The Best Is Yet to Come

Grover Washington, Jr., Patti LaBelle

About The Best Is Yet to Come

"The Best Is Yet To Come" is a 1982 song written by Philadelphia-based songwriters Cynthia Biggs and Dexter Wansel, who also produced the song as a duet between jazz saxophonist Grover Washington Jr. and American recording artist Patti LaBelle.


Year:
2005
5:59
103 
#1

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Give me the sun
I'll give you the moonlight
Love will set us free
If we just believe the best is yet to come

[Chorus]
Show me your smile
I'll fill it with laughter
That will light your mind
As long as we believe
The best is yet to come

Can you see what I see
On the road ahead
Do you know 
there's a new life there 

Waiting there
Give me your world
And I'll give you heaven
Love will set us free
As long as we believe
The best is yet to come

[Chorus]

Give me the sun
And I'll give you moonlight
Yes I will?

Can you see what I see
On the road ahead
Do you know 
there's a new life there 

Waiting there
Give me the world
And I'll give you heaven
Love will set us free
As long as we believe
The best is yet to come

Baby don't you know that 
As long as we believe
The best is yet to come
Oh?
Play it now?

Break
I will give you love and understanding
If you show me your love
Hey, hey
Give me the sun
Show me your smile
Give me your world 
Baby ah, ah?
I'll be what you want me to be 
(Yeah)
I'll give you moon light
I'll fill you with laughter
I'll give you a
Hey, hey, hey, hey?
The best is yet 
To come

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Patti LaBelle

Patricia Louise Holte-Edwards (born May 24, 1944), better known under the stage name Patti LaBelle, is a Grammy Award winning American singer, author and actress who has spent over 50 years in the music industry. LaBelle spent 16 years as lead singer of Patti LaBelle and the Bluebelles, who changed their name to Labelle in the early 1970s and released the iconic disco song, "Lady Marmalade". more »

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Written by: SHANNON GREENE, TODD N. TERRY

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

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10 facts about this song

Song Album
"The Best Is Yet to Come" is originally from Patti LaBelle's seventh studio album, "Winner in You", which was released in April 1986.
Chart Rankings
The song reached number one on the Billboard Hot Black Singles chart and remained there for two weeks. It also achieved a considerable position (#14) on the Billboard Dance Club Songs chart.
Collaboration Work
"The Best is Yet to Come" is a duet featuring Patti LaBelle and Grover Washington Jr., who was a renowned jazz-funk / soul-jazz saxophonist.
Award Nomination
The song received a nomination in 1987 for a Grammy Award for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals.
Composition
"The Best Is Yet to Come" was penned by prolific songwriters Cynthia Biggs and Dexter Wansel.
Hit Maker
The song was a massive hit and contributed to making the album "Winner in You" the most successful album of Patti LaBelle's solo career.
Background
"The Best Is Yet To Come" represents Patti LaBelle's return to her R&B roots after showing her versatility in several genres including pop, soft rock, and gospel.
Song Theme
The song carries a motivational message, expressing hope and optimism and stating that the best things in life are yet to come regardless of how good or bad the present situation may be.
Impact
Not only did "The Best Is Yet To Come" top charts, but it also increased the popularity of its singer, Patti Labelle, marking her as one of the leading figures in the 80s R&B scene.
Musical Style
The song showcases LaBelle's wide vocal range perfectly, featuring elements of soul, jazz, and dance-pop, it reflects the upbeat vibes and optimism of the 80s musical era.

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