Not many recording artists carry the titles “singer, rapper, songwriter & producer” and stand out in each category. But Gotee Records’ latest signing B.Reith defies expectations and excels in each of these roles.
When Gotee founder Toby Mac first heard B.Reith’s (born Brian Reith) music in 2006 he pulled his car over to the side of the road. “It’s amazing when God truly gives someone a gift,” says Toby. “Brian is just naturally gifted from God vocally and his lyrics, when they hit tape, they sort of just ease into your heart.”
Two years later in 2008, B.Reith finished his debut release The Forecast EP. The five-song EP showcases Brian’s range and depth as a lyricist and musician. From the clever humor of “Go On” in which he explains how to pronounce his name (“It’s messed up when they can’t say your name right, B.Reeth, B.Right naw B.Reith!”) to the compelling message of “Cold World”, in which he pleads “don’t lose yourself in it.” The soulful melodies and rich chord progressions of “Awe-Struck” and “Rain Down” showcase B’s skills as an arranger and a communicator of heartfelt and sophisticated material.
Reith's first full-length album, Now Is Not Forever, was released on September 22, 2009 through Gotee Records.
With influences ranging from Stevie Wonder to Lauryn Hill, B.Reith comes from a unique place that combines classic soul with modern hip hop. “God gave me an ear to pick up things,” says Brian. “My style is just an accumulation of what I’ve heard throughout my life, channeled through the unique talents that God has given me.”
Brian grew up in Milwaukee and began singing on commercials at the age of five. His father, Jim Reith, has owned a recording studio since Brian learned how to walk. "I literally grew up in that studio," says Brian. "I took it for granted when I was young. I ran from music and tried to live like the Average Joe. But over time I realized that music is what I'm best at, it is what I was built for."
It wasn’t until 8th grade that he discovered his knack for rhyming. Now the combination of the two is what defines his exclusive sound. “I get bored just singing or just rapping. I can say a lot more through rapping, then drive home a theme with a great hook.”
B.Reith speaks the relevant dialect of today’s culture, and has the heart to address real issues, presenting hope and shedding light into this decaying world. “My number one passion is to connect with people, to entertain them, to stir up emotion in them, and to challenge them by sharing life from a different perspective. There is something we’re all yearning for. I’m just trying to help direct our attention to it, and music is the most powerful way I know how.”
“Trust me, B.Reith is a man of character too,” says Toby. “He’s a guy that truly walks what he talks.”
Automatic
B.Reith Lyrics
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It's survival of the fittest
I know mine won't get diminished
In the way I caught a vibe could take it viral any minute
Ride in mine it's tinted
Other side they try to spin it
I don't need another sign, I read the fine when it was printed
Naa don't get offended
Cause I ain't got no time if it ain't business
Tryin' on the rise, but i'm fine with that commitment
Y'all don't gotta get it, but I gotta get it
Wait 'til it ain't manifestin', wait 'til I don't have to stretch it
Wait 'til I got everything I wanted, it was back in seventeen when I got rap impressin'
CJ in the snap was gassin', I was pushin' me to get my satisfaction
It be everybody frontin' really got the backin'
But i'll leave it at that
Way I document it, that's what keep her attached
Probably be resentin' it if she knew the half
Don't see my percentages let me do the math
They ain't carryin' they weight, I can see through the mask
Sorry I ain't got no time for it
Back since whippin' Cav I had the drive for it
Still I'm on a run, goin' dumb, somethin like Forest
Property with acres
Forbes listers probably the neighbors
Labels thinkin' signin' me should get to signin' waivers
I know I'm the illest but I promise ain't the safest
Unless you bettin' on me get to runnin' up the wages
Ride or die for Luke, he been down since they was throwin' me in cages
Know I could've lost it
Push comes to shove like a mosh pit
Go 'til i'm exhausted
Only tips that they could give me, how to get 'em frosted
Ride or die for Bird and I gotta pray for Boston
Keep it flyer than most
Should probably hand 'em out for me, but it's pride and they won't
Rather keep me on the side, they could try but they know
I'm a star, why the texts go green, on a galaxy note
Ain't no SOD, kissin' me through the phone
I've been in it by myself, never got me a loan
Do what they won't, yeah
My brothers go on vacays, but it's not been with me
Before it's Puerto Vallarta there's more I gotta achieve
I could give my two cents, out of pocket for free
Like anybody think they got it must've got it from me
Same way she probably talkin' bout the HIV
So I only keep it raw with the flows
DM with your ex and she with me, how it goes
I ain't finna pick her up if she just wanna roll
Walk in my shoes, know the devil on my soul
How i'm supposed to keep it cool
I just can't be chillin'
They been tryna bring me to they level cause they know they at they ceilin'
If they all in, it's in they feelings
Circumstances ain't the greatest, but I swear I wouldn't trade it
Like compared to how they got it, who am I to be complainin'
Sure my mom and dad ain't never made it and my brother bond is fadin'
But it really got me droppin' what i'm droppin' it's amazin'
Cause I recorded 'No Way' in the Basement
All about the music I was too afraid to face it
Now it got me up, when that was almost what I gave it
To see they need to get a better angle like they sprained it
This some shit that they could never play with
My back against the wall, but it's never back to basics
I could kill 'em off, i'd be guilty as the fragrance
Cause it ain't all Gucci, on my Mike Will Made-It
Put it on my shirt, put it on my hoes
Probably get a Amber 'fore I ever get a rose, but I'm rollin' with it
Where I call home the illest
Same goes for skin tone specific
But toppin' niche categories wasn't in the vision
Out what they been had it for me, gotta have precision
They don't let the kid in, but I swear i'm finna have the last laugh
Get down to brass tacks
I'm first actin' like I can't last, yeah
But really if it's side that they could choose
If we lookin' at defeat these some Carolina blues
Probably how I'm comin' 'til my hair I find the greys
Y'all been at the bar, that's the shit i'm tryna raise
Everybody lost, wonder where I find the praise
Everybody lost, now I got 'em in amaze
Feel like goin' in only way to make it out
I know what it been, yeah I know what they about
So I don't owe 'em nothin' when it's 0's in the account
Yeah I got too many on the go
I ain't never been the type to let it slide
But I gotta be the type to let 'em know
Thirteen
The lyrics of "Automatic" by B. Reith showcases the singer's willingness to take on anything his special someone wants him to do. He admits to acting strange at times and expresses his desire to be guided through life by her. B. Reith acknowledges that he is trying to change himself and fears missing the train of progress. He is willing to take the bait and be led by his loved one. The lyrics also showcase the struggles of the singer with his personal floatation device (PFD), and he fears falling off the boat. Time is ticking, but he doesn't know how to keep his head above water. However, he expresses gratitude for his loved one's automatic worry and willingness to see him through. He hopes that she would also be there for him too.
Line by Line Meaning
Some days I might act too strange
There are days when I may behave abnormally
Tell me when I'll see you again
Let me know when our paths will cross again
If you wanted to set me straight
If you wanted to correct me
I'll stay up and take the bait
I am willing to be lured into it
If you wanted
Anything you wanted
If you wanted
Anything you wanted
Whatever you want from me, I'll give it to you
I'm just worried I'll miss the train
I'm concerned I'll miss an opportunity
I'm just trying to make the change
I'm attempting to bring about a transformation
If you wanted to be my brain
If you wanted to control me
Don't hold back and take the reigns
Don't hesitate to take control
Who would save me If I fell from the boat
Who would rescue me if I found myself in peril
Time is ticking I don't know how to float
Time is running out and I'm unprepared
No need to worry
The automatic worry
There's no need to be anxious, it's automatic
Take a chance to see me through
Take a chance to be there too
Take a risk by helping me and being with me
Close my eyes and run away
I tend to avoid problems
Not this time I'll say it again
But this time, I won't do that
If you wanted to be that way
I'll be here to do it again
If you wanted me to behave a certain way, I'll do it again in the future
If you wanted
Anything you wanted
If you wanted
Anything you wanted
If you wanted
Anything you wanted
If you wanted
Anything you wanted
Whatever you need from me, I'm willing to provide it
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Brandon Williamson
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