She has been dancing for most of her life and has appeared in such shows as "Cats" and "A Chorus line."
Ms. Henshall has recorded three albums, 'Love is Here to Stay, ' a tribute to the music of the Gershwins and two others entitled 'Pilgrim' and 'The Ruthie Henshall Album.'
This multi-talented star of the stage can sing from a low belt to a high soprano. She also is an excellent actress who effortlessly moves audiences to tears.
Ruthie Henshall has played Ellen in "Miss Saigon, " Fantine in "Les Miserables, " Nancy in "Oliver, " and both Velma and Roxie in "Chicago." She and Michael Ball received the Theatregoer's Club of Great Britain Award for Most Popular Musical Stage Actor and Actress. Ruthie made her debut on Broadway in "Putting it Together."
She is married to Canadian-born, UK based singer (lead singer for the UK based band Van Tramp) and actor Tim Howar. They have two daughters.
A Hard Day's Night
Ruthie Henshall Lyrics
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It's been a hard day's night, I should be sleepin' like a log
But when I get home to you, I find the things that you do
Will make me feel alright
You know I work all day to get you money to buy you things
And it's worth it just to hear you say, you're goin' to give me everything
So why on earth should I moan, cause when I get you alone
When I'm home, everything seems to be right
When I'm home, feeling you holding me tight, tight, yeah
It's been a hard day's night, and I've been workin' like a dog
It's been a hard day's night, I should be sleepin' like a log
But when I get home to you, I find the things that you do
Will make me feel alright
Will make me feel alright
You know I feel alright
You know I feel alright
Ruthie Henshall's song A Hard Day's Night speaks of someone who has had a tedious and tiresome day, working hard like a dog, but his night is made brighter by his lover's presence. The opening phrase "It's been a hard day's night" is a metaphor used to express the extreme level of the day's activities. The singer explains how he goes out every day to work in order to provide for his lover, and goes on to express the joy and fulfillment he receives from doing so. He suggests that although it is hard, the recognition he receives from his lover (when she says "you're going to give me everything"), as well as her presence and affection, makes everything worth it. The song highlights the importance of having someone to look forward to during and after a rough day.
Furthermore, the chorus, "When I'm home, everything seems to be right/ When I'm home, feeling you holding me tight, tight, yeah," is a testament to the power of love and how it can make everything better. The singer's situation seems to reflect that love is the ultimate stress reliever, and the presence of a significant other can make the difficulties of the day fade away in an instant. The song is truly a celebration of the healing and restorative power of love.
Line by Line Meaning
It's been a hard day's night, and I've been workin' like a dog
The day has been tough and I've been working tirelessly
It's been a hard day's night, I should be sleepin' like a log
I should already be asleep, but the day has been too long
But when I get home to you, I find the things that you do
Will make me feel alright
Your presence and what you do make me feel better and happy
You know I work all day to get you money to buy you things
I work hard to earn money to buy things for you
And it's worth it just to hear you say, you're goin' to give me everything
Hearing that you will give me everything makes it all worth it
So why on earth should I moan, cause when I get you alone
You know I feel OK
There's no reason to complain when I'm with you because it makes me feel alright
When I'm home, everything seems to be right
Being home with you makes everything feel alright
When I'm home, feeling you holding me tight, tight, yeah
Feeling you holding me tightly at home is comforting
Will make me feel alright
Will make me feel alright
You know I feel alright
Once again, being with you and what you do makes me feel alright
Writer(s): Paul Mccartney, John Lennon
Contributed by Ethan F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.