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.
You Don't You Won't
Billy Gilman Lyrics
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No way I say
You didn't, you doesn't
You isn't, you wasn't
You wouldn't, you couldn't
You oughn't, you shouldn't
Love nobody but me
You are, you is
I mean it, I seen it
I did it, I done it
I do, you know
You can't, you shan't
Love nobody but me
That's all, that's it
I ain't jealous of the fellas
That you hang around with
Don't pay no mind
And I'm telling you one more time
You don't, you won't
No way I say
You didn't, you doesn't
You isn't, you wasn't
You wouldn't, you couldn't
You oughn't, you shouldn't
Love nobody but me
That's all, that's right
I ain't waitin', ain't fakin'
No maybes no mights
My heart don't lie
And I'm telling you one more time
You don't, you won't
No way I say
You didn't, you doesn't
You isn't, you wasn't
You wouldn't, you couldn't
You oughn't, you shouldn't
Love nobody but me
You're mine, not his
You are, you is
I mean it, I seen it
I did it, I done it
I do, you know
You can't, you shan't
Love nobody but me
Love nobody but me
You don't, no way
You didn't, you doesn't
You isn't, you wasn't
You couldn't, you shouldn't
Love nobody but me
You're mine, you are
I mean it, I seen it
I did it, I done it
You knew you shouldn't
Love nobody but me
Love nobody but me
Love nobody but me
The song "You Don't You Won't" by Billy Gilman is a heartfelt plea to a lover to stay faithful and committed. The lyrics of the song express the singer’s fears that the person he loves might leave him for someone else. He repeatedly tells her that she should only love him and not anyone else.
The repetition of phrases such as "You don't, you won't," "You didn't, you doesn't," and "You oughn't, you shouldn't" throughout the lyrics of the song gives it a sense of urgency and desperation. The singer is trying to convince his lover that he is the one for her and that she should not even think of leaving him for anyone else.
The lyrics also contain phrases like "I ain't jealous of the fellas that you hang around with" which show a certain level of insecurity in the singer's mind. He is trying to convince himself that his fear of losing his lover is not rooted in any jealousy he might be feeling towards other men in her life.
Overall, the song "You Don't You Won't" is a passionate plea from a lover seeking reassurance and loyalty from the person he loves. The lyrics express a sense of fear, insecurity, and intense love.
Line by Line Meaning
You don't, you won't
You are unwilling to love anyone else.
No way I say
I am certain of your reluctance.
You didn't, you doesn't
You have never loved anyone else before and you do not do it now.
You isn't, you wasn't
You are not and have not been in love with anyone else.
You wouldn't, you couldn't
You are incapable of loving anyone else.
You oughn't, you shouldn't
It is morally wrong for you to love anyone else.
Love nobody but me
You should only love me, not anyone else.
You're mine, not his
You belong to me, not to anyone else.
You are, you is
You exist and are real, and you are mine.
I mean it, I seen it
I am serious, I have witnessed it firsthand.
I did it, I done it
I have taken action to make you mine.
I do, you know
I love you, and you are aware of it.
You can't, you shan't
You are not allowed to love anyone else.
That's all, that's it
That is the only thing I ask of you.
I ain't jealous of the fellas
I am not envious of the other men in your life.
That you hang around with
Those who you associate with.
Don't pay no mind
Do not pay attention to them.
And I'm telling you one more time
I am reminding you again.
That's all, that's right
That is the truth and the only option.
I ain't waitin', ain't fakin'
I am not waiting or pretending.
No maybes no mights
No uncertainty or hesitation.
My heart don't lie
My feelings for you are truthful.
You don't, you won't
You are unwilling to love anyone else.
You're mine, not his
You belong to me, not to anyone else.
You are, you is
You exist and are real, and you are mine.
I mean it, I seen it
I am serious, I have witnessed it firsthand.
I did it, I done it
I have taken action to make you mine.
You knew you shouldn't
You had an inkling that it is wrong to love anyone else.
Love nobody but me
You should only love me, not anyone else.
Love nobody but me
You should only love me, not anyone else.
Love nobody but me
You should only love me, not anyone else.
Lyrics © Reservoir One Music, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: DAVE BASSETT, MIKE HIMELSTEIN
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Brittney McCarty
Love Billy Gilman and his awesome music.
sapphire frost
I love you Billy and I'm so proud of you for coming out
Diana Leslie
love this song...makes me feel like to dance....
Emily Harrelson
Wow, I'm 17 now, I totally remember listening to Billy on the radio in 3rd grade.
Jonasthanvl
love this song, remember me many things
JessiDenae
ahahaha I can't believe I still remember all the words for not hearing this song since I was like 10 haha
Peter Healy
loving this song there is a line dance that u can do to it called SWING IT and it fits in brill
Xan Ra
I dance with this song.. love it lol
SuperMountainmonkey
i have a cd with him singing his songs.and this is one of them.does he have any new music out..
teraniel11
love it..