Although Rik initially won public admiration on Pop Idol, this quickly evaporated[citation needed]. He has since taken part in Celebrity Fit Club and Back To Reality.
After his contract with EMI finished, Rik formed his own band to take his music out on the road. Rik then signed an album deal with Red Admiral Records.
In October 2004 it was reported in the media that the Devon concert of Rik and his band's UK tour was cancelled because only two tickets were sold.
Rik's obesity has made him a prime target for critics, including the likes of Simon Cowell, and Jade Goody, who repeatedly dissed Rik on Back to Reality. His weight has also led to him being the butt of a lot of "fat" jokes.
His second album Innocence was released in September 2005. The band was re-named Rik Waller's Mighty Soul Band, but has been renamed yet again; the band is now known as Rik Waller's Unfinished Business (as reported on Rik's official website).
On February 28, Waller appeared on Never Mind the Buzzcocks not as a guest but as part of the identity parade for forgotten artists.
I WILL ALWAVS LOVE YOU
Rik Waller Lyrics
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Well, I would only be in your way
And so I'll go, but yet I know
That I'll think of you each step of my way
And I will always love you
I will always love you
Bitter-sweet memories
Good-bye, oh, please don't cry
Cause we both know that I'm not
What you need
I will always love you
I will always love you
And I hope life, will treat you kind
And I hope that you have all
That you ever dreamed of
Oh, I do wish you joy
And I wish you happiness
But above all this
I wish you love
I love you, I will always love
I, I will always, always love you
I will always love you
I will always love you
I will always love you
The lyrics to Rik Waller's "I Will Always Love You" are a heartfelt goodbye from a lover who has come to the realization that they need to leave the relationship. The opening lines, "If I should stay, well, I would only be in your way," sets the tone for the rest of the song. The singer understands that they are not what their lover needs and that leaving is the best option. However, even in leaving, the singer acknowledges that they will carry memories of their lover with them and will always love them.
The song's chorus, "I will always love you," is repeated throughout the song, emphasizing the depth and sincerity of the singer's love. This love is not conditional on being together or being a part of each other's lives. The singer wishes only for their lover's happiness and success in life, even after they have gone their separate ways.
The bittersweet nature of the song is underscored in the line, "Bitter-sweet memories, that's all I have, and all I'm taking with me." This line captures the painful reality of leaving someone you once loved deeply, and how memories of that person can linger long after the relationship is over.
Overall, "I Will Always Love You" is a poignant and emotional farewell from a lover who truly cares for their partner's well-being even after their relationship has ended.
Line by Line Meaning
If I should stay
In case I decide to stay around you
Well, I would only be in your way
It's better if I leave you alone because I might hold you back
And so I'll go, but yet I know
Even though I'll leave, I'm still aware of your presence
That I'll think of you each step of my way
You'll always be in my thoughts as I move on
And I will always love you
I will continue to love you unconditionally
I will always love you
Reiterating the fact that my love for you is eternal
Bitter-sweet memories
Recalling memories that bring mixed emotions
That's all I have, and all I'm taking with me
I'm leaving everything behind except for my memories
Good-bye, oh, please don't cry
Saying farewell, hoping you don't cry
Cause we both know that I'm not
We're both aware that I'm not what you truly need
What you need
You need something different from what I can offer
And I hope life, will treat you kind
My wish is that life treats you well
And I hope that you have all
I hope you get everything
That you ever dreamed of
Everything that you've ever wished for
Oh, I do wish you joy
I pray that you find happiness
And I wish you happiness
My heart desires that you're always happy
But above all this
Regardless of everything I just said
I wish you love
My ultimate desire is that you find true love
I love you, I will always love
Declaring that I love you and will continue to love you
I, I will always, always love you
Restating that I will love you always, forever
I will always love you
Reaffirming my promise to love you forever
I will always love you
Enduring love that will never fade away
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DOLLY PARTON
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[Verse 1]
If I should stay
I would only be in your way
So I'll go but I know
I'll think of you every step of the way
[Chorus]
And I will always love you
I will always love you
You
My darling, you
[Verse 2]
Bittersweet memories
That is all I'm taking with me
So good-bye
Please don't cry
We both know I'm not what you, you need
[Chorus]
And I will always love you
I will always love you
You
[Saxophone Solo]
[Verse 3]
I hope life treats you kind
And I hope you have all you've dreamed of
And I'm wishing you joy and happiness
But above all this, I wish you love
[Chorus]
And I will always love you
I will always love you
I will always love you
I will always love you
I will always love you
I, I will always love you
[Outro]
You
Darling, I love you
I'll always
I'll always love you
LaChele
Now that she's gone, physically, I have a difficult time listening to this gem. When I first heard it as a little girl, I was so fascinated by certain things she did, vocally. Just rewinding it over and over again making sure that I get every single part. Singing the way she did, specifically, in her prime is extremely rare. She was technical, but effortless. Producers used to make her do the same part over and over again because they didn't want her to leave the session. That's how excellent she was. She was a rare and unique talent. Love her and miss her dearly.
Jerry Matt
We are really going to miss her, the song always hit me whenever it’s been played
Elizabeth Attard
Spot on!
Zaire Alexander
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Matt Hartley Jr
this song is still beautiful almost 30 years after it was first released 😇🙌🎉💚
Alexandra Dixon
This song was first released in 1974 when Dolly Parton wrote and performed it. It was about her professional breakup with Porter Wagoner who had first hired her to be on his show - when she decided to leave she knew he would be upset so she wrote this and sang it to him.
Joey
It was not written by her
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Javier Ruiz
Quality and sensitivity have no time.