Nelson began his entertainment career in 1949, playing himself in the radio sitcom series, The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet. In 1952, he appeared in his first feature film, Here Come the Nelsons. In 1957, he recorded his first single ("I'm Walkin' b/w "A Teenager's Romance", Verve 10047X4S), debuted as a singer on the television version of the sitcom, and released the No. 1 album titled Ricky. In 1958, Nelson released his first #1 single, "Poor Little Fool", and in 1959 received a Golden Globe nomination for "Most Promising Male Newcomer" after starring in Rio Bravo. A few films followed, and when the television series was cancelled in 1966, Nelson made occasional appearances as a guest star on various television programs. In his twenties, he moved away from the pop music of his youth, and began to perform in a more country rock style. After recording several albums with mostly session musicians, most of which flopped, he formed the Stone Canyon Band in 1969 and experienced a career resurgence, buoyed by the live album In Concert at the Troubadour, 1969 and had a surprise hit with 1972's "Garden Party", which peaked at number six on the Billboard Hot 100. His comeback was short-lived, however, as his record label was bought out and folded, and his followup albums were not well promoted by his new label. He continued to perform live and take small television roles through the 1970s, though his label dropped him by the end of the decade. He released two more albums, with unimpressive results, before his death in a plane crash on New Year's Eve, 1985.
Nelson was married once, to Sharon Kristin Harmon, from 1963 until their divorce in 1982. They had four children: actress Tracy Nelson, twin sons and musicians Gunnar and Matthew, and actor Sam.
Nelson was born on May 8, 1940, in Teaneck, New Jersey. He was the second son of entertainment couple Harriet Hilliard Nelson (born Peggy Lou Snyder; July 18, 1909 – October 2, 1994) and Ozzie Nelson (March 20, 1906 – June 3, 1975). His father Ozzie was of half Swedish descent. The Nelsons' older son was actor David Nelson (October 24, 1936 – January 11, 2011).
On May 8, 1961 (his 21st birthday), he officially modified his recording name from "Ricky Nelson" to "Rick Nelson". His childhood nickname proved hard to shake, especially among the generation who had watched him grow up on "Ozzie and Harriet". Even in the 1980s, when Nelson realized his dream of meeting Carl Perkins, Perkins noted that he and "Ricky" were the last of the "rockabilly breed".
In 1963, Nelson signed a 20-year contract with Decca Records. After some early successes with the label, most notably 1964's "For You" (#6), Nelson's chart career came to a dramatic halt in the wake of Beatlemania, The British Invasion, and later the Counterculture era. However, instead of dropping him, Decca kept him on board.
In the mid-1960s, Nelson began to move towards country music, becoming a pioneer in the country-rock genre. He was one of the early influences of the so-called "California Sound" (which would include singers like Jackson Browne and Linda Ronstadt and bands such as Eagles). Yet Nelson himself did not reach the Top 40 again until 1970, when he recorded Bob Dylan's "She Belongs to Me" with the Stone Canyon Band, featuring Randy Meisner, who in 1971 became a founding member of the Eagles, and former Buckaroo steel guitarist Tom Brumley.
Nelson died in a plane crash on New Year's Eve 1985, flying from Guntersville, Alabama, to Dallas, Texas, for a concert. The plane he was on, a Douglas DC-3, had a history of mechanical problems. All seven passengers, including Blair, died. Only the two pilots survived.
Nelson's funeral took place at the Church of the Hills, Forest Lawn Hollywood Hills Cemetery, on January 6, 1986, and he was privately buried in the Forest Lawn, Hollywood Hills Cemetery, in Los Angeles. His estate was bequeathed to his children.
Everlovin´
Ricky Nelson Lyrics
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Everlovin' hoo everlovin')
Everlovin' you're my one desire
Everlovin' you set my soul on fire
Everlovin' I'll be everlovin' you (wo-wo-wo)
Everlovin' I will treat you tender
Everlovin' if you'll just surrender
You're my darling you're the one I'm dreaming of
Mmmm I've gotta make you mine
Your the only one I ever love-ove-ove-oved
Everlovin' say you'll leave me never
Everlovin' I'll be yours forever
Everlovin' I'll be everlovin' you (wo-wo-wo)
[instrumental interlude]
You're my darling you're the one I'm dreaming of
I've gotta make you mine
You're the only one I ever love-ove-ove-oved
Everlovin' say you'll leave me never
Everlovin' I'll be yours forever
Everlovin' I'll be everlovin' you (wo-yay-yeah)
Everlovin' I'll be everlovin' you (wo-yay-yeah)
[fade:]
Everlovin' I'll be everlovin' you (wo-yay-yeah)
Everlovin' I'll be everlovin' you (wo-yay-yeah)
The song "Everlovin'" by Ricky Nelson is a classic love song expressing deep affection and devotion towards a significant other. The song has a simple but catchy tune with repetitive lyrics that emphasize the importance of the singer's love towards their partner. The opening lines "Everlovin' hoo everlovin'" immediately grab the listener's attention and set the tone for the rest of the song.
Throughout the song, the singer expresses their desire to be with their partner forever and promises to love them faithfully. The lyrics "Everlovin' say you'll leave me never" and "Everlovin' I'll be yours forever" highlight the unwavering nature of the love between the two individuals. The instrumental interlude is a fitting break in the song to allow the listener to fully immerse themselves in the emotions being conveyed.
In summary, "Everlovin'" is a simple but heartfelt song that speaks to the depth of true love and the desire for it to last forever.
Line by Line Meaning
Everlovin' hoo everlovin'
This phrase is an expression of the singer's desire for constant and perpetual love.
Everlovin' you're my one desire
The singer states that the person they are singing to is their one and only desire.
Everlovin' you set my soul on fire
The passion and love that the singer feels towards the person is so intense it ignites their soul, meaning their love is strong and powerful.
Everlovin' I'll be everlovin' you (wo-wo-wo)
The singer promises to love the person they are singing to forever and always, no matter what happens.
Everlovin' I will treat you tender
The singer vows to always treat the object of their affection with tenderness and care, showing their love through actions as well as words.
Everlovin' if you'll just surrender
The singer entreats their beloved to surrender their heart to them, implying that their love is worth accepting and that they will treasure it forever.
You're my darling you're the one I'm dreaming of
The singer declares that this person is their significant other, the one they have been dreaming of and wanting to be with.
Mmmm I've gotta make you mine
The singer expresses their desire to make their beloved theirs, indicating that they will work to make this happen in any way possible.
Your the only one I ever love-ove-ove-oved
The singer proclaims that their love for this person is exclusive and unlike any love they have ever felt before.
Everlovin' say you'll leave me never
The singer implores their beloved to vow never to leave them, indicating that their love is strong and they want it to last forever.
Everlovin' I'll be yours forever
The singer promises to belong to their beloved forever, vowing to be with them through thick and thin no matter what happens.
Everlovin' I'll be everlovin' you (wo-wo-wo)
This line is a reiteration of the singer's vow to love this person forever and to never let go of their affection.
[instrumental interlude]
This is a musical interlude with no lyrics, allowing the listener to appreciate the melody and accompanying instrumentation of the song.
Everlovin' say you'll leave me never
This phrase is repeated here to reinforce the singer's desire for their beloved to stay with them and never leave.
Everlovin' I'll be yours forever
The singer repeats their vow of eternal and unwavering love, promising to be with their beloved always.
Everlovin' I'll be everlovin' you (wo-yay-yeah)
The last line of the song is similar to previous repetitions, indicating the singer's unending devotion to their loved one.
Everlovin' I'll be everlovin' you (wo-yay-yeah)
This final repetition is a reiteration of the singer's promise to always love their beloved, ending the song on a note of devotion and steadfastness.
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