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Introduction
Clint Black’s “When I Said I Do,” performed with Lisa Hartman Black, captures a snapshot of true love’s promise, echoing through the corridors of country music history.
About The Composition
- Title: When I Said I Do
- Composer: Clint Black
- Premiere Date: August 30, 1999
- Album/Opus/Collection: D’lectrified
- Genre: Country
Background
The song represents Clint Black’s personal reflection on marriage and commitment, achieved significant acclaim by reaching the pinnacle of country music charts in the U.S. and Canada, and became a beloved duet with his wife.
Musical Style
Employing a classic country style, the song features acoustic instrumentation and harmonious duets, creating a warm, inviting musical experience that resonates with themes of love and partnership.
Lyrics/Libretto
The lyrics articulate the solemn vows of marriage, promising eternal support and devotion, encapsulating the essence of a committed relationship.
Performance History
Its introduction to the public was met with great enthusiasm, propelling Clint and Lisa Hartman Black to notable heights in the country music scene.
Cultural Impact
The song’s influence extends beyond music, becoming a staple in wedding celebrations and covered by other notable artists, underscoring its universal appeal.
Legacy
Over time, “When I Said I Do” has grown to symbolize the ideal of marital fidelity and love, maintaining its relevance in contemporary culture.
Conclusion
“When I Said I Do” remains an essential exploration for those interested in the confluence of personal experience and artistic expression in music, continuing to inspire and move audiences around the world.
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Lyrics
These times are troubled and these times are good
And they’re always gonna be, they rise and they fall
We take ’em all the way that we should
Together you and me forsaking them all
Deep in the night and by the light of day
It always looks the same, true love always does
And here by your side, or a million miles away
Nothin’s ever gonna change the way that I feel,
The way it is, is the way that it was
When I said I do, I meant that I will ’til the end of all time
Be faithful and true, devoted to you
That’s what I had in mind when I said I do
Well this old world keeps changin’, and the world stays the same
For all who came before, and it goes hand and hand
Only you and I can undo all that we became
That makes us so much more, than a woman and a man
And after everything that comes and goes around
Has only passed us by, here alone in our dreams
I know there’s a lonely heart in every lost and found
But forever you and I will be the ones
Who found out what forever means
When I said I do, I meant that I will ’til the end of all time
Be faithful and true, devoted to you
That’s what I had in mind when I said I do
Truer than true, you know that I’ll always be there for you
That’s what I had in mind, that’s what I had in mind,
When I said I do