Born in Hope Valley, Rhode Island, with his parents Mr. & Mrs. William Gilman Jr., Gilman first received notice as a performer at age seven, attracting the attention of a local vocal coach, Angela Bacari, who later became his manager. Eventually he met with Ray Benson (of Asleep at the Wheel) who helped him record demos, including "Roly Poly". Two months later he was signed by Sony Music Nashville.
His 2000 debut album, One Voice, had a very widely-played single that crossed over well into top 40 airplay. The album reached multi-platinum status, and earned a Grammy nomination. Generally touted as a child prodigy, Gilman appeared on various talk shows. Classic Christmas (which was certified gold) was released later in the year.
He released Dare to Dream (certified gold) on Sony BMG Music Entertainment/Epic Records in 2001, and in 2003 released Music Through Heartsongs, an album inspired by the poetry of Mattie Stepanek. Later in 2003, he performed at a benefit for The Station nightclub fire. In May 2005, he released Everything and More, his first album since his voice changed.
Billy's latest album, self-titled, was released in September 2006 on the Image Entertainment label. The first single off the upcoming album, Southern Star, heralds a return to his country music roots. Billy is scheduled to begin working on his next album with Eddie Galan and Andrew Lane of Trilogy Productions.
The Gift of Color
Billy Gilman Lyrics
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Color, the gift of color is so beautiful
Color, the gift of color is so natural
Color, the gift of color
Make the world so right
Color, the gift of color
Gonna paint your world to night
Thank you for sharing these colors with all the fish
And all the birds and all the flowers
And all that you have given us
I want to thank you
[Chorus]
And thank you
For the colors of the
Heaven-in-the-earth
And of the
Heaven-in-the-sky
And for sharing these colors
In the people of the world
You give us color
As a gift, God
[Chorus]
And thank you
For the colors of the
Heaven-in-the-earth
And the Heaven-in-the-sky
And for sharing these colors
In the people of the world
You give us color
As a gift, God
[Chorus]
The song 'The Gift of Color' by Billy Gilman is an uplifting tribute to the beauty of color in our world. The chorus is a celebration of color and its natural beauty which brightens up our world and makes it so right. The verses express gratitude to God for the gift of color and its presence in everything around us. The song acknowledges the significance of colors in the lives of all living beings from plants to animals and humans alike by thanking God for sharing these colors with all of us. The song recognizes color as a gift from God, which creates an atmosphere of love, beauty and joy in the world.
The song embodies the message of gratitude towards the gifts of nature, and it sends a strong message that our world is more beautiful because of the presence of colors. The music is upbeat and playful, while at the same time emotive, perfectly complementing the message of the lyrics. 'The Gift of Color' is a powerful ballad, which is perfect for uplifting the spirits of all who listen to the song.
Line by Line Meaning
Color, the gift of color is so beautiful
The beauty of colors is a special and amazing present
Color, the gift of color is so natural
Colors are part of nature and they are a wonderful treasure
Color, the gift of color
Colors are a gift that is worth our gratitude
Make the world so right
Colors bring perfection and completion to our world
Color, the gift of color
Colors are a gift that is worth our gratitude
Gonna paint your world tonight
We should embrace colors and use them to liven up our surroundings
Thank you for the colors of the rainbow
We appreciate the wonderful array of colors presented in a rainbow
Thank you for sharing these colors with all the fish
We are grateful for the colors that all creatures of the sea display
And all the birds and all the flowers
We acknowledge the beauty of the colors that are found in every bird and blossom
And all that you have given us
We recognize that colors are a gift from a higher power
I want to thank you
We express sincere gratitude for the gift of colors
And for sharing these colors
Colors are a gift that should be given to others
In the people of the world
We should appreciate the diversity of colors that every person brings to the world
You give us color
Colors are a special and personal present given to all of us
As a gift, God
We believe that colors are a divine gift from a higher power
And for sharing these colors
Colors are a gift that should be given to others
In the people of the world
We should appreciate the diversity of colors that every person brings to the world
You give us color
Colors are a special and personal present given to all of us
As a gift, God
We believe that colors are a divine gift from a higher power
Color, the gift of color is so beautiful
The beauty of colors is a special and amazing present
Color, the gift of color is so natural
Colors are part of nature and they are a wonderful treasure
Color, the gift of color
Colors are a gift that is worth our gratitude
Make the world so right
Colors bring perfection and completion to our world
Color, the gift of color
Colors are a gift that is worth our gratitude
Gonna paint your world tonight
We should embrace colors and use them to liven up our surroundings
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JAMES THOMAS SLATER, MATTIE STEPANEK
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