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
I Wouldn't Have Missed It for the World
Ronnie Milsap Lyrics
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Maybe my heart will never mend
But I'm glad for all the good times
Cause you've brought me so much sunshine
And love was the best it's ever been
I wouldn't have missed it for the world
Wouldn't have missed loving you girl
With your smile
I wouldn't trade one memory
'Cause you mean too much to me (ooh, ooh, ooh)
Even though I lost you girl
I wouldn't have missed it for the world
They say that all good things must end
Loves comes and goes just like the wind
You've got your dreams to follow
But if I had the chance tomorrow
You know I'd do it all again
I wouldn't have missed it for the world
Wouldn't have missed loving you girl (ooh, ooh, ooh)
You've made my whole life worth while
With your smile
I wouldn't trade one memory
'Cause you mean too much to me (ooh, ooh, ooh)
Even though I lost you girl
I wouldn't have missed it for the world
Oh, I wouldn't trade one memory
'Cause you mean too much to me (ooh, ooh, ooh)
Even though I lost you girl
I wouldn't have missed it for the world
I wouldn't have missed it for the world
Wouldn't have missed loving you girl (ooh, ooh, ooh)
You've made my whole life worth while
With your smile
Oh, I wouldn't trade one memory
Ronnie Milsapβs βI Wouldn't Have Missed It for the Worldβ expresses the sentiment that even though the relationship ended and maybe they will never cross paths again, the good memories made were worth it. The first verse discusses the possibility that they may never see each other again and that the pain of heartbreak may never go away. However, the singer expresses his gratefulness for the good times and happiness that the relationship brought him. The chorus emphasizes the singer's happiness with his love for this girl, acknowledging that she has made his life worth living, and that the memories he carries with him are too valuable to give up. The second verse emphasizes the passing and transient nature of love, but despite this, the singer would still do it all again.
Overall, this song is about acceptance, contentment, and unconditional love. Although the love story might have ended, the memories remain precious, and the singer wouldnβt trade them for anything even though the relationship caused him pain. He feels grateful for the happiness and special bond that he felt with his partner.
Line by Line Meaning
Our paths may never cross again
Although we may never see each other again, I'm grateful for the time we spent together
Maybe my heart will never mend
I may never fully recover from the pain of losing you
But I'm glad for all the good times
I feel fortunate to have experienced the happy moments we shared
Cause you've brought me so much sunshine
Your presence brought light and positivity into my life
And love was the best it's ever been
Our love was the most wonderful and fulfilling experience of my life
I wouldn't have missed it for the world
I wouldn't trade the time we spent together for anything
Wouldn't have missed loving you girl
I'm grateful for the opportunity to have loved you
You've made my whole life worth while
Your presence in my life gave meaning and happiness to everything I did
With your smile
Your smile had the power to brighten even the darkest days
I wouldn't trade one memory
All of the memories we made together are too valuable to give up
'Cause you mean too much to me (ooh, ooh, ooh)
I hold you in such high regard that I could never forget the impact you had on my life
Even though I lost you girl
Despite the fact that we are no longer together
They say that all good things must end
It's an unfortunate truth that enjoyable experiences eventually come to a close
Loves comes and goes just like the wind
Love, like the wind, can arrive and disappear suddenly and without warning
You've got your dreams to follow
You have your own aspirations to pursue
But if I had the chance tomorrow
If given the opportunity, I would repeat the experiences we shared
Oh, I wouldn't trade one memory
All of the moments we spent together are irreplaceable
Oh, I wouldn't trade one memory
All of the moments we spent together are irreplaceable
'Cause you mean too much to me (ooh, ooh, ooh)
I value and appreciate you more than words can express
Even though I lost you girl
Although we are no longer together, I'm grateful for the time we spent together
I wouldn't have missed it for the world
I wouldn't trade the moments we shared for anything
Wouldn't have missed loving you girl (ooh, ooh, ooh)
I'm happy to have been able to love you
You've made my whole life worth while
Your presence in my life gave it meaning and happiness
With your smile
Your smile always brightened my day
Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CHARLES W. QUILLEN, DENNIS W. MORGAN, RHONDA KYE FLEMING
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@jrbmgarner
I lost my wife three months ago today. This song shreds my heart into a thousand pieces: my heart will never mend, love was the best it's ever been.
@bacchuslax7967
Donβt have a word except someone is praying for you brother. Maybe a thought, if your love wasnβt genuine this song wouldnβt hit its marks.
@bendover9411
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@teresaklarlham984
So very sorry for your loss, someday you will be together again...
@RobertSilvestri86
Lost mine 15 years ago. Have never mended. Striving to move on. Or so that's what they say.
@sweettrage
Breaks my heart for the people that have lost someone. π
@Cinnamon-o3m
This man is pure talent and a legend with a story that needs to be told.
@MrWierchawsky
What a pretty girl ,hello sweetie.
@christiandonaldson31
Hello how are you doing my friend?
@jenniferjacobs3888
I encourage all look up the meaning of each word spoken, just because you say it doesn't mean you know it. π€π