Mark Played the leading role of Tony in the musical Copa Cabana, Lead Dancer in the UK National Tour of the Spanish Musical Maria de Buenos Aires, Performer at the London Palladium, Musician and Understudy Ritchie Valens and Jerry Allison, in the UK National Tour of The Buddy Holly Musical. Mark had his first guitar at the age of four, at the age of 12, began to study his instrument and found his Passion for writing and singing his own music. Mark also plays Drums and Bass.
Along side his Best friend (Derek Hough) Together they formed The Band Almost Amy. Marks true passion lies with the band. The music is Acoustic/Pop/Rock/Soul. With catchy melodies and harmonies, Funky guitar riffs with a pop/flamenco/jazzy feel good vibe. The band later became The Ballas Hough Band.
(From http://www.markballas.com/bio.html)
Pretty
Mark Ballas Lyrics
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Come a little closer, darlin there's no need for you to be shy
So turn the lights down low,
Ooo I know you like it like that,
We can take, take it slow,
Ooo ya know that I love it like that
Any man is crazy if he don't wanna be with you all night
Ooo, yes I know, yes I know that you're so damn beautiful
Ooo, yes I know, yes I know that you're so damn pretty baby
You got it all, you got it all
Oh baby girl, tell me what you've got on your mind, baby
Don't say nothing, tell me everything with your eyes, babe
So tell me now, I gotta know,
Ooo and if you like it like that,
We roll around on the floor,
Well you know that I love it like that
Any time you need me, girl, believe me I'll be there by your side
All night
Ooo, yes I know, yes I know that you're so damn pretty baby
Ooo, yes I know, yes I know that you're so damn beautiful
Ooo, yes I know, yes I know that you're so damn pretty baby
You got it all, you got it all
And you know it, you know it, yeah
Ooo, yes I know, yes I know that you're so damn pretty baby
Ooo, yes I know, yes I know that you're so damn beautiful
Ooo, yes I know, yes I know that you're so damn pretty baby
You got it all, you got it all
Ooo, yes I know, yes I know that you're so damn pretty baby
Ooo, yes I know, yes I know that you're so damn beautiful
Ooo, yes I know, yes I know that you're so damn pretty baby
You got it all, you got it all
In Mark Ballas's song "Pretty," the singer addresses a woman whom he finds incredibly attractive. The song is full of romantic yearning and the urging of the woman to reveal her feelings to him. The singer invites the woman to get closer to him and to turn off the lights in order to set the mood. He tells her that he loves it when they take things slowly and that any man would be crazy not to want to be with her all night.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "yes I know that you're so damn pretty baby" several times, emphasizing the singer's infatuation with the woman. The singer also tells the woman that he knows she is beautiful, and that she "got it all." He encourages her to share her thoughts with him and tells her that he will always be by her side.
Overall, "Pretty" is a simple yet powerful declaration of love and attraction. The singer's admiration for the woman is evident throughout the song, and he makes it clear that he will do anything to be with her.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh pretty girl, tell me that you want me tonight
The singer desires the attention and affection of the addressed woman, and invites her to show her interest.
Come a little closer, darlin there's no need for you to be shy
The singer encourages the addressed woman to disregard her inhibitions and approach him.
So turn the lights down low
The singer suggests setting a romantic atmosphere by dimming the lights.
Ooo I know you like it like that,
The artist assumes that the addressed woman prefers a certain level of lighting in intimate situations.
We can take, take it slow,
The artist proposes a measured and gradual pace in their interaction.
Ooo ya know that I love it like that
The singer expresses enthusiasm for the proposed arrangement, which aligns with his preferences.
Any man is crazy if he don't wanna be with you all night
The singer declares the universal desirability of the addressed woman's company for an extended period of time.
Oh baby girl, tell me what you've got on your mind, baby
The artist asks the addressed woman to communicate her thoughts and feelings to him.
Don't say nothing, tell me everything with your eyes, babe
The artist invites the addressed woman to use nonverbal cues to convey her message.
So tell me now, I gotta know,
The artist expresses a sense of urgency and insistence on receiving information from the addressed woman.
Ooo and if you like it like that,
The singer proposes to cater to the addressed woman's preferences and desires.
We roll around on the floor,
The artist suggests a playful and physical form of interaction with the addressed woman.
Well you know that I love it like that
The singer confirms his enjoyment of the interaction style he suggests.
Any time you need me, girl, believe me I'll be there by your side
The singer promises to be available and supportive to the addressed woman whenever she requires his presence.
Ooo, yes I know, yes I know that you're so damn pretty baby
The singer reaffirms his perception of the addressed woman as being very attractive.
Ooo, yes I know, yes I know that you're so damn beautiful
The artist reiterates his belief in the addressed woman's exceptional physical appeal.
You got it all, you got it all
The artist acknowledges the addressed woman as possessing a range of qualities that make her desirable.
And you know it, you know it, yeah
The singer suggests that the addressed woman is aware of her own positive attributes.
Contributed by Elena E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Erin Corrigal
OMG Cant get enough of listening to your voice!!Im a big fan of DWTS and now am a big fan of your singing!WTG mark...you have an amazing voice!!
chrisandalec
Okay, this track is simply amazing :) Much Love, Chris in Indy
Heather Outwater
I listen to this when I'm trying to go to sleep, and I just marvel. <3.
Nicole Frasca
i love his hurtlovebox album
Maria
still a bop....anyone else still here??
Yolanda VegA
Love ur music Marc.. Awesome.. It was Bristol that made you catch my eye. Ur cute together..
Miriam’s Dictionary
@songbirdphoenix i know what you mean! i was changing channels and then i saw mark and bristol dancing el paso doble and after that i started to watch the show!
Rosemary Camp
911 percent Gregory cecere has been too good too Phone call me time Phone you have time to love you too baby boy Ryan Phone call me time
Tracie Horrell
@BlueberryGleek told you he was cute :)