Before the release of his E.P. Kevin spent his time on the road playing the piano for another fellow singer-songwriter, Trent Hancock. The tour life opened exciting opportunities like playing before indie heavy hitters Joe Brooks, Jason Reeves and Parachute. Upon the return of the tour was the release of his debut E.P. where he finally got to focus on his solo career. It’s not to uncommon to see a crowd of people surrounding Kevin on a Friday night, he plays weekly at the 3rd Street Promenade in Santa Monica. With songs like “Angel” and “You and I”, these inspirational songs showcase his solid musicianship and creates the perfect cinematic scene to escape to when cruising down on the beach side.
Brave
Kevin Daniel Lyrics
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No one's heard you cry
or seen your bloodshot eyes
You've never felt so helpless
behind a broken shield
a tragety concealed
The battle wages on
and shadows fight to seize the dawn
when they rise against you
oh, be brave child
you cry like Heaven's forgotten
But the stars even watched
when you were made, child
So be brave
be brave now
be brave
brave
You were once so daring
fearless like a gun
a silent guard be up
but troubles broke the barrel
stripped away your faith
'til only fear remained
the struggle carries on
don't forget you're not alone
when forces rise against you
when they rise against you
oh be brave child
you cry like Heaven's forgotten
but the stars even watched
when you were made child
so be brave
be brave now
be brave
brave
hold me close
keep me safe
show me how to be brave
we're not alone
but we're still afraid
hold me close, keep me safe, show me how to be brave
when forces rise against you
when they rise against you
oh be brave child
you cry like Heaven's forgotten
but the stars even watched
when you were made child
so be brave
"Brave" by Kevin Daniel is a song that talks about facing adversity and struggles while staying strong and courageous. The lyrics describe how sometimes we might feel scared, helpless or broken, but we can overcome those feelings and become brave once again. The first verse highlights the sense of isolation that can come with feeling scared, but encourages the listener to be brave despite feeling alone. The chorus repeats the phrase "be brave" as a reminder to the listener that they have it within themself to be courageous, even in the face of difficult battles.
The second verse talks about being fearless once before but then experiencing something that caused fear to take over. It speaks to the idea that even when we fall coward to fear, there is still hope and opportunity to be brave again. The bridge in the song speaks to the listener asking for someone to hold onto while being brave.
Overall, the song expresses the theme of resilience and strength to overcome adversity in a positive and encouraging way.
Line by Line Meaning
No one knows you're scared now
You're hiding your fear from the world
No one's heard you cry
You're suffering in silence
or seen your bloodshot eyes
Your inner pain is not visible to others
You've never felt so helpless
You feel powerless and struggling to get through this challenge
behind a broken shield
Something that should protect you is now useless and broken
a tragedy concealed
You're keeping your pain and struggle a secret
The battle wages on
The struggle continues
and shadows fight to seize the dawn
Darkness and difficulties try to win over light and hope
When forces rise against you
When you face challenges and obstacles
when they rise against you
When things get tough
oh, be brave child
Encouragement to face the difficulty with courage
you cry like Heaven's forgotten
You feel alone and abandoned by a higher power
But the stars even watched when you were made, child
The universe has witnessed your creation and struggles, and you're not forgotten
So be brave, be brave now, be brave, brave
Repeated encouragement to face the difficulty with courage
You were once so daring
You used to be brave and fearless
fearless like a gun
Very courageous and confident
a silent guard be up
Being vigilant and alert, without making noise or drawing attention
but troubles broke the barrel
The difficulties were too much to handle and broke you down
stripped away your faith
You lost confidence in yourself and maybe even in a higher power
'til only fear remained
You're left with fear and uncertainty
the struggle carries on
The difficulty persists
don't forget you're not alone
Reminder that others are also facing challenges and you're not the only one
hold me close, keep me safe, show me how to be brave
Asking for support and guidance to face the difficulty with courage
we're not alone, but we're still afraid
Even though there is support, fear can still be present
so be brave, be brave now, be brave, brave
Repeated encouragement to face the difficulty with courage
Contributed by Ethan J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Hi Kevin -
Surely God wrote & sang this sweet song with you years ago in that studio session.
If you get (or make) the opportunity... sing this perfect & "Brave" song to the sick & terminally ill (especially the little ones). I speak from experience - you will help them, Kevin.
I have a huge music library, Kevin. But of those many, many songs - along with Angel, this heavenly & gentle brave song of yours remains among my all time favorite songs of my life.
And your video of you singing this song is awesome. Peace...
@debichoco631
He deserves so more views...
@elchocoluver4273
love his songs and love his voice!!! how can he's not well known?!
@mawreh3480
How the heck does this only get 9.9k views..!!!!?
@anthmarsimoes9901
a musica "guarded" uma das melhores đź‘Źđź‘Źđź‘Ź
@thaynanastacio2817
se eu quero relaxar e esquecer os problemas, sempre escuto essa musia e a ''guarded''... simplismente amo!!
@marciojuniorinaciodasilva1117
thayna oliveira a guarded Ă© linda pra caralho hahaha
@thaynanastacio2817
ate demais...
amooo
@ancaeva4002
i guess i'll try to be brave :) i love the song .
@gmsdancer100
love this song<3 what are the chords?