The Sweetest Days

Vanessa Williams

About The Sweetest Days

"The Sweetest Days" is the first single from Vanessa Williams' third studio album of the same name. The song was written by the same team who previously penned "Save the Best for Last" for Williams. The single reached No. 18 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and No. 3 on the US Adult Contemporary Charts.


Year:
1996
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You and I in this moment,
Holding the night so close,
Hanging on, still unbroken 
while outside the thunder rolls.
Listen now you can her my heart beat
warm against life's bitter cold.
 
These are the days. 
the sweetest days we'll know.
 
There are times that scare me.
We'll rattle the house like the wind,
both of us so unbending.
We battle the fear within.
All the while life is rushing by us.
Hold it now and don't let go.
 
These are the days. 
the sweetest days we'll know.
 
So, we'll whisper a dream here in the darkness.
Watching the stars till their gone.
And when even the mem'ries have all faded away,
these days go on and on.
 
Listen now, you can hear my heartbeat.
Hold me now and don't let go.
(These are the days,)
ev'ry day is the sweetest day we'll know.
(These are the days,)
 

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Vanessa Williams

Vanessa Lynn Williams (born March 18, 1963) is an American singer, actress, and fashion designer. She initially gained recognition as the first woman of African-American descent to receive the Miss America title when she was crowned Miss America 1984 in 1983. However, a scandal arose the following year when, a few weeks prior to the end of her reign, Williams learned that Penthouse magazine would be publishing unauthorized nude photographs of her in an upcoming issue. Amid growing media controversy and scrutiny, Williams resigned as Miss America in July 1984 (under pressure from the Miss America Organization), and was replaced by first runner-up Miss New Jersey Suzette Charles. Thirty-two years later, Miss America CEO Sam Haskell offered her a public apology … more »

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Written by: PHILIP EDWARD GALDSTON, JON LIND, WENDY WALDMAN

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10 facts about this song

Release Details
"The Sweetest Days" is the third album by American singer Vanessa Williams, released by Wing Records/Mercury Records on December 6, 1994.
Single Performance
The title track "The Sweetest Days" was released as the leading single from the album. It was a commercial success, reaching number 18 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 3 on the Adult Contemporary chart.
Album Success
The album was one of William’s most successful, receiving multiple platinum certifications. "The Sweetest Days" is certified with two Platinum in the US, having sold over 2.2 million copies nationally, making it Williams' best-selling album to date.
Awards and Nominations
The album earned Vanessa two Grammy Award nominations in 1996, which were for Best Pop Vocal Performance (Female) for the song "The Sweetest Days" and Best R&B Vocal Performance (Female) for the song "The Way That You Love".
Different Genres
"The Sweetest Days" incorporates a diverse range of genres including pop, R&B, jazz, and Broadway. Such diversity showcased the versatility and range of Williams as a singer.
Collaboration
Famed songwriters Kenny Edmonds (aka Babyface), and award-winning producers such as Keith Thomas and Phil Galdston contributed to this album, adding both depth and variety to the music.
Williams’ Personal Importance
Williams has shared that "The Sweetest Days" holds a special place in her heart, as she believes the lyrics to the song mirror the personal growth she was experiencing at the time.
Album Artwork
The album cover features a striking image of Vanessa Williams against a blue background, with her name and album title in elegant font. This simplicity allows Williams' natural beauty to shine through, further endearing her to fans.
Cultural Impact
"The Sweetest Days," both the song and album, represents a significant moment for Williams. It solidified her status as a multitalented performer — an actor, singer, and beauty queen, paving the way for other artistes to explore multiple avenues in their careers.
Music Video
The music video for "The Sweetest Days", directed by Herb Ritts, features interpretive dance and motifs of nature to complement Williams's emotive performance. The artistic direction in the clip further cements Williams as a multifaceted artist.

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