Nonetheless, Kwabs never had any notion of seriously pursuing music as a career until his unadorned YouTube cover of Corinne Bailey Rae's "Like a Star" became a massive viral hit, racking up 100,000 views. He was approached with a management contract, and decided to take music farther. He released a few original songs on YouTube, leading to his being hotly tipped by MTV and BBC radio and securing a deal with Atlantic. On his 2014 debut EP, Wrong or Right, he collaborated with London-born, Vienna-based producer Sohn. The melancholy songs on the EP set his smooth, powerful baritone voice to a minimalist, synthesized backing somewhat reminiscent of the Human League. The style was dubbed "Synth&B," and the collaboration drew comparisons to that between Seal and Adamski back in the '90s. A second EP, Pray for Love, and a more upbeat single, "Walk," followed. Kwabs also worked with Plan B and Dave Okumu on his debut album, which was expected to be released in 2015. ~ John D. Buchanan, Rovi
Fight For Love
Kwabs Lyrics
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Along the path we tread so well
And the shades we use to paint it
Can't start to show our lives parallel
Eyes to the ground
We watch our feet
We're a little bruised and battle-worn
Cannot shield our storm
We prayed for love
We prayed for love
We prayed for love
Someone in the distance
Who will listen
Listen to our breaking hearts
We prayed for love
Someone in the distance
Who will listen
Listen to our breaking hearts
The endless days of thunder
Seemed to leave us here without a chance
Feeling like a world around us
Is falling down like an avalanche
We look ahead you know our hearts
Are gunna lead us through another fight
The negative like string between us
Strong in our desire
We prayed for love
We prayed for love
We prayed for love
Someone in the distance who will listen
Listen to our breaking hearts
We prayed for love
Someone in the distance who will listen
Listen to our breaking hearts
Wherever the road takes us
The winds began to break up
Just stay by my side
Wherever the road takes us
The winds began to break up
Just stay by my side
We prayed for love
Someone in the distance
Who will listen
Listen to our breaking hearts
We prayed for love
Someone in the distance who will listen
Listen to our breaking hearts
The song "Pray For Love" is a heartfelt appeal for companionship and support on the journey of life. The opening lines "It's safe to say we made it / Along the path we tread so well" suggest that the singers have already overcome many obstacles together and achieved some measure of success. However, the use of the word "shades" to describe their depiction of their lives implies that their experience is more complex than a straightforward triumph-over-adversity story. They can't even fully express the depth of their journey through the images they've created. This is reinforced by the line "We're a little bruised and battle-worn" which acknowledges that the journey hasn't been without pain and struggle.
The chorus reveals the central theme of the song - the need for love and understanding in the face of adversity. The repeated phrase "We prayed for love / Someone in the distance who will listen / Listen to our breaking hearts" emphasizes the emotional vulnerability that the singers are feeling. They are looking for someone who will offer them support and compassion, who will acknowledge and be moved by their pain. The line "The negative like string between us / Strong in our desire" suggests that their bond is founded on a shared experience of hardship and that they draw strength from each other in their determination to overcome it. The closing lines "Wherever the road takes us / The winds began to break up / Just stay by my side" offer a message of hope that despite the challenges they face, they will continue to move forward together.
Line by Line Meaning
It's safe to say we made it
We have successfully journeyed together so far
Along the path we tread so well
We have become familiar with this journey
And the shades we use to paint it
Our perspectives color our experiences
Can't start to show our lives parallel
Our lives run parallel yet are unique
Eyes to the ground
We are focused and grounded
We watch our feet
We are careful and mindful of our steps
We're a little bruised and battle-worn
We have faced struggles and have been hurt
But the walls they built to keep us
Obstacles cannot stop us
Cannot shield our storm
We are strong and resilient even in difficult times
We prayed for love
We hoped for emotional support and connection
Someone in the distance
Someone who seems far away from us
Who will listen
Who will pay attention and care
Listen to our breaking hearts
Hear the pain and struggles we are going through
The endless days of thunder
Times of difficulty and turmoil
Seemed to leave us here without a chance
It has felt like we are powerless
Feeling like a world around us
Sensations of being overwhelmed and surrounded by chaos
Is falling down like an avalanche
Things are collapsing and seem unstoppable
We look ahead you know our hearts
We are determined and passionate about our future
Are gunna lead us through another fight
We will persevere through another challenge
The negative like string between us
The negativity is present and affecting us
Strong in our desire
Our desire for love and support remains powerful
Wherever the road takes us
No matter where life leads us
The winds began to break up
The difficulties and obstacles are starting to dissipate
Just stay by my side
We want to support each other through anything
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ERIC APPAPOULAY, KWABENA ADJEPONG, BEN DREW, GEORGE MOORE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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"Fight For Love" lyrics
I've never thought it before, now it's all I can see
I don't get no reward, without trading in cruelty
You're asking to suffer, oh, why?
I'll never put the two things together
Might see heaven tonight, might get turned away
There's only one that you want, but they're one in the same
People want each other, oh
But I'll never put the two things together
Why would you fight for love?
Why would you pay to hurt yourself?
There's still nothing to hold onto
But your pride
Why would you fight for love?
Why can't you fight for something else?
There's still nothing to hold onto
But your pride, oh
You're faithful as hell to what you never had
Walking the streets, throwing good, often bad
When I could be someone for you
Somebody who will hold you together
I give what I can, might be too much
I'll give what I need, I’ll give you love
And all I'm asking
Is for you to put my whole world together
Why would you fight for love?
Why would you pay to hurt yourself?
There's still nothing to hold onto
But your pride
Why would you fight for love?
Why can't you fight for something else?
There's still nothing to hold onto
But your pride, oh
Might see heaven
You might get turned away
There's still nothing to hold onto
But why would I, why would I go that way?
Why would I fight for love?
Why would I pay to hurt myself?
Yeah, there's still nothing to hold onto
But your pride, yeah
Why would I fight for love?
Why can't I fight for something else?
There's still nothing to hold onto
But your pride
@Stiktriks
Where has he gone !!!!! I miss him so much !!!😭😭😭
@PhoenixSpawn
I freaking love this video. That move he does at 2:55 drives me INSANE. He's such a beautiful man. Both physically and musically.
@thevibeguide
That voice!
@wiluism
Not nineties, but eighties. It's an old disco voice for sure. Love it. Keep on, Kwabs.
@CaptEoNinja83
Perfect blend of 80s and modern pop music to produce sheer beauty! I LOVE THIS SONG! Gonna buy it ASAP!
There is something almost criminal that this man with such a gorgeous voice only had 1 album from 5 years ago and apparently nothing since!
@davidmcfarlane9185
Agreed
@SoOphiie13
Holy shit. I discovered your music by accident and now I can't stop listening. It's perfect!
@ItsXer
i have loved his voice since i first heard walk in fifa and have been subscribed since
@iamsudo472
Clutch Me too. Great voice!
@Gold14Eagle
Samee