King was born to an international jazz duo, Marion Cowings and Kim Kalesti. King and her brother were always exposed to music, especially jazz and classical sounds during their childhood. "It was an amazing experience," she says. "It was very challenging. We went from the fanciest hotels one day, to the dirtiest motels the next day -- you know, just living off a musicians paycheck. Also, being around so much incredible music. We were in the jazz world so I was with Dizzy Gillespie one day to Clark Terry the next day. It was my education."
As the daughter of two singers - one Italian, one African American - who performed internationally as a Jazz duo, King has always been exposed to music, its challenges and its rewards, from an early age. She always knew she would follow in her parents' footsteps. "I had a hard time in school," she says, "because I already knew what I wanted to do, so I was like, let me just get started." At age 16, King took two giant steps: She got her GED, and she started writing songs.
The music on her J Records debut, East Side Story, reveals roots that are both deep & ambitious. Kings words are packed with references to the wide range of great artists that inspired her - the Beatles, Nas, Sarah Vaughn, Radiohead & Michael Jackson. "Every record that I’ve ever heard has been an influence on me", she says.
The very first song that she completed, "Business Man" - a commentary on heartless capitalists - is a central moment on East Side Story. "I always thought if I write a song, it's not going to be about relationships," she says. "There are so many things in this world to talk about." She quickly advanced from banging around on a guitar in her apartment to performing on the local folk club circuit at such noted venues as the Bitter End and CBGB's Gallery.
In the meantime, King had discovered hip-hop and immersed herself in a culture that would add yet another ingredient to her musical mix. She met Sony Music publisher Bill Brown who introduced her to Sony writer/producer Chucky Thompson, a member of Bad Boy Entertainment's famed Hitman studio team who had recorded smashes with the likes of the Notorious BIG and Mary J. Blige. Thompson signed her to his production company, and together they began searching for the right sound to capture King's eclectic tastes and styles. After taking her demos to various labels, they signed with J Records.
In 2012, King was awarded the Holly Prize (a tribute to the legacy of Buddy Holly) from The Songwriters Hall of Fame for recognition of the "all-in songwriter" whose work exhibits the qualities of Holly’s music.
King's second studio album, The Switch, was self-released by her own label, Making Music Records, on 26 June 2015.
She signed with the independent label ATO Records in 2017 and with them released her third studio album, Scenery, on 1 February 2019.
King released her fourth studio album, Sides, on January 17, 2020.
More information can be found at www.emilykingfans.com or www.emilykingonline.com
Hold Me
Emily King Lyrics
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And everything you do, it reaches out so far
Never change it for no one, don’t compromise yourself
There’s just so much of you to love
And it's just like magic
You keep callin', callin' over and over again, yes
Keepin' me faithful, keepin' me runnin' and in love
So come and hold me darling, 'cause you captured me
And ohh, come and love me darling, 'cause you move me
You make me glad to be here, you help me to believe
That I can do anything, if I just set my heart free
And ohh darlin', I just need you
I need you to know that I care, ohh
You helped me out of my dark place
Thought I would never get out
You told me that you'd keep me safe
And not to worry, 'cause things were rough
But you never broke down
So come and hold me darlin', 'cause you captured me
And ohh, come and love me darlin', 'cause you move me
Come and hold me darlin', 'cause you captured me
And ohh, come and love me darlin', 'cause you move me
You helped me out of my dark place
Thought I would never get out
You told me that you'd keep me safe
And not to worry, 'cause things were rough
But you never broke down
And no one else could ever make me feel this way
No, no, no, ohh
Since I met you darlin' my whole life has changed
So want you do me one thing, won’t you?
Come and hold me darlin', 'cause you captured me
Come and hold me darlin', 'cause you captured me
In the song "Hold Me" by Emily King, the chorus provides the central theme of the song. King is incredibly grateful for her significant other, who has made her feel loved, safe and happy. Through this relationship, King has found someone that has touched her in a way that nobody else has been able to. The chorus sounds like a plea for her lover to never stop holding her or loving her. One of the most interesting things about these lyrics is that there is no mention of a significant conflict or struggle. Instead, the song is about celebrating what has been accomplished in the relationship.
The opening verses focus on the positive aspects of her significant other, her recognition of their inner greatness, and her appreciation of them for never compromising or changing for others. King acknowledges that her lover is a true superstar and that she is honored to have found herself in their presence. The next two verses, however, bring the relationship context into stark relief by acknowledging the difficult times, "things were rough," and how King's lover, like a rock that never breaks, has helped her get through rough spots.
This song is a warm declaration of gratitude and appreciation for the deep connection and love shared between two individuals. Emily King's words are honest and speak straight to the heart. This tune is simple and straightforward, but it crafts a feeling of great comfort and love. It is a song worth listening to when in need of comfort or feeling grateful for something special.
Line by Line Meaning
I'd just like you thank you for everything you are
Expressing gratitude for the person's qualities and actions.
And everything you do, it reaches out so far
Acknowledging the impact of the person's actions on others.
Never change it for no one, don’t compromise yourself
Encouraging the person to remain authentic and true to themselves.
There’s just so much of you to love
Highlighting the person's loveable qualities.
And it's just like magic
Explaining the feeling the person's presence brings.
You keep callin', callin' over and over again, yes
Emphasizing the consistency of the person's actions.
Keepin' me faithful, keepin' me runnin' and in love
Describing the positive influence the person has.
So come and hold me darling, 'cause you captured me
A desire for physical closeness to the person.
And ohh, come and love me darling, 'cause you move me
A demand to be loved for the person's impact on the artist's emotions.
You make me glad to be here, you help me to believe
Complimenting the person for their role in the artist's life.
That I can do anything, if I just set my heart free
Attributing the singer's growth to the person.
And ohh darlin', I just need you
Expressing dependence on the person for emotional support.
I need you to know that I care, ohh
Affirming the singer's feelings for the person.
You helped me out of my dark place
Describing the person's assistance in a difficult time.
Thought I would never get out
Expressing the depth of the singer's despair.
You told me that you'd keep me safe
Highlighting the person's role in the artist's security.
And not to worry, 'cause things were rough
Assuring the artist of the person's support even in difficult times.
But you never broke down
Complimenting the person's strength and resilience.
And no one else could ever make me feel this way
Affirming the person's unique impact on the singer's emotions.
Since I met you darlin' my whole life has changed
Describing the significant impact the person's presence has had on the artist's life.
So want you do me one thing, won’t you?
Making a request of the person.
Come and hold me darlin', 'cause you captured me
Reiterating the desire for physical closeness to the person.
Come and hold me darlin', 'cause you captured me
Repeating the desire for physical closeness to the person.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: KING, THOMPSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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