He became widely known for his version of "Wind Beneath My Wings" (1982), as well as his own compositions "Durham Town (The Leavin')" (1969) and "I Don't Believe in If Anymore" (1970), his 1970 hit "New World in the Morning" and his 1975 hit "The Last Farewell" (his only single to hit the US Billboard Hot 100, making it to the Top 20).
Whittakers first chart success came in 1969 when "Durham Town (The Leavin')" was his first UK Top 20 hit. In 1970 came two follow-up hits, "I Don't Believe In If Anymore" (Top 10) and "New World In The Morning" (Top 20), and 1971 brought two smaller hit singles "Why" and "Mamy Blue".
Whittaker was absent from the UK singles chart until 1975, when "The Last Farewell" went Top 3, after which it was another eleven years until "Skye Boat Song" returned him to the Top 10 of the singles chart.
Throughout the 1970s and 1980s, Whittaker had success in Germany, with German language songs produced by Nick Munro (unable to speak German at that time, Whittaker sang the songs phonetically). In time he became more fluent in German and sang and was interviewed in German on Danish television in November 2008. Whittaker retired from touring in 2013.
Evergreen
Roger Whittaker Lyrics
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Love, fresh as the morning air
One love that is shared by two
I have found with you
Like a rose under the April snow
I was always certain love would grow
Love, ageless and evergreen
Seldom seen by two
Make each night the first
Everyday a beginning
Spirits rise and their dance is unrehearsed
They warm and excite us
Cause we have the brightest love
Two lights that shine as one Morning glory and midnight sun
Time, we've learned to sail above
Time, won't change the meaning of one love
Ageless and ever evergreen
The song "Evergreen" by Roger Whittaker speaks about the timeless and enduring love shared by two people. The lyrics describe love as soft and fresh, and how it can grow even under adverse conditions of April snow. The love shared by the two people is placed on a pedestal and as cherished as a rose that flourishes in harsh conditions. The two people share a unique love that is everlasting and not often seen in the world. The lyrics speak about how the two people would make each night special and create new beginnings every day to keep the flame of their love alive. The lyrics are a testament to the fact that age will not wither their love, but rather it is as ageless and evergreen as nature itself.
Line by Line Meaning
Love, soft as an easy chair
Love is soothing and comfortable like an easy chair.
Love, fresh as the morning air
Love is pure and invigorating like the fresh morning air.
One love that is shared by two
There is a single love that binds two people together.
I have found with you
The artist has found this love with their partner.
Like a rose under the April snow
Love can grow and blossom even in difficult conditions.
I was always certain love would grow
The singer has always been confident that their love would flourish.
Love, ageless and evergreen
Love is eternal and always in season.
Seldom seen by two
It is rare for two people to experience this kind of love.
You and I will
The artist and their partner will strive to maintain their love.
Make each night the first
They will approach each new night as if it were the beginning of their romance.
Everyday a beginning
They view each day as a new opportunity to share their love.
Spirits rise and their dance is unrehearsed
Their love fills them with joy and they move together with an effortless grace.
They warm and excite us
Their love brings passion and affection into their lives.
Cause we have the brightest love
Their love shines brighter than anything else in their lives.
Two lights that shine as one
They are united in their love, like two sources of light that merge into one.
Morning glory and midnight sun
Their love is like the beauty of a morning glory and the warmth of a midnight sun.
Time, we've learned to sail above
They have overcome the challenges of time and learned to navigate them.
Time, won't change the meaning of one love
Regardless of the passage of time, their love will remain the same.
Ageless and ever evergreen
Their love is timeless and always vibrant, just like an evergreen tree.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BARBRA STREISAND, PAUL H. WILLIAMS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Nigel
on Jenny
I'm not sure by any means, but I wonder whether taking the midnight train is ultimately a metaphor for a more final journey. I also wonder if RW had someone specific in mind whose fate prompted this powerful song. I like it very much.