1) Portrait is Heavy Metal band from Sweden (Gothenburg) in the vein of King Diamond and Mercyful Fate, with the same trademark vocals. They have released a demo tape (2006), a 2 7” singles (2007 & 2010) and 5 albums (2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 & 2021). Some of the members also plays in Helvetets Port and Devil Lee Rot.
2)Portrait existed in Atlanta, GA from 1996 until 2001. For many individuals portrait is one of the pioneers of the modern (circa 2002-2004) “screamo” sound. They released several albums: “all my chances” 7”, the s/t 10”, the debut 7”, the four song demo All of this and one extra song are on the Portrait "complete discography" cd from stickfigurerecords.
The band has a very energetic sound. Tough but not too tough. Emotional but not too emotional. Agressive but not too... Great combination of guitar work with viola. This band has it all. From sweet melodic parts too Rough hardcore driven tunes. Portrait’s influences were such bands as inkwell, frail and Indian summer.
3) Portrait were an r'n'b group from Los Angeles who released 2 albums (in 1992 & 1995).
4) Portrait is a Prog Rock/Metal Band with members from Saarland and France. They cross very symphonic, melodic parts with heavy guitarbreaks.
On and On
Portrait Lyrics
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Tonight is the night
I'll take my time and do the things
To fulfil your needs
I′ll make it worth your while
And we can go on and on
Making love 'til dawn
When we begin, it will never end (on and on)
Making love 'til dawn
We can go on and on
′Til the morning comes
I got the fever
So let me please ya
I know just what you like
(I know just what you like)
A gentle kiss from my lips
Ooh, to get it started
Then I′ll rub you down
Over and over (on and on)
Making love 'til dawn
We can go on and on
You and me, me and you (on and on)
Making love ′til dawn
We can go on and on
'Til the morning comes
Giving in to the passion we know we feel inside
Ooh, baby
We can go on and on and on (on and on)
Ooh, pretty lady
You driving me crazy (on and on)
′Til the morning comes
Come on
Ooh, come on
Giving in to the passion we know we feel inside
Don't you feel it, don′t you feel it, baby?
Can you feel it, can you feel it, lady?
If you feel it, come and get it, oh yeah (on and on)
I got good lovin', wanna give it to you baby, yeah (on and on)
'Til the morning comes
Don′t you feel it, don′t you feel it, baby? (On and on)
Can you feel it, can you feel it, lady? (Over and over again)
If you feel it, come and get it, oh yeah (on and on)
I got good lovin', wanna give it to you, baby (on and on)
I wanna run my fingers through your hair (on and on)
Ooh, come on, lady
Don′t you feel it? (On and on)
You know what I mean
Don't you feel it? (On and on)
Ooh, baby, don′t be afraid of what you feel (on and on)
Tonight is your night
And this is you
And it's going on and on (on and on)
Giving in to the passion we know we feel
Giving in to the passion we know we feel
Giving in to the passion we know...
The song "On and On" by Portrait is a seductive R&B track that is all about fulfilling an intimate need. The lyricist is trying to convince a woman not to be afraid of what she feels, to let go of her inhibitions and give in to her passionate desires. The first lines of the song are a reassurance to the listener that there is nothing to be afraid of, it's just an intimate moment waiting to happen. The singer then proceeds to list what he is going to do to make the experience memorable and pleasurable. He says he will take his time, do whatever it takes to fulfill the woman's wants, and make it worth her while.
Throughout the song, the singer repeats the phrase "on and on" to express endless love-making, with the line "when we begin, it will never end" emphasizing the depth of their passion. He then goes on to suggest that they continue making love until dawn, even after they are tired, as their love grows stronger. The singer further proclaims his intentions by saying, "I got the fever, so let me please ya, I know just what you like." He is confident in his ability to please her by starting off with a gentle kiss and then rubbing her down over and over.
Portrait's "On and On" starts off as a love song but ultimately is reminiscent of the '90s era of R&B's focus on seduction and love-making. The song's production is well-suited for the genre, with a slow, steady beat and a strong bassline. This creates an environment for the listener to let go and drift off into their own world of passion.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't be afraid of what you feel, lady
Do not hesitate or be scared of your feelings, woman.
Tonight is the night
This present moment is the ideal time for this to happen.
I'll take my time and do the things
I will be slow and meticulous in my actions.
To fulfil your needs
To satisfy your desires and wants.
I′ll make it worth your while
I will ensure that you gain the most from this experience.
And we can go on and on
We can indulge in this activity for long periods.
Making love 'til dawn
Engaging in sexual activity until the break of day.
When we begin, it will never end (on and on)
This experience will seem unending from the start.
I got the fever
I am impassioned and enthusiastic.
So let me please ya
Let me give you pleasure.
I know just what you like (I know just what you like)
I am aware of your preferences and desires.
A gentle kiss from my lips
A soft and tender touch of my mouth.
Ooh, to get it started
That is all that is needed to begin the activity.
Then I'll rub you down
I will massage your body firmly and repeatedly.
Over and over (on and on)
This will be done repeatedly without stopping.
You and me, me and you (on and on)
We will both engage in this activity for an extended period.
Giving in to the passion we know we feel inside
Succumbing to the intense, strong feeling within us that we are familiar with.
Ooh, baby
Expressing a feeling of love or desire for the woman.
You driving me crazy (on and on)
You are causing me to feel insane for you.
′Til the morning comes
Until daytime arrives.
Don't you feel it, don't you feel it, baby?
Do you not sense the strong emotions that we share, my dear?
Can you feel it, can you feel it, lady?
Are you truly experiencing the power of this feeling, woman?
If you feel it, come and get it, oh yeah (on and on)
If you are also sensing these emotions, then come and join me in this experience.
I got good lovin', wanna give it to you baby, yeah (on and on)
I have some strong love and affection to give you, woman.
I wanna run my fingers through your hair (on and on)
I desire to touch and caress your hair repeatedly and extensively.
Ooh, come on, lady
Encouraging the woman to join in this activity.
You know what I mean
You understand what I am implying or suggesting.
And this is you
This activity is something specifically related to you, woman.
Giving in to the passion we know we feel
Surrendering to our shared feeling of fervor and desire.
Giving in to the passion we know we feel
Letting go of control and allowing our innermost emotions to guide us.
Giving in to the passion we know...
Ceasing to suppress our intense emotions and giving full expression to them.
Writer(s): Irving Washington, Eric Kirkland, Michael Saulsberry, Phillip Johnson
Contributed by Adalyn H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.