Not One Minute More
Della Reese
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[Chorus] I'll only love you As long as the sea Rolls on endlessly To the shore I'll love you til then Not one minute more I'll only love you Til there's only night And the sun The sun gives no light as before I'm gonna love you til then Not one minute more I'm yours, heart and soul, I'm yours And all that I'll ever possess But if you should say to me Will you always be I'll just have to confess I'll only love you As long as the beat The beat of my heart Can rest me still once more I can love you til then Not one minute more I know I can love you til then Not one minute more
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Written by: DON ROBERTSON, HAL BLAIR, LOU DINNING
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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12 facts about this song
_Artist Contribution_"Not One Minute More" is a ballad recorded by two great artists: Della Reese and Earl Grant. The song is characterized by the soulful and jazzy singing styles of both singers.
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_Year of Release_The song was originally released in 1959.
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_Chart Performance_"Not One Minute More" peaked at number 16 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
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_Song's Popularity_Despite not reaching the very top on the charts, "Not One Minute More" remained a classic and favorite among fans of Della Reese and Earl Grant.
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_Della Reese's Legacy_Della Reese was not only a singer but also a well-known actress, even earning a Golden Globe nomination for her performances.
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_Respective Careers_Unlike Della Reese, Earl Grant was not only a vocalist but also a pianist and organist.
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_Cover Versions_"Not One Minute More" has been covered by other artists through the years, showcasing its influence and timeless appeal.
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_Universal Appeal_The song's theme of longing and unrequited love has resonated with many listeners, contributing to its lasting relevance.
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_Earl Grant's Tragedy_Sadly, Earl Grant died in a car accident in 1970, cutting his promising music career short.
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_Della Reese's TV Role_In addition to her music career, Reese was notable for starring as Tess, the lead role in the television show "Touched by an Angel."
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_Format of Release_Initially, "Not One Minute More" was released as a 45rpm single, which was the standard release format for pop songs during the late 1950s.
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_High Influential Song_Despite its relative obscurity today, "Not One Minute More" was indicative of the trends in popular music at the time and showcased the talents of two accomplished artists in the music industry.
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