Coolidge's early career was as a backing vocalist, for artists such as Joe Cocker, Eric Clapton, and Leon Russell. Her performance of "Superstar" on the Cocker/Russell Mad Dogs and Englishmen album helped gain her attention. She became known as "The Delta Lady" and inspired Leon Russell to write a song of the same name for her. It was during this time that she met Kris Kristofferson; the two married in 1973. With him, she recorded several duet albums which sold well, and earned them a Grammy Award for Best Country Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal in 1974 for From the Bottle to the Bottom, and in 1976 for Lover Please.
In 1997, Coolidge was one of the founding members of Walela, a Native American music trio, that also includes Coolidge's sister Priscilla and Priscilla's daughter Laura Satterfield. The trio released albums in 1997 and 2000. Walela means hummingbird in Cherokee.
All Tim High
Rita Coolidge Lyrics
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Had no intention to do the things we've done
Funny how it always goes with love, when you don't look, you find
But then we're two of a kind, we move as one
We're an all time high
We'll change all that's gone before
Doing so much more than falling in love
We'll take on the world and win
So hold on tight, let the flight begin
I don't want to waste a waking moment; I don't want to sleep
I'm in so strong and so deep, and so are you
In my time I've said these words before, but now I realize
My heart was telling me lies, for you they're true
We're an all time high
We'll change all that's gone before
Doing so much more than falling in love
On an all time high
We'll take on the world and win
So hold on tight, let the flight begin
So hold on tight, let the flight begin
We're an all time high
The lyrics to Rita Coolidge's song Octopussy seem to describe a spontaneous love affair that caught both parties by surprise. The singer admits to wanting only a temporary distraction but ends up falling deeply and completely in love with their partner. Despite having said these same words before to others in the past, the singer now realizes that their heart was merely lying to them, and it's only with this new partner that they truly mean what they say. This realization is compared to feeling like they're "an all-time high," a phrase that is repeated throughout the song.
The phrase "all-time high" implies a sense of euphoria or intoxication, which is fitting given the intense emotions that the singer is experiencing. This sense of elation is also echoed in the music itself, which builds to a crescendo before exploding into a triumphant chorus. The singer talks about taking on the world and winning, suggesting that they feel invincible with their new love by their side.
Overall, the lyrics to Octopussy draw on common tropes of love in popular music, but are delivered with such sincerity and passion that they feel fresh and new. The song captures the feeling of falling head over heels in love and experiencing a rush of emotions that might have previously seemed impossible.
Line by Line Meaning
All I wanted was a sweet distraction for an hour or two
I was just looking for something to keep me entertained for a little while
Had no intention to do the things we've done
I didn't plan on getting into this situation
Funny how it always goes with love, when you don't look, you find
Love seems to find us when we least expect it
But then we're two of a kind, we move as one
We're very similar and are in sync with each other
We're an all time high
We're feeling incredible and unstoppable right now
We'll change all that's gone before
We'll make a difference and impact the things that have happened in the past
Doing so much more than falling in love
Our relationship is more than just romantic love
On an all time high
We're still at the peak of our happiness and positivity
We'll take on the world and win
We're confident that we can conquer any obstacle and come out on top
So hold on tight, let the flight begin
We're embarking on a journey together, so strap in and enjoy the ride
I don't want to waste a waking moment; I don't want to sleep
I don't want to miss out on any time that we could spend together
I'm in so strong and so deep, and so are you
Our feelings for each other are intense and real
In my time I've said these words before, but now I realize
I've been in love before, but this time it feels different
My heart was telling me lies, for you they're true
My heart has misled me in the past, but with you, my feelings are genuine
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JOHN BARRY, TIM RICE
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@anthonylewis2080
I've come to a conclusion : if/when asked what my favourite 007 movie - with the late Sir Roger Moore - it's got to be the one here.
As for the theme song........2019 and beyond!.
@mikey_suzefour
I'd have to say A View To A Kill because it features my hometown San Francisco and Duran Duran...Enough said @Anthony Lewis.
@jonathanbethards3689
I know people have differing opinions, but I really don’t see how THIS would be your fave Moore as Bond movie. Was it your first as a kid, or one you saw a lot when you were younger? I know nostalgia can twist our memories. I think Moonraker, The Spy Who Loved Me, and even Live and Let Die are miles better than Octopussy. To each their own I guess.
@mikey_suzefour
That's your opinion...So be it @David Topchiev
@808Hakaida
"For Your Eyes Only"!
@phila3884
Hope it's better than Skyfall!
@cheesecakepie1
one of my all time favorite James Bond opening theme songs. Rita is a special talent. RIP Roger. we miss you very much but we will never forget you.
@Myworthi
Well said!
@celticraig.76
Most underrated bond theme song! This has it all.. Suave,classical,love,emotional,sentimental tunes..
@ToyotaGuy1971
@craighughes7153 Oh really? lol That's a bit pretentious.