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.
Wishing On A Star
Will Downing Lyrics
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To follow where you are
I'm wishing on a dream
To follow what it means, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yes
I'm wishing on a star
To follow where you are
I'm wishing on a dream
And I wish on all the rainbows that I see
I wish on all the people who really dream
And I'm wishing on tomorrow praying that it comes
And I'm wishing on all the loving we've never done
I never thought I would see
A time when you would be
So far away from home
So far away from me
Just think of all the moments that we have spent
I just can't let you go, for me you were meant
But I didn't mean to hurt you but I know
That in the game of love you reap what you sow
And I, I feel it's time we should make up baby
I feel it's time for us to get back together
Make the best of things, oh baby
When we're together yeah, I do, whether or never, my baby
I feel it's time for us to make up baby
I feel it's time for us to get back together
Make the best of things oh baby
When we're together whether or never
I'm wishing on a star
To follow where you are
I'm wishing on a dream
To follow what it means
And I wish on all the rainbows that I see
And I wish on all the people we've ever been
And I'm hoping on all the days to come and days to go
And I'm hoping on days of loving you so, yes I, yes I am
I'm wishing on a star
To follow where you are
I'm wishing on a star
And I'm wishing on all the rainbows that I see, yeah
I'm wishing on a star
Yeah yeah yeah
The lyrics to Will Downing's "Wishing On A Star" describe the longing for someone who is no longer present. The singer of the song is wishing on a star, hoping to follow the path of the person they miss. They are also wishing on a dream, hoping to understand the meaning of their absence. The repetition of the chorus emphasizes the singer's desire to reconnect with the person they're missing.
The second verse delves into the singer's regret over hurting the person they're missing. The line "in the game of love you reap what you sow" speaks to the idea that actions have consequences, especially in relationships. Despite this, the singer still feels like it's time to make up and get back together.
The song is filled with imagery of rainbows and dreams, which can be interpreted as symbols of hope and optimism. The singer is holding onto the belief that they can find their way back to the person they're missing, even if it seems impossible.
Overall, "Wishing On A Star" is a heartfelt song about the pain of separation and the longing for reconciliation.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm wishing on a star
Desiring something far away, daydreaming about the person you love.
To follow where you are
Hoping to connect with someone they love or establish a meaningful relationship.
I'm wishing on a dream
Yearning for a particular outcome, with that outcome rooted in imagination or fantasy.
To follow what it means, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yes
Longing to experience the outcomes of a certain dream, and being hopeful about it coming true.
And I wish on all the rainbows that I see
Conjuring various opportunities and situations that are unique, just as rainbows are unique, and hoping that those can be fulfilled.
I wish on all the people who really dream
Reflecting on people who are optimistic, forthcoming, and inspired by something, wishing to be like them, and to have a similar outlook as they do.
And I'm wishing on tomorrow praying that it comes
Hopeful for the future, and wishing for opportunities, success, and a chance at love to come to fruition.
And I'm wishing on all the loving we've never done
Hoping for the existence of love that has yet to be found or experienced.
I never thought I would see
Having a sense of disbelief about the situation they are currently in.
A time when you would be
Feeling a sense of loneliness or absence of someone they love.
So far away from home
Feeling ungrounded, unrooted, and removed from what was once familiar.
So far away from me
Feeling separated or disconnected from someone that they love and need in their life.
Just think of all the moments that we have spent
Recalling the good times shared and evaluating what went wrong, processing and reflecting on the past.
I just can't let you go, for me you were meant
Feeling a strong sense of attachment to someone, with it being impossible to let them go and accepting the fact that they were meant to be together.
But I didn't mean to hurt you but I know
Expressing regret for actions or words that may have caused pain to the other person, but still understanding the impact that was made regardless of intentions.
That in the game of love you reap what you sow
Realizing that relationships can have consequences, and that the love you give is directly tied to the love you get back.
And I, I feel it's time we should make up baby
Feeling it is time to reconcile and make amends, demonstrating an eagerness to bring the relationship back together.
I feel it's time for us to get back together
Sensing that the relationship was meant to be and that they should reunite and work on each other towards making it work.
Make the best of things, oh baby
Optimistic and hopeful that they will make the most of their time together and work through any obstacles they may face.
When we're together yeah, I do, whether or never, my baby
Expressing how much they cherish their partner and the time spent together, regardless of any uncertain outcomes they may face.
And I'm hoping on all the days to come and days to go
Reminiscing and reflecting on the past and looking hopefully towards the future, with mutual excitement for any upcoming days and moments to come.
And I'm hoping on days of loving you so, yes I, yes I am
Feeling certain and confident that they will continue to love their partner indefinitely, with no doubts or hesitations.
I'm wishing on a star
Returning to the theme of longing and wishing for something unattainable or difficult to achieve.
And I'm wishing on all the rainbows that I see, yeah
Reflecting on the unique opportunities and blessings that are present, even if they may not seem clear or attainable at first glance.
I'm wishing on a star
Revisiting the feelings of desire and hope that are present throughout the song.
Yeah yeah yeah
An upbeat and optimistic closing statement, ending the song on a high and positive note.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Billie Rae Calvin
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cybergreenlight
Downing is seriously underrated. I honestly think that he is one of the best male vocalists ever. Smooth, excellent control, and that tone! Just beautiful.
The Sacred Ibis
donny14721
John Lucien may in fact be just as good or perhaps even better. Both, are in a class by themselves. Pure talent. Divine.
Coco CCake
donny14721
I FEEL the,same,way....
I hope we don't wait till he's gone to appreciate him
Davide M.
i have all his CD's since the first one......
Iron Mike
Phil Perry as well!
Crystal Banks
Plus his vocal lines are brilliant and clean
Tiffany Brown
Will is made of steel the unique artistry of serenading and mezmorizing acoustic sounds he's absolutely a mood and his unimaginable talent is forever a vibe I love Will the one and only🔥🔥
Adolfo Ebio
Will Downing....a truly blessed, gifted, soulful artist! 🎤🎧🎶🖤
Malinda Whitfield
Really great vocals, a once in a lifetime voice, in line with Luther VanDross, I feel really grateful to have seen in concert, and will hold that memory a lifetime with hope's of catching another concert. I love his voice and helping couples remember ❤
P F
Malinda - I have to admit I had never heard of Will Downing before, but I agree that he does sound reminiscent of Luther at times.