Born & raised in Nashville TN, Levi Hummon naturally has songwriting in his… Read Full Bio ↴Born & raised in Nashville TN, Levi Hummon naturally has songwriting in his blood. Originally expressing his talent via visual art, Levi took an early interest in painting, which he studied at college in St. Petersburg, FL. It was in St. Pete that Levi’s musical talents first revealed themselves. At the close of a significant relationship, he was drawn to writing songs – songs of his life and relationships. It wasn’t long before Levi realized his need to move back home to cultivate his songwriting craft; so back to Nashville he went.

Levi began to make his imprint on the Nashville community through regular co-writes with his father, Marcus Hummon (Grammy Award winning songwriter), and a regular rotation of writers who would join them. Levi loved relating to a listener through the stories he could craft. It wasn’t long before word spread of Levi’s talents, and he found himself writing with the greats such as 2014 ACM Songwriter of the Year Shane MacAnally, Andrew Dorff, Josh Osborne, Jonathan Singleton, Nathan Barlowe Brandy Clark, Trevor Rosen among others, and of course, Marcus Hummon. Learning to always bring in his own ideas and point of view to a writing session, Levi quickly streamlined his unique style. “You’re letting someone into your world which is really vulnerable,” says Levi. “I write from a reflective & personal place and ultimately I couldn’t see anyone else singing these songs.”

As a member of a multi-generational music family, Levi Hummon certainly appreciates his roots. While Levi is very much his own person & artist, he strongly values giving credit where it is due – and he finds himself fortunate to have his family be part of his journey. In addition to his father’s musical foundation, Levi draws inspiration from his mother, Becca Stevens, who founded the socially conscious & philanthropic organization, Thistle Farms (a residential program and social enterprise made up of women who have survived prostitution, trafficking, and addiction). This became a natural place for Levi to become involved where he further witnessed how music can provide a healing effect to those whom have suffered tremendously. “Thistle farms has always been a family to me,” says Levi. “There is so much knowledge to gain from spending time with the women. It makes me want to always forgive, never take anything for granted, and love everyone.”

Continuing to develop his personal sound, Levi found himself in great company while in Nashville. Marcus and Becca casually had their friend and Hall of Fame Songwriter, Desmond Child over for dinner, where Levi played a few songs. Desmond’s reaction was profound and immediate – he insisted on working with Levi. Soon after, Levi’s tune “Make it Love,” was featured in Child’s film, Two: The Story of Roman & Nero, which appeared on the short list of nominations for the Oscar’s “Best Original Song”. That was just the beginning for Levi. With overwhelming support from Nashville’s music community, Levi signed with Fletcher Foster’s new management and entertainment company, Iconic Entertainment Group.

Levi has recently signed with The Valory Music Co (Big Machine Record Label) artist roster, which includes Reba, Justin Moore, Brantley Gilbert, Thomas Rhett, The Mavericks & RaeLynn. “As our Country format ebbs and flows, it’s always so important from an A&R perspective to look past what’s happening now and make some moves on the future direction,” said BMLG President & CEO Scott Borchetta. “Levi’s unique vision and incredible artistry is exactly the kind of musical move we want to make now. This is a very significant artist signing.” Levi Hummon is currently writing and recording for his first full-length album.

Earthquake
Levi Hummon Lyrics

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Kinda thought I heard you laughing in this bar
Even if you were standing here its too damn dark 
To see, you looking at me, this sounds like our song
Someone turn it off 

And tell me why this heart break kinda feels like an earthquake 
Every time something reminds, me of you 
And why the hell does one drink always turn into more drinks   
Trying to numb the pain of what ya got me going through 
Girl my worlds shaking, from this mess you made, and won't ya  
Tell me why this heart break kinda feels like an earthquake 

Quit pointing fingers cause this aint my fault 
The fault lines between us make it difficult 
For me, to get over you,
For you to move on 
And start over too 

 
And tell me why this heart break kinda feels like an earthquake 
Every time something reminds, me of you 
And why the hell does one drink always turn into more drinks   
Trying to numb the pain of what ya got me going through 
Girl my worlds shaking, from this mess you made, and won't ya  
Tell me why this heart break kinda feels like an earthquake 

Tell me why this heartbreak
Kinda feels like an earthqauke

And tell me why this heart break kinda feels like an earthquake 
Every time something reminds, me of you 
And why the hell does one drink always turn into more drinks   
Trying to numb the pain of what ya got me going through 

Girl my worlds shaking, from this mess you made, and won't ya  
Tell me why this heart break kinda feels like an earthquake 

Overall Meaning

In Levi Hummon's song "Earthquake," the lyrics delve into the emotional aftermath of a breakup. The narrative suggests that the singer is in a bar, possibly drowning his sorrows, when he thinks he hears his ex-lover laughing. However, the darkness of the bar prevents him from confirming if she is actually there. The sound of a familiar song playing stirs up memories, emphasizing the connection between the song and their relationship, leading him to request for it to be turned off.

The chorus of the song expresses the intense impact of heartbreak, comparing it to an earthquake. Each time something reminds him of his ex, it feels like the ground shaking beneath him. The pain becomes so overwhelming that he attempts to numb it with alcohol, but the attempt usually results in consuming more drinks. These actions emphasize the desperation to escape the ache caused by the breakup.

The third verse suggests that the blame should not be solely placed on the singer but rather acknowledges the complex dynamics between the two individuals. The fault lines between them make it difficult for both parties to move on and start anew. The repetition of the chorus reinforces the emotional turmoil experienced by the singer, questioning why heartbreak feels like a seismic event.

Overall, "Earthquake" explores the aftermath of a breakup, depicting the profound impact it has on the singer's emotional well-being. The lyrics delve into the struggle to let go, the pain of being reminded of the past, and the attempt to cope with the heartache.

Line by Line Meaning

Kinda thought I heard you laughing in this bar
I had a faint hope that I would hear your joyful laughter in this dimly lit bar, but the darkness obscures any chance of that happening.

Even if you were standing here its too damn dark
Even if you were physically present in this bar, the darkness would still prevent me from seeing you clearly.

To see, you looking at me, this sounds like our song
I long to catch a glimpse of you, gazing at me with familiarity, as if this song playing in the background represents our connection.

Someone turn it off
Please, someone, turn off the song that stirs up these bittersweet memories and emotions.

And tell me why this heart break kinda feels like an earthquake
Explain to me the reason why this heartbreak reverberates inside me, causing tremors that shake my emotional stability.

Every time something reminds, me of you
Every instance where something triggers a reminder of you, the seismic waves of heartbreak intensify within me.

And why the hell does one drink always turn into more drinks
Why is it that whenever I try to drown the pain with one drink, it always escalates into consuming more, as if alcohol can numb the anguish?

Trying to numb the pain of what ya got me going through
In my attempt to numb the intense pain caused by what you've put me through, I resort to using alcohol as a temporary escape.

Girl my worlds shaking, from this mess you made, and won't ya
My entire world has been thrown into tumultuous motion because of the chaos and damage you've caused, and I implore you to acknowledge it.

Quit pointing fingers cause this aint my fault
Stop blaming me for the situation we're in, as the fault lies between us and it's not solely my responsibility.

The fault lines between us make it difficult
The fractures and tensions in our relationship create a challenging and arduous path towards healing and moving on.

For me, to get over you
It is proving to be a struggle for me to let go of my feelings for you and move past this heartbreak.

For you to move on
It is equally challenging for you to progress and find closure, as we both face obstacles on our individual paths of healing.

And start over too
We both yearn to embark on a fresh start, but the lingering effects of our broken relationship hinder our ability to do so.

Tell me why this heartbreak
Please provide an explanation for the overwhelming pain and sorrow I am experiencing due to this heartbreak.

Kinda feels like an earthquake
It feels as though this heartbreak is causing seismic disturbances within me, shaking the very foundation of my emotional state.

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CAMERON BEDELL, LEVI HUMMON, PHILIP BARTON

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