Monday, 7 December 2020

Taylor Dayne - I've Got My Love To Keep Me Warm


18 DAYS UNTIL CHRISTMAS!!

Buy-stream I've Got My Love To Keep Me Warm here (external link)
Read my Taylor Dayne album anniversary posts here

There is something magical about actual singing icon, Taylor Dayne, tackling both an American songbook standard and a much loved Christmas favourite. Her elegant take on I've Got My Love To Keep Me Warm is just the burst of euphoric happy we all need as a reward for getting through the global pandemic of 2020.  Sure, I'm about 2 years late in discovering this song but I've always believed a holiday single is for life, not just the year it was released - and it will find you when you need it the most. That is certainly true of this little gem, and I was charmed by it the moment I heard it. The song actually hails from the glorious On The Avenue movie and, in the hands of Taylor, remains a timeless beauty. With graceful piano and a shimmering percussion, Taylor's expressive voice brings every word to life as she savours the lyrics she sings. She becomes a glamourous chanteuse of the most sophisticated club, in perfect symmetry with the band. Add in that radiant oboe (I think) solo in the middle 8 and the lilting, soaring final moments and it is like a hug from an old friend. Delightful.

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