He has been hailed as a '‘once in a lifetime’' phenomenal talent and a rising media star.
The control and range of his voice, as well as his ability to interpret and adapt material of differing genres, are the cornerstones of his unique talent.
Declan Galbraith and his family live in the UK, in Hoo, a village near Rochester, Kent.
The presence for Declan’s unique style and distinctive voice can be traced back to his early childhood. He would often accompany his grandfather's perforances at local folk concerts. Declan would sit for hours just watching and listening. Declan claims he can remember singing at two years old. It wasn’t long before his family and friends realized he had a very special gift.
At the age of eight, he started entering local talent competitions and won sixteen titles in just fourteen months. He was spotted by one of the major recording companies at one of these talent competitions and before long he was signed as a recording artist.
His first recording was a version of ‘Walking in the Air’,which was released on a special Christmas Hits album which also featured Westlife, Elton John and Elvis Presley among many others.
In a short period of time, Declan had become a well-known celebrity and has appeared in numerous television programs, newspapers and radio shows all over the UK and Ireland. Included among some of his most memorable appearances are the following: the Queen’s Jubilee at St Paul's Cathedral, where he sang ‘Amazing Grace’ accompanied by the St Paul’s choir and at an Elton John concert where at least twenty-two thousand listeners were present.
To his growing list of credits is a Guinness World Record where in Belfast during a 2002 tour of 'Young Voices', he was simultaneously linked with more than 80,000 children from all over the country who accompanied him in achieving the world’s largest choral singalong.
Declan’s next significant career move was a signing to media mogul Haim Saban’s Saban Music Group, headed by Ron Kenan, who recognized Declan’s exceptional talent.
Two stunningly received impromptu appearances on Germany’s biggest TV shows led German media giant Pro7/Sat1 Media to bring Declan to its new record label Starwatch, distributed by Warner Bros. In cooperation with multi-platinum German producer Ully Jonas, the resulting album, entitiled Thank You, released on December 1, 2006.
Although Declan is a British citizen and singer, Declan is more famous and well-known abroad, especially in China, whereas his songs were chosen as part of the Chinese education curriculum for learning English. Declan's songs are used to help Chinese children learn English as his songs are easy to remember and suitable for children. In May 2008, Declan undertook a successful two cities tour in China, the cities included were Beijing and ShenZhen.
Trivia
Released debut album 'Declan' on 29 October 2002
Won 'Best Young International Performer' at the 'Twenty-Fourth Annual Young Artist Awards'
At the age of 8, Declan started singing at local talent competitions and won sixteen titles in just fourteen months.
Recorded a version of 'Walking in the Air' which was released on the same Christmas album as Westlife and Elton John.
Discography
Albums
Declan (2002)
Thank You (2006)
You and Me (2007)
Singles
Tell Me Why (2002)
Love of My Life (2007)
Ego You (2007)
Love Can Build a Bridge
Declan Galbraith Lyrics
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With no shoes upon my feet
To share with you the last bite
Of bread I had to eat
I would swim out to save you
In your sea of broken dreams
When all your hopes are sinkin'
(chorus)
Love can build a bridge
Between your heart and mine
Love can build a bridge
Don't ye think it's time?
Don't ye think it's time?
I would whisper love so loudly
Every heart could understand
Love and only love
Can join the tribes of men
Love can build a bridge
Between your heart and mine
Love can build a bridge
Don't ye think it's time?
Don't ye think it's time?
When we stand together
It's our finest hour
We can do anything, anything
Keep believin'
Believe in the power
Love can build a bridge
Between your heart and mine
Love can build a bridge
Don't ye think it's time?
Don't ye think it's time?
Oh, love
Love can build a bridge
Yeah, love
Love can build a bridge
With love we can build a bridge
Don't ye think it's time?
Don't ye think it's time?
The lyrics to Declan Galbraith's "Love Can Build a Bridge" reflect a message of unity and the power of love to bring people together despite differences. The first verse suggests a willingness to sacrifice and share what little is available to help someone in need. The second verse speaks of a desire to carry someone through their struggles and show them the possibilities that come from love. The chorus is a call to action, urging listeners to recognize the connection that love can create between people and to embrace it as a means of building bridges of understanding.
The lyrics also suggest that love is not just a feeling but an action, something that must be shown and demonstrated. This is evident in the lines "I would whisper love so loudly, every heart could understand," which suggests that love must be expressed and exemplified in a way that is tangible and accessible to others.
Overall, the song's message is one of hope, emphasizing the potential for love to transform individuals and communities. The repetition of the phrase "Don't ye think it's time?" at the end of each chorus serves as a reminder of the urgency of this message and suggests that the time to act is now.
Line by Line Meaning
I'd gladly across the desert
I am willing to face any hardship and travel any distance to be with you.
With no shoes upon my feet
I will give up my comfort and convenience for you.
To share with you the last bite
I will share everything I have with you, even if it means going hungry myself.
Of bread I had to eat
I will give you everything I can, even if it's not much.
I would swim out to save you
I will risk my life to save you, no matter what.
In your sea of broken dreams
I will be there for you in times of trouble and sadness.
When all your hopes are sinkin'
I will lift you up when you feel down and hopeless.
Let me show you what love means
I want to demonstrate the true meaning of love to you.
Love can build a bridge
Love can bring people together and overcome any obstacle.
Between your heart and mine
Love can create a connection between us that is unbreakable.
Don't ye think it's time?
Isn't it time for us to come together and build our love?
I would whisper love so loudly
I will declare my love for you boldly and proudly.
Every heart could understand
I want everyone to know how much I love you.
Love and only love
Love is the most important thing in the world.
Can join the tribes of men
Love can bring people from all walks of life together.
When we stand together
When we are united in love, we are at our strongest.
It's our finest hour
Working together in love is the best we can ever be.
We can do anything, anything
With love, we have the power to achieve anything.
Keep believin'
We need to keep our faith in love and each other.
Believe in the power
We need to believe in the strength of our love to overcome any challenge.
Oh, love
Love is the most beautiful thing in the world.
Yeah, love
Love is the most powerful force on earth.
With love we can build a bridge
We can overcome any obstacle if we have love.
Don't ye think it's time?
Isn't it time for us to come together and build our love?
Contributed by Harper P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
David Glaspim
I simply love Declan Galbraith. Eleven years ago when I discovered his work through a friend's influence, it was love at first sight, actually love at first song 😄. I don't know about other fans, but I really want to see today's Declan, the adult Declan. Because we already lived and loved little Declan. I wonder, what will today's Declan write in these new chapters? What stories will he tell? What feelings will he share with the world?
Borbala Nagy
Dear Declan,
without you, the world would be poorer.
I am grateful for all the feelings you convey with your songs, whether as a child, teenager or adult 😊
Thank You❣️
Borbala Nagy
Thank you 😊
Dorayaki de frijoles uwu
When I think of a song, I also think of a story, and knowing that it is so beautiful to live a large part dedicated to what you are most passionate about, it is true that love can build a bridge, the love that others give us, the one we give, and it is easier when we all know how to love.
Will Schmitz
Discovered this when I was about 11 or 12. I don’t know who does his instrumentals/production, but they are incredible. Usually kids’ singing voices are annoying and immature, but his is like a young Michael. Very rare, just excellent
SEMARA PEREIRA DE PEREIRA
Linda esta musica💙
Birute Grafinina
🌾Hi!! I like that song so much ,I like very great performance !! Thank you ,dear Declan,for beautiful emotions,when listen song!! With greetings from Lithuania!! 🍃
Rita Sinha
Amazing 👌💞
Declan Galbraith
Thanks 🤗
Fabiana Chagas
Lindo anjo 👼