After this initial success with this first EP, Lelia began work on the new project (lil-yah) (also the proper pronunciation of her first name) which shows Lelia’s versatility as a vocalist, diverse songwriter, and producer. At the same time, she made her first appearance at the legendary Bitter End in NYC (where she is a regular featured artist), and was immediately embraced and continues to be strongly supported by owner Kenny Gorka. “I knew right away there was something very special about Lelia.” From her most recent appearance in NYC: “It was apparent once again that Lelia does not perform; she inhabits her music. Each song emerges from her as if she is suddenly compelled to tell its story or release its feelings. No movement seems calculated; no gesture planned. The result is an exhibition of musical integrity that would make any venue, large or small, feel intimate.” says Robbie Merkin, critically acclaimed composer.
(lil-yah) shows the diverse spectrum of Broussard's writing styles. Influenced by the music of Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Al Green, Aretha Franklin, and others in that genre, Lelia knew she wanted her album to have an old soulful vibe, but with a new pop flair. Moving from jazz to soul, and even hip-hop, Broussard shows a mature understanding of her many influences without ever sounding forced. Recorded with an unrivaled group of musicians, this first rate group of seasoned pros quickly discovered that this would not be "another recording session" as they came to learn and appreciate Lelia's music. "It's scary how talented the young lady is. I couldn't believe the sound coming from this petite little thing. We were all blown away by her," says Jef Lee Johnson (Mariah Carey, Billy Joel). “Lelia is a creative genius” says Joel Bryant, (Harry Connick Jr, Aretha Franklin). Chico Huff (James Taylor) says, "Lelia seems to already have a strong musical vision and great love for music that comes across tenfold. Her singing and writing are very fresh and contemporary to my ears without being derivative.
On putting (lil-yah) into a genre, Lelia says it best when she explains, "People are hearing the CD and saying, 'wow, you have all these different types of music on one CD- jazz, pop, rock, blues, rap, R&B, how do you even classify yourself? My answer is not any one genre is more me than the other. My goal is to be a diverse artist and performer that does many styles equally well.”
Lelia recently went back into the studio to make some improvements on the CD and will re-release it in the Spring of 2007 re-titled as “Rise”. This remixed and re-mastered CD has the addition of a couple of new tracks, and new vocals and arrangements on others. The title song, “Rise” has already been picked up by the MTV show “The Hills”. Lelia recently completed a national tour for the Heinz Corporation’s TGIFriday/Wal Mart Tour where she headlined along with major label artists.
What’s next for Lelia? “Well, I am continuing to grow my fan base by touring in and around the Philadelphia and New York areas, where I recently moved and back home in Louisiana. I’ve also recently started doing some co-writing with Rob Fusari, and I love the direction my songs are taking. And I’m going to be in LA early this year doing some co-writing with various songwriters, so it’s a busy time for me. I’ve remained an independent artist by choice, because I always felt it would be better for the longevity of my career if I stayed independent while I was so young. I think I have proven that I am a serious musician and songwriter, not a flavor of the month, but someone with musical integrity, at least that’s my goal . . . now that I’m a little older, I’m ready to move on to the next level of my career.”
Philadelphia Magazine, in a feature article on Lelia, speculated about her being “the next big thing”. Is she? Listen and we think you just might agree.
Reasons
Lelia Broussard Lyrics
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I can't handle you out of the blue
And I know I should have known
But I just can't help myself
Sometimes I wanna run and I do
But every time I run, it's back to you
Reasons, reasons why I should go
But I don't know why, I don't
It's been a little while
Jeez, so long I can't even remember, wow
But you just got this way of
Making me feel so September
Sometimes I wanna run and I do
But every time I run, it's back to you
Reasons, reasons so many, so
Reasons, reasons why I should go
And I don't know why, I don't know
Reasons, reasons so many, so
Reasons why I should go
Why I should have known but I don't want to
Probably love the samе old way we always do
But that's okay and I still got a few more
Still got a fеw more
Reasons why I should stay
Reasons, reasons so many, so
Reasons, reasons why I should go
And I don't know why, I don't know
I don't ever know
So, so many reasons why I, I should go, I
I should have known but I don't want to, to
In "Reasons" by Lelia Broussard, the lyrics convey the internal struggle and confusion the singer feels in a romantic relationship. The opening lines, "You thought that it was I they want. I can't handle you out of the blue. And I know I should have known, but I just can't help myself," suggest that the singer is aware that the person they are involved with is not the right fit, yet they find it difficult to resist their allure.
The chorus, "Reasons, reasons so many, so. Reasons, reasons why I should go. But I don't know why, I don't," highlights the conflicting emotions the singer experiences. They acknowledge that there are numerous reasons to walk away from the relationship, yet they remain unsure of why they can't bring themselves to do so.
As the song continues, the singer reflects on the passage of time, mentioning it's been a while since they first got involved with this person. They express that this individual has a unique ability to make them feel introspective and nostalgic, as if they are transported back to a specific time or feeling, referenced metaphorically as "Making me feel so September."
The repetition of the lines, "Sometimes I wanna run and I do. But every time I run, it's back to you," implies that the singer has attempted to distance themselves from their partner in the past but consistently ends up being drawn back into the relationship.
The closing verses suggest that despite the turmoil and the realization that they should let go, there are still a few more reasons why the singer should stay. They hint at a complicated attachment, stating, "Probably love the same old way we always do. But that's okay, and I still got a few more reasons why I should stay."
Overall, "Reasons" explores the contradictory emotions and internal struggle that arises when someone recognizes they should leave a relationship but finds it difficult to do so because of the deep connection they feel. The lyrics capture the complex dynamics and indecisiveness that can exist in relationships, and the singer's uncertainty about whether to stay or go.
Line by Line Meaning
You thought that it was I they want
You mistakenly believed that you were the one they desired
I can't handle you out of the blue
I am unable to deal with your sudden presence
And I know I should have known
I am aware that I should have been aware
But I just can't help myself
But I am unable to resist my own impulses
Sometimes I wanna run and I do
At times, I desire to escape and I do
But every time I run, it's back to you
Yet every time I try to leave, I find myself returning to you
Reasons, reasons so many, so
Numerous justifications, countless explanations
Reasons, reasons why I should go
Motives, rationale for why I should depart
But I don't know why, I don't
Yet, I am unaware of the specific reasons
It's been a little while
It has been a short period of time
Jeez, so long I can't even remember, wow
Actually, it has been so lengthy that I struggle to recall, astonishing
But you just got this way of
Yet you possess this manner of
Making me feel so September
Eliciting a September-like sentiment within me
Reasons, reasons so many, so
Numerous justifications, countless explanations
Reasons, reasons why I should go
Motives, rationale for why I should depart
And I don't know why, I don't know
Although, I remain uncertain about the exact reasons
Reasons, reasons so many, so
Numerous justifications, countless explanations
Reasons why I should go
Rationale for why I should depart
Why I should have known but I don't want to
Why I ought to have realized, although I choose not to
Probably love the same old way we always do
Most likely, we continue to adore each other in our familiar manner
But that's okay and I still got a few more
But that is acceptable, and I still possess a few additional
Still got a few more
Still hold a handful more
Reasons why I should stay
Justifications for why I should remain
And I don't know why, I don't know
Although, I remain uncertain about the exact reasons
I don't ever know
I never truly comprehend
So, so many reasons why I, I should go, I
Indeed, an abundance of justifications for why I should depart
I should have known but I don't want to, to
I should have realized, but I choose not to
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@MrEmilioGE
thats the future… personality good music good lyrics
@SR120
i like her
@jchuang3
OK I just noticed something freaky ... Lelia writes left-handed, yet plays guitar right-handed. That's pretty weird. I play guitar ... I can't imagine finger picking with my non-dominant hand.