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.
Niko's Lullaby
Brian McKnight Lyrics
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Close your eyes
Fall away to sleep
Eyes like mine
Don't you cry
Cause tomorrow there'll be much more
To see
Don't you cry
The lyrics of Brian McKnight's song Niko's Lullaby are like a tender and affectionate message from a caring parent to a beloved child. The lullaby is a way of soothing the child and helping them to relax into sleep. The parent reassures the child that they should not cry because there will always be more to see and more adventures to experience in the future. The final invitation to say goodnight and fall asleep is offered with a gentle and reassuring tone that suggests the parent is watching over the child and keeping them safe.
The song appears to be inspired by the birth of Brian McKnight's son, Niko, and it is one of the most touching and intimate songs in his extensive catalog. Niko's Lullaby is a testament to the profound love that a parent can feel for their child and the powerful bond that develops between them. The song's simple melody and heartfelt lyrics create a sense of warmth and security that is sure to soothe any child, and the song has become a favorite of parents all over the world.
Line by Line Meaning
Lullaby, say good night
I sing this lullaby to you, Niko, as a way of saying goodnight and wishing you sweet dreams.
Close your eyes
I want you to close your eyes and relax, letting the peacefulness of night take over.
Fall away to sleep
I hope you drift off to a restful sleep, allowing yourself to be carried off to dreamland.
Eyes like mine
You have eyes that look like mine, which brings us closer together as family.
Don't you cry
Please don't worry or be upset about anything, just rest easy and know that everything will be alright.
Cause tomorrow there'll be much more To see
There will be lots of new things to explore and discover tomorrow, so don't worry about what you might have missed out on today.
Say goodnight and fall asleep
I bid you farewell for the night, wishing for you to have sweet dreams and a rejuvenating rest.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BRIAN KELLY MCKNIGHT, MICHAEL BRANDON BARNES
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