At the heart of his appeal is a lyrical honesty and devotion to his fans seldom found in today's mainstream musical landscape. And his fans love him for it. As testament to this artist-fan connection, out of 1,700 artists entered in the SSL/Eventful/Tunecore "Lay It Down And Mix It Up In The UK" Contest, Gavin took first place, winning by a margin of over 13,000 votes and more than doubling the number of votes cast for the second place finisher. Having won, Gavin traveled to Peter Gabriel's Real World Studios to begin work on his new studio album (due for release in 2013). Like his previous offerings, the album is sure to please fans and critics alike, showcasing his poignant lyrics, true musicianship, and further setting him apart from other artists in the piano singer-songwriter genre. Talented, down-to-earth, and with songs that touch the soul, Gavin is truly one to watch in 2013.
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Gavin Mikhail Lyrics
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To hear the words that I might say
Of how I’m living, spending my days
Belief in what I'm doing
The right to fight for who and what I am
You know it's mine and so I can
And I am...
I'm not yours for the taking
Move on you've never been there for me
Useless and complaining
Of why you don't have more...
I know, know you, you're waiting
To hear someone say "you can get there, too"
Be patient, they will see you
Someday when you are different
You give a sh** for someone else and stand
For something more, well then you can
But I am...
Far gone and you are still here
I'm not yours for the taking
Move on you've never been there for me
Useless and complaining
Of why you don't have more
And how your life has brought you crawling
To my door
It all comes down to nothing
Is that what you might say?
Or how it could be different
If it'd gone another way...
Far gone and you are still here
I'm not yours for the taking
Move on you've never been there for me
Far gone and you are still here
I'm not yours for the taking
Move on you've never been there for me
Useless and complaining
Of why you don't have more...
The lyrics of Gavin Mikhail's song "More" address the idea that people struggle to accept others' choices and lifestyles when they don't align with their own. The singer addresses someone who has been in their life, but is not supportive of their current path. They acknowledge that this person does not want to hear about their beliefs or how they spend their days. However, the singer also asserts their own right to fight for who they are and what they believe in.
As the song progresses, the singer becomes more forceful in their stance, telling the person to move on because they have never been there for them. They accuse the person of being useless and complaining about not having more in life. The singer recognizes that life can be difficult, and that it could have gone another way, but ultimately, the past is irrelevant. The song concludes with the singer reaffirming that they are not this person's to take, telling them to move on and make choices for themselves.
Overall, the lyrics of "More" are a powerful declaration of independence and the right to self-determination. The singer is unapologetic about who they are and what they believe in, and they refuse to let the negative opinions of others drag them down. The song encourages listeners to be true to themselves and follow their own paths, even when that means going against the opinions of those around them.
Line by Line Meaning
I know, know you, you don't like
I understand that you don't like
To hear the words that I might say
It seems that you don't want to listen to me
Of how I'm living, spending my days
I'm letting you know how I'm spending my days
Belief in what I'm doing
I have confidence in what I'm doing
The right to fight for who and what I am
I believe I have the right to fight for myself and my beliefs
You know it's mine and so I can
I am aware that what I have belongs to me and I can do as I please with it
And I am...
And that's just who I am
Far gone and you are still here
I am a long way from where I used to be, but you are still around
I'm not yours for the taking
I am not yours to control or manipulate
Move on you've never been there for me
It's time for you to move on, you have never been supportive of me
Useless and complaining
You are being unhelpful and constantly complaining
Of why you don't have more...
You are always talking about why you don't have more
I know, know you, you're waiting
I understand that you are waiting
To hear someone say 'you can get there, too'
You are hoping to hear that you can achieve as well
Be patient, they will see you
You need to be patient, eventually someone will notice you
Someday when you are different
Perhaps when you change who you are
You give a sh** for someone else and stand
When you start to care about others and stand up for them
For something more, well then you can
Then perhaps you could accomplish more as well
But I am...
But for me, I am who I am
And how your life has brought you crawling
You seem to be struggling and your life has brought you to me
To my door
You have come to seek my help
It all comes down to nothing
In the end, everything can be for nothing
Is that what you might say?
Is that what you are thinking?
Or how it could be different
Or perhaps you are thinking of how things could be different
If it'd gone another way...
If things had happened differently
Contributed by Aria T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Luke Young
Great job, Gavin.... your voice is always a blessing and a great way to start my day.
avocadosheep
Wow i'm kind of amazed. this is incredible... im so glad i discovered you! i cant even express just how much i love it.
animegrl4life
i love your music ur music makes my day so inspirational sooo please keep it up and keep doing what your doing i love how ur different from different singer but then every singer are different but ur songs are very power and i thank you for that and thank you for all the songs and the things that your doing im a huge fan
MagicalMelody24
amazing! awesome! I LOVE YOUR SONGS AND YOUR VOICE!
hopeisonlyadream
Music makes me dream and run away a moment and forget what is really the world today. Thanks music
xShaperShifterx
Damn, most songs are just casual rhyming 4/4 beats. This is so unique, so different, so chilling. Actually gave me goose-bumps. Hmm, not alot of songs tend to do that any more. Got to admit, love it. Always worth that Second listen, until that's done... I need that Third listen. Haha :P Keep it up!
Mario Camponez
nice songs! parabéns!
miekemaligne
I really enjoy this original song and your singing! Mieke
Elysium
(you might notice I'm commenting on all your vids) 4th comment It's a little harder, a little different from your other work but I love the build-up to the powerful chorus. The lyrics, particular here and in the first half of the chorus, are almost better than the other songs. Overall, extremely good, and now I'm late for work. YouTube loop.
15maiko
good song..you did a great job. =)