Born in the Dominican Republic and raised in Palm Beach, Florida, Elijah was surrounded by talent. His mother and father were no strangers to music, being avid participants in church and his childhood friends all boasted either singing or dancing abilities beyond their years. “Everybody wanted to make it. Everybody wanted to be somebody special.” In an area riddled with crime, Elijah, with guidance from his mother, struggled to stay out of trouble. Soon, his talent would find him a way out of trouble and onto a stage.
Seeing a great opportunity to keep her son on the right track, Elijah’s mother got him involved in church. It was here singing in the choir, that his talent was first discovered. “The choir director would sing something and expect me to sing it back. He took it up the scale to higher notes and I was able to stay with it. I didn’t even know what vocal range was at the time, but that day, I found out I had it.” Elijah continued singing in the choir, often doing solos and helping with arrangements.
Singing wasn’t the only talent Elijah excelled at. Dancing became another way for him to not only express himself, but entertain. Elijah formed a group with a few friends from Palm Beach. Heavily focused on dancing, the group honed his choreography skills early on. Eventually, he made his way onto competitive stages across the city, impressing judges and crowds with his vocal, dancing and poetry performances.
Elijah’s father noticed the determination he was putting into performing and after realizing he was serious, decided to help his son reach his dreams. An incredible piano player himself, Elijah’s father began practicing with him and producing songs for Elijah to sing. “My dad was like Matthew Knowles or Joe Jackson—he wanted me to be great just as bad as I did. Most kids played games and hung out after school… I practiced. He made sure of it.”
All of that hard work paid off. In 2008, after recording several songs with his father and uploading them to Myspace, Elijah amassed an enormous fan following, drawn from across the world to listen to Elijah’s songs. Elijah began preparing his first project for sale independently and sold thousands of units.
Later that year and thanks to Myspace, Elijah met Troy Taylor, the person responsible for the career of R&B superstar Trey Songz. Taylor recognized Elijah’s potential and not long after, Elijah was working on his music alongside Troy and Trey Songz, who began guiding and supporting him. “I never saw myself writing songs for other people, but one day Trey asked if I would mind writing a song to fit him. Initially, I was unsure, but once I heard the track I started humming melodies and coming up with words. That’s how ‘Jupiter Love’ came about.” This would prove to be just the beginning of Elijah’s songwriting for others.
Before long, Elijah had worked with some of the industry’s biggest stars including Usher, Ciara, Kelly Rowland, Kanye West, Bono, Keyshia Cole Mary J. Blige, Nas and Alicia Keys. Gaining friends who are veterans in music is a perk of being a much sought after songwriter, and whose advice is more ‘veteran’ than Usher? “It’s crazy because he’s one of my influences and the fact that I’ve not only worked with him, but can call him a friend is amazing.” Soon after co-writing the song “Climax,” (which went on to be a #1 hit) Elijah sat down with Usher to talk about how he maintained longevity as an artist. It was during this conversation that Usher inspired to him to begin on his own music again.
Elijah went into the studio in October of 2011 and finished a mixtape (still unreleased) that put him in meetings with the industry’s top record labels to discuss signing. With various deals being contemplated, there was only one thing he could do. “I prayed about it... Any major decision can become an easy one with prayer.” That prayer was answered just two months later by music producer and Def Jam VP, No I.D. who signed Elijah to a deal with Def Jam through his Artium imprint. “To know that the label supports me like it does is a blessing. At this stage in my career everything is coming together—I’m ready.” Elijah began working on his debut album in January of 2012, collaborating with hit producers No I.D., Salaam Remi, T-Minus, Diplo, Stargate, Fuego, Q-Tip, Don Cannon, Jerry Wonder, Pop & Oak, and the Fisticuffs. You can also look forward to some very impressive features with new music set to drop in the Summer of 2012. The album will release soon after.
Elijah Blake discusses the project with enthusiasm. “Music is therapy. For me, doing a song is about leaving everything you have there in those 3 minutes. I have so much to say that I know people can relate to. We, as men, don’t always have to talk down to women or only speak about love in a prideful way. Guys have emotions too, we may be better at hiding it, but we do. If my music helps to start a conversation, then I’m happy.” With all the buzz surrounding Elijah Blake’s debut album, his music is sure to do more than just start conversation; Elijah Blake is poised to define a musical generation
Angel Dust
Elijah Blake Lyrics
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Til one day it stopped for no reason
Some' killed the spark, you need it
More air to breathe and more energy
Found a cure for love but you're too far away
Makes it easier when it's hard to say
If we fight together, we could be the play
Baby we're living, you're barely surviving, Armageddon
I'll be your shelter, here till it's over
Baby we're living
Used to hear the rush of explosion
Now it's like we're racing on slow motion
Somehow your touch has been frozen
Guess it was lost on that volcanic eruption
Found a cure for love but you're too far away
Makes it easier when it's hard to say
If we fought together, we could be the plague
The cold air, anything
Baby we're living, you're barely surviving, Armageddon
Pride isn't open, I'll be you shelter until it's over
Baby we're living
Baby we're living, you're barely surviving, Armageddon
Pride isn't open, I'll be you shelter until it's over
Baby we're living
The lyrics to Elijah Blake's song "Angel Dust" explore the aftermath of a broken relationship and the struggle to find love and hope amidst the chaos. The opening lines, "Used to hear your heart beating, 'til one day it stopped for no reason," suggest the sudden and unexpected ending of the romantic connection. The mention of someone "killing the spark" implies that something or someone extinguished the passion and energy within the relationship. The singer longs for more "air to breathe and more energy," indicating a desire for revitalization and a return to the vibrancy that once existed.
"Found a cure for love but you're too far away, makes it easier when it's hard to say," portrays a sense of distance and the difficulty of expressing emotions. The singer might have discovered a way to heal from the pain of love, but the physical or emotional distance between them and their partner makes it challenging to communicate or reconcile. The line "If we fight together, we could be the play, the colder anything" suggests that by working together, they could overcome the challenges and become stronger. However, the word "plague" hints at the destructive nature of their relationship, perhaps highlighting the potential harm that could come from rekindling their love.
The chorus reinforces the theme of survival and the hope for a better future. "Baby, we're living, you're barely surviving, Armageddon" alludes to a world in chaos where they feel like they are just surviving, barely holding on. The singer offers to be a shelter and support through the storm until it's over, emphasizing their commitment and willingness to weather the difficulties together.
The second verse portrays a sense of longing and the feeling of time slowing down. The rush and excitement of the initial connection have now been replaced with a sense of stagnation and inertia. The touch that once brought warmth and intimacy now feels frozen and distant. The mention of a "volcanic eruption" suggests a past event that caused damage and separation, further illustrating the tumultuous nature of their relationship.
The repetition of the chorus emphasizes the struggle for survival during Armageddon, both figuratively and possibly literally. The lines "Pride isn't open, I'll be your shelter until it's over" highlight the importance of vulnerability and the willingness to let go of pride in order to support and protect each other. The repetition of the line "Baby, we're living" reinforces the idea that even amidst the chaos and struggle, there is still a glimmer of hope and the possibility of finding happiness and fulfillment.
Overall, "Angel Dust" portrays the aftermath of a broken relationship and the resilience needed to overcome challenges and find love amidst chaos. It highlights the longing for connection, the struggle to communicate and reconcile, and the importance of support and vulnerability.
Line by Line Meaning
Used to hear your heart beating
I used to feel your love and passion
Til one day it stopped for no reason
Until one day, your love suddenly disappeared without any explanation
Some' killed the spark, you need it
Someone or something extinguished the fire and excitement that you require
More air to breathe and more energy
You need more space and vitality to thrive
Found a cure for love but you're too far away
I have discovered a remedy to heal my heart, but you are too distant for it to reach you
Makes it easier when it's hard to say
It provides relief when expressing my feelings becomes difficult
If we fight together, we could be the play
If we unite and work together, we could conquer any obstacle
The colder anything
The more distant and detached everything becomes
Baby we're living, you're barely surviving, Armageddon
We are trying to thrive, while you are struggling to survive in this chaotic and destructive situation
I'll be your shelter, here till it's over
I will protect and support you until this difficult phase comes to an end
Baby we're living
Despite the challenges, we are still alive and trying to make the most of our lives
Used to hear the rush of explosion
I used to feel the excitement and intensity of our love
Now it's like we're racing on slow motion
Nowadays, it feels like our relationship is progressing at a sluggish pace
Somehow your touch has been frozen
In some way, your affection and physical connection have become stagnant and unresponsive
Guess it was lost on that volcanic eruption
Perhaps it was lost during a turbulent and explosive event
Pride isn't open, I'll be your shelter until it's over
You are not willing to show vulnerability, so I will protect and support you until this situation concludes
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Nathan Perez, Sean David Fenton, Tiyon C Mack
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
MorningSide Beats
Verse 1]
Baby girl I've never been to heaven
Then again I've never been to hell either
With you I finally found a life that's worth living
I wanna make love in a back room
Run away to Vegas we can share a bedroom
You can be my honey on a full moon
[Chorus]
I wanna hear the angels sing
I wanna hear the angels sing
I wanna hear 'em sing, for me, for me, for me baby
[Verse 2]
I wanna make a promise I can't keep
Just to get a taste of your sweet dreams
Baby let it out if you wanna scream
[Chorus]
I wanna hear the angels sing
I wanna hear the angels sing
I wanna hear 'em sing, to me, to me, to me, to me
[Bridge]
Baby like la da-da-da-da, da-da-da-da, la da-da-da-da-da
Like la da-da-da-da, da-da-da-da, la da-da-da-da-da- da
[Verse 3]
See as I lay me down to sleep baby
Girl I pray to God, my heart she'll keep
Maybe then that means we need an new defintion of "rest in peace"
Trust me
[Chorus]
I wanna hear the angels scream
I wanna hear 'em scream
[Bridge]
[Outro]
I can hear 'em say (come, come, come)
I can hear the angels say (come, come, come)
As we welcome into your heaven babe
I wanna hear the angels scream
[Part 2]
[Verse]
No I can't call this magic, that ain't how it happens
Couldn't feel this overnight
I wanna tell you thank you, but those two words just won't do
That's just how I feel inside
It's so crazy how I fell so many times and you never let me give up
Saw the truth when I told you a million lies
Cause you always knew me better
All my past mistakes, I wish I could erase
To show you that I'm ready to change
If I could reset my heart for you
Then reset is what I'm gonna do
Reset my mind on you, then reset it what I gotta do, do, do
I just wanna be good enough for you
Cause I ain't been good enough to you
And I wanna be, ooh I gotta be, good enough
Oooh, help me be, help me be, help me be good now
I'm so thankful God, yes I am, I'm thankful
So thankful, so thankful
markietaholt
Lord thank you for blessing my ears to hear Elijah Blake... 😍🙏🙌
MorningSide Beats
Verse 1]
Baby girl I've never been to heaven
Then again I've never been to hell either
With you I finally found a life that's worth living
I wanna make love in a back room
Run away to Vegas we can share a bedroom
You can be my honey on a full moon
[Chorus]
I wanna hear the angels sing
I wanna hear the angels sing
I wanna hear 'em sing, for me, for me, for me baby
[Verse 2]
I wanna make a promise I can't keep
Just to get a taste of your sweet dreams
Baby let it out if you wanna scream
[Chorus]
I wanna hear the angels sing
I wanna hear the angels sing
I wanna hear 'em sing, to me, to me, to me, to me
[Bridge]
Baby like la da-da-da-da, da-da-da-da, la da-da-da-da-da
Like la da-da-da-da, da-da-da-da, la da-da-da-da-da- da
[Verse 3]
See as I lay me down to sleep baby
Girl I pray to God, my heart she'll keep
Maybe then that means we need an new defintion of "rest in peace"
Trust me
[Chorus]
I wanna hear the angels scream
I wanna hear 'em scream
[Bridge]
[Outro]
I can hear 'em say (come, come, come)
I can hear the angels say (come, come, come)
As we welcome into your heaven babe
I wanna hear the angels scream
[Part 2]
[Verse]
No I can't call this magic, that ain't how it happens
Couldn't feel this overnight
I wanna tell you thank you, but those two words just won't do
That's just how I feel inside
It's so crazy how I fell so many times and you never let me give up
Saw the truth when I told you a million lies
Cause you always knew me better
All my past mistakes, I wish I could erase
To show you that I'm ready to change
If I could reset my heart for you
Then reset is what I'm gonna do
Reset my mind on you, then reset it what I gotta do, do, do
I just wanna be good enough for you
Cause I ain't been good enough to you
And I wanna be, ooh I gotta be, good enough
Oooh, help me be, help me be, help me be good now
I'm so thankful God, yes I am, I'm thankful
So thankful, so thankful
Lucas Waldrop
I seriously love every song this dude has, such a distinctive voice.
Symphony Young
Elijah, of course u can hear the angels sing. You're one of them. You have the voice of an angel
Malyse Lindsey
Yo I got the chills and my heart constricted because of these vocals man. I die 😭😍👍👌👏🙌
Dezprianna Ford Brown
Song on replay🔁Definitely an amazing singer and artist.
Mohaimen Abdulraheem
I can't believe that this song exists... so good. Very good. Amazingly good.
Jazmyn Bowles
I NEED an extended version of just all his everything from about 2:00 - 3:30 😭😭😭 for about 20 minutes and that’ll be THAT playlist. Lawd have mercy, my soul.... 😩
Betty Millz
Them vocals tho 😳👌🏾
M Wright
Go Elijah, you are a Real Badass!!!! I Love It 😍😍😍😍