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From,
New Jersey
United States.
started in 1968
Signed to the Philadelphia International label by Leon Huff.
Members;
Jenny Holmes,
David Beasley,
James Tuten,
Clarence Vaughan
Formed in Camden, New Jersey, USA, and comprising Jenny Holmes, David Beasley, James Tuten and Clarence Vaughan, the Ebonys had minor success in the early 70s with a Dells -styled approach of baritone lead with answering falsetto second lead. The group was discovered by Gamble And Huff and recorded consistently for their Philadelphia International Records label in the early 70s, but achieved only two sizeable hits on the R&B charts, ‘You’re The Reason Why’ (number 10 R&B, number 51 pop) from 1971, and ‘It’s Forever’ (number 14 R&B, number 68 pop) from 1973. The group recorded for Buddah in 1976 with little success, with only a minor single, ‘Making Love Ain’t No Fun (Without The One You Love)’ (number 83 R&B), making the charts. It was their last chart record.
It's Forever
The Ebonys Lyrics
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Forever, that's how long I'm gonna need you
Forever, that's how long I'm gonna make you mine
All mine, all mine, all mine, all mine
You wanna know how long am I
Gonna be your guy, yeah, hear me, hear me, look here
You wanna know how long it'll be
Just as long as the sun stays in the sky
That's how long it's gonna be, yeah
All night, hey, all night long
Forever, that's how long I'm gonna love you
Forever, that's how long I'm gonna need you
Forever, that's how long I'm gonna make you mine
All mine, all mine, all mine, all mine
You wanna know how long will we
Live in fantasy, yeah, yeah, hey baby, come on, listen
You wanna know how long am I
Shedding tears to cry, yeah, yeah
Just as long as one and one is two
That's how long it's gonna be me and you
(All mine, all mine)
Forever, that's how long I'm gonna love you
Forever, that's how long I'm gonna need you
Forever, that's how long I'm gonna love you
The Ebonys' "It's Forever" is a love song that expresses the overwhelming nature of the singer's feelings for their significant other. The repetition of the word "forever" throughout the song reinforces the permanence and dedication of their love. The singer assures their partner that they will be with them for as long as the sun stays in the sky and as long as one and one is two, indicating that their relationship will last eternally.
The lyrics also touch on the idea of living in a "fantasy" with their partner, indicating that their love is not just a physical attraction but a deeper emotional connection. The singer expresses their willingness to shed tears for their partner, suggesting that they are willing to go through hardship and emotional pain in order to be with them.
Overall, the song is an expression of undying and deep love, promising commitment and dedication to a significant other until the end.
Line by Line Meaning
Forever, that's how long I'm gonna love you
I will love you for eternity, without any end in sight
Forever, that's how long I'm gonna need you
I will always require your presence in my life, for an infinite amount of time
Forever, that's how long I'm gonna make you mine
I will always keep you by my side, never letting you slip away from me
All mine, all mine, all mine, all mine
I possess you completely and will never let go
You wanna know how long am I gonna be your guy, yeah, hear me, hear me, look here
Would you like to know how long I will remain your significant other? Listen to my answer closely
You wanna know how long it'll be you sleeping with me, yeah, yeah, hey baby
Are you curious about how long we will continue to share intimate moments together? Let me tell you
Just as long as the sun stays in the sky
My love for you will last as long as the sun remains visible in the sky
All night, hey, all night long
Throughout the night, I will stay devoted to you endlessly
You wanna know how long will we live in fantasy, yeah, yeah, hey baby, come on, listen
Do you wonder how long we can continue living in a dream world together? Pay attention to what I'm about to say
You wanna know how long am I shedding tears to cry, yeah, yeah
Would you like to know how long I will remain emotional and sensitive for you? I'll reveal the answer
Just as long as one and one is two
Our relationship will endure for as long as the basic mathematical concept of addition remains true
That's how long it's gonna be me and you
We will be together for eternity, always and forever
Lyrics © Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Leon Huff
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Quincy bernard
Ebony's classic ,hits nice
@liz8crtravis670
I totally agree. This is the "Philly" sound, the seventies music. Lyrics that were sexual without the vulgar language; music about love and how much Black men appreciated the Black woman. This music will never get old or become outdated. We need more of the same today.
@roseannetracy9990
Amen Liz🙏🏽🙏🏽
@stevenwells7585
TRULY the GREATEST LOVE SONG EVER is ADORE BY PRICE
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@myththelegend1036
Black women were way more respectable back then.
@raysilva7964
How was I music
@melvinsims1352
And vise a versa women had respect for themselves and men
@SuperSwaggtime
It always hits different when you can feel the soul in the singing. 💯💯
@lorrainehoward9344
Yes!
@rayzander8072
You Could Never Forget Real Music It Just Never Gets Old