Nee-hi began his artistic journey at the early age of 11, taking things much more seriously into his mid teens and focusing fully on forming a career from then. From the age of 12 he was active in grime sets and ciphers where he would learn his trade. After constant practice and writing, at 14 years of age, Nee-hi became part of a crew known as โEar to the Streetโ. The crew worked independently to record and put out a mix tape and a DVD which featured โRoll Deepโ. They worked extremely hard together to get recognised and to gain the interest of people in the Ipswich area. They soon proved they were the best, when E2DS won a โDJ cup clashโ competition which involved a number of Ipswichโs local talents.
As his music began to progress, Nee-hi brought out an independent mix tape called โThe Story Bookโ which centred around creatively conveying stories through lyrics. This idea derived from the Slick Rick album, โThe Art of Storytellingโ. Nee-hi has always been a fan of the Hip-Hop renaissance of the late 1980's and has been largely influenced by groups such as: The Natives Tongues Posse, Rakim and Krs-One.
His most recent E.P is โThe Deloreanโ has had an extremely positive response. Drawing inspiration from 80's cult classic movie โBack to the Futureโ, it focused on the idea of โtime travelling through musicโ so every song corresponds to a different point in time and draws its style from the Zeitgeist of that era. This is typical of the experimentation and imagination Nee-hi attempts to bring to his music.
At present Nee-Hi has been working almost constantly with Danny C from Aim Records and has completed the recording of his new L.P 'Houston we have an L.P' which is due out in November for FREE download and CD.
Nee-Hi started working with Danny C in mid July of 2010 and a couple of months after that had a new L.P completed featuring collaborations with local Ipswich artists but also P-Money and Sketchman who he is in talks with, about shooting videos for the separate tracks they feature on. Nee-Hi has already got a few starting tracks of another project. He has also shot two videos with Jacuzzi Films who are responsible for shooting videos for artists such as Devlin, Fugative, JMC and more.
Despite being a music artist, Nee-hi has shown he also has talent with writing in other areas. He has written a number of poems and performed these to audiences across the country, in places such as Ipswich, Norwich, Diss, Bedford and Manchester. His experience in poetry has enabled him to better understand the complexity of being a lyricist and helped shape the intricate wordplay apparent in his latest work.
Open Eyes
Nee-Hi Lyrics
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Can it be true I'm holding you close to my heart
With my eyes wide open, I'm dreaming
You're with me now, sharing a vow, never to part
I'm so afraid to close my eyes
Afraid that I'll find
That this lovely thrillIs just a silly illusion
With my eyes wide open, I'm dreaming
Darling, do I deserve such a break
Pinch me to prove I'm awake
I can't believe that you're really mine
I'm so afraid to close my eyes
Afraid that I'll find
That this lovely thrill
Is just a silly illusion
With my eyes wide open, I'm dreaming
Darling, do I deserve such a break
Pinch me to prove I'm awake
I can't believe that you're really mine
In Nee-Hi's song "Open Eyes," the lyrics tell a powerful and emotional story of disbelief and overwhelming joy. The singer expresses their amazement and gratitude for what seems like an impossible dream coming true. The repetition of the phrase "With my eyes wide open, I'm dreaming" highlights the surreal and miraculous nature of the moment when the singer realizes they are holding someone close to their heart.
The singer is hesitant to close their eyes, fearing that the beautiful experience they are living is too good to be true. This fear stems from a place of vulnerability and a reluctance to lose the enchanting feeling that comes with having their dreams come alive in reality. The line "Afraid that I'll find, That this lovely thrill, Is just a silly illusion" captures the singer's inner conflict between wanting to believe in the magic of the moment and fearing it may all be a fleeting fantasy.
As the singer continues to express their disbelief and awe at the situation, they question whether they truly deserve such happiness and love. The plea to be pinched to confirm they are awake underscores the singer's need for reassurance and validation that this newfound happiness is real. The lyrics convey a sense of gratitude and wonder at the possibility that someone so special and beloved could truly be in their life.
The closing lines of the song bring the themes of disbelief and overwhelming joy full circle, as the singer marvels at the reality of having the person they love by their side. The repetition of the phrase "I can't believe that you're really mine" emphasizes the singer's astonishment and gratitude at finding and holding on to a love they never thought possible. The song's emotional depth and vulnerability resonate with listeners who have experienced the thrill of having their dreams come true against all odds.
Line by Line Meaning
With my eyes wide open, I'm dreaming
Despite being fully aware, I am still in a dreamlike state.
Can it be true I'm holding you close to my heart
Is it possible that I have you so close to me?
You're with me now, sharing a vow, never to part
You are by my side, making a promise that we will never separate.
I'm so afraid to close my eyes
I fear closing my eyes because I am scared of what I may discover.
Afraid that I'll find
I am scared that I will uncover something unsettling.
That this lovely thrill
This delightful excitement
Is just a silly illusion
Might just be a foolish fantasy.
Darling, do I deserve such a break
My love, am I worthy of such good fortune?
Pinch me to prove I'm awake
Please pinch me to confirm that I am truly conscious.
I can't believe that you're really mine
It is hard for me to accept that you belong to me.
Lyrics ยฉ BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Royalty Network, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: HARRY REVEL, MACK GORDON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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@kingporter67
Super magnificent 1968 Open My Eyes song by The Nazz!!
@andytaylor5476
Oh Yes! The Wizard Todd!
@hiroehayes593
Thanx for all the re-done classic videos. Can't get enough of them ! ๐
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@geraldlogue7620
Bassist Carson Van Osten was named a Disney Legend in 2015.
@sherriffofhongkong
Great song .. the second album
Nazz Nazz is my fave ...
@hoctor
Open My Eyes was NOT produced by TODD it was technically its on the single Michael Friedman who worked for A Grossman also OME is on the first LP
@scottmcwave9479
Bought this album when it first came out! I love that song!
@bobzwol
Great one, Sammy! I don't recall this tune being on AM Radio... Great job!! Todd Rundgren's 1st band! What a hoot! I met Todd at a video software conference in the late 80's in Pasadena where he was promoting one of the very 1st special effects offerings called "Video Toaster". I could have talked with him for hours. Quite an amazing gent! To think we went from "It's My Party and I'll Cry If I Want To" to "Open My Eyes" in just over 4 years.