She made her performing debut at age eight with the Helena Rubinstein Children's Theatre at the Hudson Guild. After dropping out of high school, she found work as a summer camp counselor, and in the choruses of the Broadway shows Hair, Jesus Christ Superstar and Pippin.
In 1983 the legendary director Mike Nichols saw her perform and, the following year, presented her on Broadway in a one-woman show of her own creation. The show was an enormous success, and brought her to the attention of Steven Spielberg, who cast her in the leading role in his film of Alice Walker's The Color Purple. Making her film debut in this coveted role instantly established her as one of Hollywood's leading actresses. Her performance in Ghost won her an Academy Award. She followed this with memorable performances in the box-office smash Sister Act and the critically acclaimed Robert Altman film, The Player. Her other film credits include Made In America; Corinna, Corinna; Star Trek: Generations and Boys on the Side. In addition to her acting roles, Whoopi Goldberg has hosted her own television talk show and has earned rave reviews for hosting the annual Academy Awards telecast.
Goldberg is one of only ten individuals who have won an Emmy, a Grammy, an Oscar, and a Tony Award, counting Daytime Emmy Awards. She is the second African American female performer to win an Academy Award for acting (the first being Hattie McDaniel); she has also won two Golden Globe Awards.
You Got It
Whoopi Goldberg Lyrics
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I see a love that money just can't buy
One look from you I drift away
Afraid that you are here to stay
Anything you want, you got it
Anything you need, you got it
Anything at all, you got it, baby
Every time I hold you I begin to understand
Everything about you tells me I'm your man
I live my life to be with you
No one can do the things you do
Anything you want, you got it
Anything you need, you got it
Anything at all
Doo doo doo doo doo
Doo doo doo doo doo
Doo doo doo doo you got it
I'm glad to give my love to you
I know your feel the way I do
Anything you want, you got it
Anything you need, you got it
Anything at all, you got it, baby
Anything at all, you got it, baby
The lyrics of Whoopi Goldberg's song "You Got It" express the devotion and admiration that she has for her loved one. The opening lines of the song, "Every time I look into your loving eyes, I see a love that money just can't buy", suggest that the love that she shares with her partner is invaluable and priceless. She further explains that she gets lost in his gaze and is afraid that he is here to stay because she cannot imagine a life without him.
As the chorus comes in and repeats "Anything you want, you got it" and "Anything you need, you got it", she reassures him of her undying love and affection. While holding him, she begins to understand him more and perceives that she is the one for him. She lives to be with him, and nobody can do the things that he can. The song ends with Whoopi stating that she is happy to give her love to him, and that he feels the same way too.
"You Got It" is a romantic song that expresses the devotion and unconditional love of the singer towards her partner. The repetition of the phrase "Anything you want, you got it" gives the listener a sense of sincerity and honesty. This song highlights the importance of treating your loved ones with care and nurturing your relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
Every time I look into your loving eyes
Whenever I gaze into your affectionate eyes
I see a love that money just can't buy
I sense a love that no wealth can purchase
One look from you I drift away
A single glance from you makes me lose myself
Afraid that you are here to stay
Fearful that your presence in my life is permanent
Anything you want, you got it
You can have whatever you desire
Anything you need, you got it
I will provide everything you require
Anything at all, you got it, baby
You can ask for anything, and I will give it to you, my dear
Every time I hold you I begin to understand
Whenever I embrace you, I begin to comprehend
Everything about you tells me I'm your man
Everything about you affirms that I am the one for you
I live my life to be with you
My existence revolves around being with you
No one can do the things you do
Nobody else can perform the acts that you do
Doo doo doo doo doo
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Doo doo doo doo doo
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Doo doo doo doo you got it
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I'm glad to give my love to you
I am happy to offer my affection to you
I know your feel the way I do
I am aware that you share the same emotions as me
Anything at all, you got it, baby
You can request anything, and I will provide it for you, my darling
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Roy Orbison, Jeff Lynne, Thomas Earl Petty
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
uncleelroy2
Thank you SO much to the person who posted this for not showing the video, as Whoopi sings this song at a major spoiler point in the movie-- for those who never saw "Boys On The Side", I HIGHLY recommend you rent it-- I PROMISE it will be one of the best movies you will EVER see! :)
Monika Foster
Watching it makes me cry everytime
Devon Frank
So true! ...wait did we both just contribute to the possible ending? Lol
Haepee Andee
I'm in tears hearing this.. 😢😢😢 such a beautiful deliverance by whoopi Goldberg... 😘😘😘😘😘 bless you for posting this..
Jonathan Roberts
Andee Fendee anyone that isn’t in tears watching this must be made of Stone. This hits every emotion
Barbara Slade
Whoppi has an awesome voice!
sherri sicilia
love this, loved the movie.....loved the entire soundtrack!!!
Lydi´s Style
love it forever..
Jordana Lima - Caminhos de Sucesso
Amazing song!
Czarek K
Phenomenally amazing.