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.
IDidntReallyMeanToTurnUOut
Brian McKnight Lyrics
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No, I didn’t
First thing’s first, I’ll interject
What’s on your mind? You seem upset
It’s like I told you, get a hold of yourself
It was good if that’s alright
Twas no ordinary night until the dawn
But now I see that in hind sight
I really should’ve held back
I blame it on the moonlight, no doubt
I swear on the star light
I really didn’t mean to turn you out
I really didn’t mean to turn you out
I didn’t really mean to turn you out
I really didn’t mean to turn you out
Now I know it sounds unkind
But let me help slow down your mind
Girl, I assure you this wasn’t in my plans
Just guess timing knew us best
But we run out, there’s nothing left except this song
And now I see that in hind sight
I really should’ve held back
I blame it on the moonlight, no doubt
I swear on the star light
I really didn’t mean to turn you out
I really didn’t mean to turn you out
I really didn’t mean to turn you out
I really didn’t mean to turn you out
The song "I Didn't Really Mean To Turn U Out" by Brian McKnight is a heartfelt ballad that showcases the artist's remorseful emotions. The song begins with McKnight interrupting his significant other, who seems upset, asking her what’s on her mind. He then tries to explain that things were good between them until it dawned on him that he was wrong. In hindsight, he realizes he should have held back and blames the situation on the moonlight. He swears that he didn't intend to affect her so strongly, and apologizes by saying he didn't mean to "turn her out."
As the song progresses, McKnight tries to console his partner and assures her that he didn't plan for things to go this way. He claims that the timing was a surprise to him, and if he had control over the situation, things would not have turned out like they did. But now, all he can do is apologize for his actions and sing this song to express his regret for hurting her.
Line by Line Meaning
No, I didn’t
I am denying that I did something
No, I didn’t
Again, I am denying that I did something
First thing’s first, I’ll interject
Before we continue talking, let me say something
What’s on your mind? You seem upset
I can tell you are bothered by something, what is it?
It’s like I told you, get a hold of yourself
I previously advised you to calm down or control your emotions
It was good if that’s alright
I am asking if it was okay or acceptable
Twas no ordinary night until the dawn
The night we spent together was not normal or average
But now I see that in hind sight
Looking back, I realize
I really should’ve held back
I should not have went as far as I did
I blame it on the moonlight, no doubt
I attribute my actions to the effects of the moonlight
I swear on the star light
I promise or swear on the stars
Now I know it sounds unkind
I understand that what I am saying may come across as cruel or insensitive
But let me help slow down your mind
Allow me to assist in calming your thoughts or emotions
Girl, I assure you this wasn’t in my plans
I want to make it clear that I did not intend for this to happen
Just guess timing knew us best
Perhaps the timing was just right for us
But we run out, there’s nothing left except this song
Our time has passed and now all that remains is this song
I really didn’t mean to turn you out
I did not intend to seduce or arouse you
I really didn’t mean to turn you out
Again, I want to emphasize that I did not mean to seduce you
I really didn’t mean to turn you out
One more time, I am trying to convey that my actions were not intentional
I really didn’t mean to turn you out
This is the last time I am expressing that I did not mean to seduce or arouse you
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Brian Jr McKnight, Brian Kelly McKnight
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