The songs on her 2011 album "Behind A Veil" are a direct result of a personally challenging year; losing her father to a five year battle with ALS, splitting with a lover, and the self-empowering decision to move forward with no management or record label.
Klein explains: “You never really know what the big picture is to a situation - sometimes the meaning is veiled. It can seem really bad, but then later you can look back at the same moment and feel so grateful it went that way; I love that about life. Sometimes things are just really hard and really painful, but also beautiful.”
Klein continues to tour the U.S, U.K. and Europe regularly.
Song For an Angel
Jess Klein Lyrics
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I'm alright, but sometimes I get lonely by myself
Where are you?
Who are you?
When you gonna come to me?
All that I want to say is
I am here
All my friends tell me you don't need no one but you
I may be strong, but somehow I don't think that is true
Where are you?
Who are you?
When you gonna come to me?
All that I want to say is
I am here
And I believe
Angel
Find me
So I step outside, let the snowflakes melt upon my face
My true love's tears
Someday I'll catch them with this much grace
Where are you?
Who are you?
When you gonna come to me?
All that I want to say is
I am here
And I believe
I believe
In Jess Klein's song "Song for an Angel," the singer longs for love and connection, like everyone else. While she affirms that she is strong and independent, she still sometimes feels lonely. The singer addresses an absent lover and asks who they are, when they will come to her, and where they are. She wants to assert that she is present and believes in love. The singer steps outside into the snow and imagines catching her true love's tears with elegance someday.
These lyrics evoke a sense of longing and yearning for love and companionship. The singer acknowledges the fact that she may appear strong and independent, but deep down she still desires a connection with someone. The use of the winter imagery, with snowflakes melting on her face, creates a poignant atmosphere and emphasizes the idea of waiting for something or someone to arrive.
This song is likely to resonate with anyone who has experienced the feeling of loneliness despite having supportive friends and family. It reminds listeners that we are all human and crave love and connection, even if our exterior personas may suggest otherwise. The song's message is ultimately one of hope and belief in the possibility of love.
Line by Line Meaning
All my life, longing just like everybody else
I have always had desires and dreams just like any human being. I am not alone in this feeling.
I'm alright, but sometimes I get lonely by myself
I may seem fine, but there are moments when I feel isolated and need someone to be with me.
Where are you?
I am searching for you, the person who could fulfill my emotional needs.
Who are you?
I want to know who you are, what you are like, and if you are the one for me.
When you gonna come to me?
I am eagerly waiting for you to come into my life and complete me.
All that I want to say is I am here
I want to let you know that I am present, willing to be a part of your life and willing to accept you in my life.
And I believe
I have faith in the possibilities and potential of our future relationship.
Angel, find me
I'm hoping for an angel to find me and make everything right for me.
So I step outside, let the snowflakes melt upon my face
Sometimes I go out alone into the cold to embrace my inner emotions and let them out.
My true love's tears, someday I'll catch them with this much grace
I believe that someday I'll meet someone special who will cry for me and I'll cherish those tears as the ultimate symbol of our love.
I believe
Overall, I hold onto hope and faith and believe that everything will work out for the best.
Contributed by Sophie C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@folkneverdies
What a great song and what a brilliant performance!!!!
JESS is one of the best sing/songwriters of all time!!
@victoredwards0530
Thank you, Music Fog for putting this excellent voice up. I think this girl ranks up there with Amy Speace and Bonnie Bishop. More! More!
@DebGrayATX
Bloody Great!!! One of the best songs I've heard in the past few years.
@Mouldytone
Jess Klein is fabulous and I really can't think of another live music recording that I love more than this one. And that's in no small part to do with the quality of the video and most importantly, audio recording courtesy of the Music Fog crew. Thanks
@thomaskuhn5310
Love the way you tell a story and share your heart. Another wonderful sonf and performance.
@Sidetracker
Go Jess Go! One of my new favorites.
@LutinPunk
Wow! You are such an amazing artist! I love your talent and I'm actually spreading your talent all over Quebec right now! Keep it up! you're awesome!
@tarikaiesec
great music, a pleasure to the ears
@catherinealderman4448
You sound great Jess and this is a great new song!!
@justcallmethelma
a new artist for me, i just may have to find time to check out more of her songs..love her voice, love this song and thank u once again for enlightening me onto another wonderful artist!