"I’ve been singing and playing piano since I was three," says Karina. "My babysitter had a piano, and she started teaching me how to play. It wasn’t until a year later that I began getting professional lessons." While some have been quick to compare Karina Pasian to other performers including Aaliyah, Alicia Keys and Mariah Carey, one listen to her self-assured debut disc is evidence enough that she is destined for success.
Karina remembers the first time she sang in front of an audience. "I sang Céline Dion’s ’My Heart Will Go On’ at a talent show. I was kind of nervous, but the audience loved it."
From that point, there was no denying that music would be her life. A few years later, after using the Prince-penned ballad "How Come U Don’t Call" for an audition, Karina Pasian was cast on a revamped version of Star Search. "That was such a wonderful experience," says Karina, who won the first round of the competition with a rousing version of the Jackson Five classic "I’ll Be There."
Working with an array of songwriters, producers and artists that include The Dream, Tricky Stewart, Gordon Chambers, Chris Brown, Carlos McKinnney, Lil Mama and others, Karina proves to be a breath of fresh soul. "I’ve recorded over 70 songs in the last two years," Karina says. "It was a period of real growth for me as I learned to focus and stay consistent."
Karina Pasian’s godfather, famed producer and businessman Quincy Jones, has also been a guardian angel for the young singer. In addition to giving her advice, the maestro included her in the "We Are the Future" charity concert in 2006. Considering the talents Jones has worked with, from Frank Sinatra and Sarah Vaughan to Michael Jackson and Tamia, she is in good company. "I know I’m blessed to have someone like Quincy in my corner," she says.
A fan who embraces all forms of music, from the stylish pop of Brandy to old school jazz greats, Karina performed the standard "Misty" when she was at the White House last year. "Emilio Estefan, who has been a friend of my family for years, helped to put the show together, and invited me to be a part of it," says Karina. "Later, my brother told me that I was the first Dominican to play at the White House, and that made me very proud." Studying music and voice at High School for the Professional Performing Arts, the Washington Heights native was more than prepared for any challenges that arose in the studio. "I was blessed to have some pretty amazing teachers who prepared me well," she says sweetly. Refusing to fall into any cliché, Karina Pasian has recorded an album that is a reflection of her age and independent point of view.
Karina Pasian’s song "Sixteen" is a song of independence and admiration. "Ain’t no daddy’s where I’m from, its just mad mothers…why am I disrespected by someone I should call brother," she sings in a pristine voice. "I wanted to do a song about what teenager girls go through in urban areas. It’s not cool that boys think they’re being cute when they say nasty stuff to us on the street." Written and produced by The Dream and Tricky Stewart, best known for their work with Rihanna’s "Umbrella" and Madonna’s "Me Against the Music," the song "Sixteen" reminds one of vintage Brill Building girls like the Crystals or Little Eva with an electro-groove.
Another Tricky Stewart and The Dream track that will leave fans breathless is "Baby Baby," an uptempo song that is destined to be a dancefloor scorcher. "Though this is a fun song, it’s not just a party song," says Karina "It’s about guys who simply see young women as sex objects, but I refuse to be that girl." Indeed, like Aretha Franklin, she simply wants some respect. Sharing the mic with rapper Lil Mama ("Lip Gloss" & "Shawty Get Loose"), the two young stars connected in the studio. "Lil Mama was so cool, but it was her confidence in the booth that was really exciting."
Produced and written by Carlos McKinney, the sing-songy "Can’t Find the Words" embraces elements of jazz and pop while simultaneously creating a whimsical track that sounds like nothing else of the radio. Additionally, Karina’s favorite song "Winner," which highlights her elegant piano (her light touch on the keyboard reminds one of Erroll Garner) playing, is laidback and uplifting.
A beautiful young woman with more musical moxy than most sixteen year olds, Karina Pasian has constructed one of the finest debut discs in years. Melancholic and truthful, funky and real, blissful and bold, Karina’s album is the sound of a better tomorrow.
Can't Find The Words
Karina Pasian Lyrics
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Woo woo
Woo woo
Woo woo
Now we've been talking for a while;
And you got me tryin to figure out
girl, I don't know what to say to you
And all I know is when we're together
No one can make me feel the way you do baby
I wish each moment can last forever
It's hard to explain the way I feel for you
(I just can't find the words)
You got me loosing myself
In what I'm trying to say
And it's so hard to fight it
Can't help but feelin this way
And every time that I'm near you it's like my heart gets weak.
Feels like I'm loosing my breath makin it hard to speak.
I just can't find the words
Woo woo
Just can't find the words
Woo woo
I just can't find the words
Woo woo
I just can't find the words
Now I know I come off kinda shy
But it's hard to say what's on my mind
The chemistry we have is hard to find
But to find the right words is gonna take some time
And all I know is when we're together
No one can make me feel the way you do baby
I wish each moment can last forever
It's hard to explain the way I feel for you
(I just can't find the words)
You got me loosing myself
In what I'm trying to say
And it's so hard to fight it
Can't help but feelin this way
And every time that I'm near you it's like my heart gets weak.
Feels like I'm loosing my breath makin it hard to speak.
I just can't find the words
Woo woo
Just can't find the words
Woo woo
I just can't find the words
Woo woo
I just can't find the words
You got me tripping over words
You got me stuttering
And like a bad dream
I'm calling out but you don hear me speak
And constantly I find myself in this predicament
So let me show you (show you) baby (baby)
Cause actions speak louder then words
You got me loosing myself
In what I'm trying to say
And it's so hard to fight it
Can't help but feeling this way
And every time that I'm near you it's like my heart gets weak.
Feels like I'm loosing my breath making it hard to speak.
I just can't find the words
Woo woo
Just can't find the words
Woo woo
I just can't find the words
Woo woo
I just can't find the words
In Karina Pasian's song "Can't Find the Words," the singer is struggling to express her feelings towards the person she is talking to. She is experiencing a chemistry and connection with him that is hard to articulate. Despite her effort, she can't find the right words to express herself effectively. The song captures the feeling of being tongue-tied and nervous when trying to convey deep emotions.
The lyrics suggest that the singer is very much enamored with this person and her feelings for him are intense. When they are together, she feels like she's losing herself and she wishes that every moment could last forever. She struggles to fight the emotions that she's feeling whenever she's around him. She describes the feeling of her heart getting weak and finding it hard to speak.
The chorus of the song is very repetitive, which emphasizes the idea that the singer is finding it hard to express herself. She cannot find the words, as the title suggests, and struggles to articulate herself despite her efforts.
Overall, the lyrics of "Can't Find the Words" capture the vulnerability and intensity of falling in love and experiencing an indescribable connection with somebody.
Line by Line Meaning
Now we've been talking for a while;
We’ve been communicating for some time
And you got me tryin to figure out
You’re making me curious
girl, I don't know what to say to you
I’m at a loss for words
But you got me feelin some kind of way for you
You have stirred up strong emotions in me
And all I know is when we're together
I only know that my feelings are ignited when we are together
No one can make me feel the way you do baby
No one has ever made me feel the way you do
I wish each moment can last forever
I want our time together to be infinite
It's hard to explain the way I feel for you
My strong feelings for you are difficult to articulate
(I just can’t find the words)
I am struggling to express myself
You got me loosing myself
You are causing me to lose control
In what I'm trying to say
I’m having a hard time conveying my thoughts
And it's so hard to fight it
It’s difficult to resist my emotions
Can't help but feelin this way
I can’t help but feel this strong way for you
And every time that I'm near you it's like my heart gets weak.
My heart becomes vulnerable when I’m close to you
Feels like I'm loosing my breath makin it hard to speak.
I’m becoming breathless and finding it difficult to speak
Now I know I come off kinda shy
I may seem reserved
But it's hard to say what's on my mind
It’s difficult for me to express my thoughts
The chemistry we have is hard to find
Our connection is rare
But to find the right words is gonna take some time
It will take me some time to articulate my feelings correctly
You got me tripping over words
You are causing me to stumble over my words
You got me stuttering
You are causing me to stutter
And like a bad dream
It’s like a nightmare
I'm calling out but you don hear me speak
I’m trying to get your attention but you’re not listening
And constantly I find myself in this predicament
I’m frequently in this situation
So let me show you (show you) baby (baby)
Let my actions demonstrate my feelings for you
Cause actions speak louder then words
Actions are more impactful than words
Contributed by Anna P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@teenabeena
10 years ago I played this for my boyfriend after 2 months of dating. This year we will be celebrating our 7th wedding anniversary ❤️❤️❤️
@gpn4651
This girl should have been a SUPERSTAR, period! There was not one bad song on her debut album. I still bump it in my car. I imagine she refused to show cleavage or wear booty-shorts, so Def Jam didn't put any effort into promoting her. Also, her music was P-O-S-I-T-I-V-E, lyrically and musically sound. Wherever she is now, I hope she hasn't sold her soul.
The music industry sucks.
~ g
@LainiB916
Right!?
@gpn4651
We have to teach them that these "role models" are in error and that they represent a society that has lost its way. Our only recourse is to be the shining beacon of Womanhood or Manhood that our children need to pattern themselves after.
Our sons and daughters look to us a role models first. If we are nowhere to be found, or if we shirk that responsibility, they will look for others. We must not let that happen. all love ~ g
@shawna9192
agree!!!
@dgrav008
+G PN if you look her up you can find her newer material and it seems to me that she is no longer doing r&b music. She is still a great artist and this album was nominated for a grammy.
@gpn4651
Thanks! I'll do just that. A Grammy nomination, very happy to hear that.
@kikimilan9194
OMG I remember singing this song out loud in the back of our house and my neighbor yelled at me to shut up...so I went back in the house 😂😂😂💀💀
@gvalle978
😂🤣😂🤣😂
@tygrant6092
😄🤣🤣