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.
To You
Brian McKnight Lyrics
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I know what I would find
Someone half as smart
Someone half as sweet
Half as lovely and half as kind, if I was the ruler of
A kingdom with a house of wives to choose
It wouldn't even quite compare
To what I've got right here with you
So if I stumble just a bit, trying to say what's on my mind
Please excuse me, 'cause I never felt the way that I feel inside
It's possible
I may have finally have found my dream come true
There could never be another you
The stars are bright tonight
They know you're mine, all mine
I knew that it would be alright when my other dreams fell through
And for this very night, I've waited all my life
Standing straight and tall
I'll give my all to you
So please excuse me if I
Stumble just a bit
Trying to say what's on my mind
Please excuse me, 'cause I never felt the way that I feel inside
It's possible
I may have finally found my dream come true
There could never be another you
There could never be another you
In Brian McKnight's song "Another You," he sings about finding true love and how it surpasses anything else he could ever find, even if he travels around the world. He acknowledges that there may be someone out there who is half as smart, half as sweet, half as lovely, and half as kind as the one he loves, but they could never compare to what he has with her. He stumbles over his words while trying to express how he feels but explains that he has never felt this way before.
The lyrics are a testament to finding true love and how it can be hard to put into words. McKnight expresses how his love for this person is a dream come true and that there can never be another person like them. The stars are bright tonight, and he knows that she is his. McKnight has waited all his life for this moment, and he gives his all to her.
Overall, the song talks about the powerful emotions of finding true love and how it can be hard to express. McKnight beautifully sings about the feeling of finally finding a dream come true and never wanting to let it go.
Line by Line Meaning
If I traveled all around the world
If I journeyed to every corner of the earth
I know what I would find
I know what I would discover
Someone half as smart
Somebody not as intelligent as you
Someone half as sweet
Somebody not as nice as you
Half as lovely and half as kind if I was the one
If I were to be half as affectionate and kind as you are
A kingdom with a wholesome wife to choose
Even if I had my pick of any virtuous wife in the land
It wouldn't even quite compare
It still wouldn't be equivalent
To what I've got right here with you
To the love and companionship I share with you
So if I stumble just a bit trying to say what's on my mind?
If I struggle to articulate my thoughts clearly
Please excuse me cause I never felt the way that I feel inside
Please forgive me because I've never experienced these emotions before
It's possible
It's conceivable
I may have finally have found my dream come true
I may have attained my greatest wish
There can never be another you
No one else can ever replace you
The stars are bright tonight
The stars are shining brightly in the sky tonight
They know you are mine ooh mine
They're aware that you're mine
I knew that it would be alright when my other dreams fell through
I was certain that everything would be okay when my other aspirations didn't work out
And for this very night I've waited all my life
I've anticipated this night for my entire existence
Standing straight and tall
Standing with confidence and pride
I give my all to you
I devote my entirety to you
There can never be another you
No one else can ever replace you
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Brian Kelly McKnight
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