After finishing high school, Kem dealt with homelessness, addiction, and isolation from his family. He did not overcome these issues until he turned to spirituality and music, as he has said, "My career didn't take off until I connected with my spirituality. That's why I take time on stage and on the album to administer spirituality to people. That's one of the things that I am most proud of." He has also stated that he does not create music marketed to the mainstream hip-hop-dominated R&B crowd but to people who enjoy his soul/jazz adult contemporary sound and lyrical content. He wrote, produced, and financed his self-released debut album, Kemistry, by singing in a wedding band and waiting tables. He was later signed by Motown Records, who re-released the album on February 25, 2003. The album's first single, "Love Calls", became a hit at urban adult contemporary and smooth jazz radio. He followed his debut release with a sophomore album, Album II, released May 17, 2005. It included the hit single "I Can't Stop Loving You", a #1 at urban adult contemporary radio, and the song "You Might Win" featuring Stevie Wonder on harmonica.
You're On My Mind
Kem Lyrics
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And lay it all on the line
'Cause ain't nothing left to lose
Talking bout a love of a lifetime
And we pride ourselves enough
We can believe our life
Baby love is on the run
Girl don't you know
We can find our way babe
I need you beside me
Hear me when I say girl
You're on my mind
You're on my mind
You're on my mind
You're on my mind
And I mean it girl
I ain't to proud to beg
When the feeling starts to hurt
I gotta get you out my head
And we try to see the light
Of a brand new day babe
Love will always win the fight
Come and rescue me tonight
We can find our way babe
I need you beside me
Hear me when I say girl
You're on my mind
You're on my mind
You're on my mind
In these lyrics to Kem's song "You're On My Mind", the singer is expressing his love for a woman and his desire to be with her. He is willing to "lay it all on the line", implying that he is ready to be vulnerable and honest in his expression of love. The line "talking bout a love of a lifetime" suggests that he sees his love for her as a deep and meaningful connection.
He believes that they are strong enough to overcome any obstacles and that they can make it work if they just have faith in their love. He also acknowledges that she may be trying to hide from him or from their love, but he reassures her that she cannot hide forever. The chorus repeats the sentiment that she is always on his mind and that he needs her beside him.
The lyrics also suggest that the singer has been hurt before and is afraid of being hurt again. He mentions that "when the feeling starts to hurt, I gotta get you out my head." However, he ultimately chooses to pursue this love despite his fears and uncertainties because he believes that their love will always win the fight.
Overall, the song expresses a deep and passionate love, but also acknowledges the challenges and fears that come with opening oneself up to love.
Line by Line Meaning
Come running back to you
I am willing to return to you, even though we may have had problems before.
And lay it all on the line
I am ready to be completely honest and upfront with you.
'Cause ain't nothing left to lose
There is nothing left for me to lose by being honest and open with you.
Talking bout a love of a lifetime
I am referring to a love that is meant to last forever.
And we pride ourselves enough
I have enough confidence in us and our love for each other.
We can believe our life
We are capable of living the life we want together.
Baby love is on the run
Love is always present and in motion.
Girl don't you know
I hope you understand what I am trying to say.
That you can't hide
You cannot hide from love or your feelings.
You're on my mind
I am constantly thinking about you.
And I mean it girl
My feelings are sincere and genuine.
I ain't to proud to beg
I am not too proud to admit that I need you in my life.
When the feeling starts to hurt
When my emotions become overwhelming, I cannot help but think of you.
I gotta get you out my head
I need to find a way to distract myself from constantly thinking about you.
And we try to see the light
We are attempting to stay positive and look towards a brighter future together.
Of a brand new day babe
We are hoping for a fresh start in our relationship.
Love will always win the fight
Love is always the answer, even during tough times in our relationship.
Come and rescue me tonight
I need you to be there for me and help me through this difficult time.
We can find our way babe
Together, we can overcome any obstacle that comes our way.
I need you beside me
I cannot do this alone, and I need you by my side.
Hear me when I say girl
Please listen to what I am saying to you.
You're on my mind
I cannot stop thinking about you and our relationship.
You're on my mind
My thoughts are constantly consumed by you and our love for each other.
You're on my mind
You are always present in my thoughts and heart.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: KIM L. OWENS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Lyrics
Come running back to you
And lay it all on the line
'Cause ain't nothing left to lose
Talking bout a love of a lifetime
And we pride ourselves enough
We can believe our life
Baby love is on the run
Girl don't you know
That you can't hide
We can find our way babe
I need you beside me
Hear me when I say girl
You're on my mind
You're on my mind
You're on my mind
You're on my mind
And I mean it girl
I ain't to proud to beg
When the feeling starts to hurt
I gotta get you out my head
And we try to see the light
Of a brand new day babe
Love will always win the fight
Come and rescue me tonight
We can find our way babe
I need you beside me
Hear me when I say girl
You're on my mind
You're on my mind
You're on my mind
@christinecrawford3287
His music is so soothing to the mind,body and soul.
@RobetteRodgers-dq2vl
I concur its for the GROWN FOLKS😂😂❤❤😊😊
@Mysticmimi7
I feel like it takes a lotta balls for a man to put his emotions out here like this on a song and we women salute him. It’s so amazing and refreshing to hear :)
@abrahamwilliams6450
You are the Creator's !...
@jackiep3302
Good job
@dorothybarnesechols8184
I love this song! How many men think like him? ANY???
@elizabethnelson8151
@@dorothybarnesechols8184 I was wonderful the same thing
@tiatia240
Absolutely
@ljshockl1
Who could NOT love ANYTHING Kem makes? His sound is HEAVENLY. His voice outstanding.
@teaspoon4259
Agreed 💯💅🏾