In 1990 Usher joined an R&B local quintet called the NuBeginnings, which was organized by local music svengali, Darryl Wheeler and then he decided to pursue a career in music. Aside from recording, Usher has ventured into business. He has established his own record label, US Records, and is a part owner of the Cleveland Cavaliers franchise. He has also dabbled in acting, with a recurring role on the teen sitcom Moesha, and roles in the films The Faculty (1998, with Josh Harnett) She's All That (1999, with Freddie Prinze, Jr.) and Texas Rangers (2001, with Ashton Kutcher).
Forever Young
usher Lyrics
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All the days, so dark and dim
But It's like the raise of the sun somehow came down
To shine, when you were around
And I always thought that I'd
Never find that one
To make me feel forever young
Would be with you and no one else
If I had open arms
Would you have a heart to spare?
If ever you want me near
I'll be there to run and say I'm there
Givin' you someone that understands
And a love that will never end
I can be all that you need and more
It's time I know, I swear, never again
See I think It's love, I've fallen in
And I can't figure It out, the way
It's amazin' how you surround me
By the touch of your hand, If I could
Everything I'd write, and the blue skies
Form me In your eyes to see
Together you can me, forever young
But If I had one wish, my life to share
Would be with you and no one else
If I had open arms
Would you have a heart to spare?
If ever you want me near
I'll be glad to run and say I'm here
Someone that understands
And a love that would never end
I can be all that you need and more
Can't keep runnin'
In the same direction
There's gotta be a better way
Together you and me will be
Forever young
But If I had one wish, my life to share
Would be with you, and no one else
If I had open arms
Would you have a heart to spare?
And if you ever feel that you want me near
I'll be there to run and say I'm there
Givin' you someone that understands
And a love that will never end
I can be all that you need and more
The lyrics of the song Forever Young by Usher represents his search for someone to make him feel young and alive, and his discovery of love in the process. The song begins darkly, with the singer describing his past as lonely and meaningless, indicating a desire for redemption through love. However, upon finding the object of his love, he becomes hopeful and optimistic about their future together, emphasizing the potential for happiness and growth that a shared life can offer. Usher attributes meaning and significance to this love, spending most of the lyrics detailing how he will support his partner and fill their life with more joy.
In the bridge of the song, there is a shift from the singer describing his own emotions and desires to a more collaborative and supportive tone. Here, Usher acknowledges that the path to happiness requires both of them to be willing to work together, indicating that the love he has discovered is not just for himself but for his partner too. He recognizes that they need to communicate and find a "better way" to move forward, and encourages his partner with promises of love, understanding, and support.
Overall, the song expresses Usher's journey towards discovering love, and his willingness to embrace it fully as a path towards happiness and fulfillment. It highlights the importance of finding someone who understands and supports you, and who can make you feel new again.
Line by Line Meaning
I've walked alone and felt as if no one cared
Despite feeling misunderstood and alone, I found someone who raised me up
All the days, so dark and dim, but It's like the raise of the sun somehow came down to shine when you were around
My days were gloomy until I met someone who added warmth and light to my life
And I always thought that I'd never find that one to make me feel Forever Young.
I was doubtful about finding true love that would make me feel young and alive again
But If I had one wish, my life to share would be with you, and no one else
My only wish is to spend my life with the one I love, and no one else
If I had open arms..would you have a heart to spare? If ever you want me near..I'll be there to run and say I'm there giving you someone that understands
I am always ready to love and support the one I love, and be their understanding partner
It's time I know..I swear, never again..See I think It's love, I've fallen in..And I can't figure It out, the way It's amazing how you surround me
I am convinced that I've fallen in love, and I can't believe how amazing it feels to be surrounded by it
By the touch of your hand, If I could..everything I'd write, and the blue skies form me In your eyes to see..Together you can me Forever Young
Even a touch of my love's hand is enough to inspire me to write beautiful things, and in their eyes, I see endless possibilities for a beautiful future together
Can't keep running in the same direction, there's gotta be a better way
I can't keep living my old lonely life as I've found a better direction
Together you and me will be Forever young.
Together, we will live a love story that will keep us forever young
If I had open arms..would you have a heart to spare? And if you ever feel that you want me near..I'll be there to run and say I'm there giving you someone that understands
I promise to always keep my heart open for you, and to be there when you need me the most
I can be all that you need and more..
I am willing to give everything to the one I love to make them happy and content
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: James Lackey, Ryon Lovett, Usher Raymond
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@DrGR33K
I have no idea how I ended up with the Japanese version of the album (which included the full version of this song), but it instantly became my favourite Usher song.
I remember telling my friends about this song but they said I was crazy until I was able to play my CD. I’m glad I was able to find a copy of it to show my girlfriend.
@JermarcoB91
got the cd when it first came out and this is my first time hearing the full version of this and i love it. he went so hard on this. usher no doubt the best of this generation.
@azrilpradipta6212
The one of my fav songs from usher, so many memories in this song, make me melting 😍
@alafiaxbelle5894
OMG I Never knew it had a full song!!! so glad I found it
@isaiahadams1208
Me too
@beholdalady1127
Same here!
@deannawatkins3721
Me neither but it's a blessing to know now!!
@mwc29
AMAZING VOCAL PERFORMANCE.. HOW WAS IT NOT NOMINATED FOR A GRAMMY!!!! :S
@aprilmarie5298
Thank you so much for downloading this full version. I heard it as the Intro on Here I Stand and fell in love with this song... ❤❤❤
@killburn56
this song made me grab my heart from how emotional it was