavering commitment to her lover. Additionally, the repetition of the phrases "forever and ever" and "together, forever" further emphasizes the lasting nature of the love the singer feels for her lover.
Line by Line Meaning
The moment I wake up
As soon as my eyes open in the morning.
Before I put on my makeup
Before I start getting ready for the day.
I say a little prayer for you
I take a moment to wish well for you.
I say a little prayer for you
I repeat my prayer for you.
While combing my hair, now
As I am grooming myself.
And wondering what dress to wear, now
As I choose the clothes to wear for the day.
I say a little prayer for you
I pray for your happiness.
I say a little prayer for you
I pray for your well-being.
Forever and ever, you'll stay in my heart
My love for you is eternal.
And I will love you
My love for you is unwavering.
Forever and ever, we never will part
Our love is meant to last forever.
Oh, how I'll love you
I will love you deeply.
Together, forever, that's how it must be
We are meant to be together forever.
To live without you
Being apart from you is unbearable.
Will only mean heartbreak for me
It would be emotionally devastating for me.
I run for the bus, dear
As I hurry to work.
While riding I think of us, dear
As I reflect on our relationship.
I say a little prayer for you
I whisper a prayer for your safety.
I say a little prayer for you
I repeat my prayer for you.
At work I just take time
During my work day.
And all through my coffee break time
While drinking coffee on break.
I say a little prayer for you
I send you good thoughts during my break.
I say a little prayer for you
I think of you during my break.
Oh, forever and ever, you'll stay in my heart
My love for you is eternal.
Oh, how I'll love you
I will love you deeply.
Forever and ever, we never will part
Our love is meant to last forever.
Oh, how I'll love you
I will love you deeply.
Together, forever, that's how it must be
We are meant to be together forever.
To live without you
Being apart from you is unbearable.
Will only mean heartbreak for me
It would be emotionally devastating for me.
I say a little prayer for you
I send you good thoughts from my heart.
My darling, believe me
My love for you is sincere.
For me there is no one
You are my one and only love.
But you
I love only you.
Please, love me too
Please return my love.
Please, love me too
Please feel the same way about me.
I say a little prayer
I send my love to you.
Say a little prayer for you
I whisper a prayer for your happiness.
I'm in love with you
I am deeply in love with you.
I'm in love with you
You have captured my heart.
Answer my prayer
Please let my love be returned.
I say a little prayer, say a little
I send my love to you twice over.
Say a little prayer, I say a little
I whisper a prayer for you, so please hear it.
Say a little prayer
I think of you with love and well-wishes.
Say a little prayer for you
I pray for your happiness and well-being.
Contributed by Taylor F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.