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.
Don't Stop
Brian McKnight Lyrics
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Your lips, keep me wanting more
Your thighs, I can't wait to get between
So when I give it to you,
Give it right back to me
Don't stop moving, don't stop grooving with me
Don't stop moving, don't stop grooving with me
Your kiss, it's driving me insane
Your body, an hourglass to shape
To my arms, baby they are starving
Gonna put my loving where I
So you can see me coming
Don't stop moving, don't stop grooving with me
Don't stop moving, don't stop grooving with me
Girl you're on thinking love
Pulling to your love
Higher, giving all you think
And come hit me on your love
Like a signal from up above
I can't even wanna wait
Baby girl you're a freak
Get down on my knees
Rub you when you say it's on
Till you tell me that it's right
Day and every night
Damn I love you more and move
Don't stop moving, don't stop grooving with me
Don't stop moving, don't stop grooving with me
Don't stop moving, don't stop grooving with me
Don't stop moving, don't stop grooving with me.
The lyrics to Brian McKnight's song "Don't Stop" are quite sensual and focus on his desire for his partner. He compares her eyes to an ocean and her lips to something irresistible, to show how he views her as intoxicating. He can't wait to be intimate with her, specifically between her thighs. The line "So when I give it to you, give it right back to me" suggests that he wants his partner to reciprocate the intensity of his lovemaking. The chorus repeatedly emphasizes the need to keep moving and grooving with him in the moment.
McKnight paints a picture of the physical connection between himself and his partner, using similes and metaphors to describe the various parts of her body that excite him. He describes her kiss as driving him insane and talks about how her body is like an hourglass that he wants to shape. The line "To my arms, baby they are starving" further emphasizes his need for physical contact. He also uses language that suggests that he wants his passion reciprocated, saying "gonna put my loving where I so you can see me coming."
Overall, the song is very focused on physical intimacy and the desire for mutual pleasure. The repeated use of "don't stop moving" and "don't stop grooving" reinforces the idea that this is about staying in the moment and keeping the intensity going.
Line by Line Meaning
Your eyes, like an ocean to a boat
Your eyes are captivating, drawing me in just like an ocean does to a boat
Your lips, keep me wanting more
Your lips are so enticing that I just can't get enough
Your thighs, I can't wait to get between
I'm so attracted to you that I can't wait to be intimate with you
So when I give it to you,
When I express my love to you physically
Give it right back to me
Please reciprocate the passion and desire
Don't stop moving, don't stop grooving with me
Let's keep this energy and chemistry going strong
Your kiss, it's driving me insane
Your kisses are making me go wild with desire
Your body, an hourglass to shape
Your figure is incredibly attractive, like an hourglass that's perfectly shaped
To my arms, baby they are starving
I crave to hold and embrace you in my arms
Gonna put my loving where I
I will give you all of my passion and affection
So you can see me coming
I want you to anticipate and desire my presence
Girl you're on thinking love
You're deeply contemplating true love
Pulling to your love
Gravitating towards the love you desire
Higher, giving all you think
Ascending to greater love, and sharing everything you have to offer
And come hit me on your love
Let's unite in our love together
Like a signal from up above
Our love seems like it was meant to be, almost like a divine signal from the universe
I can't even wanna wait
I'm too impatient to hold back my love any longer
Baby girl you're a freak
You're incredibly unique and special in how you express your desire
Get down on my knees
I'm willing to humble myself before you, as a symbol of my love
Rub you when you say it's on
I'll give you what you crave and desire when you want it, physically and emotionally
Till you tell me that it's right
I'll make sure that everything we do is okay and comfortable for you
Day and every night
I'll love and desire you every day, all day, every night
Damn I love you more and move
I absolutely love you, and I can't stop wanting and needing you
Don't stop moving, don't stop grooving with me
Let's continue to express and share our love endlessly
Don't stop moving, don't stop grooving with me
Let's keep this rhythm and momentum going strong
Don't stop moving, don't stop grooving with me
Never stop loving and expressing your desire towards me
Don't stop moving, don't stop grooving with me.
Let's keep this dance of love going on and on
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Brian Kelly McKnight
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