Milsap was born in Robbinsville, North Carolina with a congenital disorder that left him almost completely blind. He was abandoned by his mother as an infant and raised by his grandparents until the age of five, when he was sent to the Governor Morehead School for the Blind in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Milsap showed musical aptitude at an early age. The school stressed classical music training but he preferred country, gospel and rhythm-and-blues. He released his first single, Total Disaster, in 1963 at the age of twenty. This was followed by several Ashford And Simpson, compositions, including the memorable "Let's Go Get Stoned", which, unfortunately for Milsap, was relegated to a b-side. A few months later it would become a million-selling single for the more popular blind pianist, Ray Charles. 1972 found him working regularly at Roger Miller's King of the Road Club in Nashville, Tennessee and he signed with RCA Records in 1973. He was at his peak of popularity in the late 1970s and early 1980s with songs that made his name familiar to pop as well as country audiences, such as "It Was Almost Like A Song," "{There's) No Gettin' Over Me," "Smoky Mountain Rain," "I Wouldn't Have Missed It For The World," and a remake of Chuck Jackson's "Any Day Now" (which was named Billboard magazine's Number One Adult Contemporary hit of 1982). Milsap recorded for RCA until 1992. During that time he created five gold albums, one platinum album and one double platinum album. He also won six Grammy Awards and eight Country Music Association awards including the coveted Entertainer of the Year Award. In 2005 Milsap resigned with RCA Records and released a new country single, "Local Girls."
Milsap has recorded music with Kenny Rogers, Elvis Presley and Barry Manilow.
Ronnie and his wife Joyce currently make their home in Nashville, Tennessee.
Milsap enjoys his hobby of amateur (Ham) radio. More info on him can be found at: http://www.qrz.com/wb4kcg
He Got You
Ronnie Milsap Lyrics
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He got your loving, I got the pain
He got a lifetime of love to see him through
I got the memories, he got you.
He got your good times, I got the bad
He got your sweet side, I got the sad
He got forever to make your dreams come true
Sometimes the wine taste bitter
Sometimes the wine taste sweet
Sometimes the only road I can see
Leads me right back to your feet.
He got the sunshine, I got the rain
He got your loving, I got the pain
He got a lifetime of love to see him through
I got the memories, he got you.
He got a lifetime of love to see him through
I got the memories, he got you.
He got you baby, he got you
He got you baby, baby, baby
He got you, he got you baby, oh
This song is about heartbreak, loss, and the painful contrast between the past and present. The singer is recounting his experience of losing someone he loved deeply. He contrasts himself with the new man in her life, pointing out all of the things that the new guy has that he doesn't - the sunshine, the good times, the sweet side - all of the things that he wishes he could still have. The love that he once had with her is now gone, replaced by bitter memories and pain.
The narrative of the song is very relatable, as it reflects a common experience of lost love. The lyrics are raw and poignant, expressing the depth of the singer's emotions and the profound sense of loss that he feels. The theme of the song is universal, and audiences can resonate with the idea of holding onto memories while someone else moves on.
Overall, this is a beautifully melancholic song, expertly performed by Ronnie Milsap. It's a song that captures the essence of heartbreak and the struggles of moving on.
Line by Line Meaning
He got the sunshine, I got the rain
He experiences the happy times of your life, while I share the struggles with you.
He got your loving, I got the pain
He is blessed with your affection, whereas I am burdened with heartaches and sorrows.
He got a lifetime of love to see him through
He has the prospect of forever being with you, while I bear the uncertainty of life without you.
I got the memories, he got you.
I have only recollections of the time spent together, while he has the pleasure of having you in his arms.
He got your good times, I got the bad
He is with you in the joyful moments, while I stand by you during the tough times.
He got your sweet side, I got the sad
He is the recipient of your kind and tender behavior, while I confront your distressing and depressing phases.
He got forever to make your dreams come true
He has a whole lifetime ahead of him to fulfill your aspirations, while I have no such privilege.
I got your letter goodbye, he got you.
All I got was a farewell letter from you, and he got to keep you to himself.
Sometimes the wine taste bitter
At times, the memories of our relationship are sour and unpleasant.
Sometimes the wine taste sweet
And at other times, those same recollections bring about nostalgic and blissful emotions.
Sometimes the only road I can see
On certain occasions, the only path I can envision for myself is to come back to you.
Leads me right back to your feet.
To be the recipient of your love and affection once again is my ultimate desire.
He got you baby, he got you
He got to keep you all to himself, my dearest love.
He got you baby, baby, baby
He is the lucky one who holds your love, always and forever.
He got you, he got you baby, oh
He possess your sweet and tender heart, my love.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BOBBY WOOD, RALPH MURPHY, RALPH JAMES MURPHY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Jake Rodriguez
Sounds like a drive fast on the open highway song on the way to the beach, despite the sad lyrics the music beat rocks!
Lucid Ty
Crazy how I how I heard this song on the radio and didn’t realize how much It related to me. He got her sunshine and I got the rain…
Samuel Jones
I know the feeling 💔💔💔
Dawn Hays
I love this song its great and also his voice
Patrick Hill
I Love this song too Dawn , my father would always tap his foot to the beat LOL 😊✌
TravelinBand747
Ronnie Milsap, one of the best voices in country music ever.
Patrick Hill
Sing it Ronnie 🎵😊✌🖒🖒🖒🖒🖒 A lifetime of Love ❤👍
maxwell smart
One of my favorite songs by Ronnie.
Chasity Dial
Yes!!
Chris
This song always brings to mind the first time I went to Myrtle Beach as a kid. Great times and music never get old!