Easton rose to fame in the early 1980s with the pop hits "9 to 5" (known as "Morning Train" in the United States), "For Your Eyes Only", "Strut", "Sugar Walls", "U Got the Look" with Prince, and "The Lover in Me". She went on to become successful in the United States and Japan, working with prominent vocalists and producers, such as Prince, Christopher Neil, Kenny Rogers, David Foster, Luis Miguel, L.A. Reid and Babyface, Patrice Rushen, and Nile Rodgers.
In the United States, Easton is a two-time Grammy Award winner with 4 additional Grammy nominations, an Oscar nomination, sold 7 Gold albums and 1 Platinum and has sold over 4 million albums in the US alone, and over 20 million records worldwide. She has recorded 16 studio albums, released 45 singles, and has 15 Top 40 hits on the US Billboard Hot 100 and 25 top 40 hits in territories around the world . Sheena Easton is the only artist in the history of the US Billboard charts to have top 5 hit on each of the Billboards key charts consecutively: Adult Contemporary, Dance, Pop, Country, and R&B. In the UK, Easton has 3 top 40 albums and 8 top 40 singles to date. Easton's 1980 debut singles, "Modern Girl" and " 9 to 5," entered into the UK top ten, making her the first UK female artist to appear twice in the same top ten.
Trivia:
In the entire James Bond series, Sheena is the only artist seen performing a song in the title sequence, in "For Your Eyes Only".
She guest starred on "Miami Vice" in 1987, portraying Caitlin Davies, Sonny Crockett's wife
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Sheena was given a special award from "Billboard" magazine as being the first artist to crack the Top 5 on five key singles charts; Hot 100, Adult Contemporary, R&B, Dance and Country.
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My Cherie
Sheena Easton Lyrics
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That's what I call you
Cause you're so good to me
Say you'll always stay right here
My chérie
I'm gonna love you
Cause you'll always be
My chérie, my dear
There's nobody in this world
That can give me what you can
You love me unconditionally
You take me as I am
You bring me happiness
Like I've never known
You just smile at me
And it sets me free
And I never wanna let you go
Cause when we're together
The time just flies by
Like a bird in the sky
And baby, no matter the weather
Our love will shine
All the time
I tell you again and again
I'm so grateful that you're here
You're my darlin' one
You're the one I love
You're my dear
Repeat first verse
When you call out my name
You know it sounds so sweet and clear
Like an old refrain
Runnin' through my brain
That I never thought I'd hear
Dear, when we touch
My fears just melt away
So I'll put my trust
In the two of us
Cause your love makes me feel that way
It's so natural to be wanting
And to hold you baby
All through the night
Cause when we're together
Our bodies just sway in time
My, my, my
The way that I feel for you baby
Will never disappear
You're my darlin' one
You're the one I love
You're my dear
Repeat first verse
And you know how much I love you, baby
Ooh I really need you baby
You're my, my chérie amore
Oh you know how much I love you, baby
Oh, I really need you, baby
You're my, my, my chérie amore
My chérie amore, my chérie amore
Repeat first verse
It's so natural to to be wanting
And to hold you, baby
All through the night
Cause when we're together
Our bodies just sway in time
My, my, my
The way that I feel for you, baby
Will never disappear
You're my darlin' one
You're the one I love
You're my dear
Repeat first verse and fade.
Sheena Easton's "My Cherie" tells the story of an affection that never fades. The song, which has a classic pop sound with some hints of 80s style, is essentially a love letter or dedication by the singer to her lover. The term "my chérie" is used by the singer throughout the entire piece, conveying her deep love and devotion to her sweetheart. The song is about the singer's discovery of true love, and how she is grateful to have found someone who loves her unconditionally. She acknowledges the struggles and disappointments of life, but is confident that as long as she has her beloved, she'll be just fine.
Throughout the song, Sheena describes the immense happiness that her partner brings into her life. Every time they are together, time flies by, and she never wants their togetherness to end. The singer acknowledges that there's nobody in the world who can give her the kind of love and affection that her partner does, and she never wants to let her go. Further, Sheena mentions how natural it feels to be with her partner, and how they both enjoy each other's company, making their time together an extended moment of happiness.
Line by Line Meaning
My chérie
I affectionately call you 'my darling' because you are so kind to me
That's what I call you
I use this nickname because it expresses how deeply I care about you
Cause you're so good to me
I feel loved and well-treated in your presence
Say you'll always stay right here
Please promise me that you will never leave my side
My chérie
I still refer to you with affection and love
I'm gonna love you
I plan to cherish and care for you always
Cause you'll always be
I know that your love will remain constant and true
My chérie, my dear
You are my beloved, my sweetheart
There's nobody in this world
There is no one else in the world who can provide what you do
That can give me what you can
Your love and acceptance are unparalleled
You love me unconditionally
You care for me with no strings attached
You take me as I am
You accept me for who I am, flaws and all
You bring me happiness
You make me feel joyous and content
Like I've never known
I have never experienced such profound happiness before
You just smile at me
Your smile is so full of warmth and kindness
And it sets me free
When I see your smile, I feel unburdened and at peace
And I never wanna let you go
I can't bear the thought of losing you
Cause when we're together
When we are in each other's company
The time just flies by
Time seems to pass by very quickly
Like a bird in the sky
It feels light and carefree
And baby, no matter the weather
Regardless of the circumstances we face
Our love will shine
Our affection will remain strong and bright
All the time
At every moment that we're together
I tell you again and again
I want to express repeatedly
I'm so grateful that you're here
I am thankful that you are by my side
You're my darlin' one
You are my beloved, my cherished one
You're the one I love
You are the person I have deep feelings for
When you call out my name
Whenever you say my name
You know it sounds so sweet and clear
Hearing you say my name is comforting and pleasant
Like an old refrain
It feels like a familiar and comforting melody
Runnin' through my brain
It sticks in my memory and thoughts
That I never thought I'd hear
I never expected to hear such a sweet and reassuring sound
Dear, when we touch
My beloved, when we make contact
My fears just melt away
Any anxiety or worry I have disappears
So I'll put my trust
I will rely on you and trust in your compassion
In the two of us
In the bond that we share
Cause your love makes me feel that way
It is your affection that makes me feel safe and secure
It's so natural to be wanting
It feels instinctual to desire
And to hold you baby
To embrace and hold you tightly
All through the night
Throughout the darkness and until the morning
Our bodies just sway in time
Our physical movements synchronize
The way that I feel for you baby
My emotions towards you
Will never disappear
They will not fade or vanish
And you know how much I love you, baby
I hope you are aware of how deeply I care about you
Ooh I really need you baby
I depend on and long for you
You're my, my chérie amore
You are my darling love
My chérie amore, my chérie amore
My dear love, my darling love
Writer(s): WENDELL WELLMAN, ANTONIA ARMATO
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Navarro Orozco
on A Dream Worth Keeping
You can think of me and I'll be with you in your mind anytime.
I am always with you in your dreams and imagination, and that's how you can keep me forever.
This moment we have shared is so precious that you can cherish it even for your entire lifetime to come.
You don't have to worry about losing me, I will always be close to you.
This bond we share is so special and valuable that it's worth holding onto forever as a dream come true.
If you ever feel lost, think of me as a guiding star that will always show you the way.
You can always reach out to me and connect with me, no matter where you are in the world.
Many precious things in this world come and go too quickly, but our bond is one that will last a lifetime.
If you always remember me as your guiding star, you will never lose sight of our special bond.
Our relationship is so special that it's worth holding onto as a lifelong dream come true.
This is not just a passing moment, but a bond that will last for much longer than just one day.
Despite any changes that life may bring, our bond is strong enough to withstand them.
No matter what, our relationship is always worth holding onto and treasuring.
It's up to us to keep our bond strong and not let it fade away over time.
Even if we are far apart physically, our bond will never be broken.
If you ever feel lonely, remember that I am always with you in spirit.
Whenever you see a rainbow, remember that it's a symbol of hope and a reminder of our special bond.
Even in the midst of sadness or difficulty, remember that there is beauty and hope in the world.
No matter what challenges we face, we will always find a way back to each other.
There may be times when you feel discouraged or disheartened.
You may feel like life has gone too quickly and you haven't achieved what you wanted to.
Your mood may be low and you may be struggling to find hope or joy.
You may feel like you are running out of hope or optimism.
Despite any challenges or setbacks, our relationship is still valuable and worth holding onto.
As long as we continue to nurture our bond, it will stay strong and meaningful.
Even in times of darkness or despair, our bond will never disappear.
We must always work to keep our relationship strong and know that the dream will never fade away.
Navarro Orozco
on A Dream Worth Keeping
Anytime you want to be right here
Just imagine me and all this will appear
You can keep this moment all your life
Forever near
A dream worth keeping
When your feeling lost I'll be your star
Just reach out and touch me no matter where you are
In a world where precious things are disappearing over night
Just keep my star in sight
[Chorus]
I believe we found a dream that's worth keeping
For more than just a day
And even though the winds of change may come sweeping
It's still a dream worth keeping
So don't let it fade away
Maybe you'll be in some distant land
Feelin' all alone, but I'll be close at hand
And every time you see a rainbow
Paint the sky behind the rain
You'll be here again
[Chorus]
I believe we found a dream that's worth keeping
For more than just a day
And even though the winds of change may come sweeping
It's still a dream worth keeping
[Chorus]
Some day you might be thinking
Life has passed you by
Spirits might be sinking
Hope in short supply
And that's the reason why
That's the reason why
I know this dream's worth keeping
As long as it will stay
Even when you see the darkness come creepin'
A dream worth keeping
Will never fade away