Desmond was bor… Read Full Bio ↴Paul Desmond (1924-1977) was a U.S jazz saxophonist.
Desmond was born Paul Emil Breitenfeld in San Francisco, California on 25th November 1924. He came to prominence with the Dave Brubeck Quartet, which lasted from 1951 until 1967. Desmond wrote their biggest hit, "Take Five".
Desmond's alto saxophone tone and technique owed nothing to the great alto player of the time, Charlie Parker; instead his was a clear, light, floating sound and highly melodic playing style. Much of the success of the classic Brubeck quartet was due to the superposition of his fragile, airy sound over Brubeck's sometimes relatively heavy, polytonal piano work.
Desmond died on 30th May 1977.
Paul Desmond is widely recognized for his genius as a melodic improviser and as the benchmark of cool jazz sax players. His warm, elegant tone was one that he admittedly tried to make sound like a dry martini. He and Art Pepper were virtually the only alto players of their generation not directly influenced by Charlie Parker. Desmond was influenced by Lester Young, but took it further, into melodic and harmonic worlds never before traveled by reedmen -- especially in the upper registers. Desmond is best known for his years with the Dave Brubeck Quartet (1959-1967) and his infamous composition "Take Five." He met Brubeck in the late '40s and played with his Octet. The Quartet formed toward the end of 1950 and took final shape with Eugene Wright and Joe Morello a few years later. Jazz at Oberlin and Take Five were considered essential purchases by college students of the era, but Jazz Impressions of Japan was its most innovative recording. Desmond played his loping, slow, ordered, and intricate solos in direct contrast to the pianist's obsession with large chords, creating a myriad of textures for melodic and rhythmic counterpoint unlike any heard in jazz. His witty quotations from musicals, classical pieces, and folk songs were also a watermark of his artistry. When the Quartet split in 1967, Desmond began an intermittent yet satisfying recording career. It included dates with Gerry Mulligan for Verve, various sessions with Jim Hall, and a concert with the the Modern Jazz Quartet. He played his last gigs with the Brubeck Quartet at reunions before dying of lung cancer. Desmond's recordings for RCA have gotten box-set treatment and Mosaic issued one of the complete sessions with Hall. There are also reissues from A&M and CTI, though recordings on Artist House and Finesse remain regrettably out of print. ~ Thom Jurek, Rovi
Time After Time
Paul Desmond Lyrics
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Time is coming don’t you see, He’ll return for you and me.
If you only give your heart, a new life He will bestow
This creator of your soul.
Time is coming to an end. Some day soon we’ll be with Him.
To Jesus I give my soul; to Him alone, I owe everything that’s made
Though He died upon the cross; the life He gave was not lost.
Having left an empty tomb; He paid the awful cost. One of many was the price;
And of those many, you’re a part; when to Him you give your heart.
Time is coming don’t you see, He’ll return for you and me.
If you only give your heart, a new life He will bestow
This creator of your soul.
Time’s upon up like he said; Israel in their homestead.
One world order drawing near; and hearts are full of fear. People rising to rebel,
War, and disaster who can tell? But Jesus will never fail.
Time is coming don’t you see, He’ll return for you and me.
If you only give your heart, a new life He will bestow
This creator of your soul.
The lyrics of Paul Desmond's "Time After Time" speak to the impending end of time and the return of Jesus Christ. The song suggests that if individuals give their hearts to Jesus, they will receive a new life and redemption. The lyrics emphasize Jesus as the creator of the soul, highlighting the transformative power of surrendering oneself to him.
The first paragraph establishes the idea that time is running out and that Jesus will return for humanity. By giving their hearts to Jesus, individuals can receive a new life and be bestowed with the blessings of their soul's creator. It implies that Jesus has the ability to bring wholeness and knowledge to those who come to him.
The second paragraph references Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection. It suggests that although Jesus died on the cross, his sacrifice was not in vain. He left an empty tomb, indicating his triumph over death. The mention of the price paid and individuals being a part of that cost implies that salvation comes at a great expense, but when someone gives their heart to Jesus, they become part of that redemptive plan.
In the third paragraph, the lyrics reiterate the overarching message of the song. Time is running out, and Jesus will return. There is a sense of urgency to give one's heart to Jesus, as it is believed that he will bring a new life and salvation. The mention of Israel and a one-world order drawing near suggests that these are signs of the end times. Despite the fear and chaos in the world, the lyrics assert that Jesus will never fail.
The final paragraph restates the importance of giving one's heart to Jesus before it's too late. The idea of a new life and redemption through him is reiterated once again, emphasizing the transformative power and hope that Jesus offers. The creator of the soul is depicted as the ultimate source of salvation and security amidst the uncertainties of the world.
Overall, the lyrics of "Time After Time" convey a sense of urgency and hope for redemption through Jesus Christ. They encourage individuals to surrender their hearts to him and find solace in his promise of a new life.
Line by Line Meaning
Time is coming don’t you see, He’ll return for you and me.
The end is approaching, and Jesus will come back to save us all.
If you only give your heart, a new life He will bestow
By dedicating your heart to Jesus, he will grant you a renewed life.
This creator of your soul.
Jesus is the one who formed your soul.
Time is coming to an end. Some day soon we’ll be with Him.
The time is near when we will be united with Jesus.
To Jesus I give my soul; to Him alone, I owe everything that’s made me whole, And everything I’ll ever know. To Jesus, I give my Soul
I surrender my soul to Jesus, as he is the source of my healing and knowledge.
Though He died upon the cross; the life He gave was not lost.
Even though Jesus sacrificed his life on the cross, it was not in vain.
Having left an empty tomb; He paid the awful cost. One of many was the price; And of those many, you’re a part; when to Him you give your heart.
Jesus's resurrection from the empty tomb signifies the price he paid for our salvation, and we become connected to that sacrifice by giving our hearts to him.
Time’s upon up like he said; Israel in their homestead.
The prophecy of Jesus's return is being fulfilled, and Israel is once again settled in their homeland.
One world order drawing near; and hearts are full of fear. People rising to rebel, War, and disaster who can tell? But Jesus will never fail.
A global governing system is approaching, causing fear and rebellion. The future is uncertain, but Jesus is a constant and will always be triumphant.
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Written by: Desmond Paul Allen
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