Embracing an effortless eloquence and cocoa butter smooth persona, the music of Brian McKnight has defined the true meaning of an American soul-man since 1991. Like his spiritual Motown godfathers, this upstate New York native has a velvety voice and silky style that captures the vibe of vintage soul without being old fashion. On his latest disc Ten, that blend can be clearly heard.
While Brian’s aspirations might have seemed like a lofty ambition, the longevity of his career is a testament to the purity of his vision. With the release of Ten, McKnight’s first disc for his new label Warner Bros Records, the Grammy-nominated singer could not be more pleased with the outcome. Without a doubt, the landscape of soul music has gotten younger, but that fact did not hinder McKnight’s creative process.
After 16 million albums sold since his self-titled debut, it would have been too easy for McKnight to simply follow the R&B template of rote romanticism. But on Ten, the artist in him felt the need to be more revealing. Though McKnight has been friends with producers Tim & Bob for over ten years, this is the trio’s first collaboration.
Though Brian has never been the kind of singer/songwriter that one would call political that didn’t stop him from penning “Red, White & Blue,” a heart wrenching ode for the men and women currently at war, teaming up with country star Rascal Flatts.
Currently working on a variety of projects including a talk show and soundtracks for two upcoming Tyler Perry projects, the veteran soul singer could not be happier with the outcome of Ten. For fans of real music, Ten is the perfect addition to the soul cannon.
Crazy Love
Brian McKnight Lyrics
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Hear the heavens open every time she smiles
And when I come to her that's where I belong
Yet, I'm run into to her like a river strong
She gives me love, love, love, love, crazy love
She gives me love, love, love, love, crazy love
And when I come home to her when the sun goes down
Takes my troubles all away, take away my grief
Take away my heartache, in the night like a thief
She gives me love, love, love, love, crazy love
She gives me love, love, love, love, crazy love
Yes I need, yes I need her in the daytime
And oh I need, yes I need her in the night
I want to throw my arms all around her
To kiss and hug and kiss and hug her tight
And oh
And when I'm returning from so far away
She gives me sweet sweet lovin', brighten up my day
It make me righteous and it makes me whole
Makes me mellow, down into my soul
She, she gives me love, love, love, love, crazy love
She gives me love, love, love, crazy love
One more time, she gives love, la la la love (crazy love)
When I wake up in the morning
She gives me love, love, love,
Crazy Love
The song Crazy Love by Brian McKnight is a beautiful ballad that explores the intensity of love. The lyrics describe the singer's deep bond with his partner and the intense emotional connection that he feels with her. He compares his love to her heartbeat, saying that he can hear it from a thousand miles away. He talks about the way her smile brightens up everything around her, even the heavens themselves. He finds a sense of belonging when he is with her and compares his feelings to a strong river that he is swept along on.
The singer goes on to describe the way his partner takes care of him. When he is feeling low, she has a fine sense of humor that can lift him up. She takes away his troubles and heartaches like a thief in the night, leaving him feeling whole and complete. The singer declares his need for her, both in the daytime and in the night. He wants to throw his arms around her and hug her tight, and he finds that being with her makes him feel mellow and righteous, down into his soul.
Overall, the lyrics of Crazy Love convey a sense of awe and wonder at the depth of feeling that love can inspire. The singer celebrates the way that his partner can uplift him and make him feel complete, and he clearly treasures the bond that they share.
Line by Line Meaning
I can hear her heartbeat from a thousand miles
I feel a strong connection to her even when we are physically apart.
Hear the heavens open every time she smiles
Her smile brings so much joy and happiness that it feels like the universe is reacting to it.
And when I come to her that's where I belong
Being with her feels like coming home and that's where I'm truly meant to be.
Yet, I'm run into to her like a river strong
My love for her is intense and powerful, like a river that can't be stopped.
She gives me love, love, love, love, crazy love
Her love for me is so intense and over-the-top, but it's exactly what I need.
She got a fine sense of humor when I'm feeling low down
She knows how to make me laugh and lift me up when I'm feeling low.
And when I come home to her when the sun goes down
Coming home to her at the end of the day feels like the perfect way to end it.
Takes my troubles all away, take away my grief
Being with her helps me forget all my troubles and worries and I feel happy and carefree.
Take away my heartache, in the night like a thief
Even when I'm feeling heartbroken, being with her makes me forget all my pain.
Yes I need, yes I need her in the daytime
I need her with me always, especially during the day when life can be tough.
And oh I need, yes I need her in the night
I need her with me always, especially during the night when I'm feeling vulnerable.
I want to throw my arms all around her
I want nothing more than to hold her tight and never let go.
To kiss and hug and kiss and hug her tight
I want to shower her with my love and affection.
And when I'm returning from so far away
Even after spending time apart, coming back to her feels like coming home.
She gives me sweet sweet lovin', brighten up my day
Her love for me is like a ray of sunshine that brightens up even my toughest days.
It make me righteous and it makes me whole
Being with her makes me feel like a better person and like everything in my life is in the right place.
Makes me mellow, down into my soul
Being with her makes me feel calm and peaceful like nothing else can.
She, she gives me love, love, love, love, crazy love
No matter how intense or over-the-top it may seem, her love for me is the real deal and I'm grateful for it every day.
She gives me love, love, love, crazy love
She loves me like crazy and that's exactly what I need.
One more time, she gives love, la la la love (crazy love)
Again and again, she loves me with all her heart and it's an amazing feeling.
When I wake up in the morning
Even when I first wake up, I know that her love will be there waiting for me.
She gives me love, love, love, crazy love
Her love for me is the best thing about my life and I'm so lucky to have it.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Van Morrison
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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I can hear her heartbeat from a thousand miles
Hear the heavens open every time she smiles
And when I come to her that's where I belong
Yet, I'm run into to her like a river strong
She gives me love, love, love, love, crazy love
She gives me love, love, love, love, crazy love
She got a fine sense of humor when I'm feeling low down
And when I come home to her when the sun goes down
Takes my troubles all away, take away my grief
Take away my heartache, in the night like a thief
She gives me love, love, love, love, crazy love
She gives me love, love, love, love, crazy love
Yes I need, yes I need her in the daytime
And oh I need, yes I need her in the night
I want to throw my arms all around her
To kiss and hug and kiss and hug her tight
And oh
And when I'm returning from so far away
She gives me sweet sweet lovin', brighten up my day
It make me righteous and it makes me whole
Makes me mellow, down into my soul
She, she gives me love, love, love, love, crazy love
She gives me love, love, love, crazy love
One more time, she gives love, la la la love (crazy love)
When I wake up in the morning
She gives me love, love, love,
Crazy Love
@reallife0728
MY R&B ERA IS UNDEFEATED!!!!🤎🤎🤎
@connieq2811
83 baby here!!!! Our shit was 🔥
@BeautifullyMe0314
Jason's Lyric had had one of the best and memorable sound tracks..this is definitely one of my fav..love Brian McKnight.
@daviddibble2744
Love that movie.
@Wutzmename
Dude. All of his albums were 🔥🚒.
@crystalperry7878
Yes
@MrLionelg33
@David Dibble me too.
@kineshaflowers5693
Yes❤
@825sugg
Hands down one of the best songs of his era
@faithe54
Original was written and sung by Van Morrison, who wrote Moondance, arguably one of the best songs of any era. But this version of Crazy Love is probably the best version.