GARY CLARK JR.began playing guitar in 1996 at the ripe young age of 12. Born and raised in Austin, TX, Gary continued to play small gigs throughout his early teens, until he popped on the radar of legendary promoter Clifford Antone, owner of the Austin blues club Antone's. Through Clifford's connections, Gary soon began sitting in and learning from an array of musical icons, including the incomparable Jimmie Vaughan.
Jimmie and others in the Austin music community mentored Gary along his path, facilitating his steady rise, and continued ascent in the Texas music scene. Gary's musical peers, as well as the Austin music community at-large, have showered him with critical acclaim for his galvanized live performances, and fervid expression. At one unexpected point of political recognition, mayor of Austin Kirk Watson proclaimed May 3, 2001 Gary Clark Jr Day. Gary was 18 years old at the time.
Gary went on to win the Austin Music Award for Best Blues and Electric Guitarist on three separate occasions, in addition to receiving awards from various Blues magazines and associations around the country. After playing the nationally televised show Austin City Limits and touring with the likes of artists such as Jimmie Vaughan, Pinetop Perkins, and Doyle Bramhall II, he continued his recording pursuits by releasing three self-produced albums, and creating the original score for the major motion picture Full Count. His creative versatility allowed him to transcend his own musical talents, while also starring as a principal character in John Sayle’s film Honeydripper, alongside actors Danny Glover and Stacy Keach.
Originally known as a blues musician and even compared to such greats as Stevie Ray Vaughan, Albert Collins and Albert King, Gary is stepping out...way out. His upcoming CD will really test his blues fans. Will they appreciate Gary's guitar chops and his soulful voice as he explores other genres? Gary hopes so and he hopes they will continue with him on his journey. And with this new sound, we're thinking Gary will pick up some new fans along the way.
HIs first major label LP "Blak and Blu" was released on October 22, 2012
Don't Wait Til Tomorrow
Gary Clark Jr. Lyrics
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I'm so tired of being wrong
I hate to see you crying
I wish that I could right my wrongs
And make it 'bout us again
Me and that girl ain't nothing more than friends
Tonight I'm gon' make you forget all about her
That night between us, it keeps me up
I can't stop thinking about it, oh
I tell her nothing is wrong, this can't go wrong
I'm done with all the sleeping around
I can't wait
I'm so tired of hiding
I know you're tired of sleeping alone
You always think I'm right
I say I'm working hard and never come home
And make it 'bout us again
Me and that girl ain't nothing more than friends
Tonight I'm gon' make you forget all about her
Tonight I'm gon' make you forget all about her
That night between us, it keeps me up
I can't stop thinking about it, oh
I tell her nothing is wrong, this can't go wrong
I'm done with all the sleeping around
I can't wait
That night between us, it keeps me up
I can't stop thinking about it, oh
I tell her nothing is wrong, this can't go wrong
I'm done with all the sleeping around
I can't wait
Don't wait 'til tomorrow
I can't wait 'til tomorrow
I don't know why
Don't wait 'til tomorrow
I can't wait 'til tomorrow
(I don't know why
I can't wait)
I'm so tired of fighting
And I'm so tired of being wrong
I hate to see you crying
There's no way I can't right my wrongs
And make it 'bout us again
Me and that girl always been more than friends
Tonight he's gon' make you forget all about me
Forget all about me
In "Don't Wait Til Tomorrow," Gary Clark Jr. expresses his feelings of regret and frustration towards his behavior in his relationship. He is tired of fighting with his partner and recognizes that he has been wrong. He hates to see his partner crying and wishes that he could make up for his mistakes. Clark Jr. vows to focus on his relationship with his partner and forget about his previous infidelity. He acknowledges that he has been dishonest and is ready to be truthful and committed to his partner.
The lyrics highlight the struggles of a relationship and the desire to make things right. Clark Jr. speaks to the feelings of guilt and the hope of redemption in a relationship. The song speaks to the reality of the difficulties and challenges of maintaining a strong and healthy relationship. Ultimately, the song conveys a message of hope and the idea that it is never too late to make things right.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm so tired of fighting
I'm exhausted by the constant arguments and disagreements
I'm so tired of being wrong
I'm tired of making mistakes and being in the wrong
I hate to see you crying
It pains me to see you upset
I wish that I could right my wrongs
I want to make things right and correct my past mistakes
And make it 'bout us again
I want to focus on our relationship again
Me and that girl ain't nothing more than friends
I want to reassure you that I am not romantically involved with anyone else
Tonight I'm gon' make you forget all about her
I'm going to try to take your mind off of my past mistake and show you my devotion tonight
That night between us, it keeps me up
I can't stop thinking about the night that caused our problems
I can't stop thinking about it, oh
I can't seem to get it out of my mind
I tell her nothing is wrong, this can't go wrong
I am trying to reassure the girl from before that everything is fine between us and our past mistake will not affect our relationship
I'm done with all the sleeping around
I'm done with promiscuity and want to be faithful to you
I can't wait
I want to move on from the past and start anew with you
I know you're tired of sleeping alone
I understand that you are lonely without me by your side at night
You always think I'm right
You tend to believe that I am always in the right during arguments
I say I'm working hard and never come home
I often tell you that I'm working late, but I'm really not coming home
Me and that girl always been more than friends
The other girl and I have always had a more-than-friends relationship
Tonight he's gon' make you forget all about me
The other guy is going to try to win you over and make you forget about me
Don't wait 'til tomorrow
We need to address our problems and work on our relationship now, not later
I don't know why
I'm not sure what's causing our problems, but we need to work on them
I can't wait 'til tomorrow
I don't want to wait any longer to fix things between us
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Elmore James, Gary Clark Jr.
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Árpád Simon
[Verse 1]
I'm so tired of fighting
I'm so tired of being wrong
I hate to see you crying
I wish that I could right my wrongs
[Pre-Chorus]
And make it 'bout us again
Me and that girl ain't nothing more than friends
Tonight I'm gon' make you forget all about her
Tonight I'm gon' make you forget all about her
[Chorus]
That light between us, it keeps me up
I can't stop thinking about it, oh
I tell her nothing's wrong, this can't go on
I'm done with all the sleeping around
I can't wait
[Verse 2]
I'm so tired of hiding
I know you're tired of sleeping alone
You always think I'm right
I say I'm working hard and never come home
[Pre-Chorus]
And make it 'bout us again
Me and that girl ain't nothing more than friends
Tonight I'm gon' make you forget all about her
Tonight I'm gon' make you forget all about her
[Chorus]
That light between us, it keeps me up
I can't stop thinking about it, oh
I tell her nothing's wrong, this can't go on
I'm done with all the sleeping around
I can't wait
[Guitar Solo]
[Chorus]
That light between us, it keeps me up
I can't stop thinking about it, oh
I tell her nothing's wrong, this can't go on
I'm done with all the sleeping around
I can't wait
[Bridge]
Don't wait 'til tomorrow
(I can't wait 'til tomorrow
I don't know why)
Don't wait 'til tomorrow
I can't wait 'til tomorrow
(I don't know why
I can't wait)
[Outro]
I'm so tired of fighting
And I'm so tired of being wrong
I hate to see you crying
There's no way I can't right my wrongs
And make it 'bout us again
Me and that girl always been more than friends
Tonight he's gon' make you forget all about me
Forget all about me
Cristina Real Talk
I appreciate what you are doing here Gary Clark Jr. I pray people evolve quickly to catch up with where you're at.
Last Greatest
I can't get enough of Gary Clark Jr.
Codaze
Was going through some old playlists and saw this one in there. Fantastic song. I'm surprised this didn't get recognized as much as the others on the album. Gary drop more music man!
GCJr Fan
Damn Gary 🔥🔥🔥 I LOVE this ❤️ I’ve had this on repeat!!!!!!!
Sandra Turner
Went to see him on Sept. 29th. Was totally blown away, by both him and his band. I have never heard a band sound better live, more over than their CD. Such raw talent! Can't wait, for you to come back to L.A.
Jesse Hoopes
The first album was the best the newer stuff is good always down with growing and not being scared of change I just really dug the rawness of the songwriting and simplicity
Davon Hopkins
He’s like the long lost black cowboy the worlds been missing .
fetty wap
I LOVE THIS
Milo Bennett
Was gonna listen to this tommorow, but decided not to wait
Hugo Cardoso
Very very GOOD!