Born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, Brickman enrolled in the Cleveland Institute of Music taking courses in composition and performance, while taking business classes at Case Western Reserve University. His music career started when he was nineteen, when Jim Henson hired him to write tunes for Sesame Street. He was also hired to write commercial jingles while in college.
Brickman writes a wide variety of music. Besides his piano compositions and love songs, he has also created arrangements of other songs. Several of his albums feature arrangements of children's music; he has produced two Christmas-themed albums The Gift (1997) and Peace (2003); and his 2005 album Grace concentrates on arrangements of well-known Christian music.
Jim Brickman has also starred in the now-on-DVD PBS specials "My Romance: An Evening with Jim Brickman", "Love Songs & Lullabies" and "The Disney Songbook." In 2006, he sponsored his first Jim Brickman Valentine's Day Cruise with Carnival Cruise Lines which has become an annual event.
Inspiration
Jim Brickman Lyrics
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and I want you here with me from tonight until the end of time
you should know everywhere I go
always on my mind in my heart in my soul baby
You're the meaning in my life you're the inspiration
you bring feeling to my life you're the inspiration
wanna have you near me I wanna have you hear me saying
And I know yes I know that it's plain to see we're so in love when we're together
now I know that I need you here with me from tonight until the end of time
you should know everywhere I go
always on my mind you're in my heart and in my soul
You're the meaning in my life you're the inspiration
you bring feeling to my life you're the inspiration
wanna have you near me I wanna have you hear me saying
no one needs you more than I needs you more than I
Wanna have you near me I wanna have you hear me saying
no one needs you more than I need you
You're the meaning in my life you're the inspiration
you bring feeling to my life you're the inspiration
when you love somebody till the end of time
when you love somebody always on my mind
no one needs you more than I
When you love somebody till the end of time
when you love somebody always on my mind
no one needs you more than I
when you love somebody till the end of time
when you love somebody always on my mind
no one needs you more than I
In this song, Jim Brickman speaks of his love for someone that is meant to be everlasting. He wants this person to always be by his side and knows that they are always on his mind, in his heart and in his soul. He describes this person as the meaning in his life, the one who brings feeling to his life and is his inspiration. He never wants to be without them and knows that he needs them more than anyone else.
The song is a beautiful tribute to the power of love and how it can inspire us to be our best selves. It speaks of a love that is deep, and never-ending. Brickman's use of repetition in the chorus, with lines like "you're the meaning in my life," and "you bring feeling to my life," emphasize the strength of this love and how it is a constant presence in his life.
Overall, "Inspiration" is a touching love song that celebrates the beauty of love and how it can inspire us to be better people.
Line by Line Meaning
You know our love was meant to be the kind of love to last forever
Our love has been predestined to be the type that endures until the end of time.
and I want you here with me from tonight until the end of time
I desire your presence with me every moment between now and the end of eternity.
you should know everywhere I go always on my mind in my heart in my soul baby
You should understand that my thoughts, emotions, and whole being are consumed by you, and you alone.
You're the meaning in my life you're the inspiration
You give my life direction, purpose, and motivate me to strive for greatness.
you bring feeling to my life you're the inspiration
With you, I experience strong emotions that make me feel alive and fuel my creativity.
wanna have you near me I wanna have you hear me saying
I long to have your physical proximity and want to vocally express my love to you.
no one needs you more than I need you
My need for you is unparalleled and absolute.
And I know yes I know that it's plain to see we're so in love when we're together
I am aware that it's evident to everyone that we are deeply in love when we are in each other's presence.
now I know that I need you here with me from tonight until the end of time
I have come to the realization that I require your companionship from this day forward and for all eternity.
when you love somebody till the end of time when you love somebody always on my mind
When two people love each other with timeless devotion, thoughts of their beloved remain at the forefront of their consciousness.
no one needs you more than I
There is no one who requires your presence, your essence, your love more intensely than I do.
when you love somebody till the end of time when you love somebody always on my mind no one needs you more than I
When you are in love with someone forever, they are always on your mind, and your need for them is irreplaceable.
Writer(s): James Merrill Brickman
Contributed by David J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
D L
I tried to learn to play his songs and saw him in concert in Savannah Georgia when I had my sight. However and unfortunately I recently lost my sight. JUST SUCKS because his music effects my heart so deeply and he is a great man and performer. Thank you Mr. Brickman for those memories. (blee assisted)
Vandy Neves
Simplesmente Maravilhosa a melodia.
EDENIL YOSHIMI KAIO TOYAMA
Where can I find this collection of beautiful hymns? I usually buy everything for itunes but I did not find it there....I love hear all musics with my best pianist!!!!
Karen Roseberry
So beautiful!
Simone Coria
Beautiful music I listen every night
.its like the the stars fall out of heaven to your music I listen to it every night I cant sleep without the sound of your music .god gave you a great gift .thanks from simone god bless .💟❤💛💝😋💓💙💓💝💛❤❣🎀💗💕💜💘💞💖💔🎀❤💛💝😋💕💗😋💙💓💘💜💕💞💘💖💔💟💔💔💖💛💕💗😋💙💙🐯💝💛😚💗💘
Only Happy
Your very blessed ! you play so beautifully just helps my pain go away as I was in a car wreck this past summer. I played your music in the hospital and rehab helped me so much. thank you for your music keep playing and spreading your wonderful talent . I hope to meet you some day. I played clarinet for 32 years due to my car wreck I can't play and a week after I got out of rehab my clarinet was stolen. so I bought a keyboard and I'm trying to learn to play it . Be Blessed Always.
Only Happy
Thank you very much.
Jim Brickman Music
You're welcome! Unfortunately, no Minnesota stop on the current tour, but I'm sure we'll be there again soon! :) All the best with your recovery. - The Brickman Team
Only Happy
Jim Brickman Music thank you so much. I would love to meet you some day. if you ever come to Minnesota I would definitely be front row. god bless you all and keep playing the beautiful music. Andrea Robertson
Jim Brickman Music
My gosh, Andrea, I'm thankful you found music to help you through your challenges. I'm sorry to hear of your accident and that your clarinet was stolen. It's good to hear that you're focusing on learning the piano, and I hope you find playing to be therapeutic. If you're interested there's a 2 part video on here to help learn piano, 1. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L85glvX5qm8 2. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=83Cgy9Wze28 hopefully it helps translate what you already know to the keyboard. All the best to you and hopefully our paths cross. - The Brickman Team