DeVaughn's musical story began with his mother's vinyl collection. "I always loved music so I would sneak into her record collection when she wasn't around and play her stuff." DeVaughn's father, noted jazz musician Abdul Wadud was also an influence. DeVaughn knew at an early age that he would become an entertainer.
DeVaughn graduated from High Point High School in Beltsville, Maryland; then headed to nearby Coppin State. It was the first day of college that changed the course of his life. "I saw a group of guys standing outside singing, Boyz II Men style," remembers DeVaughn. "I just went up there and started harmonizing with them. Before I knew what was going on, I was in a group, cutting class to write lyrics and record." After winning $2,000.00 in a talent show at Bar None, a Washington D.C. nightclub, DeVaughn decided to go for broke and invested all of his winnings into a CD burner. Several independent releases led to a showcase with Jive Records, and the career was on it's way.
Garden Of Love
Raheem DeVaughn Lyrics
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Then gently her hands caressed my temples.
How ′bout another shot of wine and the scent of slow burning candles for the ambiance... to set the mood.
She said: The woman... the lady that I am in the street... well I left her right outside... right outside your door but if it's cool... I can stay the night.
Chorus:
And I′ll be your heaven... your heavenly garden of loveooveoooveooooove
The angelic nastiness she possessed
Made me lose my cool
Had me so so so subdued.
Love so good... eh
You can hear a pin drop
You can hear the springs pop
You can the headboard knocking'
Like who's is it?
Knocking′
Who′s is it?
Knocking... its knock 'it in repeatedly as she said to me...
Chorus:
And I′ll be your heaven... your heavenly garden of loveooveoooveooooove
Looooveoooooveoooove loooove
(As we lay)So there we lay
(We lay as we lay)
Watching the moon become the sun.
(And as the moon become the sun)
Engage for the position of affection
And just like magic our pheromones are enraged once again she tellin'me all this nastiness in the morning...
Chorus:
And I′ll be your heaven... your heavenly garden of loveooveoooveooooove
(Ad lib)
Looooveoooooveoooove loooove
See on the rainy nights she promised me that...
Chorus:
And I'll be your heaven...
Your heavenly garden of loveooveoooveooooove (Ad lib)
Looooveoooooveoooove loooove
As we listen to the rain... pitter patter on the window pane...
I lay and I pay in the garden... ahhhhh... eh
The lyrics of Raheem DeVaughn's song "Garden Of Love" depict a passionate and intimate encounter between two individuals. The song opens with the singer expressing their desire to relax and unwind, with the woman offering comfort through her touch and the ambiance created by candles and wine. She reveals that she has left her public persona at the door and asks if she can stay for the night.
The chorus emphasizes the woman's role as a heavenly figure in the singer's life, symbolizing love and affection. The following verse describes her intoxicating and seductive nature, which leaves the singer in a state of surrender and vulnerability. The intense lovemaking is portrayed through the sounds of their physical connection, accentuated by the repetition of the question "Who's is it?" The singer is captivated and enamored by her alluring presence.
The second chorus reiterates the woman's significance as a source of heavenly love. The final verse suggests that their intimate connection extends beyond physical pleasure, as they watch the moon transition into the sun, symbolizing a lasting bond. The intense chemistry between them is reignited with mere words and the power of their pheromones. The song concludes with a mention of rainy nights, hinting at a promise of sustained passion and love.
Overall, "Garden Of Love" explores the themes of intimacy, vulnerability, and transcendence through a passionate love affair.
Writer(s): Raheem De Vaughn, James L. Jr. Preston, Carl Kenneth Gonzalez
Contributed by Aiden H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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She said: Lay down and take the load off
Then gently her hands caressed my temples.
How 'bout another shot of wine and the scent of slow burning candles for the ambiance... to set the mood.
She said: The woman... the lady that I am in the street... well I left her right outside... right outside your door but if it's cool... I can stay the night.
[Chorus:]
And I'll be your heaven... your heavenly garden of loveooveoooveooooove
Looooveoooooveoooove loooove
The angelic nastiness she possessed
Made me lose my cool
Had me so so so subdued.
Love so good... eh
You can hear a pin drop
You can hear the springs pop
You can the headboard knocking
Like who's is it?
Knocking
Who's is it?
Knocking... it's knock 'it in repeatedly as she said to me...
[Chorus:]
And I'll be your heaven... your heavenly garden of loveooveoooveooooove
Looooveoooooveoooove loooove
(As we lay) So there we lay
(We lay as we lay)
Watching the moon become the sun.
(And as the moon become the sun)
Engage for the position of affection
And just like magic our pheromones are enraged once again she tellin'me all this nastiness in the morning...
[Chorus:]
And I'll be your heaven... your heavenly garden of loveooveoooveooooove
[Ad lib]
Looooveoooooveoooove loooove
See on the rainy nights she promised me that...
[Chorus:]
And I'll be your heaven...
Your heavenly garden of loveooveoooveooooove [ad lib]
Looooveoooooveoooove loooove
As we listen to the rain... pitter patter on the window pane...
I lay and I play in the garden... ahhhhh... eh
Erica Young
This song is so beautifully layered. It’s the words, the music, the harmonies, and the vibe of the entire masterpiece that makes it all melt together. It’s perfect
GreaterIsHe !
Yes an infusion!
habits of men
Do yourself a favor, listen to this while reading the words. You will hear melodies that you probably didn't peep before. This song is an exceptional melodic masterpiece.
Kingdom4Real
I can lay down and listen to his music for hours without the average complaining with other crappy music by saying "i'm not feeling this anymore". This brotha has revived the meaning of true soul of music, a legend in my eyes!!
Mirrr
This song is just everything man
Cherry Jackson
+Amir Inkboi , YOU LATE SWEETIE, BUT LET ME INBOX YOU WITH SOME MORE TO LISTEN TOO.
Carla Luv Me Or Not I Am Me
Amir Neptune agree
Patina Edochié
Agreeddd 😫💦🌊💯👑
A Lady Always
I hate being single because of this song. My next relationship I'm going to reenact this. This was a masterpiece Raheem Devaughn a sexy masterpiece. Can't Stop listening to it over and over and over again
mrzak81
This dude is cold. Dude got sum of the best lyrics in the game. Ppl plz stop sleepn on this dude.