Pieces of a Dream first started playing throughout the Tri-State area, and were soon featured on Temple University’s pioneering jazz radio station, WRTI-FM. Long before the “Young Lions” era of Wynton Marsalis, Lloyd and Harmon were swinging so hard as teenagers that the great Count Basie once proclaimed them “a tough act to follow.” But it was another jazz legend, the late Grover Washington Jr., the sax man who made Philadelphia his home, who helped Pieces of a Dream become the internationally known stars they are today.
After quickly becoming popular around Philadelphia, the trio landed a spot as the house band for a local television show called City Lights. Their experience widened as they played backup on the broadcasts to a wide variety of artists, and that’s where Washington first heard them. One day while the teenagers were playing at the Bijou (where Grover had recorded his Live at the Bijou album), he sat in with them to play “Mr. Magic.” Soon Washington announced that he was starting a production company and that Pieces of a Dream would be his first act. Lloyd was only a senior in high school when his first record came out.
From 1981 to 1984, Pieces of a Dream built their reputation with three albums on Elektra that would come to define the musical essence of the smooth jazz radio explosion: Pieces of a Dream, We Are One and Imagine This. Those seminal records yielded some of their earliest hits, including “Warm Weather,” “Mount Airy Groove” and “Fo Fi Fo.” Soon after completing Joyride, their last effort for Elektra, Pieces of a Dream moved to EMI/Blue Note and went on to record seven more albums. During this period, the group amicably parted ways with long time friend Cedric Napoleon.
In 2001, Pieces of a Dream signed with Heads Up International and celebrated their 25th anniversary with what was undoubtedly their best album in years, Acquainted with the Night. The group’s silver anniversary release featured guitarist Ronny Jordan, vocalist Maysa Leak, and saxophonists Gerald Albright and Kenny Blake. Highlights included compositions from Albright and Michael Bearden, along with remakes of “Mahogany” and “Upside Down.” Acquainted with the Night generated two top-five singles on R&R's NAC chart. The follow up album Love's Silhouette also scored top radio chart positioning and Billboard Contemporary Jazz Chart top 10 status. Their April 2004 release, No Assembly Required, is sure to be another hit album in their long and illustrious career.
One of their former singers Norwood Young is now a cast member on the E! Cable channel's TV show High Maintenance 90210.
Addition - May 9,2009
Formed: 1975 in Philadelphia, PA
Styles: Crossover Jazz, Urban, Smooth Jazz
Group Members: Curtis Harmon, Ron Kerber, James K. Lloyd, Cedric A. Napoleon
Biography
Comprised of bassist Cedric Napoleon, drummer Curtis Harmon, and keyboardist James Lloyd, Pieces of a Dream were founded in 1975 in Philadelphia when the principal members were all teenagers. Originally somewhat jazz-oriented, Pieces of a Dream have mostly emphasized R&B, although they usually include a few jazz numbers in their performances. Grover Washington, Jr. produced their first three albums (all for Elektra during 1981-1983); they have since recorded for Manhattan and Blue Note. Saxophonist Ron Kerber became a member in the 1990s, preceding the four varied releases that appeared throughout the decade. A collection appeared at the turn of the century, but the band proved to still be going strong with 2001's Acquainted with the Night and 2002's Love's Silhouette. No Assembly Required was released in 2004 on Cleveland's Heads Up label, followed by 2006's Pillow Talk, also on Heads Up. ~ Scott Yanow, All Music Guide
Have A Little Faith
Pieces Of A Dream Lyrics
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What you get is what you see
Got no doubts up my sleeve
I believe
That we were meant to be
Then there's you
And the pain that's put you through
But I know that's what
You've got to do
Have a little faith
In this magic we feel
Have a little faith
That this time it's real
A little faith will help
Your heart heal (have faith)
I'll be waiting mm mm
Here we stand
All our dreams are in your hands
For you can kiss them goodbye
Let them die
Or trust what fate has planned
Have a little faith
In this magic we feel
Have a little faith
In what time will reveal
A little faith (a little faith)
Will help your heart heal (have faith)
(And) I'll be waiting
Mmm mmm and I'm gonna stay
Till you find a way
Oh have a little faith
In this magic we feel
A little faith
That this time it's real
A little faith (a little faith)
Will help your heart heal (have faith)
And I'll be waiting mm mm
Have a little faith mm mm
Have a little faith oh oh oh
A little faith
Oh oh oh a little faith in me
Have a little faith oh oh oh
Oh oh oh
The song "Have A Little Faith" by Pieces Of A Dream talks about believing in a love that has a strong foundation. The first verse is addressed to someone who has doubts and insecurities about love. The singer tells the person that they should believe in what they feel now because it is real and meant to be. However, the second verse is about a person who has been hurt before and is scared to open up again. The singer insists that they need to have faith and take the risk anyway. The chorus emphasizes the importance of faith in the relationship, which will help heal any past wounds and make the present love stronger.
This song is a message in support of trusting the person you love, even if it is scary. It emphasizes that having faith is crucial when it comes to relationships. The song is an encouragement to those struggling to have faith in what they feel.
Line by Line Meaning
Look at me
Directing attention towards the singer, initiating communication
What you get is what you see
The singer's true self is transparent, genuine
Got no doubts up my sleeve
The singer is confident and has no hidden reservations
I believe
The artist expresses their faith and conviction towards a certain outcome
That we were meant to be
The artist believes that their connection is predestined or fated
Then there's you
The singer acknowledges the other person's presence and influence
And the pain that's put you through
The other person has dealt with emotional suffering
Now you're scared to let go
The other person is hesitant and apprehensive towards moving forward
But I know that's what
The artist asserts their knowledge and insight into what the other person needs
You've got to do
The artist suggests that letting go is necessary for progress and growth
Have a little faith
The singer urges the listener to hold onto hope and belief
In this magic we feel
The artist compares their connection to something mystical, powerful and unexplainable
That this time it's real
The singer reiterates the authenticity and genuineness of their connection
A little faith will help
The singer suggests that even a small amount of belief can be beneficial
Your heart heal (have faith)
The singer believes that hope and trust can aid in emotional recovery
Here we stand
The artist and the other person are currently at a particular point in their relationship
All our dreams are in your hands
The artist acknowledges that the other person has an impact and responsibility for their shared goals
For you can kiss them goodbye
The singer suggests that not valuing and investing in the relationship could result in failure and disappointment
Let them die
The singer warns that neglecting their connection can have negative consequences
Or trust what fate has planned
The artist suggests that there is a greater, predetermined purpose for their relationship
In what time will reveal
The artist believes that more will be revealed about their connection over time
A little faith
The artist reiterates that even a small amount of belief can have a significant impact
Will help your heart heal (have faith)
The singer suggests that hope and trust can aid in emotional recovery
(And) I'll be waiting mm mm
The artist expresses their willingness to wait and support the other person
Mmm mmm and I'm gonna stay
The singer assures their commitment and dedication to the other person
Till you find a way
The singer asserts that they will offer their support until the other person finds a resolution
Have a little faith mm mm
The singer reiterates their earlier message of belief and hope
Have a little faith oh oh oh
The artist reiterates their earlier message of belief and hope
Oh oh oh a little faith in me
The artist suggests that the other person can trust and have faith in them
Have a little faith oh oh oh
The singer reiterates their earlier message of belief and hope
Oh oh oh
Repeating the phrase to emphasize the importance of the message
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CYNTHIA WEIL, PHILIP E. GALDSTON
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