1) Abby Dobson (Austr… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least two artists with this name.
1) Abby Dobson (Australian folk singer)
2) Abby Dobson (American R&B singer)
1) Abby Dobson is an independent Australian, singer-songwriter; originally from Leonardo's Bride - a four piece band from Sydney, Australia. They released two albums, (the gold selling) Angel Blood in 1997 and Open Sesame in 2000.
Abby and Leonardo's Bride are best known for their hit single, Even When I'm Sleeping which was voted APRA Song Of The Year in 1998 and was also later voted one of APRA's 'Top 20 Australian Songs of all Time'.
Abby will release her highly anticipated solo album Rise Up on October 6, 2007 through Inertia. Shining Star the first powerful single from the album is available exclusively through iTunes now.
2) Abby Dobson is a singer, songwriter, and performer based in New York City. Born in Kingston, Jamaica, Abby migrated to Brooklyn, New York at a young age.
Abby's music is described as soulful and organic. Although her music can technically be categorized as alternative R&B, soul or neo-soul, her range of influences come from folk-tinged music such as reggae, country, blues, gospel as well as pop, soft rock, jazz and a touch of hip hop. She has also been classically trained as a vocalist since Junior High School. Abby has a great passion for words and books. Much of her lyrics are inspired by books, essays and newspaper articles as much as life and observation. Specifically, she has been deeply influenced by Alice Walker, Toni Morrison, J. California Cooper, Paulo Cuelo, Emily Dickinson, James Baldwin and Patricia Williams. Abby has established herself primarily as a solo artist, but also performs with Burnt Sugar The Arkestra Chamber[1], a New York–based twenty-plus member ensemble led by Greg Tate (Village Voice) known for improvisatory orchestral performances that mash up all manner of vocal, instrumental and electronic music.
It's Only Love
Abby Dobson Lyrics
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One false move away from you
I couldn?t leave now if I wanted to
I?m too far gone to turn from you
What are we gonna do?
I was not the type to fall from grace
And I?d break every rule I make
Will this be my last mistake?
It?s only love, that I?m seeking
It?s only love, that I?m seeking
I played out this scene a hundred times
But now I look at your mouth and I forget my lines
You draw me in just like a cigarette
One morning dawn with a head full of regret
My life is made up with the things I said I wouldn?t do
Now here I am standing in front of you
It seems there?s only trouble and desire
I?m standing on a wire, I?m sitting in a fire
It?s only love that I?m seeking
It?s only love that I?m seeking
Its only love, its only love
I can?t yell any louder
I can?t breathe any deeper
I can?t hold on a little longer
I can?t sing any stronger
I can?t turn it on
I can?t turn it off
I can?t keep this type from rising
I can?t contain this yearning
I can?t stop this fire
One false move away from you
I couldn?t leave now if I wanted to
I?m too far gone to turn from you
What are we gonna do?
Its only love, that I?m seeking
Its only love that I?m seeking
It?s only love, it?s only love
It?s only love that I?m seeking
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It?s only love that I?m seeking
Its only love that I?m seeking
Its only love, its only love
Its only love, it?s only love
The song "It's Only Love," by Abby Dobson, portrays the confusion and intensity of falling in love with someone unexpected. The first line, "One false move away from you," reinforces the idea that the singer is on the brink of emotional vulnerability. The singer admits that she has lost control of her feelings for this person, and despite knowing it might be wrong, they can't resist their attraction towards them. The line "My life is made up with the things I said I wouldn't do" highlights the internal conflict that the singer is facing - they are struggling to reconcile their own rules about love with the reality of their feelings.
Despite the uncertainty of the situation, the singer concedes that all she wants is love. The repetition of "It's only love, that I'm seeking" emphasizes how important it is for the singer. The lyrics "I can't turn it on, I can't turn it off" portray the helplessness of the singer, they are powerless to stop their emotions from taking over. The line "I'm standing on a wire, I'm sitting in a fire" portrays the idea that the singer is in a very dangerous and precarious situation. The song ends on a pessimistic note with the question, "What are we gonna do?" leaving it open-ended whether the singer will pursue the relationship or not.
Line by Line Meaning
One false move away from you
I am so close to giving in to my feelings for you and making a move.
I couldn?t leave now if I wanted to
My attraction to you is so strong that I am unable to walk away from this situation even if I tried.
I?m too far gone to turn from you
I have fallen too deeply in love with you to back out now.
What are we gonna do?
We are in a difficult situation and I don't know how to navigate it.
I was not the type to fall from grace
I was always in control of my emotions and actions before I met you.
But I lost my footing when I saw your face
You have completely thrown me off balance with just one glance.
And I?d break every rule I make
I am willing to go against my own beliefs and standards for you.
Will this be my last mistake?
I am aware of the risks involved in pursuing this but I am willing to take that chance and hope for the best.
It?s only love, that I?m seeking
All I want is to find love and this is the only thing I'm after.
I played out this scene a hundred times
I have imagined being in this situation many times before.
But now I look at your mouth and I forget my lines
In your presence, I get so flustered and overwhelmed that I can't seem to find the right words.
You draw me in just like a cigarette
Your allure and pull on me is as strong and addictive as that of a cigarette.
One morning dawn with a head full of regret
I fear that I may regret this outcome and this fills me with anxiety.
My life is made up with the things I said I wouldn't do
I have gone against my own promises and principles in order to follow my heart towards you.
Now here I am standing in front of you
I have come too far to back out now and I am at your mercy.
It seems there?s only trouble and desire
This situation is filled with both excitement and conflict for me.
I?m standing on a wire, I?m sitting in a fire
My feelings for you are precarious and out of control, yet I cannot help but be drawn to you.
I can?t yell any louder
I have already expressed my emotions as deeply and as loudly as I can.
I can?t breathe any deeper
I am already emotionally invested in this situation and I cannot give any more than I have.
I can?t hold on a little longer
I am already struggling to hold on to my emotions and feelings for you.
I can?t sing any stronger
I have already expressed myself as powerfully as I am capable of doing.
I can?t turn it on
I am unable to switch off my feelings for you and the intensity of this situation.
I can?t turn it off
I am unable to control or stop my feelings for you.
I can?t keep this type from rising
I cannot stop my emotions from bubbling up and taking over.
I can?t contain this yearning
I am unable to keep my desire for you in check any longer.
I can?t stop this fire
I am unable to put out the flame of my feelings for you.
Its only love, that I?m seeking
My motivations are pure and simple: I am looking for true love.
Its only love, it?s only love
No matter how chaotic or tumultuous my feelings for you may be, they all come down to one thing: love.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Abigail Dobson
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