Tavares - Words And Music Lyrics






My darlin'
You know that I depend upon your very smile
And my day would not begin
Without your precious kiss
And if someone wrote my story
And tried to leave you out, huh
The most important part they'd surely miss

(Do you understand) I'm nothing without you
Girl, you're my heart, you're my soul
You're my life, it's true

You are the words
You are the music
You're the song that plays over and over
Again in my head

You are the words
You are the music
You're the tune that I dream of
And sing every morning in bed

No, I can't count the ways
You've brought me happiness
You've shown me what no other love has shown

(And, oh) If I live forever
If I live a million years
This heart will still want you and you alone

(Never, ever doubt) You are the only one
Girl, you're my world, you're my dreams
You're my morning sun

You are the words (You are the words)
You are the music (You are the music)
You're the song that plays over and over
Again in my head

You are the words (You are the words)
You are the music (You are the music)
You're the tune that I dream of
And sing every morning in bed

(Yes, it's true)
I'll dedicate each passing day to you
Now and forever more
Your love is what I'm living for
(Don't you understand) I'm holding out
I'm holding out my hand to you

You are the words (You are the words)
You are the music (You are the music)
You're the song that plays over and over
Again in my head

You are the words (You are the words)
You are the music (You are the music)
You're the tune that I dream of
And sing every morning in bed

You are the words (You are the words)
Girl, you're my music [Girl, you are my music] (You are the music)
You're the song that plays over and over
Again in my head

You are the words (You are the words)
Girl, you are my music [Girl, you are my music] (You are the music)
You're the tune that I dream of
And sing every morning in bed





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  1. f.... s....

    Tavares in 2019!!!

    f.... s....

    Yes Fred. I am listening to these remarkable singers for the past 10 days!! i'm on a Tavares binge and I just can't get enough of them it seems. Dec.2019 indeed.

  2. R.... D....

    FANTASTIC SONG. CLASSIC FOREVER

  3. N.... S....

    Dedicate this song to my late mom...Manite Shabangu ,there will never be another like you❤❤❤

  4. N.... C....

    Butch your voice ,, love you !,,,

  5. m.... e....

    What handsome. smooth, manly, beautiful voiced men.

  6. N.... M....

    Best music ever I love ❤️ them my favorite song of all time omg ❤️♥️

  7. b.... B....

    nothing without u oh how sweet that sounds

  8. W.... M....

    This song invokes beautiful emotions indeed!

  9. C.... R....

    with all my heart I dedicate this song to you my love, my everything, rest in PEACE, Neville💔💔💔💔💞

  10. J.... P....

    Just luv this song to bits

  11. J.... J....

    When I first heard this song I had just re-enlisted in the Navy after being out for 2 years and 10 months, and got stationed in Washington State and just got married that year...My Doll, "You are the words, you art the music, you're the tune that plays over and over again in my head...I dedicate this song to ypu...

  12. R.... S....

    Music of the highest quality. It's a pity that black people only make trash music nowadays.

  13. P.... S....

    Pretty, pretty song. Fantastic, Tavares!

  14. J.... J....

    This is what life sounds like. "Your are the words, "You are the words, you are the music."

  15. J.... J....

    Such a beautiful song with beautiful words. "You are the words, you are the music."

  16. J.... J....

    I totally forgot about this song...I even had this album...But, "You are the song, you are the the song, you are the music, you're the song that plays over and over in my head..." One of the greatest songs I've ever heard...

  17. p.... g....

    I Play this song every weekend at Rita's in Opelousas. La.in 1982.

  18. D.... C....

    It’s hard to believe that this song only charted at # 29 on the soul charts

  19. S.... S....

    Brings back good memories 👌

  20. M.... N....

    Lovely stuff taking me back to my youth days,really miss my early twenties

  21. Z.... M....

    good old days when i was watching tv1

  22. S.... M....

    what a song, takes me back in my early childhood... wow

  23. C.... C....

    Dada Tagle,
    My darlin',my Honey..
    You know that I depend upon your very smile
    And my day would not begin
    Without your precious kiss
    And if someone wrote my story
    And tried to leave you out, huh
    The most important part they'd surely miss

    Do you understand
    I'm nothing without you
    Girl, you're my heart, you're my soul
    You're my life, it's true

    You are the words
    You are the music
    You're the song that plays over and over
    Again in my head.

    You are the words
    You are the music
    You're the tune that I dream of
    And sing every morning in bed

    No, I can't count the ways
    You've brought me happiness
    You've shown me what no other love has shown
    My darlin'
    You know that I depend upon your very smile
    And my day would not begin
    Without your precious kiss
    And if someone wrote my story
    And tried to leave you out.
    The most important part they'd surely miss

    Do you understand
    I'm nothing without you
    Girl, you're my heart, you're my soul
    You're my life, it's true

    You are the words
    You are the music
    You're the song that plays over and over
    Again in my head.

    You are the words
    You are the music
    You're the tune that I dream of
    And sing every morning in bed.

    No, I can't count the ways
    You've brought me happiness
    You've shown me what no other love has shown.

    And If I live forever
    If I live a million years
    This heart will still want you and you alone

    Never, ever doubt
    You are the only one
    Girl, you're my world, you're my dreams
    You're my morning sun

    You are the words
    You are the music
    You're the song that plays over and over
    Again in my head

    You are the words
    You are the music
    You're the tune that I dream of
    And sing every morning in bed.

    Yes, it's true
    I'll dedicate each passing day to you
    Now and forever more
    Your love is what I'm living for
    Don't you understand
    I'm holding out
    I'm holding out my hand to you.

    You are the music
    You're the song that plays over and over
    Again in my head
    You are the words
    You are the words
    You are the music
    You are the music
    You're the tune that I dream of..
    And sing every morning in bed.
    - Aries Lorenzo Chongco
    ❤️July 22,2018

  24. F.... J....

    I love u butch

  25. K.... S....

    💋💋 kisses To chubby I love u

  26. V.... z....

    when this was named: soul music . thanks for this real music for our soul. now .......r&b duhhhhhh

  27. K.... ....

    This was the song that introduced me to Tavares when I was just a kid, love it to this very day..... endless classic

  28. R.... E....

    This is From the Heart💘🎶.. I can't count the ways
    You've brought me happiness
    You've shown me what no other love has shown
    If I live forever
    If I live a million years
    This heart will still want you and you alone
    (Never, ever doubt) You are the only one💗💞💞💞

  29. R.... M....

    That 5 part harmony was awesome. Still a beautiful song. Back in the day music. Love it. 😊❤

    R.... M....

    You are right honey

  30. c.... l....

    Great song from my childhood.. ......Some nice lookin' brothers.

  31. J.... X....

    Ha mais de 25 anos a procura desta musica...achei!! Obrigado!!

  32. M.... F....

    No words just tears of joy when I remember my late wife who died of cancer on the 29th Jan 2016, I played this heart ache soothing song the day before her burial. I thank her for giving me the best years of my life.

    M.... F....

    My friend, my heart goes out to you!!! Reading this shor statement about your late wife has brought tears to my eyes because I honestly believe you truly loved your wife and I'm laying next to mine listening to this song because it has so much powerful meaning and is so heartfelt emotion in it. I truly love my wife so much, I tell her every day and night and if I lose her to anything will destroy me. Because she is such a lovely woman, she is so kind hearted and caring and is so loving. We talk every day and we even stay on the phone until we just drift off to sleep until the phone hangs up on us. We are just that close.

    I am so, so sorry for your loss and after reading this I just broke down and cried for you. May God bless you and may He keep you in His arms is my prayer for you.

    God bless you my friend wherever you are

    M.... F....

    @Tony Jackson be in it for the long run brother, have lots of patience, and understanding, work on it all the time, never take things for granted, always show appreciation and good luck.

    M.... F....

    I dont believe on your sad stories

  33. M.... C....

    q bellos recuerdos!! Q hermosas voces!!

  34. H.... B....

    me recuerdo mi nines cuando nos dejo mi mama y oia esta cancion tan linda como la he buscado me ha echo llorar yo la cantaba

    H.... B....

    Yo.he llorado la buscaba y no la encontraba

  35. G.... M....

    In my opinion? Tavares was the absolute finest male R&B group from back in the day.

    They had 4 members who could sing lead!!! Best vocals...ever!!!

    This features Butch (tenor/falsetto) and Pooch (baritone). They often paired these two...and I see them as the soul version of the Righteous Brothers!!!

    Better than Motown or Philly Soul...TAVARES!!!!!

    G.... M....

    The Dramatics too all 5 members sung lead. Especially on that song Me And Ms.Jones😉

    G.... M....

    Great Music Never Dies actually it was the dramatics they sing five part harmony each member lead a song. Ron Banks voice is out of this world. "Check it out" listen to a song called "Me and Ms.Jones" by The Dramatics you be the Judge

    G.... M....

    Great Music Never Dies Butch Has A Amazing Voice

  36. R.... H....

    these brothers have power, style and talent. Thanks guys!

  37. A.... P....

    do you understand I'm nutting without you...

  38. M.... O....

    I dont normally comment on YT BUT...this was my dad's fav song! I remember he had an LP and would mime this to my mom in our 4 roomed home in Soweto! and they stayed married till death did them part... so I guess he meant every word for 29yrs of marriage. Robala ka kagiso Kgabo! (1950-2008)

  39. V.... W....

    Beautiful song.... New to me!!! Now one of my favorites of theirs!

  40. b.... j....

    The harmonizing in this song brings tears to my eyes.

  41. B.... D....

    GREAT!!!

  42. d.... a....

    I love the voices an the song is the best plus they look good an still do

  43. L.... P....

    7 years waiting to hear this song again.

  44. E.... ....

    Tavares Now has released a new single " Heaven 24 / 7 " featuring Pooch and Butch Tavares.

    E.... ....

    Thanks for this information I look out for it.

  45. P.... M....

    hmn,,, ,solid music they are timeless classics thanks guys you did it.

  46. s.... s....

    A truly beautiful song.

  47. G.... G....

    those good old days

  48. B.... S....

    it's really really beautiful music !

  49. D.... B....

    What a song!!! Can't get tired playing " the song over and over in my head"...

  50. S.... R....

    I have loved this song for many, many years! No other can compare...

  51. A.... A....

    Why don't they make music like this anymore??????

    A.... A....

    +AWETU ADENDORFF --- Sadly (they) just can't. Our blessings.

  52. R.... J....

    another jam my dad introduced me to all those years ago, what a classic, lyrically perfect.

  53. s.... M....

    where are they now i miss them

    s.... M....

    +Richard Modungwa They are still doing their thing ... have a show in Mass soon... check out their page on facebook for the venues they will be appearing

  54. C.... B....

    Nice Song! Never Knew This Song Was Performed By Tavares! Pretty Song!

  55. A.... S....

    Linda música, lindos recuerdos.

  56. m.... j....

    I 1st heard this song from my babies daddy Clyde Jackson III. Though we didn't make it, he gave me 4 wonderful boys. My twins we're taken from me, Bryan, and Ryan, but I still have two left. Clyde Jackson IV, and Jeremy Jerome Jackson. So to my babies daddy, I will always be grateful to you! Forever Thank You!

    m.... j....

    merilyn jackson beautiful words.sorry for your loss.I lost a son .he was 8 days old he had congenital heart defect

    m.... j....

    @mochaliscious1 Sorry for your loss as well. My two sons are now grown men, I give Ya haha the highest praise!

    m.... j....

    I know this was two years ago but I lost my mum in January I still going through early stages of grief.

  57. m.... j....

    So beautiful, brings tears to my eyes! Play On.

  58. P.... A....

    Realmente es una canción muy hermosa y absolutamente llena de sentimiento.  Maravillosa en síntesis.

  59. L.... M....

    I was only 17 years old when I had my son and I used to sing this song to him; I was so in love and mesmerised by this little life that I had created that I dedicated this song to him. Today he is all grown up and a very handsome man; very proud of myself for raising up this wonderful man all by myself.

  60. B.... M....

    I love this song it's my all time favorite. It speaks volumes. Lovely!!!! I was a small kid when I first heard this song and I been stuck on it since😄thanks Tavares👍

  61. T.... ....

    I was like 8 when this came out and my mom would play it as she got dressed...memories. RIP mom i love you..she had an autographed record from tavares and butch said to my beautiful shirely coleman love your butch I though WOW lol she is a star:)

    T.... ....

    Mia Snugs God bless you dear, your mom is in the hands of the greatest love song there could ever be...Gods Hands.

    T.... ....

    Thank you😊

    T.... ....

    Traci oh my God, thats wonderful!

    T.... ....

    Thank you, I was 15

    T.... ....

    Traci Wow...That is so beautiful and sweet!

  62. F.... J....

    I love u butch

  63. F.... J....

    Beautiful

  64. F.... J....

    The best on the best

  65. F.... J....

    Loving this I love butch

  66. F.... J....

    This song need to be release again beautiful

  67. F.... J....

    Amazing

  68. F.... J....

    I love it

  69. F.... J....

    What tenor butch wow

  70. F.... J....

    I never heard this song it is beautiful love u butch

  71. F.... J....

    Beautiful song love there voice

  72. F.... J....

    Love ubutch

  73. F.... J....

    Love u butch such a beautiful song

  74. F.... J....

    They need to release this song again it will sell I love it

  75. F.... J....

    Beautiful voice love u butch

  76. F.... J....

    I never heard this I love it is that cubby orr Arthor beautiful butch sound divine

  77. r.... u....

    musica maravilhosa,lembro do meu pai ele amava esta musica,uma reliquia,uma joia.......

  78. B.... S....

    Stunning!!!

  79. a.... S....

    What would life be without singers songs and music of such great quality? Two thumbs up to all the greats in the music fraternity, past, present, and future to come.

    a.... S....

    alonzo Steadman Great comment!

    a.... S....

    You said it! Truest words were never spoken

  80. B.... H....

    All I can say....Good old days!!!!  
    Haven't heart anything close to this since Boys II Men - On bended knees.

    B.... H....

    OMG it's like you read my mind.

  81. s.... G....

    Fantastic

  82. M.... M....

    One of my favorites.... familia  Pouch and Butch you truly do this song justice :-)
    ....

  83. T.... M....

    This song reminds me of my youth years, when things were very plain and simple.Remember hearing it for the first time and I was taken aback by this leading voice.

  84. V.... Q....

    You are the words you are the music you are no one to sang that song forever more that song never be forgotten thru the years to çome of the melody that comes in an from your voice the song that hit the chart years ago memories sweet melodies.vivia

  85. S.... D....

    Just lovely xxx

  86. V.... Q....

    Butch the son you sang you are the word you are the music what ever gospel it is you felt or feel round in your head to heart then thats what it is realm to reality you allways be loved for what you do deeds.vivia

  87. V.... Q....

    Hi luv your music I one your biggest fans adore your music love it the sweet melodies an harmony especialy in dont take the music.every one loves that.vivia

  88. B.... M....

    I've always thought this was a Roberta Flack song *embarrassed*

    B.... M....

    Definitely would be ideal for her!!

    B.... M....

    Me too!

    B.... M....

    Lol me too, the falsetto guy sounds like Roberta been searching so ling for this "Roberta Flack" song

    B.... M....

    Benoni Molete Wow...lol!!!

    B.... M....

    Me too. I checked this song to roberta flack song lists but not included now i found it. It was tavares

  89. M.... ....

    This reminds me of being a little boy back then when my mom used to play this. I love this. Thank you so much for posting this. 

  90. A.... N....

    Wow, wow! One of the greatest romantic songs of all time!

  91. J.... P....

    YAY!  Finally, 30 years later, a video of Words and Music.  Love it soooo much!!!!  Thank you Tavares!!!!  Don't take away the music! :)

  92. C.... S....

    This was one group people overlooked, that could sing with anyone. Tavares made great music

  93. j.... ....

    Love, love, love this! Tavares was my favorite group in jr high/high school.

  94. k.... r....

    one of my favorite of all times classic Tavares.