At age 16, Doyle Bramhall II toured with Jimmie Vaughan's band, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, as second guitarist. In 1992 Doyle formed Arc Angels with Charlie Sexton and Stevie Ray Vaughan's rhythm section of bassist Tommy Shannon and drummer Chris Layton (also known as Double Trouble). Doyle became Eric Clapton's second guitarist in 2004 after Andy Fairweather-Low backed out of the tour. He left Clapton's band in 2009 to reform Arc Angels.
"Doyle Bramhall II was raised in a home filled with the blues and rock and roll sounds that are indigenous to his birthplace - Austin, Texas. His father, Doyle Bramhall Senior, was the drummer for blues legend Lightning Hopkins and a regular collaborator with Jimmie and Stevie Ray Vaughan.
When Doyle was 16 years old, he toured as second guitarist with Jimmy Vaughan's band, The Fabulous Thunderbirds. Shortly thereafter he and fellow Texan, Charlie Sexton, co-founded the rock band Arc Angels. Doyle and Charlie enlisted the rhythm section from Stevie Ray Vaughan's backing band, Double Trouble, to complete the lineup. The group enjoyed critical acclaim and commercial success.
Following the release of "Jellycream," Doyle's 1999 RCA debut recording, he received phone calls from both Roger Waters and Eric Clapton. Doyle ended up joining Roger Waters for a summer tour while Clapton, along with fellow blues great B.B. King, chose two of Doyle's songs - "Marry You" and "I Wanna Be" - for their collaborative recording entitled "Riding With The King." Upon completion of the "Riding..." project, Doyle, his wife - Susannah Melvoin, and Clapton co-wrote and performed "Superman Inside" for Clapton's album, "Reptile." Doyle's playing is also heavily featured on the album.
The latest offering from Doyle Bramhall II, entitled - "Welcome" - is the purest sampling of Doyle's talents to date. Doyle entered the studio with Smokestack, the band he put together a couple of years ago, and co-producers Benmont Tench and Jim Scott to record the 12 - song set. Joining Doyle in Smokestack is J.J. Johnson on drums and bassist Chris Bruce. Susannah Melvoin contributed background vocals, Benmont Tench pulled keyboard duty and Craig Ross played second guitar.
The album, "Welcome" showcases the diversity of Bramhall's talent; from his songwriting to his intense, soulful vocals and virtuoso guitar playing. Doyle's gravity explosion can be readily heard on such tracks as the driving "Green Light Girl" and the uptempo "Soul Shaker." His dedication to the blues can be felt on tracks like "Life," "So You Want It To Rain" and "Send Some Love."
Doyle and his band are set to open for Eric Clapton on the first leg of a worldwide tour this year".
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Keep You Dreamin'
Doyle Bramhall II Lyrics
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I'll give you everything I have
I ain't gonna lose you, girl
Are you ready for a steady man?
'Cause I've been waiting for this moment
I'm gonna take you in and show you
Nobody else will ever touch you like this
I'm gonna be the one you dream about, yeah
Watch you sleeping in the morning sun
This ain't gonna be like the other one
Oh, can you see it when I look at you baby?
I want you so bad, oh yeah
I wanna make love with you
I won't ever let you go, girl
Come on, kiss me and you'll know
You'll never need nothing else, no
'Cause I've been waiting for this moment
I'm gonna take you in and show you
Nobody else will ever love you like this
Keep you up with things to dream about, yeah
I wanna lay with you, lady
Watch you sleeping in the morning sun
Everything is gonna be alright, yeah
Now that you're with me, sweet baby
I want you so bad, oh
Come to me, girl
Come on, come on, come to me girl
Come on, come on, come to me girl
Come on, come on, come to me girl
I'm gonna lay with you, lady
Let me kiss you 'til the morning comes
Moving me, baby
Can't you see it, where you belong
You're gonna be mine
You're gonna be mine
Come to me, where you belong
Oh, can you see it when I look at you baby?
I'm gonna be there (I got everything you need)
Yeah, I'm gonna be there (To keep you dreaming)
You're gonna be my lady (Take everything you need)
Come in to me girl (I'll keep you dreaming)
Kiss me and you'll know, sugar
(I'll keep you dreaming)
(I'll keep you dreaming)
(I'll keep you dreaming)
(I'll keep you dreaming)
The lyrics of Doyle Bramhall II's "Keep You Dreamin'" depict the promise of love and devotion from a man towards his girl. The singer tells her that he is willing to give her all that he has and he won't let her go. He is convinced that he is the one she dreams about and assures her that he will keep her up with things to dream about. He expresses his desire for her and promises to take her in, show her how no one can ever touch or love her like he does. He wants to watch her sleeping in the morning sun and tells her that everything will be alright now that she's with him.
Overall, the song is about the strong, passionate feelings and affection the singer has for his lover. He is committed to creating a life alongside her and wants to reassure her of his undying love and loyalty.
Line by Line Meaning
Come here so I can let you know
I want to tell you how I feel in person
I'll give you everything I have
I am willing to give you all I can offer
I ain't gonna lose you, girl
I am committed to keeping you by my side
Are you ready for a steady man?
Do you want a committed relationship?
'Cause I've been waiting for this moment
I have been waiting for the right person to commit to
I'm gonna take you in and show you
I want to introduce you to my life and love
Nobody else will ever touch you like this
I promise to treat you with the utmost care and affection
I'm gonna be the one you dream about, yeah
I want to be the one that makes you happy in your dreams
I'm gonna lay with you, lady
I want to spend the night with you
Watch you sleeping in the morning sun
I want to admire you as you sleep in the sunlight
This ain't gonna be like the other one
Our relationship won't be like any you have had before
Oh, can you see it when I look at you baby?
You can see how much I care when I look at you
I want you so bad, oh yeah
I desire you deeply
I wanna make love with you
I want to share my intimacy with you
I won't ever let you go, girl
I am committed to keeping you forever
Come on, kiss me and you'll know
Our love will be made clear through a simple kiss
You'll never need nothing else, no
You will never need anything else when you are with me
'Cause I've been waiting for this moment
I have been waiting for the right person to commit to
I'm gonna take you in and show you
I want to introduce you to my life and love
Nobody else will ever love you like this
I promise to love you more than anyone else ever could
Keep you up with things to dream about, yeah
I want to give you happy thoughts to dream about
I wanna lay with you, lady
I want to spend the night with you
Watch you sleeping in the morning sun
I want to admire you as you sleep in the sunlight
Everything is gonna be alright, yeah
We will work through any difficulties together
Now that you're with me, sweet baby
Now that we are together, life is sweet
I want you so bad, oh
I desire you deeply
Come to me, girl
I want you to be with me
I'm gonna lay with you, lady
I want to spend the night with you
Let me kiss you 'til the morning comes
I want to share my love through kisses until morning
Moving me, baby
You make me feel alive and excited
Can't you see it, where you belong
I want you to see that you belong with me
You're gonna be mine
I am committed to making you mine
Come to me, where you belong
I want you to be with me, where you belong
Oh, can you see it when I look at you baby?
You can see how much I care when I look at you
I'm gonna be there (I got everything you need)
I will be there for you and provide all you need
Yeah, I'm gonna be there (To keep you dreaming)
I will be there to give you happy thoughts and dreams
You're gonna be my lady (Take everything you need)
You will be my one and only, and I will give you all you need
Come in to me girl (I'll keep you dreaming)
Come be with me and let me give you happy thoughts and dreams
Kiss me and you'll know, sugar
A kiss will show you how much I care
(I'll keep you dreaming)
I will give you happy thoughts and dreams
(I'll keep you dreaming)
I will give you happy thoughts and dreams
(I'll keep you dreaming)
I will give you happy thoughts and dreams
(I'll keep you dreaming)
I will give you happy thoughts and dreams
Writer(s): Doyle Bramhall II, Renee K Zellweger
Contributed by Parker F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@CatherineSTodd
I think these songs are great... he's long a very long storied career with great reviews and is considered a terrific guitar player. If Eric Clapton says so, so do I !!!
@davidsant5729
Songs aren't bad on this album, but maybe a bit too derivative for a guitar player's entry into the pop market? Maybe his finest hours were playing with Roger Waters on the Floyd Master's classics.