Ray Charles - A Song For You (Official Lyric Video)

The official lyric video for Ray Charles' "A Song For You" from the upcoming boxset TRUE GENIUS
Leon Russell’s classic ballad "A Song For You" has been covered many times, by many artists. Ray Charles recorded version, from his 1993 album My World, earned him a Grammy Award for Best Male R&B Vocal Performance. A favorite song of his good friend Willie Nelson, Charles famously sang the song to him on the occasion of his 70th birthday live at The Beacon Theatre in New York.
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LYRICS:
I've been so many places in my life and time
I've sung a lot of songs, I've made some bad rhymes
I've acted out my love on stages
With 10,000 people watching
But we're alone now and I'm singing this song to you
I know your image of me is what I hope to be
I treated you unkindly, but darling can't you see
There's no one more important to me
Darling can't you please see through me
'Cause we're alone now and I'm singing this song to you
You taught me precious secrets
Of the truth, withholding nothing
You came out in front and I was hiding
But now, I'm so much better
And if my words don't come together
Listen to the melody, 'cause my love's in there hiding
I love you in a place where there's no space and time
I love you for my life, you are a friend of mine
And when my life is over
Remember when we were together
We were alone and I was singing this song to you
But I love you in a place where there's no space and time
I love you for my life, you are a friend of mine
And when my life is over
Remember when we were together
We were alone and I was singing this song for you
We were alone and I was singing this song for you
We were alone and I was singing my song
Singing this song for you
#RayCharles #TrueGenius #OfficialAudio #LeonRussell

[@kenjeansonne3319]

PS this song was written by the late great Leon Russell

[@KateBates22zabu]

No one can top Leon's version of his song. OMG the emotion in this song takes me over. Love Ray but stick with Leon on this. He was a beautiful man, easy on the eyes🕊

[@Peteripattaya]

I always thought it was Ray who wrote it.

[@joshualammas5992]

@@Peteripattaya it was.

[@yvettecoggins6119]

RIP to the original writer of this song. ..Leon Russell.

[@onajae]

Donnie Hathaway’s cover of this song is amazing. Breathtaking. It was written for him.

[@kategarcia4301]

There are no bad versions of this beautify written song. Always makes me cry.

[@Lenrodukgoa]

I very much agree, I was just saying that to myself and I saw your comment.

[@JohnMoore-xf5wy]

Me, too.

[@henryhuynh2099]

Look up the live version where he sings this to Willie Nelson w Leon.

[@kirstenmckenley2287]

Ditto

[@patsyporter1777]

Tears as i listen. My heart melts

[@moe9196]

This song was written by the late great southern rocker Leon Russel . He also played with and composed and arranged songs for every genre imaginable . A song for you has been recorded by 200 different music artists . Ray does a fine job here . But i think the best cover was done by Donny Hathaway . Hathaway is popularly known for his two hit single duos with Roberta Flack ."Where Is the Love" and "The Closer I Get to You and other collaborations with Flack . He did much singing, song writing , arranging and composing for other artists and released some solo albums . Tragically , he took his own life " as often lovers do" in January 1979 . He was only 33 years old . he is sincerely and sadly missed

[@andrewlayne4696]

Yea Danny Hathaway was a classic love that one

[@moe9196]

@@andrewlayne4696 not trying to be a prick my friend but his name was DONNY Hathaway . I still miss him . If there is " a better place " as they say, after this life, I'm sure Donny Hathaway is there

[@okiepita50t-town28]

Leon’s greatest song. And brother Ray did it justice.

[@fordsrestorations970]

I also want to congratulate the people who did the Artwork for this masterpiece song , I do not believe anybody could have done better. Thank you

[@22RosesGrow]

Amazing art, absolutely.

[@MarttiSuomivuori]

These harmonies are on another level.

[@dedraneely7827]

So pure.. so raw..so unprotected..so REAL.

[@velinam.6593]

That song was for you!

[@kathif17]

❤ yes it was written by Leon Russell but Charles does it totally exta special. I love both makes me cry😢❤

[@Lyrielonwind]

Karen Carpenter

[@virginiawilliams8947]

Leon Russell AND Ray Charles are both greats as far as music 🤷🏽‍♀️❤️

[@uilmaramachadodemelo2416]

P E R F E C T!!!!!!!!

[@karenreardon5398]

Where would the music industry be without song writers? RIP oh great one - Leon Russell.

[@surgeonazfarzaidi2259]

written and sung first time by sir leon russel back in 1971 ...

[@JuddWheeler-jp7so]

Only one Ray Charles. Only one. There will never another. Thank you, Ray. For blessing us with your timeless music. Everyone makes mistakes. Sometimes the damage can't be undone. Ray Charles will never be forgotten

[@billofrightsamend4]

My mom loves Ray Charles, but she always had Nat King Cole records. I walked into an antique store and the owner was playing her Ray Charles vinyl record,it had GEORGIA ON MY MIND on it. I was hooked. I asked her if it was possibly for sale. Of course she said no. But I went out and bought some of his CD'S. Some people sing from their head, and some sing from the heart, but Ray sings to your soul.

[@robertripley9274]

I love you in a place where there's no space or time.....

[@0funnyguy0]

The best line in the song

[@virgiliomejiasalazar3438]

Ray Charles was a wizard. If you don't believe me... How come my eyes betray me with tears each time l get to listen to his music that inchants me so much.

[@0funnyguy0]

The best version of this Leon Russell song ever

[@Mike35858]

@0funnyguy0 I agree with you.

[@anthonywise996]

You must not have heard donny Hathaway sing it that is actually the most popular version

[@0funnyguy0]

I located it and it is FABULOUS, but I still think Ray did the best version. Maybe, I just like Ray's voice better.

[@sarahvanbrakle3573]

Beautiful just beautiful both from Donnie and Ray, RIP❤

[@sue6454]

Saw Ray Charles at Lincoln Playhouse Dinner Theatre in 1976 with Rayettes. ❤

[@lynnaridgeway2104]

Love Rays rendition. Thanks Leon for a great song.

[@angelamitten2982]

Beautiful song 💗🎵😊🙏

[@suzannesellers7383]

After seeing the film Ray, I understand that Ray is the perfect person to do a cover of this Leon Russell masterpiece.

[@PieceMealBuggy]

❤❤❤❤ Música 😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@JohnMoore-xf5wy]

They sounded so much alike. Wonderful.

[@user-ss9ud3kz8v]

Nothing is better❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@wiekhiongwong548]

Sound of a legend.

[@user-qp2jz4te5x]

Wonderful song ❣️❤💖👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@normancole8932]

An absolutely beautiful Leon Russell song..

[@stefyguereschi]

It's a BEAUTIFUL AND VERY Reflective Song. Ray Charles'vocal IS PERFECT for the melancholic NATURE OF THE THE LYRICS. Can't HELP BUT getting a bit mysty"eyed when i HEAR it' 👏👏👏💕

[@BENjamin3931]

My favorite of Ray Charles 🤩

[@user-pc7kp9py3s]

It’s been 32 yrs .. & i still miss you everyday ❤

[@sayusayme7729]

Heartfelt memories in this wonderful music, love sharing our differences and loving anyway 🤍🌬️🕯️

[@traceystanley3554]

This song touches my soul and gives me chills and a lump in the throat every time I hear it.

[@rodneywilliams7789]

This song brings tears of joy to my face ever single time I hear it.

[@marieafrieden9918]

Every Single Time ❤ from France

[@Jason-eh3uj]

VERY CLASSY. GREAT COVER. SHOW SOME LOVE.

[@Halkema]

Ray Charles musisi yg legendaris...👍 aku suka lagu nya ❤ song for 👉

[@heloisanovaes5702]

Ray singing this precious song breaks any heart. It's impossible not to cry...

[@JohnRankin1943]

No body does it like Ray.

[@user-vv7te9rz1w]

Рей , умеет щекотать нервы, своим пением. Очень чувственно и нежно. 👏👏👏

[@eduka9444]

the king Ray!

[@adelelsheikh3515]

🖤🌹 Bro... it's ain't just a normal song it's an precious art and memories

[@stephaniefortney22]

Absolutely Beautiful…Absolutely A Gift of Love, Singing my Song for you…Fills my eyes with tears and a smile that never ends a Gift to Be so Loved…

[@user-qp2jz4te5x]

Absolutely beautiful ❤️

[@NP-zd1zn]

A mí padre , así es ! 🤍🙏🏻A great description of a real life, this song is filled with a very deep feeling. For me it is my father! Someday we will meet again wherever heaven is!🤍🙏🏻

[@jillharling]

My dearest Leon, thank you for so many songs you never really got credit for, love you babe! Rest well.😔

[@uoauibdhv]

I sure do see why he was one of Billy Joel's influences; he's brilliant!

[@lhea57]

Love this song!

[@HCdeSouza]

Meu Deus...que música linda d+. Coisa pra quem não tem o coração vazio ou cheio de lixos.

[@valiskoumalova]

This song’s literally touching my heart🖤💔

[@murph3001]

Ray was and is the best we ever had. Any genre ___ his influence is still felt today. Love you Ray . You are my hero .

[@alexkessel5980]

I forget about... troubles...and flying on the waves of this fantastic song by amazing voice of Ray Charles...Thank you!

[@ednasoaresbrasil3040]

Está é a mais linda Interpretação de Ray Charles! Que voz romântica e sensual! Maravilhosa criação e apresentação! ❤❤❤

[@mariammantian6323]

Idk why i cry too bad when i listen to this song..

[@dariankrieger4813]

Why?

[@ginajones2328]

I cry too beautifully written by Sir Leon Russell one of the best love songs ever.... Love you in a place of no space or time ❤

[@Kim-okiepb8h]

I have always loved this song!❤ It’s nice to see that there are songs by Ray Charles on here! It’s been a while since I last heard him sing! He had such a special & one of a kind voice! I do love to hear him sing! RIP RAY CHARLES, RIP LEON RUSSELL!!❤❤❤

[@annebusby2483]

Love Ray Charle’s version of this ❤

[@user-sc1nz4ro7g]

The King 🫶🏼🫶🏼🫶🏼beautiful ❤️thank you for the music 🥲🌺

[@jacekkowalczyk7676]

Perfect song for ever for me

[@ednasoaresbrasil3040]

Gostaria tanto de ouvir meu cantor favorito, cantando esta bela e romântica música para mim. Fecho meus olhos e deixo a imaginação me levar. Gratidão à Deus, por amar e me sentir amada. Parabéns ao Ray Charles pela belíssima apresentação!❤❤❤

[@tourajeftekhari8574]

Is there anything better than listening to Ray and this particular song....never.

[@agenciasindical]

Santo Deus. Como cantava esse homem.

[@morikopall1137]

Fantastic..!❤

[@paulmcdermott638]

Respect

[@pregadorjeremiassper2501]

Uma das músicas mais lindas que já ouvi! Uma obra de arte!!!!

[@algiemcneal2014]

Absolutely beautiful song, Ray sung his heart out❤

[@ednasoaresbrasil3040]

Esta linda, delicada e sensível canção me trazem lágrimas aos olhos e um sentimento que vive em meu coração. Gratidão por me lembrar através desta maravilhosa música, que o amor ainda vive em mim.❤❤❤❤❤

[@ednasoaresbrasil3040]

Que música maravilhosa! Que letra! Que voz! Quanto sentimento, vindo do fundo a alma! Esta canção me toca profundamente! Meus olhos se enchem de lágrimas. Gratidão a Deus, por ser uma mulher sensível e amorosa Obrigada ao autor e à Ray Charles por interpretá-la maravilhosamente!❤❤❤❤

[@vikkieolian22]

I cry everytime.

[@agnesfaggianelli4132]

Agnes

[@rodneywilliams7789]

Me too

[@rafaelmartinezmunoz7788]

I remember when we were together! París 1990, Palais des congres, in the second part of a beneficent show against sida. We were alone, in this magic touch of music you give to the night, and you sang this song and so much more, and more and more. It was endless as like you knew your lost brother was here listening to you and in this encounter you've given it all (a sad story i didn't know at this time). 31 years and the same old thrills every time i ear you singing this song ! I can't forget. And i ever remember this moments that there is no twice in life. Chapeau l'artiste ! And thanks so big if It can be say!

[@thegriffin4049]

Can't Nobody Do the song like Ray

[@Lyrielonwind]

Karen Carpenter

[@rolphwartieda2707]

I cried when he passed away, but! I cried again when I found out ... he was an addict; it was like a mountain crushing in front of me but I am still listening to his song. I dedicate it to the one I love; it was all worth it ... I enjoyed her dedication to me, up to the moon!

[@kettymartire7660]

🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗 pura magia di voce e piano grazie Mr Ray❤❤💯💯💯

[@Lydia-cc1wp]

Excellent video. graphic art.

[@yanma7975]

The original one of music 🥺🤍

[@rhodaglover6500]

❤❤❤

[@buarqueamorimj2817]

2 GÊNIOS NESSA CANÇÃO. A VOZ QUE VEM DA ALMA, ÍMPAR DESSE ÍCONE RAY🖤 CHARLES E LEON RUSSEL OUTRO MÚSICO GENIAL COMPOSITOR DESSA EMOCIONANTE CANÇÃO QUE TB GRAVOU BELISSIMAMENTE. É MUITA EMOÇÃO NESSA PERFORMANCE❗🖤🌼🎙🎼🎵🎶🎹🌼👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@suzanneloignon8095]

Beau comme toute musique de Ray Charles

[@acdebiase]

Classic Leon tune. Beautiful

[@tanyawebber8867]

Beautiful words beautiful song 🤩

[@ameralbadry6825]

I love you in a place where there is no space or time, I love you for my life yes you are a friend mine. We were alone and I was singing my song. ❤

[@IamLoe]

Blues

[@bellinalina7811]

Lagu untuk Ibu yg berpulang 5 Juli 2023 Aku rindu Ibu ❤

[@elgeraelectric2883]

This is pure music!!🔥❤

[@Rantwithbee]

Best version hands down❤❤

[@priscillawagner5156]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@heiok]

Wow, eine uuunglaublich schöne Version! 🥰

[@angelobaldi8820]

Meravigliosa meraviglia meravigliosa

[@buddinganarchist]

He wrote it but Ray owned it.

[@user-sl5wj4cl6p]

Who's he?

[@NEILZEE11]

Written and originally recorded by Leon Russell…

[@AlessioRomaMusic]

God Bless my brother ❤️✨🎶🎶

[@costantinalentini8076]

Bella voce ed interpretazione 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@tairowyes3455]

Beautiful.. ❤

[@cryslovesmusic]

This song is beautiful regardless of who sings it.Best though by Mr Ray or Leon Russell,composer.

[@ddl508]

Maestro🎉❤

[@leilagomulka5690]

I loved listening to Ray Charles live every summer in Chautauqua. A lengend .

[@PhillipBaloyi-nn4hs]

I'm out of words... I really don't know what to say.. May your souls rest in peace ray..

[@JukeboxBalowski]

This isn't only a great recording, but I've always loved this song by The Carpenters. I never knew this record existed until just now!

[@mrswiggles4790]

One of the best covers yet. The original is by Leon Russell.

[@0funnyguy0]

I sang this song at my 80th birthday to my beautiful wife and 200 people, including French actress, Catherine deNeueve. When I sat down next to my wife ane deNeueve, Catherine said, "You made me cry!" There wasn't a dry eye in the place

[@CleomarRibeiroXX]

...Sacred Song!!!...

[@LynneMauldin]

I love you in a place and, true love and happiness ❤

[@marianoguttman870]

Masterpiece 🎼🎵🎶

[@leahlofy6823]

King Ray Charles echoing our Lord of lords And Prince of peace.

[@lilianmelo1597]

O maior cantor de todos os tempos. Ray charlles: meu ídolo. 😍💕💓❣️❤️🥰🥰