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]
Too Late
Rachelle Ferrell Lyrics
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Sixty-five years must've been too much to bear
For an insecure black man livin' on the verge of despair
Too much resentment and too much hate
From which there can be no easy escape
Chorus
It's too late, there's nothing left to give
Not for your woman, you got nothin' for your kids
It's too late, there's nothing left to hide
So you go your way, and I'll go mine
2nd Verse
My father and I don't get along
He's always right, I'm always wrong
We never talk…he'd rather hide
Preening his pride and pruning mine
Chorus
It's too late, there's nothing left to give
Not for your woman, you got nothin' for your kids
It's too late, there's nothing left to hide
So you go your way, and I'll go mine
Bridge
I tried to talk to him, to go beyond the insults and lies
Depending on the love to keep the family alive
He said, "I don't wanna talk on account of the pressure of my blood"
I said, "Can't we talk on account of love "
"I'm reaching out to you"
He said, "Don't reach out to me"
"But I love you! I love you! Dad…don't you love me?"
He stared straight ahead at the basketball game on his precious TV
And he never even opened his mouth…
He never even opened his mouth to me…and now
Chorus
It's too late, there's nothing left to give
Not for your woman, you got nothin' for your kids
It's too late, there's nothing left to hide
So you go your way, and I'll go mine
You go your way, you go your way…
And I'll go mine
The lyrics to Rachelle Ferrell's "Too Late" tell the story of a strained relationship between a father and his child, likely the singer herself. The first verse sets the stage for the emotions of the song, with the suggestion that the father's insecurities and resentment have led to a difficult and unhappy life. In the chorus, the singer confronts her father's inability to provide for his family with the realization that it's too late for him to make up for lost time. The second verse delves deeper into the father-child relationship, with the singer fighting for connection through conversation but finding that pride and emotional distance have taken hold.
The bridge of the song is a heart-wrenching moment where the singer pleads with her father to communicate and connect with her, but his response is cold and unyielding. The final chorus drives home the fact that the damage has been done and there is no fixing what has been lost. The song ends with a muted sadness, with both parties going their separate ways.
Overall, "Too Late" is a powerful reflection on the complexity of familial relationships and the toll that distance and pride can take on them. The lyrics paint a clear picture of a fractured relationship, offering little hope for reconciliation.
Line by Line Meaning
Sixty-five years must've been too much to bear
The subject is an insecure black man who has lived through a lot of hardship and pain for 65 years.
For an insecure black man livin' on the verge of despair
The insecure black man is almost at the point of giving up because he cannot handle how difficult his life has been.
Too much resentment and too much hate
The man has built up a lot of anger and bitterness over the years due to the difficult circumstances he faced.
From which there can be no easy escape
There is no simple way for the man to get away from the negative emotions that he feels.
It's too late, there's nothing left to give
The situation has gotten to a point where the man has nothing more to offer to his wife or children.
Not for your woman, you got nothin' for your kids
The man has nothing left to give to his family, which is a devastating realization.
So you go your way, and I'll go mine
The man and his family have to accept that they cannot help each other anymore and must go their separate ways.
My father and I don't get along
The subject has a strained relationship with his father.
He's always right, I'm always wrong
The father is never able to admit that he might be wrong or that the subject could be right in any situation.
We never talk…he'd rather hide
The father avoids communication with the subject, choosing instead to hide from confrontation or discussion.
Preening his pride and pruning mine
The father is obsessed with his own ego and refuses to give the subject any credit or positive reinforcement.
I tried to talk to him, to go beyond the insults and lies
The subject attempted to have a conversation with his father, to move past their history of conflict and deception.
Depending on the love to keep the family alive
The subject believes that their family should be united by love, and that this is what can save them from splitting apart.
He said, 'I don't wanna talk on account of the pressure of my blood'
The father refused the subject's attempt at communication, citing some kind of familial obligation as the reason for his silence.
I said, 'Can't we talk on account of love '
The subject wants to connect with his father through the common bond of love, feeling that this is enough to overcome their differences.
He stared straight ahead at the basketball game on his precious TV
The father is more interested in watching a basketball game than having a conversation with his son.
And he never even opened his mouth…
The father refused to engage with the subject, remaining silent throughout their attempted conversation.
And now
As a result of their communication breakdown, the subject and his father can no longer reach each other.
Contributed by Kaelyn M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Carlos Nunez
1st Verse
Sixty-five years must've been too much to bear
For an insecure black man livin' on the verge of despair
Too much resentment and too much hate
From which there can be no easy escape
Chorus
It's too late, there's nothing left to give
Not for your woman, you got nothin' for your kids
It's too late, there's nothing left to hide
So you go your way, and I'll go mine
2nd Verse
My father and I don't get along
He's always right, I'm always wrong
We never talk…he'd rather hide
Preening his pride and pruning mine
Chorus
It's too late, there's nothing left to give
Not for your woman, you got nothin' for your kids
It's too late, there's nothing left to hide
So you go your way, and I'll go mine
Bridge
I tried to talk to him, to go beyond the insults and lies
Depending on the love to keep the family alive
He said, "I don't wanna talk on account of the pressure of my blood"
I said, "Can't we talk on account of love "
"I'm reaching out to you"
He said, "Don't reach out to me"
"But I love you! I love you! Dad…don't you love me?"
He stared straight ahead at the basketball game on his precious TV
And he never even opened his mouth…
He never even opened his mouth to me…and now
Chorus
It's too late, there's nothing left to give
Not for your woman, you got nothin' for your kids
It's too late, there's nothing left to hide
So you go your way, and I'll go mine
You go your way, you go your way…
And I'll go mine
Ray Maxwell
One of the most thought provoking songs written. Ever. Rachelle is a music goddess..
Jonett Douglas
This song helped me heal and realize that my mother will never be what I need. It doesn’t mean that I don’t love her, just that I love myself more. I cannot “be patient” for something you put no effort in fixing. So with that being said I will go my way.
Baygurl75 Thomas
💜
Haviel Lloyd-Chavez
Respect That!
Carlos Nunez
1st Verse
Sixty-five years must've been too much to bear
For an insecure black man livin' on the verge of despair
Too much resentment and too much hate
From which there can be no easy escape
Chorus
It's too late, there's nothing left to give
Not for your woman, you got nothin' for your kids
It's too late, there's nothing left to hide
So you go your way, and I'll go mine
2nd Verse
My father and I don't get along
He's always right, I'm always wrong
We never talk…he'd rather hide
Preening his pride and pruning mine
Chorus
It's too late, there's nothing left to give
Not for your woman, you got nothin' for your kids
It's too late, there's nothing left to hide
So you go your way, and I'll go mine
Bridge
I tried to talk to him, to go beyond the insults and lies
Depending on the love to keep the family alive
He said, "I don't wanna talk on account of the pressure of my blood"
I said, "Can't we talk on account of love "
"I'm reaching out to you"
He said, "Don't reach out to me"
"But I love you! I love you! Dad…don't you love me?"
He stared straight ahead at the basketball game on his precious TV
And he never even opened his mouth…
He never even opened his mouth to me…and now
Chorus
It's too late, there's nothing left to give
Not for your woman, you got nothin' for your kids
It's too late, there's nothing left to hide
So you go your way, and I'll go mine
You go your way, you go your way…
And I'll go mine
Mark Booker
I am a huge Rachelle Ferrell fan but does and body know if she's ok, we need to pray for this sister the last interview I saw on her she needs our prayers
Mark Booker
@Reva Dodds Angela stribbling I belive
Reva Dodds
What interview was that?
76grandprix
Badd chick!
Sean Jenkins
Is this a cover???