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.
More Than Wonderful
Brian McKnight Lyrics
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I saw heaven, oh, heaven in your eyes
Everything I did before you, wasn't worth my while
It should've been you, you all the time
I do anything and everything to please you
You know how much I need you
You're always, always, on my mind
More than amazing
The irreplaceable, love, love, of my life
You're so incredible, here in these arms tonight
The irreplaceable, love, love, of my life
Always, seems like reality
Forever, don't seem so far away
All I wanna do, all I wanna feel
All I wanna be is close to you
Everyday, is my lucky day
All I wanna do, is love you
I place no one above you
I'll tell you why
You're more than wonderful
More than amazing
The irreplaceable, love, love, of my life
You're so incredible, here in these arms of mine
The irreplaceable, love, of my life
Baby you know, you know you're my one and only
(All I wanna do is be together)
Sugar you know, I'll never leave you lonely
In your eyes, in your eyes I see forever
Ahhh, ohhh, ohhh, ohhh,
The lyrics of Brian McKnight's song More Than Wonderful speak about the intense love and devotion that the singer feels towards his partner. The song starts with the singer describing the first time he looked into the eyes of his partner and saw heaven. He acknowledges that everything he did before wasn't worth his while as he should've been with his partner all along. He promises to do anything and everything to please his partner as she is always on his mind. The chorus emphasizes how much the singer values his partner, calling her "more than wonderful", "more than amazing", and "the irreplaceable love of his life". He wishes to be close to her always as he feels that being with her is his lucky day every day.
The second verse of the song continues to express the singer's love and devotion towards his partner. He feels that being with her is a reality that will last forever. He only desires to love her and never place anyone above her. He stresses that his partner is more than just a lover to him; she is his one and only, and he promises to never leave her lonely. The chorus repeats to highlight the significance of the love he feels for his partner.
Line by Line Meaning
First, first time I looked into your eyes
From the moment I first laid eyes on you
I saw heaven, oh, heaven in your eyes
I knew I had found something truly special
Everything I did before you, wasn't worth my while
Before you, my life seems like it had no value
It should've been you, you all the time
I should have been with you all along
I do anything and everything to please you
I would go to any lengths to make you happy
You know how much I need you
You are the missing piece of my life, the one I have always yearned for
You're always, always, on my mind
You are constantly on my thoughts, day and night
You're more than wonderful
You are a priceless treasure
More than amazing
You are awe-inspiring and outstanding
The irreplaceable, love, love, of my life
You are the love of my life, the one I cannot live without
You're so incredible, here in these arms tonight
Being able to hold you tonight feels like a dream come true
Always, seems like reality
Being with you feels like my dreams becoming reality
Forever, don't seem so far away
With you, the thought of forever feels closer than ever before
All I wanna do, all I wanna feel
All I desire is to be with you, to feel your love
All I wanna be is close to you
My only goal is to always be near you
Everyday, is my lucky day
Every day that I wake up to you by my side feels like a stroke of luck
All I wanna do, is love you
My only ambition is to love you with all that I am
I place no one above you
You are my number one priority, there is no one else above you
I'll tell you why
I will explain myself to you
Baby you know, you know, you're my one and only
You are the only one I want in my life
(All I wanna do is be together)
All I want is for us to be together
Sugar you know, I'll never leave you lonely
I promise never to leave you feeling lonely
In your eyes, in your eyes I see forever
Looking into your eyes, I know we have a future together
Ahhh, ohhh, ohhh, ohhh,
An expression of pure joy and love
Lyrics © Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: Lanny Wolfe
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@kenu1943
"Love Of My Life"
First, first time I looked into your eyes
I saw heaven, oh, heaven in your eyes
Everything I did before you, wasn't worth my while
It should've been you all the time
I'll do anything, and everything to please you
You know how much I need you
You're always, always, on my mind
You're more than wonderful
More than amazing
Irreplaceable, love, love, of my life
You're so incredible, here in these arms tonight
The irreplaceable, love, love, of my life
Always, seems like reality
Forever, don't seem so far away
All I wanna do, all I wanna feel, all I wanna be is close to you
Everyday, is my lucky day
All I wanna do, is love you
I place no one above you
I'll tell you why
You're more than wonderful
More than amazing
The irreplaceable, love, love, of my life
You're so incredible, here in these arms tonight
The irreplaceable, love, love, of my life
Baby you know, you know you're my one and only
(All I wanna do is be together)
Sugar you know, I'll never leave you lonely
In your eyes, in your eyes I see forever
Ahhhh, ohhhh, ohhh, ohhhhh,
Ahhhhh, ohhhhhh, ohhhh,
You're more than wonderful
More than amazing
The irreplaceable, love, love, of my life
You're so incredible, here in these arms tonight
The irreplaceable, love, love, of my life
@johndarrell8688
brain McKnights falsetto is on point
@bessiethompson9037
John Darrell
@jeramiibugher1629
John Darrell chiiiiiiiiiile
@johndarrell8688
Jeramii Bugher i all i want to do is be together
@jeramiibugher1629
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@orlandoprude3341
Yes love him
@toredarivera1615
My husband and I were dating when this song came out!! This was one of his favorite songs to play for me when we were dating. After a child and 5 year relationship. We got married in a ceremony at the courthouse and a honeymoon at the holiday inn Exspress Hotel w/ jacuzzi! I never regretted it!! We were married for 17 years and together for 22 years. He passed away a year ago, and I truly miss him!! I cry for him when i listen to this🎵 because he would sing it to me or we would dance together in the living room. The reason why we would always count the total years we were together 22 years is because my husband said when he first saw me he knew I was going to be his wife! Now that he's gone, I truly miss him. Ladies, when you've been loved like that by a man who is faithful, never cheated and truly loves you inside and out. It's hard to start over! I thank God I had real love with him. Rest in peace, Benjamin Rivera❤😢 #BrianMcKnight😊
@anthonyholliday9899
God bless you ❤
@toredarivera1615
@anthonyholliday9899 Thanks, and God bless you as well.👍🏽
@A_message_of_Hope
Thank you for sharing your beautiful love 💗 story may his soul rest in peace and may the Lord strengthen you all the days of your life with His joy.
The guy that sent me this song recently told me the same thing. He said I finally found my wife mind you we had just saw each other, he also said a man knows. It’s the song for me,I finally had someone send a respectful/ beautiful song. He’s very different than anyone I’ve dated in a good way but I am very interested it’s the love of God in him. Plus the way he looks into my eyes while others look with lust at my body. He doesn’t know yet that I’m interested. Everything has its perfect timing.🙏