A Very Precious Love
Charles Tichenor · Other Songs - Charles Tichenor
Is what you are to me
A stairway to a star
A night in Shangri-La
Of ecstasy
Lanterns of gold
Lanterns of blue
Twinkle in the shadows
While I dance with you
An echo in the wind
(An echo in the wind)
Across the summer lake
(Across the summer lake)
Is saying you should know
That lanterns lose their glow
And hearts can break
(And hearts can break)
So hold me close, my darling
Then kiss me tenderly
And give your precious love
Your very precious love to me
So hold me close, my darling
Then kiss me tenderly
And give your precious love
Your very precious love to me
(My very precious love)
A Very Precious Love
Charles Tichenor's 'A Very Precious Love' stands as a quintessential example of his mastery in the romantic ballad genre. Recorded during the mid-20th century, the track exemplifies the smooth, emotive vocal style that defined his discography alongside other signature songs like 'Come Softly To Me' and 'An Affair To Remember'. The composition relies on lush orchestration and Tichenor's distinctive phrasing to convey deep affection and longing, characteristic of the era's adult contemporary and pop standards. As a solo artist, Tichenor focused on delivering intimate recordings that prioritized vocal nuance over complex arrangements, making this track a representative work of his catalog and a staple for collectors of classic romantic music.