Kaize Adams pronounced "Kazzy" (Born September 5, 1978) is a unique vocalis… Read Full Bio ↴Kaize Adams pronounced "Kazzy" (Born September 5, 1978) is a unique vocalist and has a broad vocal style that yields a sound all his own. Kaize Adams first started singing in church at the age of four. Born and raised in raised in the Columbia, South Carolina, singing has been a central part of Kaize’s life; He sang in various church and community choirs. Kaize is a talented young man. He graduated from the famed South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and has obtained the Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Ph.D. in Industrial and Systems Engineering from North Carolina A&T State University in Greensboro, NC, where he currently resides.

The singer/songwriter wants to reach various demographics with music that will comfortably find its place on Gospel, Pop, R&B charts today. “In some ways my music may not be from a traditional or a contemporary perspective, but in every case I want to be true, sincere and honest.” Kaize understands his gospel roots and appreciates both traditional and contemporary gospel music. Teaming up with producer Rodney Edge (Christopher Brinson), producer/engineer Ray Winters (Donald Lawrence, LeJeune Thompson, and Shirley Murdock) and newcomers Darron “Tripp” Thomas and Redman Caldwell, Kaize has created an auspicious debut album – TESTIMONY that appeals to various audiences.

Kaize has performed across the US and internationally. He has performed at the General Electric African American Forum, has also garnered national attention while being showcased at the GMWA’s Tribute to the King and was showcased on Dr. Bobby Jones’ International Gospel Industry Retreat in Las Vegas as well as numerous churches and radio events. Kaize has also been featured nationally on the Sheridan Gospel Network (SGN) --The Light’s New Artist Spotlight and the WORD Network. Kaize has also been showcased on various internet radio stations, such as XM Satellite Radio, The Ju Joyner Show, Stellar Award Winning Yes Lord Radio and the Artist Spotlight on the Stellar Nominated Internet Station of the year, Bonnerfide Radio. Kaize Adams was welcomed by the United Kingdom with open arms in 2006 when his album debuted in the UK on Durney Boy/Awake Records to rave reviews. Kaize traveled to the UK in 2006 and performed at Restoration 2006, the Ruach Church, and on various television shows including the nationally acclaimed “Out the Box” television show on Revelation Music television network.

Kaize's single Blessings was released in 2012 as a charity single to benefit the African Caribbean Leukemia Trust Charity (ACLT) in the UK. 50% of the proceeds will go to tge UK charity which promotes bone marrow, blood and organ donation within ethnic minorities. The gospel singer says, “God has given me a gift of song, and I know that it is my duty to share my gift with the world in every way possible.” Kaize’s music, including the singles “So Pure “(edge mix) and Psalm 8, continues to grasp listeners worldwide. His project “Testimony” is available in digital outlets everywhere including iTunes. Expect NEW MUSIC from Kaize Adams in the end of 2012. Follow Kaize Adams on Twitter: @KamiKaize. To sample and purchase music from “Testimony” visit: http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/testimony/id97769291

Shoulda Left Me
Kaize Adams Lyrics

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Verse 1
You loved me in despite
Despite of all my wrong
And now its just too much
To much for me to hide
The feeligs that I have
For the joy of my heart
A second chance you gave

To me a brand new start

Chorus
Shoulda left me
Long time ago
You didn't, restartin'
My life
It's over now
I'm ready to move on

Verse 2
The changes
I've been through
Been through it all
With you
Caught up in the mess
Of this cruel old world
I believed and stayed
Steadfast

And you wiped the tears
Away
You took me by the hand
Showed me the master plan

Vamp
Turned around
You still were there
Took me out of much despair
You kept me, forgave me
Ready to move on

The solid rock
On which I stand
Gave strength
To the innerman
You kept me, forgave me
Ready to move on

La, la, la
la, la, la, la ,la
La, la, la
la, la, la, la, la, la

Shoulda left me
Long time ago

Overall Meaning

In the first verse of "Shoulda Left Me," Kaize Adams describes his gratitude towards his partner who stayed with him despite all the wrong things he has done. He confesses that it is difficult for him to keep his feelings hidden and that he feels joy knowing that he has been given a second chance. In the chorus, he acknowledges that he should have been left behind long ago but instead, his partner helped him start anew, and now he is ready to move on. In the second verse, Kaize Adams expounds on how he has gone through different changes with his partner by his side. He admits that he has been caught up in the mess of the world, but he was able to endure it all because of his partner's support. She was the rock on which he stood, and she gave him strength.

The main message of this song is gratitude towards Kaize Adams's partner for sticking by his side and giving him a chance to start a new life. It is also a confession of how he wronged her and how he realized his mistakes. The chorus, "Shoulda left me long time ago," means that if his partner had left him, he would have never learned from his mistakes, and he would not have been able to become a better person. The song is a testament to the importance of forgiveness and second chances in a relationship.

Line by Line Meaning

You loved me in despite
You loved me despite all of my faults

Despite of all my wrong
Despite all of my mistakes and bad choices

And now its just too much
And now I feel overwhelmed

To much for me to hide
It's too difficult for me to keep my feelings hidden

The feeligs that I have
The emotions that I feel

For the joy of my heart
For the happiness in my soul

A second chance you gave
You gave me another opportunity

To me a brand new start
To begin again fresh

Shoulda left me
You should have left me

Long time ago
A while ago

You didn't, restartin'
But you didn't and instead helped me restart