Henry’s voice “aims for the emotional center” as she commands and captures the complete attention of the audience, telling real stories while also bringing a sense of ‘joie de vivre.’ She’s performed at the Rainbow Room with the Cab Calloway Orchestra, and the Lincoln Center with the Juilliard Jazz Octet; at jazz festivals including the 2006 Air Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival; for the Manchester Craftsmen’s Guild in Pittsburgh; at jazz clubs such as The Dakota in Minneapolis and Arturo Sandoval’s Jazz Club in Miami; throughout central Mexico with her tribute concert to Billie Holiday; for senators and congressional representatives at the Democratic National Convention and the Congressional Black Caucus; at numerous private engagements and fundraisers; and for charitable causes benefiting Arts Education and AIDS awareness with organizations such as: AIDS Alliance, the National Gay & Lesbian Task Force, I Have a Dream Foundation, and the Black AIDS Organization; and she often acts as a guest speaker for school children. She’s also performed in Korea, Japan, Mexico and London and been interviewed, highly reviewed, and mentioned by such media as Swing Journal, Prairie Home Companion, jazzreview.com, Sirius Satellite Radio, DownBeat, All About Jazz, XM Satellite Radio, L.A. Jazz Scene and more. She’s shared the stage with music legends such as Isaac Hayes, Kenny Werner, Jennifer Holliday, Sammy Figueroa, Johnny O'Neal, Nicholas Peyton, Eric Alexander, Joan Osborne, Roberta Flack and Tom Scott to name a few. As Swing Journal stated, "...Nicole sings with such power and emotion. She has a big future ahead of her." In her recordings, and during any of her live performances, you feel that power and you feel that emotion that emerges sincerely from her heart.
Also an actress and spokesperson, Nicole is the host and producer of the music segment of Miami’s PBS show ‘ArtStreet’ on WLRN-TV. As a lead, her acting skills have been featured on national television campaigns for Verizon Wireless, Amtrak, McDonald's, Air Jamaica, Rite Aid Pharmacies, Hershey's Swoops, Sears Optical and others.
Creating fans immediately, this world-class performer's presence, classic elegance, infectious energy, sexy appeal, and honest interpretations make for a truly moving experience. Poised to impact international audiences, Nicole Henry will touch you and tell a story like none other...
I Found You
Nicole Henry Lyrics
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Don't leave me wondering if your gonna stay
I have risen, out from under this pain
Seems we¹ve been given the chance to love again
Now that I found you, don't you lose your way
Now That I Found You, Please don't run away
I can hold you when your spirit fades
Yours is the kind of life I could breathe each day
Yours is the kind of heart I've looked for everywhere
Now that I found you, don't you lose your way
Now that I found you, please don't run away
Oh in the morning
I would love to say your name
In the nighttime, see you again
Well I could be wrong,
But I think it could be great
Great...
Now that I found you, please don't go away
Don't leave me wonderin' if your gonna stay
Love is seldom perfect, and it's given to change
I'd be glad if you'd take my hand, and try love once again
I'd be glad if you'd take my hand, and try love
Now that I found you, don't you lose your way
Now that I found you, please don't run away.
The lyrics of Nicole Henry’s “I Found You” express the singer’s feeling of finally finding love and the fear of losing it all over again. The lines “now that I found you, please don’t go away” and “please don’t run away” reveal the fear of rejection and the hope that the love will stay. The lyrics tell a story about a person who has finally risen from the pain of past relationships and finds solace in the love of another. The singer expresses a willingness to love in their own way, to hold the other person when their spirit fades, and to appreciate their partner's qualities. The lyrics show a deep appreciation for the connection between the two and the importance of not losing that.
Towards the end of the song, the singer becomes even more vulnerable, expressing a desire to say their partner's name in the morning and see them again at night. They admit that love is not perfect and subject to change but also willing to take a chance on it again. The lyrics beautifully convey the idea of finding love is not just about the thrilling, exciting moments, but also about the trust, vulnerability, and commitment involved in maintaining it.
Line by Line Meaning
Now that I found you, please don't go away
I finally found you, and I want you to stay with me.
Don't leave me wondering if you're gonna stay
I need you to make a commitment to me and not leave me in doubt.
I have risen, out from under this pain
I have overcome the pain of past relationships and I'm ready to love again.
Seems we've been given the chance to love again
Our meeting was fate, and we have another opportunity to experience love.
Now that I found you, don't you lose your way
I found you and want you to stick around.
I can love you in my quiet way
I express my love in a gentle, subtle manner.
I can hold you when your spirit fades
I'll be there to support you when you feel down.
Yours is the kind of life I could breathe each day
I could incorporate your lifestyle into mine just to be around you daily.
Yours is the kind of heart I've looked for everywhere
I've always been looking for someone with a heart like yours.
Oh in the morning, I would love to say your name
I want to wake up next to you and say your name every day.
In the nighttime, see you again
I want to be with you all the time, including at night.
Well I could be wrong, but I think it could be great
I might be a little uncertain, but I think being together would be amazing.
Love is seldom perfect, and it's given to change
Relationships are not always ideal but can evolve or endure with care and effort.
I'd be glad if you'd take my hand, and try love once again
I'm willing to take a risk and try love again if you are.
I'd be glad if you'd take my hand, and try love
I want to be with you and experience love together.
Now that I found you, please don't run away
I found you, and I don't want you to leave me.
Writer(s): k.j. denhert
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