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 Brianโs 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, McKnightโs 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 McKnightโs 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 trioโs first collaboration.
Though Brian has never been the kind of singer/songwriter that one would call political that didnโt stop him from penning โRed, White & Blue,โ 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.
Fall 5.0
Brian McKnight Lyrics
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Even if I was blind
You've got me really
Going out of my mind
Things that you whisper
Soft in my ear
Words I've been wanting
I don't know if it's real
But I know how I feel it's
So crazy, so amazing
You can take me now
Got my back against the wall
Feels like I'm standing ten feet tall
On the ledge close to call
If you push I just might fall
I just might fall
I just might fall
I just might fall
I just might fall
When you're not near me
I long for your touch
When you're right here with me
I can't get enough
The way I used to think girl
Will never be the same
'Cause you reside deeply
In my heart and my brain
I don't know if it's real
But I know how I feel it's
So amazing, so crazy
I can't shake you now
Got my back against the wall
Feels like I'm standing ten feet tall
On the ledge close to call
If you push I just might fall
I just might fall
I just might fall
I just might fall
I just might fall
Each and every moment
Without you is alone
Thinking about you
And I know nothing will never be the same
Waited a lifetime
To find you
Just want to stay right beside you
I won't let it slip away
Got my back against the wall
Feels like I'm standing ten feet tall
On the ledge too close to call
But if you push I just might fall
I just might fall
I just might fall
I just might fall
I just might fall
The lyrics to Brian McKnightโs song โFall 5.0โ are a romantic plea about being consumed by love. The singer is willing to take risks and put himself in vulnerable situations for love. The song starts off with the singer admitting how much he is attracted to his love interest, saying, โI see it clearly/Even if I was blind/You've got me really/Going out of my mind.โ The singer goes on to say that words heโs been longing to hear are being whispered in his ear, and itโs simply amazing.
The chorus of the song suggests that he is on the cusp of falling in love, but heโs not quite sure if he is all in yet. He admits that he canโt shake the feeling of being crazy about this person, and while he is standing tall, he is also on the ledge close to falling. The singer acknowledges the power of her touch, saying that when theyโre apart, he longs for her, but when theyโre together, he canโt get enough.
In the bridge of the song, the singer recognizes that his love for this person will change everything, stating, โThe way I used to think girl/Will never be the same/'Cause you reside deeply/In my heart and my brain.โ The song ends with the singer admitting that he has been waiting for this kind of love his entire life and wonโt let it slip away.
Line by Line Meaning
I see it clearly
I have a clear understanding of my emotions towards you
Even if I was blind
My feelings are so strong, they would still be present even if I couldn't physically see you
You've got me really
I am extremely enamored with you
Going out of my mind
My feelings for you are causing me to lose my sense of logical thinking
Things that you whisper
The intimate secrets you share with me
Soft in my ear
Are gentle and soothing to me
Words I've been wanting
Express the long pent-up desires that I keep inside
For so long to hear
That I have been yearning to hear from you
I don't know if it's real
I am questioning whether our connection is genuine
But I know how I feel it's
Even though I am uncertain, my emotions are undoubtedly intense
So crazy, so amazing
The intensity of my emotions is both unbelievable and incredible
You can take me now
I am ready to give in to my feelings and let you take me completely
Got my back against the wall
I am in a difficult position or facing a difficult choice
Feels like I'm standing ten feet tall
I feel confident and secure despite my difficult position
On the ledge close to call
I am on the edge, teetering between different choices
If you push I just might fall
Your influence and impact on me could lead me to make a decision I might regret
When you're not near me
I feel a sense of longing when you're not around
I long for your touch
My desire for you is so strong that I miss your touch when we're apart
When you're right here with me
My desire for you is still present even when we are together
I can't get enough
I crave your presence and affection constantly
The way I used to think girl
My perspective on things has completely changed since I met you
Will never be the same
My life and how I see things will never be the same
'Cause you reside deeply
You have a significant and meaningful place in my heart and mind
In my heart and my brain
You have an emotional and intellectual hold on me
Each and every moment
Every moment without you is unbearable for me
Without you is alone
I feel lonely and incomplete when you're not around
Thinking about you
My thoughts are constantly consumed by you
And I know nothing will never be the same
I am confident that being with you has changed me for the better
Waited a lifetime
I have waited my whole life to meet someone like you
To find you
And now that I have, I won't let you go
Just want to stay right beside you
My desire to be with you is unwavering
I won't let it slip away
I am committed to keeping our relationship strong and healthy
Lyrics ยฉ Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Brian Kelly McKnight
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Jill Salkin
I have fallen in love with him! I never knew what an extraordinary singer, songwriter, pianist, and performer Brian McKnight is!!
kosewa1
The Whole BAND is a VIBE. The pianist/guitarist is on another level and I loveโค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธ it!!!
Andrรฉ Cost
Que qualidade de som aรญ sim
Poerava
This is so dope fam. Love it. Even though itโs like seeing your dad at a club (same dance moves and attire). Such a talented dude. Love that keyboard guy getting his boogie on.
The Prodigy
Those are the best moves! No need to hire background dancers. You keep your overhead low, and still put on a memorable event ๐ You can easily keep doing them until your sixties or seventies even๐บ
Tye K.
Yo. This comment is too funny and true. I'm almost to. My daughter, any time I'm around her friends, will be proud as hell that I can still do roundoff into backflips, stl nice in sports, etc. BUT, the moment I do their new dances, she is like, "oh my goodness please stop. You look old". But, if I teach her and her friends my dances like pee see Herman, Smurf, Gucci, they are like, "oh that's nice". I only look "old" when I do their dances
Lion21Zero
Such an amazing artist .His voice is legendary and timeless for any era of music.
angelica
Wow. Incredible. No way could I sit still in that audience. ๐๐ฝ๐บ๐พ๐๐พ
Rose Brand
Wow! That voice, that smile, what joy!
Vera Feijรณ
Amoooo suas mรบsicas.โฅ๏ธ