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.
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Rita Coolidge Lyrics
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While I still believe the meaning of the word
I'll keep my dreams and just pretend
That you and I are never gonna end
Too many times I've seen
The rose die on the vine
Somebody's heart gets broken
Usually it's mine
Of being hurt again
And you and I can't say good-bye
So if you wake and find me gone
Oh baby carry you see I need my
Fantasy I still believe it's best
To leave while I'm in love
Too many times I've seen
The rose die on the vine
Somebody's heart gets broken usually
It's mine I don't want to take
The chance of being hurt again
And you and I can't say good-bye
So if you wake and find me gone
Oh baby carry on you see I need my
Fantasy I still believe it's best to
Leave while I'm in love I still believe
It's best to leave while I'm in love
In Rita Coolidge's song "One Heartbeat," she sings about the beauty and simplicity of falling in love. She describes two hearts that are meant for each other, even though love is often described as blind. She urges her partner to slow down and take their time, because true love is meant to last. Rita sings about taking each moment one heartbeat at a time, and allowing their souls to unwind and connect. She describes how this simple approach to love will eventually result in falling in love completely.
The song uses the metaphor of painting a picture as they walk down the street. The leaves are falling, just as they are beginning to fall for each other. They are hand in hand, and Rita describes this as feeling complete. She urges her partner to take it easy, allowing her to feel his emotions and making love in slow motion. The beauty of Rita's message is that falling in love does not need to be dramatic and fast-paced. It can happen one heartbeat at a time, and this is often the most genuine and long-lasting love.
Line by Line Meaning
Two hearts, two of a kind
The singer and her lover are a perfect match and share a deep connection.
Love at first sight, why do they say love is blind
The wonder and excitement of falling in love is not diminished by the illogical nature of the phrase "love is blind."
Slow down, we don't have to move fast
Romantic relationships should not be rushed, and it is important to take time to savor each step.
Cause the love that is real is made to last
True love is durable and can withstand the test of time.
Take it one heartbeat at a time
The singer advocates for patience in romance and advises taking the relationship one moment at a time.
Close your eyes and let your soul unwind
Relaxation is important and can help people better connect and enjoy each other's company.
Sooner or later it'll all fall in love
Eventually, the couple's romantic connection will grow stronger and more profound.
We paint a picture walkin' down the street
The singer and her lover share a beautiful experience, creating a lasting memory.
Leaves are fallin', baby, so are we
In the autumn of their lives, the couple experiences falling in love and falling leaves together.
Hand in hand, that's the way it should be
Walking hand in hand represents the unity and connectedness that defines a strong romantic relationship.
How could somethin' so easy make me feel so complete
The singer is surprised by the simplicity of the relationship and the completeness it brings her.
Take it easy, ooh
The singer wants her lover to relax and feel comfortable in the relationship.
I want o feel your every emotion
The singer desires a deep emotional connection with her partner.
Shh... Don't talk
The built-up emotions and sensations of the moment should be felt rather than verbalized.
And we'll makin' love in slow motion
The singer describes the pleasure and refinement of making love unhurried, slowly enjoying every moment.
One heartbeat (Yeah)
The heartbeats are a metaphor for taking the relationship at an unhurried and deliberate pace.
Sooner or later it'll all fall in love
Because of the singer and her lover's patience and commitment, a deep and lasting love will ultimately develop.
If we take it one heartbeat
The singer concludes that by savoring each moment and taking the relationship at a reasonable and natural pace, the couple will eventually fall in love.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: CAROLE BAYER SAGER
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@user-gj7hp5bq8x
A esas almas, que sienten el sufrimiento de haber quedado solas, y creen que munca superaran el dolor , les digo solamente Dios es nuestro consuelo infinito , y que bendiga a cada ser que este leendo este mensaje.
@jackmeyhoffer5107
Back when we had our youth and our parents, aunts, uncles, and grandparents were all with us and healthy. Those were the days, weren’t they?
@Person-mh6xq
They were, indeed. So very nostalgic. If I could go back in time just for a short time…
@cherylthompson2731
Indeed
@BostonSteve922
Indeed they were 😊
@marybeth4121
So true. I really have no one except a son left and he lives 3000 miles away. Rita is such a great singer❤️
@AldoSchmedack
So true, loosing a bunch at once here to old age and dementia. I am lost now. 😢
@AlissandraBarbozadossantosBarb
Ouvindo em 2024 ...Esse clássico da Rita ! Música Linda..Linda..Linda 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼❤️
@rb9282
Rita Coolidge had one of the most beautiful voices. She was one of the greats. They don't make them like her anymore!
@tonymoruzzi
Also a beautiful woman. Of all the music and songs of my youth this is the one that takes my back.