Brian Reith, better known by his stage name B. Reith, is a Christian hip ho… Read Full Bio ↴Brian Reith, better known by his stage name B. Reith, is a Christian hip hop and pop musician from Brown Deer, Wisconsin. B. Reith's musical career began when he released an independent album, Urgent Message, in 2003.

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.”

Just For You
B.Reith Lyrics

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This one won't be on the radio
If I'm right they'll say it is too slow
This one may not ever make it
Outside these four walls I take it
This one won't be on the radio

But I'm gonna sing it anyway
As if my last breath was today

It's way past due that I write just for You
I've been distracted by what can't compare to You
You're worth every note every struggle and pain, every refrain

The inside of this lonely hotel room
Reminds me of Your cold and empty tomb
The sun shines through the window pane
Reminding me You rose again
Inside of this lonely hotel room

And I'm gonna sing my lonesome song
Remembering You're with me through the storm

Overall Meaning

In B.Reith's song "Just For You," the artist acknowledges that this particular track may not be what the mainstream music industry is looking for. He anticipates that critics will likely say it's "too slow" and suggests that it's unlikely to reach beyond the walls of his studio. Despite this, the artist reaffirms his commitment to share this music with the world by singing it anyway, as if it was his last day alive.

The song takes a deeply personal and introspective turn as he admits that he's been "distracted by what can't compare to You," referring to his focus on superficial material things and relationship problems. He recognizes that his musical gifts are meant to be offered to God and that He alone is worthy of all the resulting struggles and pains that may accompany the creative process.

The second half of the song shifts its tone towards faith and redemption as the artist reflects upon his spiritual journey. The imagery of a lonely hotel room evokes the loneliness and separation that the artist feels during his travels. Yet, he finds solace in the fact that this experience reminds him of Jesus' empty tomb and eventual resurrection. He sings his "lonesome song" with the knowledge that God is always with him, even in the midst of life's storms.

Line by Line Meaning

This one won't be on the radio
The song won't receive airplay on commercial radio stations.

If I'm right they'll say it is too slow
People might think the song is too slow if he's correct.

This one may not ever make it
The track might not gain wide recognition.

Outside these four walls I take it
The song only exists within the confines of the singer's personal space.

This one won't be on the radio
Once again, the lyrics are emphasizing that the track won't receive airplay.

But I'm gonna sing it anyway
The singer plans on performing it, even if it doesn't gain widespread attention.

As if my last breath was today
He'll sing the song with memorable passion, as if it were his last day on earth.

It's way past due that I write just for You
He feels that it's beyond time for him to craft a song specifically for the person he loves.

I've been distracted by what can't compare to You
He's been distracted by other things that pale in comparison to the love he has for his special someone.

You're worth every note every struggle and pain, every refrain
The person is so important to him that they're worth every ounce of effort that he puts into this song.

The inside of this lonely hotel room
The singer is in a hotel room, perhaps feeling lonely or isolated.

Reminds me of Your cold and empty tomb
The room reminds him of his lover's tomb, which he finds to be cold and hollow.

The sun shines through the window pane
The sunlight is streaming through the window, perhaps creating a hopeful or cheerful feeling.

Reminding me You rose again
The sun reminds him that his love has risen again, perhaps from a hopeless or dark place.

Inside of this lonely hotel room
Once again emphasizing the isolation that the singer is feeling in the hotel room.

And I'm gonna sing my lonesome song
He plans on singing a song that reflects his loneliness and feelings.

Remembering You're with me through the storm
Despite feeling lonely, he knows that his lover is with him during difficult times.

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