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.
Til I Get Over You
Brian McKnight Lyrics
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I remember the way you used to touch me all the time
I told you how I was the luckiest man alive
And now I hear you showin' off your new boy
And frontin' like everything's alright
I'll be damned if I let you know that I still find it hard to sleep at night
Outside I'm smiling, inside I'm crying
(Oh)
Outside I'm smiling, inside I'm crying
(yeah oh)
I just keep denying till I get over you
Endless times I stayed up all night waiting for you to call
Lying to myself 'cause you weren't thinking 'bout me at all
My eyes are holding back the tears
My pride won't let you see me act a fool
'Cause I'll be damned if I let you know that I still feel something for you
Outside I'm smiling, inside I'm crying
(Oh)
I just keep denying till I get over you
(I get over you, till I get over you, baby)
Outside I'm smiling, inside I'm crying
(Yeah, crying)
I just keep denying till I get over you
(Yeah, over you baby, oh)
Can't forget the way we touched
(Every day, every night, baby)
And the way we used to make love
(I still remember how it feels)
Baby, but now it's over and you're gone
(I've got to say "Goodbye")
Hey, because I know, I can't go on without you
Outside I'm smiling, inside I'm crying
(Oh, oh)
I just keep denying till I get over you
Outside I'm smiling, inside I'm crying
I just keep denying till I get over you
Outside I'm smiling, inside I'm crying
I just keep denying till I get over you
Outside I'm smiling, inside I'm crying
I just keep denying till I get over you
Outside I'm smiling, inside I'm crying
I just keep denying till I get over you
Outside I'm smiling, inside I'm crying
I just keep denying till I get over you
The lyrics to Brian McKnight's song "Til I Get Over You" express the pain and struggle of moving on from a past love. The singer remembers how his lover used to touch him and how he felt like the luckiest man alive. However, now he hears that she has a new boyfriend and is pretending that everything is okay. The singer is trying to deny the reality of the situation and convince himself that he can move on, but he finds it hard to sleep at night and is crying on the inside. He doesn't want her to know how much he still cares for her, so he puts on a smile and pretends everything is okay on the outside.
The singer has stayed up all night waiting for her to call, but she never did. He lies to himself, telling himself that she is thinking about him when she is not. He tries to hold back his tears and not act like a fool in front of her because he still feels something for her. Even though they used to touch and make love, it's all over now, and he has to say goodbye. The singer knows that he can't go on without her but is still trying to deny his feelings until he can finally get over her.
Line by Line Meaning
I remember the way you used to touch me all the time
I recall the loving way you used to touch me constantly
I told you how I was the luckiest man alive
I expressed my gratitude at being fortunate enough to have you in my life
And now I hear you showin' off your new boy
I have learned that you flaunt your new lover to others
And frontin' like everything's alright
You pretend that everything between us had always been just perfect
I'll be damned if I let you know that I still find it hard to sleep at night
I refuse to let you know that I am still struggling to move on from our relationship
Endless times I stayed up all night waiting for you to call
I have spent many sleepless nights longing for your call
Lying to myself 'cause you weren't thinking 'bout me at all
I have been deceiving myself because it's clear you do not think about me anymore
My eyes are holding back the tears
I manage to keep my tears in check
My pride won't let you see me act a fool
I will not let you see me breakdown because of you
'Cause I'll be damned if I let you know that I still feel something for you
I will not allow you to know that I still harbor feelings for you in me
Can't forget the way we touched
I cannot erase from my memory the sweet moments we spent together
And the way we used to make love
I cannot forget the way we made love to each other
Baby, but now it's over and you're gone
Sadly, our relationship has ended, and you are no longer in my life
Hey, because I know, I can't go on without you
I know it's impossible to move on without you
Outside I'm smiling, inside I'm crying
On the outside, I seem okay, but inside, I am heartbroken
I just keep denying till I get over you
I keep denying my feelings until I finally get over you
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BRIAN KELLY MCKNIGHT
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
MsSexyDiva4Lyfe
This whole cd was da bomb!! I still listen to it all the time!
Terry Houston
YASSS
Anissa White
I played the hell out this song while dealing with my first heart break. Haven't heard this song since then. Nothing like getting your heart broken for the very first time. Almost caught a case. Thank God for growth.
frankliusmaximus88
hes got a voice that makes even a man close his eyes and tear up
shalalala
Wow. He hits the nail on the head. "my pride wont let you see me act a fool. Outside am smiling, inside am crying, I'll just keep denying til I get over you." You have to do what you have to do.
Patrica McKenzie
Outside I'm smilin'. Inside I'm crying. I'll just keep denying til' I get over you! Who let this man get away without winning a Grammy for any one of his songs????? #CrimesAgainstPhenomenalMusic
appils2000
Travesty that this man got his due respect
Cheryl Williams
So true. He is a true, talented artist, that's why he never won.
genicia smith
this is true...... very realistical views on love and life....
Angle Johnson
yea i was just reading him and snoop dogg were nominated for like 16 but never won but nasty ass beyonce and rihsmna won so many and they cant sing so sad for brian