Gladys Knight & The Pips: “Every Beat of My Heart” – A Timeless Declaration of Enduring Love
In the tapestry of American soul music, few voices resonate with the same power and grace as Gladys Knight’s. Among their vast collection of hits, “Every Beat of My Heart” stands out as a timeless gem, a soulful ballad that captures the essence of unwavering devotion.
Background
Originally released in 1961 by Johnny Otis and his group The Royals, “Every Beat of My Heart” found new life in 1967 when Gladys Knight & The Pips recorded their now-iconic rendition.
This version, propelled by Knight’s powerhouse vocals and the group’s signature harmonies, reached number nine on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and solidified their status as soul music royalty.
The song’s narrative is a heartfelt declaration of love. The lyrics, penned by Johnny Otis, paint a vivid picture of a woman’s complete devotion to her partner.
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Lyrics
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Every Beat Of My Heart
Every Beat Of My Heart
Rod Stewart
Through these misty eyes I see lonely skies
Lonely road to Babylon
Where’s my family
And my country
Heaven knows where I belong
Pack my bags tonight
Here’s one Jacobite
Who must leave or surely die
Put me on a train
In the pouring rain say farewell
But don’t say goodbye
Seagull carry me, over land and sea
To my own folk, that’s where I want to be
Every beat of my heart
Tears me further apart
I’m lost and alone in the dark
I’m going home
One more glass of wine
Just for auld lang syne
And the girl I left behind
How I miss her now In my darkest hour
And the way our arms entwine
Seagull carry me, over land and sea
To my own folk, that’s where I want to be
Every beat of my heart
Tears me further apart
I’m lost and alone in the dark
I’m going home
And we’ll drink a toast
To the blood red rose
Cheer a while the
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