Life Is Good ('cause Uru)
Terry Manning»Heaven Knows
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Terry Manning is a music producer, songwriter, photographer and recording e… Read Full Bio ↴Terry Manning is a music producer, songwriter, photographer and recording engineer known for work in rock, rhythm and blues, and pop music genres. Manning began in the music industry in the early sixties in El Paso, Texas, where he played guitar with several local bands, and on occasion accompanied his friend Bobby Fuller. He moved in 1963 to Memphis, Tennessee, where he worked for years at both Stax Records and Ardent Studios as an engineer and producer, recording and mixing such artists as Isaac Hayes, Ike & Tina Turner, Booker T. & The MG's, Eddie Floyd, Al Green, Rufus Thomas, Sam & Dave, Billy Eckstine, Otis Redding, The Boxtops, Percy Sledge, The Staple Singers, Johnny Taylor, Leon Russell, Ronnie Milsap, and many others. Manning was a principal part of Stax owner Al Bell's production team for The Staple Singers, responsible for such hit records as "Heavy Makes You Happy," "Respect Yourself," and "I'll Take You There." In 1970, Manning licensed release of his own solo album, "Home Sweet Home," on Stax's Enterprise label. Later working as an independent, Manning produced or engineered recordings by Joe co*cker, WattStax, Alex Chilton, Big Star, James Taylor, Leon Russell, Led Zeppelin, ZZ Top, Jason & the Scorchers, Rhino Bucket, George Thorogood and The Destroyers, Joe Walsh, Johnny Winter, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, Molly Hatchet, The Angels, Johnny Diesel and The Injectors, Lenny Kravitz, Jimmy Buffett, Shakira, Crash Test Dummies, Shania Twain, Bryan Adams, Widespread Panic, and many others. As a photographer, Manning photographed Chuck Berry, Procol Harum, Steppenwolf, Janis Joplin, Jimi Hendrix, Dusty Springfield, and many other musical artists of the period, as both an independent and as a writer/photographer for New Musical Express. He was also one of the last to photograph his acquaintance, Dr. Martin Luther King, on the day before the assassination. In the mid 1980's Manning moved to London, and worked for a year out of Abbey Road Studios. In 1992, Chris Blackwell of Island Records fame sought out Manning and his wife Sherrie as partners to revitalize Blackwell's famous Compass Point Studios in Nassau, Bahamas, where they reside to this day.
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Life is good, life is sweet,
Everything is at our feet, oh yeah
When I see your smiling face,
Everything just falls in place, oh yes.
And my heart says, ""Hey, yea, yeah!""
Yes my heart says, ""Hey, yea, yeah!""
You know it's true,
Yes you do.
Well every time that I'm with you,
It doesn't matter what we do, oh no
'Cause anywhere and anything
With you's enough to make me sing, oh yeah
And my heart says, ""Hey, yea, yeah!""
Yes my heart says, ""Hey, yea, yeah!""
Yes it's true
You know it's true
Yes you do
You know I know you know it's true
And it's all because
It's just because
You are you
Well every day that I'm with you,
Is the very best I ever knew, oh yeah
And every minute we are one
Is always precious, always fun, oh yeah
And my heart says, ""Hey, yea, yeah!""
Oh oh my heart says, ""Hey, yea, yeah!""
You know it's true
Yes you do
I've never ever laughed so much
I guess you've got the magic touch, oh yeah
Telling stories, drinking wine
Always precious, always fine, oh yeah
And my heart says, ""Hey, yea, yeah!""
Oh oh my heart says, ""Hey, yea, yeah!""
Yes it's true,
You know it's true
Yes you do
You know I know you know it's true
And it's all because
It's just because
You are you
Oh oh heart says, ""Hey, yea, yeah!""
Oh oh my heart says, ""Hey, yea, yeah!""
You feel the same way too,
Yes you do!
I know you do
You feel the same way too.
The lyrics to Terry Manning's song "Life Is Good" express a profound sense of joy, contentment, and love. The opening lines, "Life is good, life is sweet, Everything is at our feet," describe a state of happiness and fulfillment. The singer feels that everything falls into place when they see the smiling face of their loved one. This implies that being in the presence of this person brings a sense of harmony and completion to their life.
The repetition of the phrase "And my heart says, 'Hey, yea, yeah!'" emphasizes the overwhelming feeling of love and excitement that the singer experiences. It signifies that their heart is fully invested and acknowledges the deep connection they share with their partner. The lyrics also mention that being together with this person is enough to make the singer sing, suggesting that their love brings them joy and inspiration.
Throughout the song, the singer highlights the importance of their relationship, expressing that every day and every minute spent with their loved one is precious and enjoyable. The lines "And every minute we are one, Is always precious, always fun" emphasize the happiness and fulfillment they experience in the presence of their partner.
Overall, the lyrics convey a profound sense of appreciation for the love and happiness that the singer has found in their relationship. It paints a picture of a harmonious and fulfilling connection, where every moment feels cherished and every smile brings joy.
Life is good, life is sweet,
Life is enjoyable and pleasant.
Everything is at our feet, oh yeah
We have all the opportunities and possibilities.
When I see your smiling face,
Your happiness brings me joy.
Everything just falls in place, oh yes.
Everything seems to work out perfectly.
And my heart says, "Hey, yea, yeah!"
My heart feels joyful and excited.
Yes my heart says, "Hey, yea, yeah!"
Indeed, my heart expresses happiness.
You know it's true,
You are aware that it is genuine.
Yes you do.
Absolutely, you acknowledge it.
Well every time that I'm with you,
Every moment spent together.
It doesn't matter what we do, oh no
The activities are not significant.
'Cause anywhere and anything
Regardless of the location or activity
With you's enough to make me sing, oh yeah
Being with you brings me immense happiness.
Yes it's true
Undoubtedly, it is sincere.
You know it's true
You recognize its authenticity.
Yes you do
Certainly, you do.
You know I know you know it's true
You are aware that I am aware of its truth.
And it's all because
The reason for it all
It's just because
The sole reason
You are you
Your unique self brings about this happiness.
Well every day that I'm with you,
Each day spent together
Is the very best I ever knew, oh yeah
It surpasses any previous experiences.
And every minute we are one
Every moment when we are together
Is always precious, always fun, oh yeah
It is always valuable and enjoyable.
I've never ever laughed so much
I have never laughed this much before.
I guess you've got the magic touch, oh yeah
Your presence brings joy and laughter.
Telling stories, drinking wine
Sharing conversations and enjoying wine.
Always precious, always fine, oh yeah
Always valuable and perfect.
Oh oh my heart says, "Hey, yea, yeah!"
My heart expresses excitement and joy.
Yes it's true,
Indeed, it is genuine.
You know it's true
You recognize its authenticity.
Yes you do
Certainly, you do.
You feel the same way too,
You have the same emotions.
I know you do
I am aware that you feel this way.
You feel the same way too.
You share the same emotions.
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Written by: ROB MANNING
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