His debut single "No Promises" was a huge hit in Denmark in the fall of 2005/spring of 2006. In 2006 he released "Homeless Heart", which was the second single from his debut album, Confessional. The song was used as the opening theme to the Danish reality television program Paradise Hotel. Two more singles followed, "Can't Say I'm Sorry" and "Where Do You Go?".
His second studio album, Good News, was released in 2007.
Bryan received his first Gold record for the sale of 20,000 copies of 'Confessional' in Denmark, and Platinum for more than 13,000 downloads of "No Promises". Furthermore Bryan was nominated Best Danish Male Singer at the 2006 Zulu Awards.
In 2009 Bryan Rice co-wrote the song "Underneath My Skin", with Mads Haugaard, sung by Norwegian singer Christina Undhjem, which participated in Dansk Melodi Grand Prix.
Having been offered a wildcard as a performer, Bryan Rice once again competed in Dansk Melodi Grand Prix in 2010. His entry was the song "Breathing", which was written by Peter Bjørnskov. The song made it to the final round of voting, finishing 2nd in a field of 10 songs.
On October 25, 2010 Bryan Rice released his third studio album, Another Piece of Me.The album features duets with Danish singer Julie Berthelsen and Swedish Emilia. It was preceded by the release of the third single, "There for You", on June 28, 2010. This song was such a success that it appeared in The Sims 3 latest add-on called 'Late Night' in Simlish version.
Bryan Rice has also been successful in South Africa among other countries.
In 2011 Bryan signed a deal for a release in Holland and for Belgium and Luxembourg. The first single for Holland will be 'Second Last Chance' and in Belgium it will be 'Curtain Call'.
Bryan Rice is currently working on a Live CD release called 'A Live Piece Of Me - The Scandic Sessions' for release october 2011.
Current release : Hear me as I am (2014)
Albums:
Confessional (2006),
Good News (2007),
Another Piece Of Me (2010),
A Live Piece Of Me - The Scandic Sessions (2011),
Hear me as I am (2015)
Singles:
"No Promises" (2005)
"Homeless Heart" (2006)
"Can't Say I'm Sorry" (2006)
"Where Do You Go" (2006)
"I Lied" (2007)
"Good News" (2007)
"Sleeping Satellite" (2007)
"Here I Am" (2008)
"Second Last Chance" (2009)
"Breathing" (2010)
"Watch the Stars" (2010) (feat. Emilia)
"There for You" (2010)
"Curtain Call" (featuring Julie) (2010)
"For the Love of the Game" (Official UEFA U21 Championship Denmark sang) (2011)
"Make the Moment Last" (2011)
"These Arms" (2013)
"I Choose U" (2014)
" Hear me as I am" (2014)
Not Enough
Bryan Rice Lyrics
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Something wrong that defies mere words
None of the adjectives I know
Are adequate to show the pain
Love's still in need of love today
I watch TV, I watch my street
But the peace in my backyard is bittersweet
I take responsibility
But I'm inheriting a past that's on repeat
I can keep on hoping
It's not enough
I can say I'm sorry
It's not enough
Cause if I can't get up & practice what I preach
It's not enough, it's just not enough
I'm judging you but I do it too
It's easy to be a hero in your living room
A little goes a long way
Act locally, love globally
If each one teach one, that would be
More than enough for me
I can keep on hoping
It's not enough
I can say I'm sorry
It's not enough
Cause if I can't get up & practice what I preach
It's not enough, it's just not enough
What can I do, when can I start
How can I change?
Who can I love, where can I lead
What can I change?
What can I say, how can I help
How can I change?
How can I change? How can I change?
Chorus x 3
Bryan Rice's song "Not Enough" is a reflective piece about the singer's inner turmoil over the state of the world. The first few lines of the song indicate that the singer is trying to find the words to describe what's happening in the world, but he can't seem to convey the depth of the pain and suffering he sees. He then goes on to express that even though he tries to make a difference, he feels helpless and powerless in the face of inherited problems that seem to keep repeating.
The chorus repeats the phrase "It's not enough," which is a clear indication that the singer feels that his efforts to make a difference are insufficient. He acknowledges that he can keep hoping and apologizing, but unless he takes action, it won't be enough. The song goes on to suggest that while it's essential to love globally, one can only act locally, and that little effort can go a long way. The song ends with the singer questioning how he can start making changes in the world and how he can lead others to do the same.
Overall, the song's message is one of frustration and a desire to make a difference in the world. It acknowledges that the world's problems are immense, and it can be tough to find the right words to describe them. Still, it encourages listeners to take responsibility for their actions and do what they can to create positive change.
Line by Line Meaning
There's something wrong with the world
The world has a problem that can't be easily explained
Something wrong that defies mere words
The problem is so complex that words can't fully describe it
None of the adjectives I know
The singer is unable to find the right words to describe the problem
Are adequate to show the pain
The pain caused by the problem is beyond words
Love's still in need of love today
Love is still lacking in the world despite its importance
I watch TV, I watch my street
The singer is observing the world around them through media and in person
But the peace in my backyard is bittersweet
While the singer is safe in their own space, they are aware of the larger problems in the world that hinder true peace
I take responsibility
The artist acknowledges that they have a role to play in addressing the world's problems
I contradict the things I see
The artist is aware of their own shortcomings and contradictions
But I'm inheriting a past that's on repeat
The artist recognizes that history often repeats itself and they are part of a larger cycle
I can keep on hoping
The singer holds onto hope despite the challenges they face
It's not enough
Hope alone is not sufficient to solve the world's problems
I can say I'm sorry
Apologizing is a start but not enough
Cause if I can't get up & practice what I preach
Actions speak louder than words, and merely preaching without action is not enough
I'm judging you but I do it too
The singer recognizes their own tendency to judge others despite their own faults
It's easy to be a hero in your living room
It's easy to talk about making a difference without actually doing anything
A little goes a long way
Small actions can have a big impact
Act locally, love globally
Making a difference in your own community can help to address global issues
If each one teach one, that would be more than enough for me
If everyone shares knowledge and works together, progress can be made
What can I do, when can I start
The artist is eager to take action towards making a difference
How can I change?
The artist wants to know how they can personally make a difference
Who can I love, where can I lead
The artist wants to know who they can help and where they can make a difference
What can I change?
The singer is ready and willing to make a change
What can I say, how can I help
The artist wants to know what they can do and say to make a positive impact
Chorus x 3
Repeats the central message that hope and apologies are not enough to make positive change, action is necessary
Contributed by Adalyn Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.