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

Perfect
Billy Redfield Lyrics

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You've got me tongue tied
You've got me way up high tonight
It's alright
Don't take a minute for granted
Your whispering face
You called me down the last time
I remember the special chase
'Cause every last breath I take

Reminds me of the day
When the sky opened up and said
You're Perfect You're Perfect
You're a miracle everyday.
Stars are blinding everybody tonight
Your eyes have an angel's sight
Your hair smells of strawberries
Your touch is inordinary
'Cause every last breath I take
Reminds me of the day
When the sky opened up and said
You're Perfect You're Perfect

You're a miracle everyday.
You're Perfect You're Perfect

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Billy Redfield's song "Perfect" are a testament to the beauty and joy of falling in love. The opening lines "You've got me tongue tied, you've got me way up high tonight, it's alright" illustrate the overwhelming emotions of being in love, that can sometimes render one unable to speak or think straight. The song goes on to describe the physical attributes of the person that the singer is in love with, their whispering face, blinding stars and angelic eyes. There is an intimacy and tenderness in the lyrics, as the singer remembers a special chase and is reminded with every breath they take of the day that the sky opened up, declaring this person as perfect and a miracle everyday.

The lyrics show us that the singer is completely in love with someone, and the person they are in love with is far beyond any normal attraction. They are perfect, a miracle every day, and every aspect of them is extraordinary. The overwhelming emotions of falling in love are further emphasised by the repetition of the phrase "You're perfect, you're perfect". The song encapsulates the feeling of being completely smitten with someone, feeling that the world is a better place because that person exists, knowing that they are the one. Overall, the lyrics to "Perfect" are a beautiful portrayal of what it means to be in love, of feeling like nobody else in the world matters, and all that exists is the one person you're in love with.

Line by Line Meaning

You've got me tongue tied
I am unable to speak properly when I am with you

You've got me way up high tonight
I feel extremely happy and excited when I am with you

It's alright
I am OK with whatever happens as long as I am with you

Don't take a minute for granted
Do not waste any time when we are together and make every moment count

Your whispering face
Your gentle face and voice make me feel calm and relaxed

You called me down the last time
You saved me from a difficult situation in the past

I remember the special chase
I recall the time when we pursued a special goal together

'Cause every last breath I take Reminds me of the day When the sky opened up and said You're Perfect You're Perfect You're a miracle everyday.
Every breath that I take reminds me of the day when I realized that you are perfect and a miracle in my life

Stars are blinding everybody tonight
The night sky is so beautiful that it is hard to look away from it

Your eyes have an angel's sight
You have a beautiful, innocent and pure gaze like an angel

Your hair smells of strawberries
Your hair has a sweet and refreshing smell, like strawberries

Your touch is inordinary
Your touch is extraordinary, and it makes me feel special and loved

You're Perfect You're Perfect
You are perfect, flawless and fantastic to me

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