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
Saved
Kwabs Lyrics
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And you don't talk ‘cause you don't wanna tell me something.
Feels like I'm saying too much when I'm only tryin' to show you my love.
You're runnin' away, runnin' away scared o' nothing
Can't look back 'cause you might just regretin' something
Just when we're coming on right we always seem to start a fight.
And I know why.
Will it show which one of us needs to be saved.
Got to hope we'll make it through and the light will show the truth
Then we'll know which one of us needs to be saved.
Is it me or is it you, these clouds are breaking
The words we hear, the sun light is the devil's making
And there are things that shouldn't be said,
Then I guess the pain is all in my head,
All in my head, all.
When the skies have rained enough and the sun comes risin' up
Will it show which one of us needs to be saved.
Got to hope we'll make it through and the light will show the truth
Then we'll know which one of us needs to be saved.
Spent a long time waiting,
Things ain't changin'
I can't stay here, I'm losing my faith
Spent a long time waiting,
Things ain't changin'
I think I know which one of us needs to be saved.
Reachin' out, reachin' out, wanna be saved, wanna be saved.
Callin' out, callin' out, wanna be saved, wanna be saved.
When the skies have rained enough and the sun comes risin' up
Will it show which one of us needs to be saved.
Got to hope we'll make it through and the light will show the truth
Now I know which one of us needs to be saved.
Oh, needs to be saved.
Oooh-oh, oh, oh.
When the skies have rained enough and the sun goes risin' up
Let it show which one of us needs to be saved.
Got to hope we'll make it through and the light will show the truth
Then we'll know which one of us needs to be saved.
In "Saved," Kwabs sings about a relationship where one person is not giving anything back and is potentially hiding something. Despite trying to express love, communication is failing and causing fights. The chorus introduces the idea of needing to be saved and the hope that when the clouds clear and the truth is revealed, they will know who needs saving. The song speaks to the uncertainty and fear in relationships when communication isn't clear and both parties aren't on the same page.
Line by Line Meaning
Try to give but you don't want – want for nothing.
You don't express your needs, even when I'm trying to give you all that you need.
And you don't talk ‘cause you don't wanna tell me something.
You hold back from telling me something, even when I ask.
Feels like I'm saying too much when I'm only tryin' to show you my love.
I feel like I'm overstepping and being too affectionate when all I'm trying to do is show you my love.
You're runnin' away, runnin' away scared o' nothing
You're avoiding me and backing away from our relationship for no apparent reason.
Can't look back 'cause you might just regretin' something
You can't look back on our relationship, because you might regret something.
Just when we're coming on right we always seem to start a fight.
Whenever we are starting to get along, we seem to have a falling out.
And I know why.
I understand the reason why this keeps happening between us.
When the skies have rained enough and the sun comes risin' up
After we've been through some tough times and we are ready to move on.
Will it show which one of us needs to be saved.
Will we be able to determine which one of us needs help in our relationship?
Got to hope we'll make it through and the light will show the truth
We must have faith that we will make it through our struggles and find clarity.
Then we'll know which one of us needs to be saved.
Once we find the truth, we'll know who needs help in our relationship.
Is it me or is it you, these clouds are breaking
We are starting to see through the fog and confusion and are questioning whether it's my fault or yours.
The words we hear, the sun light is the devil's making
The things we tell ourselves may not be true, the thoughts and doubts may be the result of fear.
And there are things that shouldn't be said,
There are some things that are better left unsaid.
Then I guess the pain is all in my head,
If we don't talk about our pain, then it all stays inside my own mind.
All in my head, all.
All the doubt and pain is kept inside my own mind.
Spent a long time waiting,
We've been waiting and hoping for change for a long time.
Things ain't changin'
Despite our waiting, we are not seeing any improvement.
I can't stay here, I'm losing my faith
I can't keep waiting like this, I'm losing hope in our relationship.
I think I know which one of us needs to be saved.
I have an idea of who needs help in our relationship.
Reachin' out, reachin' out, wanna be saved, wanna be saved.
I'm reaching out for help, I want to see improvement in our relationship.
Callin' out, callin' out, wanna be saved, wanna be saved.
I'm calling out for help, I want our relationship to be saved.
Now I know which one of us needs to be saved.
We've finally determined who needs help in our relationship.
Oh, needs to be saved.
I realize that someone needs to be saved to improve things between us.
Oooh-oh, oh, oh.
An emotional utterance that emphasizes our struggle and the need for change.
Writer(s): Kwabena Adjepong, Alexander William Shuckburgh
Contributed by Charlotte N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Try to give but you don’t want – want for nothing.
And you don’t talk ‘cause you don’t wanna tell me something.
Feels like I’m saying too much when I’m only tryin’ to show you my love.
You’re runnin’ away, runnin’ away scared o’ nothing
Can’t look back ’cause you might just regretin’ something
Just when we’re coming on right we always seem to start a fight.
And I know why.
[CHORUS:]
When the skies have rained enough and the sun comes risin’ up
Will it show which one of us needs to be saved.
Got to hope we’ll make it through and the light will show the truth
Then we’ll know which one of us needs to be saved.
Is it me or is it you, these clouds are breaking
The words we hear, the sun light is the devil’s making
And there are things that shouldn’t be said,
Then I guess the pain is all in my head,
All in my head, all.
[CHORUS:]
When the skies have rained enough and the sun comes risin’ up
Will it show which one of us needs to be saved.
Got to hope we’ll make it through and the light will show the truth
Then we’ll know which one of us needs to be saved.
Spent a long time waiting,
Things ain’t changin’
I can’t stay here, I’m losing my faith
Spent a long time waiting,
Things ain’t changin’
I think I know which one of us needs to be saved.
Reachin’ out, reachin’ out, wanna be saved, wanna be saved.
Callin’ out, callin’ out, wanna be saved, wanna be saved.
[CHORUS:]
When the skies have rained enough and the sun comes risin’ up
Will it show which one of us needs to be saved.
Got to hope we’ll make it through and the light will show the truth
Now I know which one of us needs to be saved.
Oh, needs to be saved.
Oooh-oh, oh, oh.
[CHORUS:]
When the skies have rained enough and the sun goes risin’ up
Let it show which one of us needs to be saved.
Got to hope we’ll make it through and the light will show the truth
Then we’ll know which one of us needs to be saved.
@RK-fz1fk
It saddens me that he is not the worldwide superstar he deserves to be! We all need to help him take over social media! Keep sharing his songs as he has a gift that can spread happiness. What a voice!
@aanumusic137
obsessed with this guys voice, tone is amazing!!!
@lebogangletlape6370
henrietta adewole i know right, he is way too amazing!!!
@dinoramic4890
henrietta adewole U Bosni bi rekli svrsavam na ovaj glas
@gabriellagelir2027
His tone is so rich and full. Agreed it's beautiful.
@powoani8976
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@PinkySelenitta
A true vocalist. Finally someone who concentrate in what's important here; MUSIC. No videos full of naked women, songs with MEANINGFUL lyrics, a true, powerful and soulful voice with no autotune. The music industry is full of crap, I am so glad to find artists like him. Keep up the good work. I am in love.
@ahmedtarek3782
unfortunately .. he isn't much popular or take the credit like other crap Singers😑
@TheInfantry98
Selena Doello you must have never listened to rag n bone. He’s very similar to Kwabs
@shanmcb9145
His voice is both powerful and soothing. I absolutely love his music.