Her songwriting has been praised for its wit, and her technical guitar playing has also received praise (which she made light fun of in her feminist song, Not Bad for a Broad).
In 1990, she joined Christine Lavin, Megan McDonough, and Sally Fingerett to form the Four Bitchin' Babes, with whom she toured and recorded one album.
In 2005, Larkin produced La Guitara, a compilation of songs performed by female guitarists designed to answer the question, "Why are there no great female guitar players?" with the answer being that "There are–and here they are."
Open arms
Patty Larkin Lyrics
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Baby here I am
If tenderness is what you need
I've got that to give
If you need some affection
Baby these are open arms
Open arms, open arms, open arms, open arms
You come home you've had a hard day
Every door your tried to open
Was closing in your face
I'm right here I'll be right here
I'll embrace you
I'll be open with my heart
I'll let you in
I'll be open with my thoughts
I'll be your best friend
If you need some attention
Baby these are open arms
Open arms, open arms, open arms, open arms
Every corner you turn
Trouble come your way
But when you get home
I'll try to be there
And I'll embrace you
These are
These are
These are
Open arms
If time is what you need
Baby I'll stop clocks
If you're looking for something
Maybe I've got what you want
If there's one thing to remember
Don't forget that these are open arms
Open arms, open arms, open arms, open arms
These are
These are
These are
Open arms
The lyrics of Patty Larkin's song Open Arms convey the message of unwavering support and devotion in a relationship. The song speaks about being everything that your partner needs and wants, and doing all that it takes to make them happy. When the partner is down and out, the singer steps in with open arms to provide solace and comfort. The lyrics proclaim a willingness to be open in every way, whether it is opening up the heart, the thoughts, or the arms. The singer promises to stop clocks for their partner and to be open with their time and attention.
The phrase "open arms" is repeated several times in the chorus, as if to reinforce the idea that the singer is always available and welcoming to their partner. The repeated use of these words creates a sense of security and stability, and suggests that the singer is someone whom the partner can always count on.
Overall, the lyrics of Open Arms are a celebration of the beauty and strength of love, and remind the listener that having someone who is always there for you can make all the difference in life.
Line by Line Meaning
If love is what you want
I am willing to provide you with love if that is what you desire.
Baby here I am
I am present and available for you.
If tenderness is what you need
I am able to offer you tenderness if that is what you require.
I've got that to give
I possess the capability to provide you with tenderness.
If you need some affection
If you require some care and love,
Baby these are open arms
I am here to provide you with care and love.
Open arms, open arms, open arms, open arms
I am completely open and welcoming to you.
You come home you've had a hard day
You return home after a difficult day.
Every door your tried to open
All the opportunities you have explored,
Was closing in your face
Have not been fruitful and are blocking you from moving forward.
I'm right here I'll be right here
I am present here for you and will remain here for you.
I'll embrace you
I will hold you tightly to provide you comfort.
I'll be open with my heart
I will express my feelings honestly and openly.
I'll let you in
I will not keep any walls up and will allow you to enter my life completely.
I'll be open with my thoughts
I will share my thoughts with you transparently.
I'll be your best friend
I will be here for you and provide you with my full support and companionship.
If you need some attention
If you require someone to pay attention to you,
Baby these are open arms
I am here for you and give all my love and care.
Every corner you turn
No matter where you go in this world,
Trouble come your way
Difficulties and problems will arise.
But when you get home
However, when you come back to me,
I'll try to be there
I will do everything in my power to be with you and support you.
These are
These feelings, actions, and emotions,
Open arms
Are all for you and welcome you wholeheartedly.
If time is what you need
If you require time,
Baby I'll stop clocks
I will make time for you and take it at your pace.
If you're looking for something
If you are searching for something,
Maybe I've got what you want
I might have what you want or need.
If there's one thing to remember
If there is one message to hold onto,
Don't forget that these are open arms
Remember that I am always here for you, with love and care.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: PATTY LARKIN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
TetrapakProdzekt
Homicide: Life on the Street brought me here !
Dave Volsky
MANY pieces of music used in Homicide have brought me here!
diaphanouswaffle
same :) been re-watching HLOTS all month, this pretty tune was playing during final scenes of s5e16.
Adam Chesin
happy valentine's day from all of us at the Baltimore Homicide unit
FIXEDBAYONETS
Bayliss , Pembleton & the rest of the crew appreciate it.
ebonywahine
Thanks so much for uploading these tunes from Stranger's World. I fell in love with the songs and the singer my first tortuous year of grad school in Berkeley. This album along with Emmylou's Wreaking Ball, Bob Marley, Bruce Cockburn and soul tunes from the 60s-70s along with good friends got me through!
Chui Yee
Thank you so much! =) I've been looking forward to hear this song on youtube. First listened to this beautiful piece on gotradio...
messagefrommyshkin
Beautiful song. Thanks for posting it.
Valentina Sacco
drops of happiness all around
pucci puccinella
Magnificent !