Ferrell's 1992 eponymous debut album was released on Capitol Records and had a more contemporary/pop ambience. She, however, was also able to release jazz recordings on Blue Note Records, as a result of her unique contract.
In 2014, Rachelle Ferrell appeared on a new webseries called "Now What with Kevin E. Taylor," where she was the series season premiere. Ferrell decided, moved by Spirit, to sing her entire interview and at one point, she reduced the host to tears.
[edit] Discography
* 1989: First Instrument (Blue Note)
* 1992: Rachelle Ferrell (Manhattan)
* 1994: Somethin' Else[4]
* 2000: Individuality (Can I Be Me?) (Capitol)
* 2002: Live at Montreux (Blue Note)
[edit] Trivia
In 1999, Rachelle appeared at the "Lady of Soul Awards" to pay tribute to Natalie Cole singing "I've Got Love On My Mind." The audience gave Rachelle a standing ovation.[5] The jazz singer later commented that she was surprised at the reaction, "I came out with no make up, with wild hair…and the people went crazy! It was such a blessing to have people respond that way after being away for [such] a long time…"[6]
My Funny Valentine
Rachelle Ferrell Lyrics
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Sweet, comic Valentine
You make me smile with my heart
Your looks are laughable
Un-photographable
Yet you're my favorite work of art
Is your figure less than Greek?
When you open it to speak
Are you smart?
Don't change a hair for me
Not if you care for me
Stay little Valentine stay
And each day will be Valentine's Day
"My Funny Valentine" is a classic love song in which the singer admires the unique features and personality of their significant other. The lyrics describe the Valentine as being sweet and comic, someone who can make the singer smile from the bottom of their heart. The singer refers to the Valentine's looks as being laughable and un-photographable, yet they are still considered the singer's favorite work of art. These lyrics bring to light the importance of personality and individuality over physical appearance in a relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
My funny Valentine
You are my amusing and entertaining Valentine
Sweet, comic Valentine
You are a charming and amusing Valentine
You make me smile with my heart
Your presence makes me feel joy and warmth deep inside
Your looks are laughable
Your physical appearance may be peculiar and funny
Un-photographable
It is impossible to capture your true essence in a single photo
Yet you're my favorite work of art
Despite any imperfections, you are the most beautiful and captivating to me
Is your figure less than Greek?
Do you not possess the ideal physical proportions of a Greek statue?
Is your mouth a little weak?
Do you not speak with confidence and strength?
When you open it to speak
When you begin to talk
Are you smart?
Are you intelligent and knowledgeable?
Don't change a hair for me
Please don't alter anything about yourself for my benefit
Not if you care for me
If you truly love me, you won't change yourself to please me
Stay little Valentine stay
Please remain my Valentine, my beloved
And each day will be Valentine's Day
Every day with you is like Valentine's Day, filled with love and happiness
Contributed by Ruby N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Alessia Bonura
Il mio divertente San Valentino
My funny Valentine
Dolce, comico San Valentino
Sweet, comic Valentine
Mi fai sorridere con il cuore
You make me smile with my heart
Il tuo aspetto è ridicolo
Your looks are laughable
Non fotografabile
Un-photographable
Eppure sei la mia opera d'arte preferita
Yet you're my favorite work of art
La tua figura è inferiore a quella greca?
Is your figure less than Greek?
La tua bocca è un po' debole?
Is your mouth a little weak?
Quando lo apri per parlare
When you open it to speak
Sei intelligente?
Are you smart?
Non cambiare un capello per me
Don't change a hair for me
Non se ci tieni a me
Not if you care for me
Resta piccolo San Valentino, resta
Stay little Valentine stay
E ogni giorno sarà San Valentino
And each day will be Valentine's Day
Lillie Andrews
Her voice !!!!!!! Her passion!!!!! A standing ovation in every sound she makes.
Ursula K.
I saw her first time more than 20 years ago at Montreux Jazz in Switzerland as supporting act of George Benson and believe it was her very first oversea perfornance. She was absolutely breath taking and stole his lime light big time. Everyone was listening with their moths gaping open.
Edward Butler (SIDDIQ)
I'm SURE ❗.... She been and still is ; ABSOLUTELY BREATH TAKING , .... To say the least !
J Roth
❤️ truly awesome
Believe N See
I love this post so much. 💖
ysla j
Her voice is an instrument of its own. Seeing her perform is a whole mood....
Annette Mageo
This lady has been my favorite for so many years. Her range and diversity of her vocals are out of this world
Phil Torres
Something special. Just unforgetable..A thrill has gone !
Margaret H
Why haven't I seen her win some awards, she is just too awesome to be not be recognized!!
Jake
I can't get enough of her voice. She's really something special.