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.
Wolves Are At My Door
Lelia Broussard Lyrics
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I got a blind eye
A hole inside my heart
I don't feel it
Come on. Come on. Come on.
You make it ugly
Come on come on come on
I swallow every word
A smile on my lips
I don't mean it
Come on come on come on
It's not easy
Come on come on come on
I will follow will bird to the sea to the deepest
I won't wait any longer with the carnivores
I want to leave it all behind
I won't look behind
I won't change my mind
Even if I have to go without you
You know you know you know
Wolves are at my door
I don't know where I belong
I don't know how to
Believe in nothing wrong
And breathe easy
You sound so sincere
When you want to
Something don't feel right
I don't believe you
Come on come on come on
It's not easy
Come on come on come on
I will follow will bird to the sea to the deepest
I won't wait any longer with the carnivores
I want to leave it all behind
I won't look behind
I won't change my mind
Even if I have to go without you
You know you know you know
Wolves are at my door
Tell everyone what they want to hear
You can't fool me
You got a icy tongue biting venom
You can't fool me
Don't you break your bones
You go on and on
You don't move me
You're a carnivore
Wolves at my door
Come on come on come on
Wolves at my door
(Come on come on come come on)
I will follow will birds to the sea to the deepest
I won't wait any longer with the carnivores
I want to leave it all behind
I won't look behind
I won't change my mind
Even if I have to go without you
You know you know you know
Wolves are at my door
In Lelia Broussard's song, "Wolves Are At My Door," the lyrics describe the singer's struggles with feeling lost, alone, and caught between conflicting emotions. The opening lines, "I'm staring in the sun, I got a blind eye, a hole inside my heart, I don't feel it," capture this sense of disorientation and numbness. Despite this, the singer is trapped in a toxic relationship, as exemplified in the lines, "Come on come on come on, you make it ugly, come on come on come on, I swallow every word." The use of repetition in these lines emphasizes the relentless, cyclical nature of the abuse the singer is experiencing.
Despite this, the singer decides to break free and leave the relationship behind, even if it means going alone. The lines, "I want to leave it all behind, I won't look behind, I won't change my mind, even if I have to go without you," mark a turning point in the song. The metaphor of wolves at the door finally becomes clear: the singer has been fighting to escape the clutches of a predator and must now do so with conviction and determination. The final lines, "I will follow will bird to the sea to the deepest, I won't wait any longer with the carnivores," echo the singer's newfound confidence and assertiveness.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm staring in the sun
I am looking towards the brightness of the future, despite knowing the potential pain and hardships it may bring.
I got a blind eye
I am turning a blind eye to the red flags and warning signs in my life, ignoring the inevitable consequences that will come.
A hole inside my heart
I am struggling with a deep emotional pain that is leaving me feeling incomplete and empty.
I don't feel it
I am numb to the emotions and sensations that I should be experiencing in response to my pain, unable to fully process or confront it.
Come on. Come on. Come on.
Despite my reservations and doubts, I am pushing myself to move forward and make changes in my life.
You make it ugly
The actions and words of others are causing strife and discord in my life, tainting the beauty that once existed.
I swallow every word
I am accepting the lies and false promises of others, causing me to become complicit in my own pain and suffering.
Like every stone ends
Just as every journey has an end, so too will my struggle come to a close, leaving me to face whatever lies beyond.
A smile on my lips
Despite my pain and fear, I am trying to put on a brave face and present a positive image to the world.
I don't mean it
My smile is forced and hollow, a facade to cover up the hurt that lies within me.
It's not easy
Despite my efforts to move forward, the road ahead is fraught with challenges and difficulties that will test me at every turn.
I will follow a bird to the sea to the deepest
I am willing to pursue my dreams and desires regardless of the obstacles that stand in my way, following them to the ends of the earth if necessary.
I won't wait any longer with the carnivores
I am done allowing the toxic and predatory people in my life to dictate my actions and emotions, ready to break free from their influence.
I want to leave it all behind
I am ready to let go of the pain, fear, and uncertainty that has been plaguing me, seeking a fresh start and a new beginning.
I won't look behind
I refuse to dwell on my past mistakes, mistakes of others, or the hardships that have brought me to this point, choosing to focus on the present and the future instead.
I won't change my mind
Once I have made up my mind and committed myself to a course of action, I will not waver or be swayed by the opinions of others.
Even if I have to go without you
I am prepared to leave behind those who do not support me or who are toxic to my emotional well-being, even if it means being alone.
You know you know you know
The danger and harm in my life is clear and evident to me, though it may be invisible to others.
Wolves are at my door
I am in a dangerous and precarious situation, surrounded by people or circumstances that seek to harm me or bring me down.
I don't know where I belong
I am feeling lost and adrift, unsure of where I should be or what I should be doing in life.
I don't know how to believe in nothing wrong
Despite my desire for a better life, I struggle to believe that true happiness and fulfillment is possible, having been conditioned to believe that something must always go wrong.
And breathe easy
I long for a sense of calm and peace in my life, away from the turmoil and chaos that has been weighing me down.
You sound so sincere
Despite my doubts and suspicions, the words and promises of others sound genuine and convincing to me, making it hard to see their true intentions.
When you want to something don't feel right
Even when things appear to be going well, I have a nagging feeling that something is off or not as it seems, causing me to question myself and others.
I don't believe you
I have stopped trusting the people around me, having been let down or hurt too many times in the past.
You can't fool me
Despite their best efforts to manipulate or deceive me, I see through the facade of others and remain true to my own beliefs and values.
You got an icy tongue biting venom
The words and actions of others are laced with poisonous intent, causing harm and destruction wherever they go.
Don't you break your bones
I am warning others not to push themselves too hard or sacrifice their own well-being for the benefit of others, knowing the toll it can take on them.
You go on and on
Some people never learn, continuing to repeat the same destructive patterns and behaviors over and over again despite the harm they cause.
You're a carnivore
There are those who seek to prey on others and devour them for their own gain, showing no remorse or empathy for the damage they cause.
Wolves at my door
The danger and threat in my life continues to loom large, reminding me that I must remain vigilant and protective of myself at all times.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., TUNECORE INC
Written by: LELIA ELIZABETH BROUSSARD, DAN ROMER
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