2.Praise (formed in 1991 in London, England) were a new-age music group, comprising Geoff MacCormack, Simon Goldenberg and Miriam Stockley as lead vocalist.
Praise released one self-titled album in 1991, reaching number 2 in the UK album charts. Praise mixes European dance beats with a variety of traditional world samples and styles, in a manner very similar to that of its contemporary peers such as Enigma. The tracks are "run together", linked with elements of a soundscape mixed in Qsound virtual surround sound. MacCormack and Goldenberg arranged and performed many of the instrumental parts, the latter providing the necessary computer programming. Stockley arranged and performed the lead and many backing vocals. All three have writing credits for Praise, and were supplemented by many other more specialised world performers.
Only You, track 10 from Praise, was used for a commercial for the Fiat Tempra. It was subsequently remixed by producers Andreas Georgiou (cousin of George Michael) and Peter Lorrimer, and went on to become a hit single that still features in "new-age" compilations today. Stockley's vocals for this track are sampled extensively in the dance track Fiji by Atlantis.
Praise disbanded some time after Praise was released; Stockley, in particular, would go on to acclaim by performing the lead vocals in Karl Jenkins's Adiemus albums. Praise itself has since gone out of print in the Western hemisphere, although international imports may still be available from Japan.
3. Grindcore band from Tampere, Finland. First demo released through Bandcamp during March 2021.
Song for You
Praise Lyrics
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I spent a lifetime searching for you
I spent a lifetime searching for you
I spent a lifetime searching for you
I spent a lifetime searching for you (Searching for you)
(Lifetime lifetime)
I spent a lifetime searching for you (Searching for you)
Memories I can't get over
Flashbacks when you were mine
Tragedy that I broke your heart
I can see it in your eyes
If you ask me how I feel its full disclosure
Ain't no keeping no secrets no more
You will never have to look over your shoulder
Wouldn't wanna waste your time
I just wanna make you mine
I spent a lifetime searching for you (Searching for you)
(Lifetime lifetime)
I spent a lifetime searching for you (Searching for you)
(Lifetime lifetime)
I spent a lifetime searching for you
I spent a lifetime searching for you
I spent a lifetime searching for you
I spent a lifetime searching for you
I spent a lifetime searching for you
I spent a lifetime searching for you
I spent a lifetime searching for you
I spent a lifetime searching for you
(Searching for you)
(Lifetime lifetime)
(Searching for you)
(Lifetime lifetime)
(Searching for you)
(Lifetime lifetime)
(Searching for you)
(Lifetime lifetime)
Imagine in a world without you
I just can't see yeah
Diamonds and pearls mean nothing
If you are not breathing
I never told you just how much I love your smile girl
You light up my world
My favourite thing about you I cannot decide no
Cause I don't wanna waste your time
I just wanna make you mine
I spent a lifetime searching for you (Searching for you)
(Lifetime lifetime)
I spent a lifetime searching for you (Searching for you)
(Lifetime lifetime)
I spent a lifetime searching for you
I spent a lifetime searching for you
I spent a lifetime searching for you
I spent a lifetime searching for you
(Searching for you)
(Lifetime lifetime)
(Searching for you)
(Lifetime lifetime)
(Searching for you)
(Lifetime lifetime)
(Searching for you)
(Lifetime lifetime)
And if the sky should fall I wanna be in your arms
I wanna be in your arms
I wanna be in your arms
When my saviour calls I wanna be in your arms
I wanna be in your arms
I wanna be in your arms
And if the sky should fall I wanna be in your arms
I wanna be in your arms
I wanna be in your arms
When my saviour calls I wanna be in your arms
I wanna be in your arms
I wanna be in your arms
And if the sky should fall I wanna be in your arms
I wanna be in your arms
I wanna be in your arms
When my saviour calls I wanna be in your arms
I wanna be in your arms
I wanna be in your arms
The lyrics of "Song for You" by Praise convey a deep sense of longing and devotion. The repetition of the line "I spent a lifetime searching for you" emphasizes the singer's relentless pursuit of their love interest. The song speaks to the idea that true love is worth waiting and searching for, even if it takes a lifetime.
The line "Memories I can't get over, flashbacks when you were mine" suggests that the singer has gone through a painful breakup or loss. They regret breaking their love interest's heart and can still see the pain in their eyes. The lyrics express a desire for honesty and transparency, with the singer promising not to keep any secrets. They want their love interest to feel safe and secure, without the need to constantly look over their shoulder.
The chorus repeats the sentiment of searching for a lifetime, reinforcing the message of never giving up on love. The lyrics take a more sentimental turn in the second verse as the singer imagines a world without their love interest. They express that material possessions like diamonds and pearls hold no value if the person they love is not there. The lyrics celebrate the love interest's smile, which lights up the singer's world. The singer also highlights the inability to pick a favorite thing about their love interest, indicating that they adore every aspect of them.
The song's bridge brings a sense of vulnerability and the desire for closeness. The image of being in the love interest's arms during challenging times symbolizes safety and protection. The longing to be in their arms when the "saviour calls" indicates a desire for their love to be everlasting, even in the face of adversity.
Overall, "Song for You" is a heartfelt testament to the enduring power of love and the lengths one is willing to go to find and keep it.
Line by Line Meaning
I spent a lifetime searching for you
I have devoted my entire life to finding you
Memories I can't get over
I am haunted by memories of our past
Flashbacks when you were mine
I am reminded of the times when we were together
Tragedy that I broke your heart
It pains me that I caused you heartbreak
I can see it in your eyes
I can perceive the pain in your eyes
If you ask me how I feel its full disclosure
I will openly and honestly share my feelings with you if you ask
Ain't no keeping no secrets no more
I won't hide any secrets from you anymore
You will never have to look over your shoulder
You can trust me completely, you won't have to worry about anything
Wouldn't wanna waste your time
I don't want to make you invest your time in something meaningless
I just wanna make you mine
I only desire to be with you
Imagine in a world without you
It's difficult to imagine a world where you don't exist
Diamonds and pearls mean nothing
Material possessions hold no value compared to you
If you are not breathing
Your presence is vital to my existence
I never told you just how much I love your smile girl
I have never fully expressed the depth of my love for your smile, my dear
You light up my world
Your presence brings joy and brightness to my life
My favourite thing about you I cannot decide no
I can't choose just one thing I love most about you
Cause I don't wanna waste your time
I don't want to spend time on anything that isn't meaningful or important to you
I just wanna make you mine
I simply want to call you mine and be with you
And if the sky should fall I wanna be in your arms
Even in the face of chaos or danger, I want to find solace and safety in your embrace
When my saviour calls I wanna be in your arms
In times of distress or uncertainty, I desire the comfort and protection of being in your arms
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, ANTHEM ENTERTAINMENT LP, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Will Gluck, Sia Furler, Greg Kurstin
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