Lukas first ventured onto the music scene with two Canadian bands, Cleavage (1995-2005) and Rise Electric (2005-2006), which helped prepare him for what was to come. He entered and won the competition television show Rock Star: Supernova (2006) which earned him front man status with Tommy Lee (Motley Crue), Jason Newsted (Metallica), and Gilby Clark (Guns N' Roses). Their band Rock Star Supernova completed an album and a world tour of the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
Following the tour, Lukas returned to Los Angeles and began writing and recording new music. The Love and Lust EP (June 2007) was released and he completed the solo acoustic Love and Lust Tour, making over two dozen stops throughout the United States and Canada. The new material was well-received by fans, and the band Stars Down was born (2008-present). After touring with his new band, Lukas began playing local gigs at such southern California hot spots as The Roxy, The Key Club, The Mint, and Viper Room.
The year 2010 kicked off with a mini East Coast tour and Lukas working on his first full length album. Hollywood was released (July 2010) and debuted live at West Hollywood’s famous Viper Room. The all acoustic Hollywood Stripped followed (August 2010). After moving to Nashville, in addition to local and out-of-town gigs, he wrote, recorded, produced, and released six additional recordings. The first three were Seed EP (December 2010), Story Teller (January 2011), and Super, Sex, Magic (February 2011). He also co-wrote, provided vocals, and recorded several music videos for a side-project, Switchblade Glory (April 2011). Lukas released Prophecy (November 2011) and Christmas Collection (December 2011) to complete a very busy year. But he wasn’t finished, releasing the album 8 Days (April 2012) soon after.
Lukas has appeared on many media outlets, including performing live at the 2006 Gemini awards, the CBS television series Rock Star: Supernova (18 million viewers worldwide), Ellen, Regis & Kelly, The Jimmy Kimmel Show, Entertainment Tonight, The Howard Stern Show, and ET Canada.
In addition to his vocal talent, Lukas plays multiple instruments, is a songwriter, producer, actor, and vocal instructor. He currently resides with his wife Kendra in Nashville, Tennessee.
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Hello
Lukas Rossi Lyrics
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It′s me
I was wondering if after all these years
You'd like to meet,
To go over
Everything
They say that time′s supposed to heal ya
Hello, can you hear me?
I'm in California dreaming about who we used to be
When we were younger
And free
I′ve forgotten how it felt before the world fell at our feet
There′s such a difference
Between us
And a million miles
Hello from the other side
I must've called a thousand times
To tell you I′m sorry
For everything that I've done
But when I call you never
Seem to be home
Hello from the outside
At least I can say that I′ve tried
To tell you I'm sorry
For breaking your heart
But it don′t matter,
It clearly doesn't tear you apart anymore
Hello
How are you?
It's so typical of me to talk about myself
I′m sorry
I hope
That you′re well
Did you ever make it out of that town
Where nothing ever happened?
It's no secret
That the both of us are running out of time
Hello from the other side
I must′ve called a thousand times
To tell you I'm sorry
For everything that I′ve done
But when I call you never seem to be home
Hello from the outside
At least I can say that I've tried
To tell you I′m sorry
For breaking your heart
But it don't matter,
It clearly doesn't tear you apart anymore
Ooooohh, anymore
Ooooohh, anymore
Ooooohh, anymore
Anymore
Hello from the other side
I must′ve called a thousand times
To tell you I′m sorry
For everything that I've done
But when I call you never seem to be home
Hello from the outside
At least I can say that I′ve tried
To tell you I'm sorry
For breaking your heart
But it don′t matter, it clearly doesn't tear you apart anymore
The lyrics to Lukas Rossi's song "Hello" depict the singer attempting to reconnect with a past love who he has wronged in some way. Opening with the famous line, "Hello, it's me," the song immediately conveys a sense of longing and regret. The singer wonders if his past love still thinks of him and is willing to meet and reconcile. He acknowledges that time is supposed to heal wounds, but he still feels raw and emotional about the situation.
The chorus of the song adds a layer of complexity, showing that the singer has been trying to reach out to his past love numerous times over the years, but she never seems to be home. The line "Hello from the other side" implies that the singer feels as though he is on the outside still trying to connect with her. The singer is apologetic, stating that he must have called a thousand times to ask for forgiveness, but it seems that his past love has moved on, and the things that he did no longer "tear [her] apart anymore."
The song's bridge shows a moment of vulnerability, with the singer wondering if his past love has moved on and left their hometown, where nothing ever seems to happen. The lyric "I'm sorry" is repeated in the bridge, highlighting the singer's regret and the weight he carries from what he has done. Overall, the lyrics to "Hello" paint a picture of a lost love, regret, and the longing to make things right again.
Line by Line Meaning
Hello
The singer is saying hello as a way to initiate conversation.
It's me
The singer is identifying themselves to the person they are trying to contact.
I was wondering if after all these years you'd like to meet, to go over everything
The singer is asking the person if they would be willing to meet up and discuss their past experiences.
They say that time's supposed to heal ya, but I ain't done much healing
The singer acknowledges that time is supposed to make things better but it hasn't helped them in their personal healing process.
Hello, can you hear me? I'm in California dreaming about who we used to be
The singer is trying to make contact and express their desire to reconnect with the person. They reminisce about their past memories.
When we were younger and free
The singer is remembering a time when both they and the person were young and had no responsibilities to tie them down.
I've forgotten how it felt before the world fell at our feet
The singer feels nostalgic and has fond memories of a time before responsibilities took over.
There's such a difference between us and a million miles
The singer feels distance between them and the person due to their physical location and emotional differences.
Hello from the other side, I must've called a thousand times to tell you I'm sorry for everything that I've done
The singer has tried to contact the person multiple times to apologize for any mistakes they may have made and to express their regret.
But when I call you never seem to be home
The person is unavailable or not answering the singer's attempts to contact them.
Hello from the outside, at least I can say that I've tried to tell you I'm sorry for breaking your heart
The singer addresses the fact that they know they may have hurt the person in the past and wants to apologize to clear the air.
But it don't matter, it clearly doesn't tear you apart anymore
The singer has come to terms with the fact that the person has moved on from the hurt they may have caused, showing that the singer may still have unresolved feelings.
How are you? It's so typical of me to talk about myself, I'm sorry
The singer asks how the other person is doing and acknowledges that they often bring the conversation back to themselves without meaning to.
I hope that you're well, did you ever make it out of that town where nothing ever happened?
The singer hopes that the other person has been doing well and asks if they have been able to leave their hometown, which may not have been an exciting place to live.
It's no secret that the both of us are running out of time
The singer acknowledges the fact that they and the other person are growing older and have limited time to reconcile their past differences.
Ooooohh, anymore
This is the chorus that repeats multiple times at the end of the song, emphasizing the message that the singer has come to terms with the fact that the other person has moved on from their hurt.
Writer(s): Kurstin Gregory Allen, Adkins Adele Laurie Blue
Contributed by Isaac V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Cristina Leo
Honestly you killed this one! I am loving this version way better then the original! Something about this just gives me chills
Robbi Galahan
Same! Chills!
Jason Beson
I always say THIS is how this song should have been released!
It is what it is!
This song still gives me the chills and I sing so strongly alongside you you are amazing I have no idea why you’re not getting the views that you should be because this is extreme to a whole new level. ❤️
Allen McClenithan
Holy Shit, I came into this with average expectations and then all at once 1:01 I about had a stroke, that was the most INSANE vocal deliveries I have ever heard in my life. It was just so violent especially when you said " A-Thousand Times", that alone sounded like you were actually arguing with the love of your life and you were pouring your heart and soul out for her. So amazing, I seriously hope you keep this going in the future.
Robbi Galahan
Love this!!
Time to shine Sunshine
Its crazy how one person can sing this beautifully and this guy just makes it SO MUCH MORE With a hint of madness that makes it jaw dropping. Ok got to go play it again!!
Duke Jet
So true...
Donna
I NEVER get tired of listening to this amazing cover or watching this video! Still gives me chills same as it did the first time I encountered it. One love. ❤️
Joanne *!
Holy crap your voice is incredible!!! Absolutely love how you covered this!!!
Honestly I'm pretty sure Adele herself would be in love with this!!!