In the years that followed, the band was separated geographically, while Fabian pursued an Architecture degree at the University of Florida and Daniel left Florida to attend Harvard Law School in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Nonetheless, during this period, Boyce Avenue assembled at every available opportunity to collaborate musically. It was not until October of 2004 and the subsequent months, however, that Boyce Avenue would really come into its own. Daniel, who had recently graduated from law school, reconnected with the band in Florida as its full-time bassist, and Alejandro, at the age of 18, launched into writing the band's first original song, "Find Me." In the following months, the band performed locally in its hometown of Sarasota, and in April of 2005, the band hit the stage at Pine View High School for the last time. The band's performance at the Mr. Pine View competition, an event which Alejandro would go on to win, was covered in the local press.
Upon Alejandro's graduation from high school, he joined Fabian at the University of Florida, in Gainesville, where the band refined its signature sound playing out in traditional venues like Market Street and Side Bar. In October of 2006 and the months that followed, the band recorded its first three singles at Nickel and Dime Studios near Atlanta, Georgia. The project was engineered by Kris Sampson (Train, the Black Crowes) and produced by Don McCollister (Sister Hazel, Third Day). In 2007 and 2008, Boyce Avenue was honored in several songwriting competitions judged by a host of accomplished and renowned music industry artists, professionals, and executives. The band qualified as a Southeast Semifinalist in the 2007 IMWS competition; "All The While" was selected as a Semi-Finalist in the 2007 International Songwriting Competition, and as one of twelve Lennon Award Winners in the 2007 John Lennon Songwriting Contest; "Find Me" was selected as a Finalist in the Pop category for the U.S.A. Songwriting Competition; and "Hear Me Now (piano acoustic)" was selected as a finalist in the Best Group/Duo category for the IAMA songwriting competition, and as a finalist in the 2008 International Songwriting Competition.
Focused on the completion of a debut album, Boyce Avenue took a hiatus from its public performance schedule to write, produce, and record additional singles. In July of 2007, the band returned to Atlanta, Georgia, this time to record three songs at the Electron Gardens Studio in the historic Biltmore Hotel. These songs were engineered by Gary Pfaff and Tim Delaney, and were produced by Boyce Avenue. In October of the same year, the band finished tracking for the debut album with the recording of two songs at RMP Studios in Orlando, Florida. The final three songs for the album, "Dare To Believe," "On My Way," and "Hear Me Now (piano acoustic)" were engineered at RMP Studios by Veit Renn (Jennifer Hudson) and Adam Barber (Creed, Shinedown, Alterbridge), and were produced by Boyce Avenue.
The debut album, titled “All You’re Meant To Be,” was released by Boyce Avenue on March 25, 2008. All of the songs were mixed by Austin Deptula (Eisley, New Found Glory), and the entire project was mastered by Rodney Mills (Pearl Jam, REM, Sheryl Crow). The physical album is available worldwide exclusively through Storenvy, while the download versions can be found on iTunes/Amazon.com/Rhapsody/Napster/eMusic. Since the album's release, it has been written about in CNN Money, the Kings of A&R, and in other press, its songs have been featured on various MTV shows, and the band has established itself as one of the top 8 Artists of All-Time on YouTube, with over 90 million hits. Most recently, "All You're Meant To Be" has been licensed for sale nationwide in the Philippines through MCA Music, and is on path to Gold status. On the strength of the band's touring success in the United States and the Philippines, the band launched a worldwide tour in 2009.
Beautiful Soul
Boyce Avenue Lyrics
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I don't want just anyone to hold
I don't want my love to go to waste
I want you and your beautiful soul
And I know that you are something special
And to you I'd be always faithful
And I want to be what you always needed
I don't want another pretty face
I don't want just anyone to hold
I don't want my love to go to waste
I want you and your beautiful soul
You're the one I wanna chase
You're the one I wanna hold
I won't let another minute go to waste
I want you and your beautiful soul
Your beautiful soul, yeah
You might need time to think it over
But I'm just fine moving forward
And I'll ease your mind if you give me the chance
And I will never make you cry, come on let's try it
I don't want another pretty face
I don't want just anyone to hold
I don't want my love to go to waste
I want you and your beautiful soul
You're the one I wanna chase
You're the one I wanna hold
I won't let another minute go to waste
I want you and your beautiful soul
Am I crazy for wanting you?
And maybe do you think you could want me too?
I don't wanna waste your time
Do you see things the way I do?
I just wanna know that you feel it too
"Cause there is nothing left to hide
I don't want another pretty face
I don't want just anyone to hold
I don't want my love to go to waste
I want you and your beautiful soul
You're the one I wanna chase
You're the one I wanna hold
I won't let another minute go to waste
I want you and your soul
I don't want another pretty face
I don't want just anyone to hold
I don't want my love to go to waste
I want you and your beautiful soul
Yeah yeah
Your beautiful soul
Yeah yeah yeah
Oooooo, beautiful soul
"Beautiful Soul" by Boyce Avenue is a love song that expresses the singer's desire for a deep and meaningful connection with someone. The lyrics convey the sentiment that physical appearance is not the most important factor in a relationship. The singer is looking for someone who has a beautiful soul, someone who is special and unique. They express their willingness to be devoted and faithful to this person, hoping that they will see the sincerity and goodness in their heart.
The singer's longing for this deep connection is evident throughout the song. They express their desire to chase and hold onto this person, not wanting to waste any more time. They acknowledge that the other person may need time to think it over, but they are ready to move forward and ease their mind. The singer promises not to make the other person cry, emphasizing their commitment and dedication.
The chorus of the song repeats the refrain of not wanting just another pretty face, but wanting the person and their beautiful soul. It highlights the importance of emotional and spiritual beauty in a relationship, rather than just superficial attractiveness. The singer is open and vulnerable, expressing their feelings and hoping that the other person feels the same way.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't want another pretty face
I desire more than just superficial beauty
I don't want just anyone to hold
I seek a special connection, not just any random person
I don't want my love to go to waste
I want my love to be reciprocated and cherished
I want you and your beautiful soul
I desire you with all your inner beauty and goodness
And I know that you are something special
I am fully aware of your unique qualities and worth
And to you I'd be always faithful
I promise to remain loyal and true to you
And I want to be what you always needed
I aspire to fulfill your deepest needs and desires
Then I hope you'll see the heart in me
I hope you'll recognize the genuine love I have for you
You're the one I wanna chase
You're the person I wish to pursue and capture
You're the one I wanna hold
You're the one I desire to embrace and keep close
I won't let another minute go to waste
I am determined not to waste any more time without you
You might need time to think it over
You could require some time to consider our connection
But I'm just fine moving forward
However, I am content to progress and nurture our relationship
And I'll ease your mind if you give me the chance
I will alleviate your worries and concerns if you allow me
And I will never make you cry, come on let's try it
I promise to never cause you pain, so let's give it a chance
Am I crazy for wanting you?
Is it irrational that I desire you so strongly?
And maybe do you think you could want me too?
Perhaps, could you also develop feelings for me?
I don't wanna waste your time
I don't wish to squander the precious time we have
Do you see things the way I do?
Do you perceive our connection in the same way I do?
I just wanna know that you feel it too
I simply want assurance that you experience the same emotions
Cause there is nothing left to hide
Because there are no secrets or hidden intentions anymore
Your beautiful soul
Your inner beauty and goodness
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Andrew Creighton Dodd, Adam Watts
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@kurtcasimiro208
[Intro]
I don't want another pretty face
I don't want just anyone to hold
I don't want my love to go to waste
I want you and your beautiful soul
[Verse 1]
I know that you are something special
To you I'd be always faithful
I want to be what you always needed
Then I hope you'll see the heart in me
[Chorus]
I don't want another pretty face
I don't want just anyone to hold
I don't want my love to go to waste
I want you and your beautiful soul
You're the one I wanna chase
You're the one I wanna hold
I won't let another minute go to waste
I want you and your beautiful soul
Your beautiful soul, yeah
[Verse 2]
You might need time to think it over
But I'm just fine moving forward
I'll ease your mind
If you give me the chance
I will never make you cry
C'mon let's try
[Chorus]
I don't want another pretty face
I don't want just anyone to hold
I don't want my love to go to waste
I want you and your beautiful soul
You're the one I wanna chase
You're the one I wanna hold
I won't let another minute go to waste
I want you and your beautiful soul
[Bridge]
Am I crazy for wanting you?
Maybe do you think you could want me too?
I don't wanna waste your time
Do you see things the way I do?
I just wanna know that you feel it too
There is nothing left to hide
[Chorus]
I don't want another pretty face
I don't want just anyone to hold
I don't want my love to go to waste
I want you and your beautiful soul
You're the one I wanna chase
You're the one I wanna hold
I won't let another minute go to waste
I want you and your soul
[Chorus]
I don't want another pretty face
I don't want just anyone to hold
I don't want my love to go to waste
I want you and your beautiful soul
[Outro]
Ooh, your beautiful soul, yeah
Oh, yeah
Your beautiful soul
Yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Beautiful soul
@eeca1995
I don't want another pretty face
I don't want just anyone to hold
I don't want my love to go to waste
I want you and your beautiful soul
I know that you are something special
To you, I'd be always faithful
I want to be what you always needed
Then I hope you'll see the heart in me
I don't want another pretty face
I don't want just anyone to hold
I don't want my love to go to waste
I want you and your beautiful soul
You're the one I want to chase
You're the one I want to hold
I won't let another minute go to waste
I want you and your beautiful soul
Your beautiful soul, yeah
You might need time to think it over
But I'm just fine moving forward
I'll ease your mind if you give me the chance
I will never make you cry, c'mon let's try
I don't want another pretty face
I don't want just anyone to hold
I don't want my love to go to waste
I want you and your beautiful soul
You're the one I want to chase
You're the one I want to hold
I won't let another minute go to waste
I want you and your beautiful soul
Am I crazy for wanting you?
Baby do you think you could want me too?
I don't want to waste your time
Do you see things the way I do?
I just want to know that you feel it too
There is nothing left to hide
I don't want another pretty face
I don't want just anyone to hold
I don't want my love to go to waste
I want you and your beautiful soul
You're the one I want to chase
You're the one I want to hold
I won't let another minute go to waste
I want you and your soul
I don't want another pretty face
I don't want just anyone to hold
I don't want my love to go to waste
I want you and your beautiful soul
Your beautiful soul, yeah
Oh, yeah, your beautiful soul, yeah
@boyceavenue
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@enterBeastmode1
+boyceavenue when are you dowing Collide - Howie Day? it really is your style :P
@jessicaluisa5847
nooooo... I won't be there =(
@Th33r453r
+boyceavenue : Guys... Just Hamburg and Köln? Would you please return to our great capital Berlin? First round of beer will be on me ;) !
Stay a little longer...
@adrianacristina4572
+boyceavenue Guys come to Romania!!!!!
@AmoureFreeBorn
+boyce avenue ! Interested in Booking Infomation for R&B Music Festival on July 23, 2016 :-) in Beautiful Nova Scotia, Canada !
@WindiaNata
please cover more old song. i love you so much
@philbornstein6866
I am listening to this in 2024, I just met my true love after 40 years this time it's going to last. Her beautiful soul is mine forever
@BatKid2410
me and the Mrs flew from UK to Lagos in Portugal 5 months before the birth of our son Jakub. He is 1 next week. I remember keeping him a secret until that holiday. Portugal was the place we announced our good news to family and friends. On the 3rd day in the holiday after plenty of exploring we ended up at a bar. the best night of my life. We were on holiday, no worries in life, looking into the future with a spawn of me and her, listening to Boyce Ave while drinking cocktails ( her on Orange Juice ). I Was a depressed mess 10 years ago ready to tie the rope around my neck yet I refused to give in. I gave my life that second chance and now I could not be happier. Boyce Avenue reminded me of my depression, now they remind me of my succession 😊
@stephenmasakari7701
Who is still listening to this in 2023 ?