David Garza (born February 4, 1971 in Irving, Texas) is an Austin-based Ame… Read Full Bio ↴David Garza (born February 4, 1971 in Irving, Texas) is an Austin-based American singer-songwriter who infuses rock and pop with a latin feel and whose vocal style draws comparisons to Freddie Mercury, Prince, Jeff Buckley, Donovan and Robert Plant.

In 1989, following stints in numerous high-school bands, Garza enrolled in the University of Texas at Austin, where he and his band Twang Twang Shock-a-Boom (named in reference to the guitar, bass, and drums of the group) gained industry attention for Garza's combination of pop-savvy songwriting and Robert Plant-style vocals. After leaving the group to go solo, he formed a new backup band and gigged continually around and outside the Texas area, billed as Davíd Garza & The Lovebeads and later as DAH-VEED.

A third generation Mexican-American, David grew up between Dallas and Fort Worth. Before he was old enough to get into clubs, Garza was handpicked by Edie Brickell & New Bohemians to open for them in the funky warehouse district of Deep Ellum. He played solo gigs by night and attended Catholic high school by day. After accepting a classical guitar scholarship at UT Austin, he dropped out a year later to be a full-time rocker.

Garza released a flurry of solo cassettes and CDs, selling them for $5 and $10, respectively. He calls this the “Single Bill Theory,” one he maintains to the present day. He performed tirelessly on the regional club and college circuit, ultimately striking a major-label deal, in 1996. At first, Garza rebuffed various major label recording offers, choosing instead to record and distribute music on his own label, Wide Open Records. After releasing nine records and selling 30,000 copies on his own [2], he eventually signed with Lava/Atlantic and was featured on the Great Expectations soundtrack. His major-label debut, This Euphoria, followed in April 1998. He took over production duties for his second Lava/Atlantic record, 2001's Overdub, and brought in Will Calhoun and Doug Wimbish, the drummer and bassist of Living Colour as his backup band for the sessions. Juliana Hatfield contributed backing vocals on the song "Keep On Crying."
In 1999, at the height of his touring popularity, David was voted 2nd only behind Stevie Ray Vaughan as Austin Musician of the Decade (Austin Chronicle).

In subsequent years, Garza has returned to releasing his music independently and plays frequently in Texas and in Los Angeles. A series of regular shows at L.A.'s Club Largo showcased his skill as a solo performer on both piano and guitar. During Garza’s live shows, people as highly regarded as producer/soundtrack icon Jon Brion, Nickel Creek, Grant Lee Phillips and Fiona Apple regularly sat in with him. He has also done extensive work as a producer and session musician.

His song "Butterflies" was featured in the pilot episode of the TV series Veronica Mars in 2004.

Let Me
David Garza Lyrics

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What are you crying for
It's a beautiful day
And sadness only brings more sadness
You should be smiling it's a wonderful day
And it's your heart I'm after baby

Still my days are lonely
Still my nights are long

So oh let me be your love oh
Let me be your love oh
Let me be your love

Why are you sleeping
Some day we'll grow gray hair
And wonder why we have to grow old
But I'm here and it's your heart I'm after
I know happiness can unfold baby

Still my days are lonely
Still my nights are long
So oh let me be your love oh
Let me be your love oh
Let me be your love

Oh oh oh
Let me be your love oh

Let me be your love oh
Let me be your love

Overall Meaning

In David Garza's song "Let Me In," the lyrics revolve around a plea for love and companionship. The song begins with the singer questioning why the person they're addressing is crying when it is a beautiful day. They emphasize that sadness only brings more sadness and encourage the person to smile and embrace the wonderful day. The singer then expresses their desire to be with this person and win their heart. They acknowledge that despite the person's presence in their life, their days are still lonely and their nights feel long. The chorus repeats the plea for the person to let them be their love, highlighting the singer's yearning for a deep connection and partnership.

The second verse touches on the passage of time and the inevitability of growing old. The singer points out that someday they will both have gray hair and wonder why they had to age. But in the present moment, the singer reassures the person that they are there and it is their heart they are after. They believe that happiness can unfold between them.

Overall, the lyrics convey a strong desire for love and intimacy. The singer recognizes the potential for joy and companionship with this person and expresses their willingness to be there for them, to make their lonely days and nights better. The repetition of the plea in the chorus emphasizes the singer's longing and commitment to be the one who brings love into the person's life.

Line by Line Meaning

What are you crying for
Why are you feeling sad or upset?

It's a beautiful day
The weather is pleasant and favorable

And sadness only brings more sadness
Feeling sad can lead to more feelings of sadness

You should be smiling it's a wonderful day
You should be happy and displaying a smile because the day is amazing

And it's your heart I'm after baby
I desire your love and affection, my dear

Still my days are lonely
Despite everything, I still feel alone during the day

Still my nights are long
Even at night, I experience feelings of loneliness that seem to linger

So oh let me be your love oh
Allow me to be the source of love and affection in your life

Why are you sleeping
Why are you not fully engaging in life or taking action?

Some day we'll grow gray hair
In the future, we will become old and age

And wonder why we have to grow old
And question the reasons behind the inevitability of aging