Marx was born to Dick and Ruth Marx. Marx grew up in a mixed faith household where father was Jewish and his mother was a Christian. His father was a jingle writer for commercials for popular products such as 'Chicken of the Sea', which is where Marx got his start writing at the tender age of five. His father also was talented jazz musician, well-known in the Chicago area.
At the age of 17, Marx created a demo to showcase his talents, which landed in the hands of soul artist Lionel Richie. Richie invited Marx to Hollywood saying, "I can't promise you anything, but you should come to L.A." Marx would eventually appear as a background singer in Richie's songs "You Are" and "Running With The Night" as well as on Richie's follow-up album, which included the smash hit "All Night Long".
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Marx's first album, a self-titled work, went multi-platinum, selling nearly 4 million copies. He also earned his first #1 single, "Hold on to the nights", which he told Songfacts.com was inspired by a friend who had the dilemma of having met the love of his life when both the friend and the girl in question were already in relationships. He also had several other top five hits including "Donโt Mean Nothing" (#3), "Should've Known Better" (#3) and "Endless Summer Nights" (#2). He later revealed in an interview on 'VH-1 Classic' that his favorite song that he performed from his first album was "Have Mercy."
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Repeat Offender eventually moved into the #1 spot and gave Marx two more #1 hit singles.
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Rush Street's "Hazard" (#1), which depicted a man's rejection in a fictional version of Hazard, Nebraska. He released Paid Vacation in 1994, Flesh & Bone in 1997, Days in Avalon in 2000 and My Own Best Enemy in 2004.
Richard Marx also sang with Donna Lewis, best known for her hit "I Love You Always Forever", on the track "At the Beginning" of the Anastasia soundtrack. He has sung background vocals for Madonna in her True Blue album.
He has served as a writer/producer for an extensive list of other recording artists, including Barry Manilow, Barbra Streisand, Keith Urban, 98 Degrees, Kenny Loggins, Emerson Drive, Luther Vandross, Michael Bolton, *NSYNC, Olivia Newton-John, Sarah Brightman, SheDaisy, John Farnham and Vince Gill.
Marx has been married to Cynthia Rhodes, who starred in the 1987 blockbuster Dirty Dancing and is a former lead singer for 80s pop band Animotion, since 1989. The couple has three sons: Brandon, Lucas, and Jesse. Brandon is the eldest followed by Lucas then Jesse.
One of Marx's most recent works is a song titled "Remember When", composed to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Disneyland. Performed by LeAnn Rimes, the song may be heard on the park's official 50th Anniversary album, as well as selected times in the park.
One More Time
Richard Marx Lyrics
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Nowhere I should be
No one in my life
To answer to, but me
No more candlelights
No more purple skies
No one to be near
As my heart slowly dies
If I could hold you one more time
Like in the days when you were mine
I'd look at you
Till I was blind
So you would stay
I'd say a prayer each time you sign
Cradle the moments like a child
I'd stop the world if only i
Could hold you one more time
Mmmmmm
I've memorized your face
I know your touch by heart
Still lost in your embrace
I dream of where you are
If I could hold you one more time
Like in the days when you were mine
I'd look at you
Till I was blind
So you would stay
I'd say a prayer each time you sign
Cradle the moments like a child
I'd stop the world if only i
Could hold you one more time
Mmmmmm
The lyrics to Richard Marx's song "One More Time" are a poignant exploration of loss, longing, and regret. The opening lines speak to a sense of freedom and independence, with the singer suggesting that they have no obligations to anyone else in their life. However, this newfound freedom is bittersweet, as it is accompanied by a deep sense of loneliness and heartache.
The second verse delves into the singer's memories of a lost love, with vivid descriptions of their face, touch, and embrace. The chorus serves as a plea to be able to hold this person one more time, to savor and cherish each moment with them, and to stop time if only for a little while. The lyrics are evocative and emotional, capturing the pain of love lost and the yearning for connection and intimacy.
Line by Line Meaning
Nothing I must do
There are no specific responsibilities that I need to attend to at the moment.
Nowhere I should be
There are no pressing obligations that require my presence at a certain location.
No one in my life
There is no one who has a significant influence on my decisions or actions.
To answer to, but me
I am solely responsible for the choices I make and the things I do, without any pressure or expectations from anyone else.
No more candlelights
The romantic and intimate moments are now absent from my life.
No more purple skies
The time when things seemed magical and surreal has passed away, leaving behind the ordinary days.
No one to be near
There is no one close by to provide companionship or comfort.
As my heart slowly dies
Without love and affection in my life, my heart feels empty and heavy, making me feel numb and disconnected from the world.
If I could hold you one more time
I long for physical proximity and emotional intimacy, which I wish I could experience again with someone who was once dear to me.
Like in the days when you were mine
I remember a time when we were in love and shared an inseparable bond that I miss dearly.
I'd look at you
I want to gaze upon your face and absorb every detail, as if it were the last time I would ever see you.
Till I was blind
I would continue to stare until my vision blurred, unable to turn away from your beauty.
So you would stay
My intense want for you is so that you would remain in my life.
I'd say a prayer each time you sign
I am grateful for every moment spent with you and would use this opportunity to express my gratitude to a higher power.
Cradle the moments like a child
I want to cherish every moment with you, holding on tight and never letting it go like a child and a stuffed animal.
I'd stop the world if only i
If by some chance something could come between us, I would go to the ends of the earth to stop time and never let you go.
Could hold you one more time
I desire nothing more than to be physically close to you, holding you in my arms in one more romantic embrace.
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Written by: RICHARD MARX
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Nothing I must do
Nowhere I should be
No one in my life
To answer to, but me
No more candlelights
No more purple skies
No one to be near
As my heart slowly dies
Chorus:
If I could hold you One More Time
Like in the days when you were mine
I'd look at you
'Til I was blind
So you would stay
I'd say a pray each time you smile
Cradle the moments like a child
I'd stop the world if only I
Could hold you one more time
I've memorised your face
I know your touch by heart
Still lost in your embrace
I dream of where you are
Chorus
If I could hold you One More Time
Like in the days when you were mine
I'd look at you
'Til I was blind
So you would stay
I'd say a pray each time you smile
Cradle the moments like a child
I'd stop the world if only I
Could hold you one more time
ANNA-MARIA B.
Nothing I must do
Nowhere I should be
No one in my life to answer to but me
No more candlelight
No more purple skies
No one to be near, as my heart slowly dies
If I could hold you one more time
Like in the days when you were mine
I'd look at you till I was blind
So you would stay
I'd say a prayer each time you smiled
Cradle the moments like a child
I'd stop the world if only I could hold you
one more time
I've memorized your face
I know your touch by heart
Still lost in your embrace
I dream of where you are
If I could hold you one more time
Like in the days when you were mine
I'd look at you till I was blind
So you would stay
I'd say a prayer each time you smiled
Cradle the moments like a child
I'd stop the world if only I could
hold you one more time
One more time
Jesรบs Porlan Moreno
One of the saddest songs I ever heard. Richard Marx is an amazing singer and songwriter. For me this version is better than the Laura Pausini's version. The video you made is very good, deep feelings. Thanks for posting. Jesus Porlan.
Kate1996
Oh is far better than Laura's
sparkyg Greatmusic
I die each time I hear this song. Itโs a masterpiece. And in my mind listening a visual masterpiece. The loveliest piece of music.
ANNA-MARIA B.
One of my favorites ! Richard Marx one more time ...
Seng Sam
ANNA-MARIA B. It's my favorite
Raul Pereyra
Hermosa cancion de richard me pega en el corazon!!๐
donghyoun kim
What a amazing &wonderful song.
How much I love this song I can't explain.
marthalucia montoya
MUSICA DE ANGELES ,,que sensibilidad tan profunda la que se siente al escuchar este gran tema ,que sentimiento tan grande nos despierta parece que doliera el alma ,esto es hermoso ,FELICITACIONES A ESTE GRAN HOMBRE ,,TOCA LAS FIBRAS DEL ALMA DE CUALQUIER SER HUMANO ,,LO AMO ,,saludos desde medellin COLOMBIA ,,
sparkyg Greatmusic
I die each time I drown in my tears listening to this masterpiece. Itโs like a painting , a visual masterpieceโฆ.
Miriam Muรฑoz Veloso
Nice and sweet song, great voice,love it !!!!!!