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Highly acclaimed underground soul/blues duo Dwight & Nicole (Dwight Ritcher… Read Full Bio ↴Highly acclaimed underground soul/blues duo Dwight & Nicole (Dwight Ritcher and Nicole Nelson) has been charming music fans and critics for years with their profound blend of American music. Equal parts 60’s soul, 40’s jazz, and Delta blues, the duo is at the vanguard of New York City’s latest emergence of cool. Performing usually as a duo, Dwight & Nicole have the ability to bring a very big presence to any stage. Ritcher, a multi-instrumentalist, tastefully plays a Gibson Flying V guitar at most shows, running bass lines and finger-picking. When the mood strikes he takes crushing solos, reminiscent of Albert King in their grit and strength. Often, as the music calls for it, he sits at a piano or even behind a drum kit, adding to the texture of their set. Occasionally, Nelson, who builds rhythm by stomping, clapping and playing tambourine, will strap on the guitar, or sit at a piano; further revealing their versatility. In their folk-pop leanings, they are often compared to Tom Waits & Rickie Lee Jones. Critics have also called them the “rocked out reincarnation of Ella Fitzgerald and Jimmy Rushing” in their jazzier turns. Together, Dwight & Nicole generate an extraordinary depth of emotion. During the quiet, intimate parts of the show, the crowd is pin-drop silent; feeling the weight of every word. Dwight’s deep and soulful voice moves with Nicole’s expressive alto, producing lush harmonies that build and erupt, at points, to beautiful peaks; punctuating their set with memorable highlights that remain long after the curtains close. The two have had the pleasure of sharing stages with some of their favorite artists, which is a list of performers as eclectic as they are, including such luminaries as Buddy Guy, Dr John, Maya Angelou, Chuck Berry, Mavis Staples and Carly Simon. “Magnificent!” Exclaimed Ms. Angelou, who attended an opening performance at Boston’s Symphony Hall, and asked for an autographed CD following the show. One online critic states simply, “Add Dwight & Nicole to your list of must-see acts: if you like real, passionate, old-fashioned soul music that works on your mind as much as your heart, you owe it to yourself to discover them.”

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Dwight & Nicole Lyrics


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Stranger in the rain outside my glass
Every night you pass a vision in my mind
Your hand reaches out for the taking
Danger tantalizing me with somebody like you
Can be so heartbreaking
You need to bear, all the birds are singing out to please take care

[Chorus]
We wait too long for the moment to be right
We wait too long for the perfect danger to enlighten
Wait too long

I regret to say that it's so sad
Never got around to thinks that we imagine that we try
Waiting for a message that could draw near
That could dam the tears that dwell up the twinkling of an eye

We wait too long for the moment to be right
We wait too long for the perfect danger to enlighten
Wait too long

In doughnut common prayers so contrived
The ugly rumors have me gathered, yeah,
Things are still polite
But I will soon find something wrong for you to find in me
I will bend the melody until it bleeds

We wait too long for the moment to be right




We wait too long for the perfect danger to enlight
Wait too long

Overall Meaning

The song "Wait" by Dwight & Nicole is a sad and melancholic tune about the pain of missed opportunities and regret. In the verses, the singer describes a recurring image of a stranger outside her window, someone who represents the possibility of danger and excitement. The singer knows that getting involved with this person could be heartbreaking, but still feels drawn to the idea. The chorus repeats the theme of waiting too long for the right moment and the perfect danger to appear. The second verse adds another layer to the sadness, as the singer regrets not taking a chance with someone in the past and is still waiting for a message that never came. The bridge hints at some kind of tension or conflict brewing beneath the surface of a superficially polite situation, and the singer vows to do something to expose it, even if it means causing discomfort or pain.


Overall, "Wait" is a song about the fear of taking risks and the regret that comes from playing it safe. The singer is stuck in a cycle of waiting for something exciting and dangerous to come along, but also knows that such experiences can lead to heartbreak and disappointment. The lyrics are full of vivid images, from the stranger in the rain to the birds singing outside, and the melody matches the mood with a slow and mournful pace.


Line by Line Meaning

Stranger in the rain outside my glass
There's a mysterious figure outside my window in the rain


Every night you pass a vision in my mind
You appear in my thoughts every night like a recurring dream


Your hand reaches out for the taking
You seem to want something from me


Danger tantalizing me with somebody like you
The thought of being with someone like you is both thrilling and terrifying


Can be so heartbreaking
It's possible that this situation could end in heartbreak


You need to bear, all the birds are singing out to please take care
The signs are there that I should be careful and approach this with caution


[Chorus] We wait too long for the moment to be right We wait too long for the perfect danger to enlighten Wait too long
We keep waiting for the perfect time to take a risk, but maybe we're waiting too long


I regret to say that it's so sad
I hate to admit it, but I'm feeling regretful and sad


Never got around to thinks that we imagine that we try
We never got to act on the things we imagined and talked about


Waiting for a message that could draw near
We're waiting for a sign or a message to tell us what to do


That could dam the tears that dwell up the twinkling of an eye
Something that could stop us from crying when we know what we missed out on


[Chorus] We wait too long for the moment to be right We wait too long for the perfect danger to enlighten Wait too long
We keep waiting for the right moment, but maybe we're missing out on something by waiting too long


In doughnut common prayers so contrived
Our prayers and hopes are starting to feel repetitive and insincere


The ugly rumors have me gathered, yeah,
There are negative rumors and gossip that people are talking about


Things are still polite
We are still acting respectful and courteous towards each other


But I will soon find something wrong for you to find in me
I'm worried that you'll start seeing flaws and issues with me soon


I will bend the melody until it bleeds
I will continue to pour my heart and soul into this situation, even if it hurts me


[Chorus] We wait too long for the moment to be right We wait too long for the perfect danger to enlight Wait too long
We keep waiting for the perfect moment or opportunity, but maybe we're losing out by waiting too long




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: JIM SCLAVUNOS, NICOLE ATKINS

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Comments from YouTube:

@JoeyPeltier

I still love this song years later.

@jomamapink

Can I just say OMG!!! I AM TRULY BLOWN AWAY!!! LOVE YOU GUY'S THANKS FOR FINDING ME 💙💚💜🎵🎼🎶🎸🎧🎤

@dwightandnicole

joanne pink thanks Joanne 🎶🖤🎶

@bjasound

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@kimberlyrosewriter

What a voice...!

@unknown2u126

haunted by this song. please come back to Musik Fest

@tommyjangada1606

What a voice!!! Absolutely loved this song...we need more content like this on the radio!!!!

@poppilovice6827

Came across your flyer in a Burlington juice bar last night, I wanted to see what you were about and I'm glad I looked into the band. This is great

@sheilav5317

Ughhhhh,just timeless! Beautiful 💞💞💞

@dwightandnicole

ThankU <3

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