Blow Me Away
Alain Clark Lyrics

Help me people now
Asking for assistance from others to find inspiration and motivation.

Help me get the feeling back.
Requesting aid in finding the emotional connection that was present in music from the past.

Got to get the spirit of the old days.
Desiring a return to the style and energy of music from previous eras.

Where a song would get you to sing along.
Recalling a time when music was more engaging and encouraged participation from listeners.

And move you in a ballistic way.
Describing the intense impact that music from the past had on those who heard it.

Cause it seems these days that people with soul,
Observing that those who make music with passion and emotion are often overlooked in modern times.

are locked out at a closed door.
Implying that the music industry is not interested in promoting artists who create music with raw emotion and soul.

That our music is just for business
Suggesting that music in the current era is often created primarily for commercial purposes, rather than artistic expression.

But uh i've heard it before.
Acknowledging that this is not a new observation, and has been discussed before.

I need someone to push my button
Asking for someone to provide the spark of inspiration needed to create impactful music.

And blow me away..
Desiring to be moved emotionally by music.

Get down to the bone of me.
Providing more detail on what it means to be 'blown away' - wanting to feel the music deep down inside.

I need a new kinda something
Desiring something fresh and new to inspire creativity and passion in music.

to blow me away, blow me away..
Reemphasizing the desire to experience music that has a powerful emotional impact.

There's a cure y'all
Suggesting that there is a solution to the current lack of soulful music in the industry.

Of that i'm sure
Expressing confidence in the idea that there is indeed a solution to this problem.

It's just a matter of expressing ourselves.
Believing that the solution lies in allowing artists to express themselves freely and create music from the heart.

Get the horns out..
Referring to the use of horns in music as a way to create passion and energy.

Bet that ain't been done by anyone else.
Suggesting that creativity and taking risks are important in creating impactful music.

See it ain't no thing
Not wanting the focus to be on negativity or defeatism.

But don't you get me wrong.
Clarifying that this is not a statement of resignation or cynicism.

This ain't about talking full down.
Insisting that this is not a negative statement about the state of music today.

Is it just my dream.
Admitting that the idea of a renaissance in soulful music may be optimistic.

That people with a vision.
Referring to those with a desire to create passionate, emotional music.

Start making some sound.
Calling on musicians with passion to create music that has an impact and ignites emotions in listeners.

Hopes and dreams
Referencing the idea of music as a way to inspire and connect people.

Bout joy and pleasure
Describing the emotional impact of good music, which can bring happiness and satisfaction to listeners.

All through the beat of a song
Highlighting the emotional power that music can have, even beyond the lyrics themselves.

Yeah now there's an old way to do it.
Referencing previous eras of music that focused more on emotion and passion.

A new way to put it.
Acknowledging that while this approach may have worked in the past, it may require a new approach in the present day.

ooh if you let it
Encouraging musicians to embrace their creativity and let their passion guide their music.

We'll get you straight at it.
Suggesting that there is a path forward for those who want to create passionate, emotional music.

The sound and the rhythm
Emphasizing the importance of the elements that make up great music.

You've got to start feeling the love, love, love..
Stressing the importance of emotion and passion in creating good music.

oh yeah
Expressing excitement and enthusiasm for the idea of creating powerful, emotion-filled music.

Blow me away, blow me away.
Repeating the desire for impactful, passionate music.

I need a new kinda something.
Reemphasizing the need for fresh inspiration to create the desired emotional impact in music.

to blow me away, blow me away...
Stressing once again the desire for music that has an intense emotional impact.