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
What Goes On When The Sun Goes Down
Ronnie Milsap Lyrics
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And working eight long hours you're only a picture in my mind
But when we're finally alone in each others arms our love is found
And only lovers know what goes on when the sun goes down.
What goes on when the sun goes down
Pillow talking love, tangled sheets and cotton gowns
What goes on when the sun goes down
Makes the every day life of two people in love go round.
Every morning with love renewed we face another day
Screen doors banging, the boss complaining and bills to pay
Through it all we wear love's smile from the happiness we've found
And only lovers know what goes on when the sun goes down.
What goes on when the sun goes down
Pillow talking love, tangled sheets and cotton gowns
What goes on when the sun goes down
Makes the every day life of two people in love go round.
What goes on when the sun goes down
Pillow talking love, tangled sheets and cotton gowns
What goes on when the sun goes down
Makes the every day life of two people in love go round.
Makes the every day life of two people in love go round
The lyrics of "What Goes On When The Sun Goes Down" by Ronnie Milsap is a reflection of the power of love to transcend the challenges of daily life. The song describes two lovers who are only able to truly connect when the sun goes down, away from the demands of work and daily responsibilities. During the day, their love is relegated to the background of their lives, a faint picture in their minds as they go about their respective routines. However, at night they come together and share pillow talk, love, and intimacy, which strengthens their relationship and sustains them through the challenges of daily living.
The song emphasizes the intimate connection between two people in love that is only possible in private moments. It is a reminder that love can survive the pressures of daily living, and how those private moments help sustain a relationship. There is a sense of understanding that only lovers experience, which is reflected in the lyrics "And only lovers know what goes on when the sun goes down." The song also highlights the idea that love is the foundation that sustains a relationship and makes living easier: "Makes the everyday life of two people in love go round."
Overall, Ronnie Milsap's "What Goes On When The Sun Goes Down" presents a picture of a deep and enduring love that can withstand the pressures and challenges of daily life. It is a heartwarming reminder that love can make even the hardest days easier and that there is something special about the private moments when two people in love can connect.
Line by Line Meaning
Sometimes love can sure get lost in the daytime
Love may feel distant during the day when we're busy with work and other responsibilities.
And working eight long hours you're only a picture in my mind
As we work throughout the day, thoughts of our loved ones keep us going, but they're not physically there.
But when we're finally alone in each others arms our love is found
Being together with our loved ones at the end of the day reminds us of the love that we share.
And only lovers know what goes on when the sun goes down.
Intimacy between two people in love is something only they can fully understand, and it often happens at night.
Every morning with love renewed we face another day
Love gives us the strength and motivation to start each day with renewed energy and optimism.
Screen doors banging, the boss complaining and bills to pay
Daily life can be full of stress and challenges, but love helps us get through them.
Through it all we wear love's smile from the happiness we've found
Despite the difficulties we face, love makes us happy and we carry its positivity with us throughout the day.
What goes on when the sun goes down
The song's chorus reminds us that intimate moments between two people in love often happen at night.
Pillow talking love, tangled sheets and cotton gowns
The passionate, romantic moments that happen between two people in love when they are alone at night.
Makes the every day life of two people in love go round.
These intimate moments are what keep the love alive and help two people in love get through the challenges of everyday life together.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JOHN SCHWEERS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@huneyboss1672
Legendary car rides with my dad who cranked this in the car. As a 5 year old in the middle of the front seat. I’d say “ Dad what goes on when the sun goes down? “ he’d say “ I don’t know . What goes on when the sun goes down? I’d say “ you sleep” 🤣 he’d say , there ya have it honey “🥂 to my dad turning 80
@timothygilbert6966
The song what goes on when the sun goes down is another song that I love by Ronnie Millsap. This song is amazing and awesome song. This song is so beautiful and wonderful one of the best songs that Ronnie Millsap could have ever made.
@gerryhanly3194
What a singer! Memories of great days.
@45th
Fell off the stage and bumped my head! First thing I’d seen in 15 years! Love Ronnie Milsap!
@markhamchadotsang3047
❤ wow awesome song 🎵 👏 ty Ronnie ❤️ 😊 🙏
@gregorycrawford6070
You people have the most awsome ,country music and rock a
Nn ñ n45
You people have the best music i have ever heared
@kennedykiser557
A true classic country singer/songwriter.
@brian1963110
This style of music is gone, but never forgotten...:).
@quietresource956
Disappointed
@rickdrouillard7570
I remember all the songs that Robin wrote that thing before a guy he is riding and lost his I thought I think his mother had him in that all because she was disobedient that wasn't very nice