Elliott Yamin (born Efraym Elliott Yamin on July 20, 1978) is an American s… Read Full Bio ↴Elliott Yamin (born Efraym Elliott Yamin on July 20, 1978) is an American singer who is best known for the hit single "Wait for You" and for being the third runner-up on the fifth season of American Idol. On March 20, 2007 he released his self-titled debut album, which sold 90,000 copies its first week and debuted at #3 on the Billboard 200. He is credited with the highest first week sales for an independent artist debut in SoundScan history. The album was certified Gold in the US and Japan. He completed a nine month tour in late 2007, which included clubs and theaters across the U.S., as well as shows in Canada, the Philippines, and Malaysia. In 2008 and 2009, he played several shows at Billboard Live venues in Tokyo, Osaka, and Fukuoka, Japan. His single "Wait for You" was #11 on the 2007 year-end Billboard Pop 100 Airplay chart and was certified Platinum in October 2008. His sophomore album, Fight for Love, was released on May 5, 2009. The title track was released as the first single to digital music outlets on March 10, 2009. Please check out his website www.officialelliottyamin.com for updated information.

I'm The Man
Elliott Yamin Lyrics

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When I woke up with the sunlight and dreams echoing through my head
And I heard you breathing softly, I remembered the things you said
There is no time, there is no place
That you would rather be
That the good times or hard times as long as you're here with me

'Cause I'm the man who holds my ground
I'm the man who sticks around

I'm the man to hold you tight
'Cause I'm the man in love with you (with you)

When I lay down, and the moon is bright at the end of a working day
I got a feeling; I believe it, and I won't let it slip away
There is no time, there is no place
That you would rather be
In the cruel world on a cold night as long you're here with me

I'm the man who holds my ground
I'm the man who sticks around
I'm the man to hold you tight
'Cause I'm the man in love
And I'm the man to make it right
I'm the man you kiss goodnight
I'm the man who won't let you down
'Cause I'm the man in love

'Cause it can't get much better
And all we have is time
As long as we're together
I know it's gonna be all right

'Cause I'm the man who holds my ground
I'm the man who sticks around
I'm the man to hold you tight
'Cause I'm the man in love
And I'm the man to make it right
I'm the man you kiss goodnight
I'm the man who won't let you down
'Cause I'm the man in love with you

With you

With you
In love with you

Overall Meaning

The song "I'm The Man" by Elliott Yamin is a tribute to everlasting love. It talks about the reassurance of a devoted partner in a relationship, and how their love can overcome any obstacle. The song opens with the singer waking up to a new day with the memories of his loved one firmly embedded in his mind. He realizes that he wouldn't want to be anywhere else but with her, be it the good times or the bad. This opening verse sets the tone for the entire song - one of devotion and unwavering commitment.

In the second verse, Yamin sings about the belief he has that his relationship with his partner is strong and everlasting. He says that he won't let this feeling slip away and that he knows they are meant to be together. The chorus is the centerpiece of the song, where he declares that he is the man who holds his ground, sticks around, holds her tight, and won't ever let her down. Yamin reiterates that he is in love with her and that he is the man who can make it right. The song ends with a crescendo in the final chorus, with Yamin again professing his love for his partner.

Overall, "I'm The Man" is a beautiful love song that emphasizes the importance of being there for someone through thick and thin. The lyrics highlight the need for reassurance and commitment in a relationship and instill hope in the listener about everlasting love.

Line by Line Meaning

When I woke up with the sunlight and dreams echoing through my head
As I opened my eyes with the sun shining, I still had the memories of what I dreamed about earlier

And I heard you breathing softly, I remembered the things you said
Your soft breathing reminds me of the things you have told me before.

There is no time, there is no place, that you would rather be
There is nowhere and no time you would rather be than with me.

That the good times or hard times as long as you're here with me
Whether the moment is good or bad, as long as you are with me, everything is all right.

'Cause I'm the man who holds my ground
I am a man who remains steadfast in my beliefs

I'm the man who sticks around
I am a man who does not give up or leave easily.

I'm the man to hold you tight
I am the man who can give you a warm embrace.

'Cause I'm the man in love with you (with you)
I am the man deeply in love with you.

When I lay down, and the moon is bright at the end of a working day
At the end of a tiring day, I feel tired and like I can see the moon so clearly.

I got a feeling; I believe it, and I won't let it slip away
I have a feeling, and I believe in what it tells me. I will hold onto it tightly and won't let go.

In the cruel world on a cold night as long you're here with me
Even when the world is harsh, and the night is cold, everything feels all right so long as you're by my side.

'Cause it can't get much better
Things couldn't be any better than they currently are.

And all we have is time
We have all the time we need to spend together.

As long as we're together
As long as we are together, everything seems to be okay.

I know it's gonna be all right
I am confident that everything is going to be all good in the end.

I'm the man to make it right
I am the man that can fix things and make them right when things go wrong.

I'm the man you kiss goodnight
I am the man that you kiss when you say goodnight.

I'm the man who won't let you down
I am the man that will not disappoint or fail you.

'Cause I'm the man in love with you
All of these things are because I am deeply in love with you.

With you With you In love with you
I am completely in love with you and want to be with you always.

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: MARSHALL N ALTMAN, PAUL FOX

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