J Lewis is ...Mad Max regulating the landscape of a post-ipod-calyptic industry. El Mariachi wielding his musical weapon in a stage-lighted, pyrotechnic blaze of glory. He is a musical maverick commandeering melodies into an eclectic synthesis of sound. He is Middle America seasoned with urban gusto; multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, producer, vocalist, and dancer.
QUICK INTERVIEWS|→ INTRODUCING BLACKGROUND RECORDING ARTIST J. LEWIS
Newly signed to Blackgroud/Interscope recording artist, J. Lewis, hails from Middle America, but he's no factory packaged singer. With a touch of street savy, Lewis is an multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, producer, vocalist, and dancer. Lewis recently took time out from recording his debut album to talk with Quick's Catch Up about his journey, upcoming album, and the music industry.
[QUICK] How did you break into the industry and eventually find yourself signed to the Blackground/Interscope imprint?
[J. LEWIS] I had been playing open mics and clubs for about 2-3 years before I got signed. I was showcasing to a bunch of different labels when I got a meeting with Blackground/Interscope. I went in and played some songs for them and they made me an offer that day. It's crazy but it really does just take a lot of groundwork to get a foot in the door and be ready. Getting signed is only the start though. Step 1 of 1000.
When you first walked into the Blackground office, where there any artists that you saw with gold and platinum records on the walls that had an influence on you when you were growing up?
[J. LEWIS] Ya, of course… Blackground has started and helped so many artists that have literally changed the sound of music. Timbaland, R. Kelly, Missy, Aaliyah, Toni Braxton, just to name a few. I still can't wait to work with Tim… Call me Tim.
New artists have a tough task of both selling themselves and their music these days. What does J. Lewis bring to the industry, and how do you describe your sound?
[J. LEWIS] It's funny, this is the question you get asked the most and it's always a weird question to answer. I'm just having a blast in the studio, writing and creating. I'm working with a bunch of amazing producers and writers and we're putting together a great album. It's got a lot of different vibes with the same sonic sound. I'm very involved in writing and that keeps a clear direction. I also wanna make sure we can bring a fresh live take to all of the songs. Whether that's stripping it down to just an acoustic or a piano, or throwing more live elements into it.
Since you are a singer/songwriter/producer, are you your own biggest critic when it comes to your music?
[J. LEWIS] Ha… Ya totally. I write a lot so there's always stuff I'll do that I love and stuff that I wake up the next morning and go, "Ok…. and onto the next one…." The funny part is finding what other people like. I'll write a song and just be whatever on it, and people flip. Or the worse scenario, I write a song and am flipping over it and everyone else is whatever on it. I love seeing what type of people like what types of songs…
Your fist single, “Dancing For Me,” featuring Flo Rida is being received well, what would you like for the single to accomplish?
[J. LEWIS] Dancin' for me is a fun record. I just want the first single to bring people in and make em check out what I'm doin. Flo Rida works with the label a lot and had heard the record and liked it. Blackground/Interscope approached him and he sent his verses in like the next day or so. He was in Atlanta when he recorded his part so when he sent the files to us in LA we were all flippin in the studio.
When can we expect your debut album to drop?
[J. LEWIS] Hopefully after summertime. Who knows. We keep writing songs and the singles keep changing. Ha. I'm just gonna keep writing till they say it's closed and ready… I have a few songs that we're definitely gonna get features on. We're gonna start approaching other artists so we'll see...
Are there any upcoming projects or appearances that you can tell us about at the time?
[J. LEWIS] We're close to picking a second single and shootin' another video. After doin' one video I really wanna get back in and do another one. That was my first video and I can't wait to
do another
Look out for the album TBA to drop later this summer.
Waiting for You
J. Lewis Lyrics
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내 마음 모두 아는 것처럼
시간이 빨리 지나가면 더 잊혀지는지 oh
너의 빈자리를 빼면
모든 건 제자리에 있는데
가슴이 고장 났는지
너를 보낸 걸 실감 못해
나의 모든 사랑은 헛된 얘기
나 이렇게 너를 보내
하지만 나에겐 기다림의 시작인 걸
떠나가지마 내 사랑아
두 번 다시 널 볼 수 없잖아
내 맘속에 남아있는 그대
너의 빈자리를 빼면
모든 건 제자리에 있는데
가슴이 고장 났는지
너를 보낸 걸 실감 못해
나의 모든 사랑은 헛된 얘기
나 이렇게 너를 보내
하지만 나에겐 기다림의 시작인 걸
떠나가지마 내 사랑아
두 번 다시 널 볼 수 없잖아
내 맘속에 남아있는 그대
떠나가지마 내 사랑아
두 번 다시 널 볼 수 없잖아
어디서든 언제라도 힘들고 지칠 땐
내게로 돌아와 제발
행복해야 해 내 사랑아
그 날까지 영원할 때까지
그대만은 나를 잊고 아낌없이 지워
이젠
The lyrics of “Waiting for You” by J. Lewis tell the story of an individual who has finally achieved their long-awaited goal or dream. They have worked tirelessly towards this moment, and now that they have arrived, they are underwhelmed. The lyrics paint a picture of a grand ceremony, with parades and crowds celebrating the achievement. However, the singer is unable to feel the sense of satisfaction they had anticipated. They realize that the prize they have achieved isn't as fulfilling as they thought it would be. The lyrics suggest that this feeling of deflation is a natural part of the human condition, and waiting for something can often be more rewarding than having it.
The singer's feelings of disappointment are highlighted in the lyrics, as they have built up this moment so significantly that it could never meet their expectations. The lyric "And the great desire that fed the fire's already been replaced" suggests that the individual has lost their motivation to continue pursuing this goal. Although they may not have achieved what they thought they would, the singer realizes that waiting and working towards something is not in vain. "And you wonder why you gave your life for such a stupid thing, on the day that you've been waiting for" makes it clear that the singer has a sense of regret and disappointment, but they also realize that it’s not the end. There is still more to experience, learn and achieve.
Line by Line Meaning
The goal was met, the promise kept, behold the Promised Land
The dream has been achieved, the commitment fulfilled and you have finally reached your destination
The honey running thick just like they swore
The reward is as sweet as promised
And with sticky eyes you realize the prize is in your hand
You have finally obtained the prize, but with a sense of overwhelming emotion
It's the day that you've been waiting for
This marks the long-awaited moment
How they line the streets, the crowd competes with sparklers and steel
The atmosphere is festive, people are celebrating and competing for attention with various things including fireworks and metal objects
And all the banners that you do not mean to ignore
You are taking in everything happening around you, including the banners that you do not intend to overlook
But there's a quarter mile between your smile and the way you really feel
You are putting on a happy face despite a feeling of dissatisfaction or uneasiness
About the day that you've been waiting for
You are conflicted about the much-awaited day
And now this great procession banned from heaven storms the pearly gates
A grand procession tries to forcefully enter heaven
As St. Peter takes your coat and holds the door
Saint Peter greets you at the gates and helps you inside
And you wonder why you gave your life for such a stupid thing
As you reflect on your life, you question why you spent it on something so senseless
On the day that you've been waiting for
Even on the long-awaited day, you feel unfulfilled and uncertain
Behold the mighty lamb, the son of man, the light shines from his face!
A powerful religious figure appears, with his radiance shining brightly
But if you're honest, you had half-expected more
You are slightly disillusioned and expected the religious figure to be more impressive
And the great desire that fed the fire's already been replaced
The enthusiasm that once motivated you has been replaced by something else
Another day that you'll be waiting for
You will spend another day waiting for a sense of fulfillment
Well now it's just the way of this funny ape to not be satisfied
Humans are naturally dissatisfied and always want more
But you're closer at the start than at the goal
You've made some progress, but still have a long way to go
So when you reach the end and drop the pen and reach again you'll find
Once you've completed one goal, you'll start setting new ones
That it's the day that you've been waiting for
Every day can be as fulfilling as the long-awaited day
'Cause it's today that you've been waiting for
Today is all you have, so make the most of it
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Sung Il Park
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@peeano
I remember driving to the sea with my wife, on a hot! sunny day!, this one keep some real good memories, Thanks for the ♪♫♪ post! .... P
@atursumedi4933
did anyone know about the lyric?
@hanifxample
Atur Sumedi
Looking round this empty places
my nights are cold without you
my life on hold
without you here
and time and space seems endless
so I hold my breath
I stepping slow cause
I've been Waiting
I've Been Waiting
All This walls are closing in
and I've been waiting
I've been waiting for you
Waiting For You
Waiting For You
hmhhhh...
Walking round this small circles
Your Beautiful Face
It Haunts me
Oh.. At Night I wake up
calling your name
but all i hear echos
ReffrainHooh...
Please can you call cause i'm hurting..
Hooh...
This Attitude is burning...
Hooh...
Down on my knees
I'm Broken
I don't wanna be alone
Don't wanna sleep Alone
Ohh...
Looking round this empty places
my nights are cold without you
Reffrain