Murdock started out singing gospel music in her native Toledo. Singer/musician Roger Troutman hired Murdock as a backing singer for his family's band Zapp, who had several hits on Warner Bros. (or its Reprise Records imprint). Based on this success, Troutman began recording tracks with Murdock and lead singer Sugarfoot of the Ohio Players, among others, at his Dayton-based recording studio, Troutman Sound Labs. Murdock and Troutman's first chart single was a Warner single issued as Roger (featuring Shirley Murdock), "Girl, Cut It Out," which charted at number 79 R&B in early 1985.
Murdock was signed to Elektra Records with "No More," which made it to number 24 R&B in early 1986. Then came her signature hit, "As We Lay," written by Zapp's Larry Troutman and keyboardist Billy Beck (of the Ohio Players). The tender, melancholy ballad made it to the R&B Top Ten and peaked at number 23 pop in 1986. Her LP Shirley Murdock went gold, also helped along by the follow-up hits "Go on Without You" and "Be Free." She also released full-length albums in 1988 (A Woman's Point of View) and 1991 (Let There Be Love). In early 2000, Murdock toured in the inspirational/gospel play, Be Careful What You Pray For with Cuba Gooding and David Peaston.
Murdock released Home, her gospel music debut album, in 2002 on T.D. Jakes' Dexterity Sounds record label. She made her acting debut in the movie Sweating in The Spirit. Most recently, Murdock has signed with Tyscot Records and will release a new album in March 2007.[1]
In Your Eyes
Shirley Murdock Lyrics
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The very first thing I saw was your face, mmm, hmm
Dawn cannot erase the memory or the magic
That we made, hmm, hmm
My heart skips a beat
As I watch you while you sleep
For my heart is the window to my soul
When you look at me
When you look at me
In your eyes I see kindness
In your eyes I see honesty
In your eyes I see patience
Oh, baby, in your eyes I see love
When I woke up this morning
I saw you and felt so warm inside, so warm inside
Nothing is impossible with you right here
By my side
And every night before I sleep
I thank the Lord for blessing me with you
And true love is what I see
When you look at me
When you look at me
In your eyes I see kindness
In your eyes I see honesty
In your eyes I see patience
Oh, baby, in your eyes, in your eyes, in your eyes I see love
In your eyes
, Shirley Murdock paints the picture of waking up next to a loved one and seeing their face as the first thing in the morning. The memory and magic of their love stays with her throughout the day and cannot be erased by the coming dawn. Watching the person sleep next to her, her heart beats faster, knowing that true love is what she sees when he looks at her. She expresses her gratitude for their partnership and blessings from the Lord. The chorus represents a profound observation that lover's eyes show kindness, honesty, patience, and love. The song portrays a beautiful moment and an evergreen love.
Line by Line Meaning
When I woke up this morning
At the beginning of the day I rise from my slumber
The very first thing I saw was your face, mmm, hmm
Upon opening my eyes I gaze upon your visage and it brings me comfort
Dawn cannot erase the memory or the magic
Even as the light of a new day dawns, the memories and the love we share remains
That we made, hmm, hmm
The intimate moments we shared have left an indelible mark on my soul
My heart skips a beat
Upon beholding your sleeping form, my heart beats irregularly in my chest
As I watch you while you sleep
I keep vigil over you even as you rest
For my heart is the window to my soul
My heart serves as a portal to the deepest emotions within me
And true love is what I see
When I look upon you, I behold the most genuine expression of love
When you look at me
The love that shines forth from your eyes is a source of inspiration for me
In your eyes I see kindness
As I gaze into your eyes, I perceive a gentle and compassionate spirit
In your eyes I see honesty
Within the depths of your eyes I detect a core of sincerity and transparency
In your eyes I see patience
When I gaze upon you, I identify a sense of forbearing and understanding in your demeanor
Oh, baby, in your eyes I see love
Most of all, within your eyes I detect an abiding love that transcends all boundaries
Nothing is impossible with you right here
As long as I possess your companionship, I feel empowered to surmount any obstacles before me
By my side
I derive great strength and comfort from your constant presence beside me
And every night before I sleep
At the conclusion of each day, I take a moment to give thanks for your existence in my life
I thank the Lord for blessing me with you
For the gift of your love and companionship, I express my gratitude to the divine
In your eyes I see kindness
Your eyes are a wellspring of consideration and charity that astound me
In your eyes I see honesty
Through the windows of your eyes, I discern a heart that is void of deceit
In your eyes I see patience
Within the depths of your glance I witness a sense of long-suffering serenity that heartens my soul
Oh, baby, in your eyes, in your eyes, in your eyes I see love
Most of all, I perceive a love that is ineffable, indescribable and eternal within the confines of your loving gaze
Contributed by Adalyn V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@jamonb7545
Such an underrated artist. I love her voice
@evelyngreene187
I love that song it makes me think of some one I care a lot about 4real I hope he realizes be for it is to late
@peggatheecructhfield9624
i,m friend of zappband family
@nadalieperez8568
Nawl back then she was higlyvrayed and still is
@nadalieperez8568
@@peggatheecructhfield9624 Wooptie doo
@paulbradley705
Underrated and i wish she was under me.
@gpplaw
I never thought I would experience this in the eyes of man who was looking at me...but I've been blessed. Thank you, God, for blessing me with the love of my life and thank you, Shirley Murdock for giving us one of the songs that tells our love story so beautifully. ❤😍❤
@skylarmcduffie
This song brings back so many memories. My 1st love actually played this song for me the other day & it brought back so many memories & feelings I didn't even know was still there. It's true when they say every song has a memory & my God this brought back an amazing one. Didn't even know until Sat that the love I had for him still resided in my heart. CH 💕
@ladyaltovise2294
Who's here after remembering how AMAZING this song, voice, lady is after watching her episode of UNSUNG?!!! MEEEE!!!! Shame on me for sleeping. Shirley Murdock BACK on my playlist!
@adriannewilson714
Who's still here in 2019 👏🏼😍