It's about time. On the heels of a self-released EP and a slew of national … Read Full Bio ↴It's about time. On the heels of a self-released EP and a slew of national accolades, singer/songwriter Billy Redfield has just released his debut full lengther entitled "Two Steps Closer." It's a CD that builds on his reputation for breezy acoustic-based ballads and upbeat pop anthems delivered with equal parts earnesty AND urgency.

Working with an uber- talented studio team that includes producer Chris Keup (Jason Mraz, Josh Kelly) and engineer Stewart Myers (Rachel Yamagata, Lifehouse) "Two Steps" is an impressive effort for the 26 year old Maryland-native;especially considering he's a relative newcomer to the art of songwriting. Full of tasteful guitar phrasings, shuffling beats and lilting Hammond B-3, Redfield's musical reference points clearly extend beyond his birth date. "Guys like David Gray and Dave Matthews really changed my way of approaching writing songs," Redfield admits.

Redfield recently received honorable mention in the prestigious International Songwriting Competition for his track "Die for You" no easy feat considering the sheer number of entries and a panel of judges that includes Frank Black, Tom Waits, and the Strokes' Julian Casablancas. It's recognition like this that the soft-spoken Redfield doesn't take lightly. "It was pretty amazing [to win]. It was really validating."

Redfield's continued evolution as a young songwriter continues lyrically, where on pensive numbers like "Miss Melissa" he sings, "And I'm trying to melt the pain/But each day goes/And I'm nailed to the ghost/The weight of it all keeps my face long/I Miss Melissa."

"I write from a personal point of view;it's what I know best," admits Redfield. And it's clearly what his fans;who've cleverly dubbed themselves "redheads"relate to most. The coming months will look to see Redfield expand his flame-colored flocks and continue to hone his songwriting chops on the road in support of "Two Steps Closer." A title, which based on his current round of career success, could prove prescient.

Scott Crawford - Harp Magazine

Amy
Billy Redfield Lyrics

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Mindless attention to the details
Every look becomes a stare
If I fare I'll be
Seeing double when I'm free
These chains have got me
Thinking twice
These fears control me
All night

Oh Amy oh Amy
Get me out of this place I'm hanging
Onto your voice
It was my choice
Walls are caving in
I'm nowhere to be found
I take a deep breath
And try to get out
I'm counting minutes
Only to abstain
From flipping out
And cracking this cage
These chains have got me
Thinking twice
These fears control me
All night
Oh Amy oh Amy
Get me out of this place I'm hanging

Onto your voice
It was my choice

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Billy Redfield's song "Amy" portray a person who is trapped and unable to break free from their fears and anxieties. The repetition of "these chains have got me thinking twice" and "these fears control me all night" emphasizes a feeling of being overwhelmed and powerless. The use of "Amy" as both the title and refrain suggests that the person seeks comfort in a person who isn't physically present, perhaps a memory or an imagined conversation with someone who understands them.

The line "mindless attention to the details, every look becomes a stare" highlights the feeling of being trapped in one's own head and unable to focus on anything else. The repetition of "I'll be seeing double when I'm free" suggests that the person is longing for a release from their anxieties, but also that they may be hesitant to let go of what is familiar, even if it is painful.

Overall, the lyrics of "Amy" convey a sense of emotional turmoil and a longing for freedom and release from anxiety. The use of repetition and the focus on the internal struggles of the person create a vivid image of someone trapped in their own mind.

Line by Line Meaning

Mindless attention to the details
Focusing on unimportant things with no clear direction

Every look becomes a stare
Obsessively fixating on insignificant things

If I fare I'll be
If I survive this situation,

Seeing double when I'm free
Experiencing confusion and double vision when out of this predicament

These chains have got me
Stuck and trapped

Thinking twice
Hesitating and second-guessing decisions

These fears control me
Being controlled and overwhelmed by insecurities

All night
Throughout the entire night

Oh Amy oh Amy
Addressing someone or something named Amy that can provide a solution

Get me out of this place I'm hanging
Rescue me from this vulnerable and unstable situation

Onto your voice
Holding onto hope and familiarity in a difficult situation