In 1988, Downing finally made his solo debut, releasing the self-titled Will Downing. The album featured a new version of John Coltrane's "A Love Supreme." The track did not fair well on the R&B charts but it managed to reach #4 on the Dance charts. In the United Kingdom, "A Love Supreme" managed to reach #14 on the singles charts.
Downing has released many albums throughout his career, always on the brink of stardom but never quite making it. In 1989 he released Come Together As One and in '91, Dream Fulfilled. The latter featured the single "I Try" which reached #13 on the R&B charts, Downing's best performance to date.
1993 saw Downing's fourth album release with Love's the Place to Be. In 1995, he released Moods and in 1997, Invitation Only. Continuing his steady stream of releases, 1998 saw Pleasures of the Night, 2000 offered All the Man You Need and in 2002, Sensual Journey.
With so many albums under his belt, Downing never slows down, releasing Emotions in 2003, Christmas, Love and You in 2004 and Soul Symphony in 2005.
While Will Downing has never been a massive celebrity in the United States, he has seen reasonable success in the United Kingdom.
All The Man You Need
Will Downing Lyrics
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There's a pain that you hold like a heart that's gone cold
Living your life alone, no matter what your friends say
It don't have to be that way
Let me love the hurt away
I know just what to do, I can satisfy you
You can open up to me
(Yeah oh)
Put your hand in mine
Trust me, girl, you'll never find
I'll be all the man that you need
I'll take you to the highest height
Play with you and hold you tight
I'll be all the man that you need
I'll kiss you here, there, everywhere
Run my fingers through your hair
Can't you feel the man in me?
I'm talking not just for one night, girl
I want to spend my life
Being all the man that you need
I can make this house a home
A foundation of love, that's blessed from above
When you feel you can't go on
I'll be right there 'cause, baby, I care
Come hold your body close to mine
I want to feel your heartbeat, like it's inside of me
You and I were meant to be
Together like sweet harmony
(Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, I)
Put your hand in mine
Trust me, girl, you'll never find
I'll be all the man that you need
I'll take you to the highest height
Play with you and hold you tight
I'll be all the man that you need
I'll kiss you here, there, everywhere
Run my fingers through your hair
Can't you feel the man in me?
I'm talking not just for one night, girl
I want to spend my life
Being all the man that you need
No need to cry no more, I'll wipe your tears all away
I'll be the sunshine in your life, girl
I'll make it right more and more everyday
(More and more each day)
Let the light of love into your heart
If you believe it can lead the way
And in my arms you will find
Your peace of mind, baby, I'll never let go
(Ooh, oh)
Yeah, let me be your man
Put your hand in mine
Trust me, girl, you'll never find
I'll be all the man that you need
I'll take you to the highest height
Play with you and hold you tight
I'll be all the man that you need
I'll kiss you here, there, everywhere
Run my fingers through your hair
Can't you feel the man in me?
I'm talking not just for one night, girl
I want to spend my life
Being all the man that you need
The song "All the Man You Need" by Will Downing is a love song that speaks directly to a person who has been through heartache and is struggling to trust others when it comes to love. The opening lyrics explain how the subject has experienced pain and has become numb to love. Despite what friends may say, the singer believes love is still possible for this person and wants to help them heal. They express their willingness to take away the pain and satisfy them in ways that only true love can.
As the song progresses, the singer makes promises to be everything this person needs in a partner. They vow to support them emotionally and create a home full of love and security. The chorus repeats the idea that the singer will be "all the man" this person needs and will be with them through thick and thin, not just for one night.
The song's melody is smooth and soulful, perfectly matching the heartfelt lyrics. The horns, strings, and background vocals add to the classic R&B feel. Overall, "All the Man You Need" is a romantic ballad that reminds listeners that true love is possible and can heal even the deepest wounds.
Line by Line Meaning
I know you've been here before
I understand that you've been hurt before
There's a pain that you hold like a heart that's gone cold
You're carrying a burden that has made your heart numb
Living your life alone, no matter what your friends say
You've secluded yourself from others, even when advised otherwise
It don't have to be that way
You don't have to go through life isolated and in pain
Let me love the hurt away
Allow me to heal the pain you're carrying
I know just what to do, I can satisfy you
I am capable of fulfilling your needs
You can open up to me
You can confide in me
I'll show you what love can do, baby (Yeah oh)
I'll demonstrate the power of love
Put your hand in mine
Take my hand
Trust me, girl, you'll never find
Believe in me, I am one of a kind
I'll be all the man that you need
I'll fulfill all of your desires
I'll take you to the highest height
I'll show you the best things in life
Play with you and hold you tight
I'll cherish and embrace you
I'll kiss you here, there, everywhere
I'll shower you with loving affection
Run my fingers through your hair
I'll caress and soothe you
Can't you feel the man in me?
Can't you sense my masculinity and strength?
I'm talking not just for one night, girl
I'm not just looking for a fling
I want to spend my life
I want to share a lifetime with you
Being all the man that you need
I want to satisfy all of your wants and desires
I can make this house a home
I can create a warm and loving atmosphere in this place
A foundation of love, that's blessed from above
Our love will be strong and divinely guided
When you feel you can't go on
When you're feeling hopeless and lost
I'll be right there 'cause, baby, I care
I'll always be there for you because I care about you deeply
Come hold your body close to mine
Come to me and let me hold you
I want to feel your heartbeat, like it's inside of me
I want to feel the connection between our hearts
You and I were meant to be
Our love was destined
Together like sweet harmony
Our relationship will be harmonious and beautiful
(Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, I)
No need to cry no more, I'll wipe your tears all away
You don't have to cry anymore, I'll comfort you
I'll be the sunshine in your life, girl
I'll bring joy and brightness to your life
I'll make it right more and more everyday (More and more each day)
I'll work towards fixing anything that's wrong, one step at a time
Let the light of love into your heart
Open your heart to love
If you believe it can lead the way
Believing in love will guide you
And in my arms you will find
You'll find comfort and safety in my arms
Your peace of mind, baby, I'll never let go (Ooh, oh)
I won't allow you to lose your peace of mind, even for a moment
Yeah, let me be your man
Let me fulfill the role of your man
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BOB BALDWIN, KYLE BYNOE, WILL DOWNING
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