By the time he was two, Adam had already displayed some musical talent.
Singing came much later, unless you count the video of four-year-old Adam, sporting a leather jacket and sunglasses, performing Ray Charles’ “I Got A Woman.”
Even though he demonstrated musical talent, as a youngster, Adam also excelled in sports. There was soccer, t-ball, and even ice hockey. The Mississippi Sea Wolves played in a rink an hour south of Hattiesburg, and his parents drove him there so he could participate in a league.
Adam also played baseball until he was 13, when he gave it up for golf. “I was away every weekend playing tournaments.” Halfway through his Junior year in high school, he was offered a full golf scholarship to Delta State University. With offers for golf and basketball already on the table, after being talked into playing baseball his Senior year by his friends, the University of Southern Mississippi made its own offer of a baseball scholarship after just one year of playing. Adam accepted and went on to win three rings in four years as the Southern Miss. Conference USA Champ. He also played in the College World Series in 2009.
That decision changed the course of his life. “It’s unbelievable how much one decision can impact where life takes you,” he says. His college roommates were on the baseball team with him – and they were all guitar players. “That’s where I learned my first chords. On Dec. 29, 2010, I wrote my first song while on vacation in the Dominican Republic.” It was the first time out of the country for the Mississippi native who had only experienced Hattiesburg and family vacations in Florida. “I remember sitting on a hotel balcony on the third floor, watching people of all different ethnicities and walks of life. I’d never seen any of that before, and that gave me the idea for my first song, ‘Travel On.’ I put it on YouTube and the next thing I knew, it had 450,000 views.”
Adam wrote four more songs and released an EP while he was still playing baseball. Over one thousand people showed up for a CD release party in his hometown. Then Adam hit the road, and for the first time, sang live in front of people. Success on the road led to more songwriting and a full-length album. “I was driving back and forth to Nashville to write songs so I decided to move there to write with other people.” Adam arrived in Music City on Oct. 15, 2012. “It’s a happy, driven city,” he says. “Everybody is chasing after something they love to do.”
Things moved relatively quickly for Adam in Nashville. In a little over a year, he had already experienced having his first song played on the radio. His mother called to let him know she heard “I Put It On Ya” on SiriusXM’s The Highway, and Adam quickly tuned in so he could hear it himself. “Hugh Freeze, the head football coach at Ole Miss, loves the song and blares it over the stadium speakers when the team is practicing.”
He then met Jake LaGrone, who became his manager, and in 2015, signed a publishing deal with Sony/ATV. He’s played nearly 400 shows the last two years, but has scaled back live performances lately to allow more time for writing songs. He’s penned upwards of 200 songs since the day “Travel On” was written on the balcony in the Dominican Republic, and in the last few months, several country superstars have put holds on some of his compositions, including Kenny Chesney, Rascal Flatts, Darius Rucker, Justin Moore and David Nail.
What’s next for the country artist whose diverse influences range from John Mayer to the Eagles and Chris Stapleton? He’s about to record a new EP and has been taking meetings with various labels in Nashville. His dream is to play the big stadiums and arenas and every day brings him one step closer to fulfilling that dream. Look for his name on the charts soon – both as a songwriter and as an artist, one of country’s next superstars.
Bigger Than Us
Adam Doleac Lyrics
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Saying things we can't take back
Yeah, when times get bad
We get real good at that
Taking stands and starting wars
'Til who knows what we're fighting for
Then it's white flags and unslammed doors
Yeah, I know it's been one of those nights
Baby, this love is a long, hard highway
Stronger than time and forged in steel
Two driven hearts with a boundless hunger
And crazy's got the wheel
So close your eyes
Let go and hold on tight
Whatever fate throws our way
It's never too much
'Cause girl this love is bigger
than us, bigger than us, bigger than us
Ain't in a thing in this world
That could ever contain it
And no amount of words that could ever explain that
Indescribable, pure unstoppable thing we've got
We've tried every way to mess this up
But it's a lifelong kind of tough
Baby, this love is a long, hard highway
Stronger than time and forged in steel
Two driven hearts with a boundless hunger
And crazy's got the wheel
So close your eyes
Let go and hold on tight
Whatever fate throws our way
It's never too much
'Cause girl this love is bigger
than us, bigger than us, bigger than us
Bigger than us, bigger than us
Yeah
We've tried every way to mess this up
But it's a lifelong king of tough
Baby, this love is a long, hard highway
Stronger than time and forged in steel
Two driven hearts with a boundless hunger
And crazy's got the wheel
So close your eyes
Let go and hold on tight
Whatever fate throws our way
It's never too much
'Cause girl this love is bigger
than us, bigger than us, bigger than us
Bigger than us, bigger than us
It's never too much 'cause girl this love is
bigger than us, bigger than us, bigger than us
The lyrics of Adam Doleac's "Bigger Than Us" talks about a couple’s relationship that has faced its own share of ups and downs but still admitting that their love is stronger than any obstacle they might face. They have gone through fights and disagreements but at the end of the day, they always find their way back to each other. The lyrics suggest that they have learned from their mistakes and have come to understand that their love is a force that cannot be contained or explained, and that they are willing to do whatever it takes to keep it going. The chorus is an expression of the intense bond they share, a bond so strong it cannot be contained, and a bond that is always bigger and greater than them.
In the first verse, Adam sings about how their relationship has gone through tough times and how they have said things they cannot take back. They get good at fighting, taking stands and starting wars until they forget what they are fighting for, and eventually, they forgive each other and move on. In essence, the song tells a story of a love that has stood the test of time, one that has faced multiple challenges but has grown stronger with each challenge.
Line by Line Meaning
We've been here, we've done that
We have experienced many things together
Saying things we can't take back
We have said hurtful things that cannot be undone
Yeah, when times get bad
During difficult times
We get real good at that
We tend to argue and fight more often
Taking stands and starting wars
We often take opposing positions and argue
'Til who knows what we're fighting for
We continue to argue without really understanding the reason why
Then it's white flags and unslammed doors
Eventually we surrender and stop fighting
Yeah, I know it's been one of those nights
I am aware that tonight has been tough
But it's all going to be all right
Everything will be okay
Baby, this love is a long, hard highway
Our relationship is difficult but enduring
Stronger than time and forged in steel
Our love is unbreakable
Two driven hearts with a boundless hunger
We are both passionate and eager for more
And crazy's got the wheel
Our relationship is unpredictable and wild
So close your eyes
Relax and let go
Let go and hold on tight
Embrace the ride, despite its twists and turns
Whatever fate throws our way
Regardless of what challenges come our way
It's never too much
Our love can withstand any challenge
'Cause girl this love is bigger
Our love is powerful and transcendent
than us, bigger than us, bigger than us
Our love is greater than either of us alone
Ain't in a thing in this world
Nothing in this world
That could ever contain it
Can contain the strength of our love
And no amount of words that could ever explain that
No words can express the intensity of our love
Indescribable, pure unstoppable thing we've got
Our love is indescribable and unbreakable
We've tried every way to mess this up
Despite our efforts to ruin our relationship
But it's a lifelong kind of tough
We have a strong, enduring bond
It's never too much 'cause girl this love is
Our love can handle anything because it is
bigger than us, bigger than us, bigger than us
Greater than just the two of us
Writer(s): MICHAEL HEENEY, LINDSAY RIMES, ADAM DOLEAC
Contributed by Oliver G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Jeffrey_Davidcr
Hey Adam, you may not know but this song had an impact in my marriage right when we needed it.
Forever and one day I shall thank you for putting this one out.
Greetings from Costa Rica.
@mazza9542
Whata TUNEEEEE!!!!!! Cant beat country music💫💫💫💫 another great track Adam!! Luv it!!! Come to the U.K. C2C 2021 💫🙏🏻💫🙏🏻💫🙏🏻💫🙏🏻
@roybledsoe24
I just discovered this song and man I’ve missed out! Amazing song!
@jacobford7831
Good song that serves as an even better reminder...The stresses of life sometimes have a funny way of clouding our mind to what is truly and will forever be important. Songs like this clarify reality when we need it most.
Thanks Adam, you’ve earned another “like” and sub with this one.
@trishacrazyone
I know I am not perfect and I know we all do and say things we don't mean. Awesome music! 💗
@nathanbenuck7979
I literally spent weeks trying to find this song after hearing it once. Finally found it.
P.s. this song deserves more likes
@amberskinner7627
Ahhhhh this song is so good! I’m so glad I came across this. Great job
@ctodrive4248
these lyrics hit home
@melaniepaulsen8841
I love this song so much, your the BEST:-)💓💞 your music's the best.
@karentaylor9314
I love your music