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
Into You
Kwabs Lyrics
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But where are you when I need sun, my ma oh my ma
I've been waiting for the clouds to rake
But where are you when I need rain my my ooh my my
Maybe I'm different, maybe I've changed my ways
Maybe I'd show you but it's already too late
If only you would let me
Now I'm fallin', fallin'
Tryin' all I can to stay high
Could you catch me
If I weren't so heavy?
'Cause I'm fallin', fallin'
I'm fallin' into you
We've been doing this for long enough
So where are you when I need love, my my oh my my
And I'm down on my knees again
Where are you when I feel pain my ma oh my ma
Maybe I'm different, maybe I've changed my ways
Maybe I'd show you but it's already too late
I'd be ready
If only you would let me
Now I'm fallin', fallin'
Tryin' all I can to stay high
Could you catch me
If I weren't so heavy?
Cause I'm fallin', fallin'
I'm fallin' into you
Kwabs's song Into You is a heart-wrenching ballad that talks about waiting for love and the longing feeling of desperately needing someone's presence. The first two lines of the song, "I've been waiting for a change to come, But where are you when I need sun, my ma oh my ma," the artist refers to a change in his love life. The need for warmth from the sun describes their need for a person to love them and fulfill their needs, just like how the sun gives warmth to people. Kwabs expresses his sadness and anxiety, wondering where this person is when he needs them. He talks about how he's waiting for the clouds to break and the rain to pour, referring to the tough times he's been through and how he wants the person to be there for him.
The artist sings, "Maybe I'm different, maybe I've changed my ways, Maybe I'd show you, but it's already too late," referring to how he has changed as a person and he's afraid that the other person would not understand the new him. He wishes that he was given a chance to explain himself and show them how much he cares. The chorus of the song talks about how he's falling and trying to stay high. He wants this person to save him from this fall and catch him.
In the second verse, Kwabs sings, "We've been doing this for long enough, So where are you when I need love, my my oh my my?" He is talking about how their relationship has been going on for a while, but this person is still not there for him when he needs them the most. He gets down on his knees and feels pain, but this person is still never there for him. The song then ends with the same chorus, where Kwabs is falling and looking for someone to catch him.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been waiting for a change to come
I have been patiently waiting for things to change in my life.
But where are you when I need sun, my ma oh my ma
I feel alone and unsupported when I need someone to uplift me.
I've been waiting for the clouds to rake
I have been hoping for an end to my struggles and hardships.
But where are you when I need rain my my ooh my my
I feel abandoned and left to suffer through the difficult times without help from anyone else.
Maybe I'm different, maybe I've changed my ways
Perhaps I have transformed and grown from my past experiences.
Maybe I'd show you but it's already too late
Although I have evolved, it seems like it is too late for others to notice or appreciate my growth.
I'd be ready
I am willing and prepared.
If only you would let me
If only you would give me a chance to prove myself or make a difference.
Now I'm fallin', fallin'
I am struggling and experiencing setbacks or failures.
Tryin' all I can to stay high
I am doing everything in my power to remain positive and optimistic.
Could you catch me
Can you support and assist me when I need help the most?
If I weren't so heavy?
Can you still help me despite my burdens or challenges?
'Cause I'm fallin', fallin'
I am still struggling and facing obstacles.
I'm fallin' into you
I am opening up and trusting you despite my reservations or fears.
We've been doing this for long enough
Our situation or relationship has lasted for a long time.
So where are you when I need love, my my oh my my
I feel unloved and uncared for when I need affection or support.
And I'm down on my knees again
I am vulnerable and desperate for help or guidance.
Where are you when I feel pain my ma oh my ma
I feel abandoned and isolated when I am experiencing pain or hardship.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CHRIS CROWHURST, GEORGE MOORE, KWABENA ADJEPONG
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