According to the Taylor Dayne Songfacts Interview, Taylor grew up in Long Island, and her parents were very involved in independent theatre: the Manhattan Theatre Group, the Pap Theatre, La Mome. By 4 or 5 she was singing along with the radio. Her dad gave Taylor her first radio, she turned it on and there was Stevie Wonder playing. As Taylor grew older, she started going into a little bit more of a rock direction as the top 40 was going in a different path for a period of time - it was more of the supergroups, Jethro Tull, Yes etc. She had her first solo by first grade, and by her fourth grade she was singing Jacques Brel.
Dayne came to prominence in the late 1980s and remained at the top of the charts through the 1990s. She released her fifth album "Satisfied" in February 2008. "Beautiful" the first single hit number 1 in the American dance charts and #23 on the Adult Contemporary. The second single from "Satisfied" titled "My Heart Can't Change" reached #19 on the Adult Contemporary chart. In 2010, Dayne's single "Facing A Miracle" was released. In 2011, Dayne's single "Floor On Fire" became her 18th Top 10 hit when it peaked at #8 on the Hot Dance Club Songs chart. Dayne continues to record and tour.
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Dedicated
Taylor Dayne Lyrics
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You're the one for my heart, you're my best friend
Before you left we said I do on that special day
Now I'm aching for the life we'll have when you're home to stay
[Chorus]
You're the sweetest love I've ever known
I pledge my love with this band of gold
'Cause my love is forever, yeah
Boy, I miss you so bad when you're not around
And I'm trying to stay strong, take the good with the bad
That's why I tell the world with a smile on my face
That I appreciate all the sacrifice you make
'Cause you're sweetest love I've ever known
I pledge my love with this band of gold
I said I do and that wont ever change
'Cause my love is forever, yeah, yeah
Even though we don't know when the war will end
You march on, hold your head high with pride
Promise me you'll be coming home real soon
Patiently, ill be praying in the night
Although we're apart, you'll always have my heart
You're the sweetest love I've ever known
I pledge my love with this band of gold
I said I do and that won't ever change
Cause my love is forever, ever, ever, and ever
[Chorus]
"Dedicated" by Taylor Dayne is a song about a woman who is deeply in love with her partner who is away at war. The song expresses the longing she feels for her partner and how much she appreciates his sacrifice. She talks about how much she misses him and how she is trying to stay strong even when she is alone. She pledges her love to him and promises that she will wait for him until he comes back.
The lyrics express the emotions and thoughts of someone whose partner is away fighting for his country. She acknowledges the sacrifices he has made and the pain of being separated from him. She talks about the strong bond between them and how much she loves him. She promises to be patient and pray for his safe return.
Overall, the song is a tribute to the sacrifices made by military families and the deep love and bond they share. It is a moving tribute to those who serve their country and the loved ones who support them.
Line by Line Meaning
Boy, I cant wait to see you again
I eagerly await the day when I can be reunited with you.
You're the one for my heart, you're my best friend
You are the one I love the most and the best friend I could ever want.
Before you left we said I do on that special day
We got married before you had to leave for war.
Now I'm aching for the life we'll have when you're home to stay
I long for the life we will have together when you are finally able to come home and stay.
You're the sweetest love I've ever known
You are the most loving and caring partner I have ever had.
I pledge my love with this band of gold
I commit my love to you forever with this wedding ring.
I said I do and that wont ever change
I promised to love you forever and that promise will never change.
'Cause my love is forever, yeah
My love for you is eternal and unchanging.
Boy, I miss you so bad when you're not around
I feel a deep sense of longing and sadness when you are not here with me.
And I'm trying to stay strong, take the good with the bad
I am doing my best to remain resilient and stay positive through the ups and downs of being apart.
That's why I tell the world with a smile on my face
I try to stay positive and share my joy with others, despite my sadness.
That I appreciate all the sacrifice you make
I am deeply grateful for all of the sacrifices you make for our country and for me.
Even though we don't know when the war will end
We are uncertain about when the war will come to a conclusion.
You march on, hold your head high with pride
You continue to fight and remain steadfast with dignity and honor.
Promise me you'll be coming home real soon
Promise me that you will return home to me as soon as you can.
Patiently, ill be praying in the night
I remain hopeful and patient, and I pray for your safety and swift return.
Although we're apart, you'll always have my heart
Even though we are separated, my love for you is still strong and unwavering.
Cause my love is forever, ever, ever, and ever
My love for you is eternal and everlasting.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: JOHN HILL, PETER KEUSCH, STEPHANIE MCKAY
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