When Instant Star wrapped after four seasons (2005-2008), Alexz endured her share of off-camera drama in her music career, when both Capitol and Epic, respectively, ended up shelving her records due to internal conflicts . "It’s been tough,” she says, “but something always keeps me going. Even with no money in my pocket, things land where they land and you keep moving.” Johnson had completed a full length record entitled Weight in 2008, and was set to release it in September the next year.
Alexz independently released her debut album, Voodoo in 2010 and remixed it in 2011 as Reloaded. She released a compilation of unheard demos in the form of The Basement Recordings (2011), while prepping to release her first EP, Skipping Stone in January 2012. She has also released one live album, Live from the Skipping Stone Tour in December 2012. Johnson later continued to release two more demo compilations, The Basement Recordings 2 and The Basement Recordings 3 in 2012 and 2013, respectively.
Finding success and a loyal fanbase through her independent releases, Johnson's 2014 EP, Heart and sophomore album Let 'Em Eat Cake were both funded through the crowdfunding service Pledgemusic. Heart and Let 'Em Eat Cake both showcase a different side of Johnson, tackling subjects such as heartbreak and loss. The two releases include tracks produced by David Kahne, who has worked with Lana Del Rey, Kelly Clarkson, Regina Spektor, and other artists.
Could Be You
Alexz Johnson Lyrics
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All alone
It's too late to say we didn't know
We shouldn't be
All alone
One of us might lose control
All these feelings
We've been hiding
They must start to show
Not here
Not now
Watch my frustrations glow
[Chorus]
I know what I feel, and you feel it too
I dream of the first kiss
And who'll make the first move
Who's gonna put their heart on the line
It could be me
It could be you tonight
Oh, oh
Show me who you are
Stop me before I go too far
'Cause it hurts
To hold back
So, hold me or I might crack
Gasoline, you're the match
I'm not sure if we could handle that
It might explode
Could be a mess
I say we take the chance
[Chorus]
I'm mixed up
Confused
I don't know what to do
'Cause I want you; I'd love to
If I knew you'd want me too
If we're not getting any closer
Then I'm gonna have to scream
[Chorus]
I know what I feel (I know what I feel)
And you feel it too, (and you feel it too)
I dream of the first kiss (I dream of the first kiss)
And who'd make the first move (and who'll make the first move)
Who's gonna put their heart on the line? (Who's gonna put their heart on the line?)
It could be me (it could be me)
It could be you (it could be you)
Tonight
The song "It Could be You" by Alexz Johnson is about two people who are alone together and are struggling with their feelings for each other. They both know that there is an attraction between them, but they are holding back out of fear of what might happen if they give in to their desires. The lyrics convey a sense of tension and uncertainty, as the two people try to navigate their feelings and decide whether or not to take a chance on each other.
The first verse sets the scene, with the two people alone together, and the fear that one of them might lose control. The chorus expresses the desire that they both feel, with the dream of a first kiss and the possibility that either of them could make the first move. The second verse takes a more introspective tone, with the singer expressing confusion and a sense of being mixed up about her feelings. The bridge brings a sense of urgency to the song, as the singer realizes that if they don't take action soon, they will never know what could have been.
Line by Line Meaning
You and me
It's just the two of us involved in this situation
All alone
We are isolated from others, making our relationship a secret
It's too late to say we didn't know
We are already at a point of no return, acknowledge our feelings for each other
We shouldn't be
It's not the right time or place for us to be together
One of us might lose control
Being alone together could lead to impulsive decisions because of our intense emotions
All these feelings
We have emotions that have been hidden and suppressed
We've been hiding
Our emotions have been kept secret and concealed
Deep down, yeah
These emotions come from within us
They must start to show
We can't keep hiding and concealing our emotions anymore
Not here
This place is not appropriate for intimate romance
Not now
This time is not appropriate for intimate romance
Watch my frustrations glow
I'm feeling frustrated and it shows in my behavior
I know what I feel, and you feel it too
We both have strong emotions and feelings for each other
I dream of the first kiss
I've been imagining and fantasizing about us being intimate
And who'll make the first move
We are both hesitant to take the first step in becoming intimate
Who's gonna put their heart on the line
We are both nervous to express our true feelings to each other
It could be me
I may take the first step in confessing my feelings
It could be you tonight
You may take the first step in confessing your feelings tonight
Show me who you are
Reveal your true self to me
Stop me before I go too far
Help me control my emotions before I take things too far
'Cause it hurts
Suppressing our emotions is causing emotional pain
To hold back
It's difficult to keep our feelings hidden
So, hold me or I might crack
I need physical and emotional support, or I may lose control of my emotions
Gasoline, you're the match
Our intense emotions are like gasoline, and any small spark can ignite them
I'm not sure if we could handle that
We aren't sure if our intense emotions can be managed in a healthy way
It might explode
Our intense emotions may cause a destructive outcome
Could be a mess
Our relationship could turn out to be a complicated and difficult situation
I say we take the chance
Despite the risks, we should take the opportunity to be honest and open about our emotions
I'm mixed up
I'm feeling conflicted about my emotions
Confused
Uncertain about how to express my feelings and how they will be received
I don't know what to do
I'm struggling with how to handle my emotions and the situation
'Cause I want you; I'd love to
I have strong feelings of desire and love for you
If I knew you'd want me too
I need reassurance that you have similar feelings of desire for me
If we're not getting any closer
If our relationship is not progressing intimately
Then I'm gonna have to scream
I will be overcome with frustration and will have to express it somehow
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Reanna Almazan
I think the song sounded better when she sang it with Tommy. But I still love it.
Selena Bloos
Awesome!!!!! :) <3