Accompanying Nils on his musical journey is a contemporary Who’s-Who of jazz and pop, including drummer Steve Ferrone (George Harrison, Eric Clapton, Average White Band), bassist Abe Laboriel (Herbie Hancock, Dionne Warwick, Ray Charles), percussionist Alex Acuna (Wayne Shorter, Rickie Lee Jones, Tracy Chapman), guitarist Paul Jackson, Jr. (Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston, Madonna), saxophonist Gerald Albright (Anita Baker, Whitney Houston), and singer Siedah Garrett (Michael Jackson, Aretha Franklin, Quincy Jones).
NILS changed his vocation from session guitarist ( Temptations, George Benson, Rick Braun) to recording artist in 2005 when his self produced hit song PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY from the same titled CD became one of the biggest hits of the Contemporary Jazz genre. The song stayed 7 weeks number one and put Nils name on top of the list having the most played song of 2005 ahead of Dave Koz, Boney James and Kenny G. Following up with a second number one hit " Summer Nights" Nils ensured his position in the Genre. His 2007 follow up CD "Ready To Play" produced another hit song Cat Nap. His newest offering "Up Close and Personal" was released in March 2009.
As a Producer Nils created music for TV ( Weeds - Showtime, Undeclared - Fox, Film Independent Spirit Awards - IFC) He produced his own CDs (Pacific Coast Highway, Ready To Play and Up Close And Personal) as well as as Transmuteo and Journey to Eden for Violinist DOV on Lovestar records. He also produced the forthcoming CD of AC/Pop/ R&B group Gravity180 in collaboration with Eddie Brown.
My Girl
Nils Lyrics
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When it's cold outside I've got the month of May
I guess you'd say
What can make me feel this way?
My girl (my girl, my girl)
Talkin' 'bout my girl (my girl)
I've got so much honey the bees envy me
I guess you'd say
What can make me feel this way?
My girl (my girl, my girl)
Talkin' 'bout my girl (my girl)
Hey hey hey
Hey hey hey
Ooh
I don't need no money, fortune, or fame
I've got all the riches baby one man can claim
I guess you'd say
What can make me feel this way?
My girl (my girl, my girl)
Talkin' 'bout my girl (my girl)
I've got sunshine on a cloudy day
With my girl
I've even got the month of May
With my girl
Nils's song "My Girl" is a charming ode to a romantic partner who makes him feel incredible. The song begins with the line "I've got sunshine on a cloudy day," an immediate nod to the positive effect his girl has on him. Even in the toughest of times, she can light up his life with her presence. The lyrics continue to describe how much love Nils has for his partner, comparing his happiness to the month of May, a time of year often associated with new beginnings and happiness.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "my girl" several times, emphasizing the importance of this person in Nils's life. The second verse explains that Nils has so much love and happiness that he doesn't need materialistic things like money or fame. He feels that his relationship is the most valuable thing in the world, abundantly overflowing with riches. The final lyrics of the song conclude with a repetition of the first verse, emphasizing that his girl brings sunshine even on a cloudy day.
Overall, "My Girl" is a delightful tribute to the power of love, specifically the love Nils feels for his romantic partner. The song highlights the way that love can make even the toughest times brighter and more beautiful.
Line by Line Meaning
I've got sunshine on a cloudy day
Even when it's not the best of times, my girl brings light and warmth to my life.
When it's cold outside I've got the month of May
Even when the world can be cruel, my girl is a source of comfort and happiness.
I guess you'd say
These feelings are hard to put into words, but they run deep.
What can make me feel this way?
There's no one thing that I attribute it to, but my girl puts a smile on my face and joy in my heart.
My girl (my girl, my girl)
I can't help but sing her praises, she is the one who has captured my heart.
Talkin' 'bout my girl (my girl)
She's always on my mind and I love talking about her.
I've got so much honey the bees envy me
I have an abundance of love and sweetness in my life because of my girl.
I've got a sweeter song than the birds in the trees
Even nature can't compete with the song my heart sings for my girl.
Hey hey hey
My love for my girl makes me feel alive and excited.
Ooh
I am overwhelmed with emotion and joy when I think about my girl.
I don't need no money, fortune, or fame
As long as I have my girl by my side, I'm content with the simple things in life.
I've got all the riches baby one man can claim
My girl's love is my greatest treasure and the only riches I need in life.
With my girl
Life is better with my girl by my side, through the good times and bad.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Ronald White, William Robinson Jr.
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@CaresinVerse
If ever a pair of dancers were perfect for each other it is Nils and Bianca. You both are wonderful together! Good choreography and highly entertaining! Always a pleasure to see you two work your magic on the dance floor.
@dos-fslady3140
Nils laughed when Bianca stepped on him toward the end. I never get tired of watching these two. Pure brilliant creativity and joy.
@katelinkins4202
These two are pure magic....
@elizabethdoran7626
Pure magic,and sooooo much joy
@carmensantos2201
Great
@sufenta67
Good catch on the toe step. I missed it the first time.
@Olhamo
that was such a sweet moment.
@verreal
Nils and Bianca are a spot of warmth in the middle of the winter.
@patriciaapetrone
They just keep getting better and better! My cheeks hurt from smiling so much when they dance.
@snowysnowyriver
I've watched maybe hundreds of vids of Nils and Bianca and that has to be the first time I've noticed one stepping on the other's foot. Bless Bianca....there has to be a first time for everything. 😊 So cute how Nils laughed about it. They are such incredible dancers and so wonderful together.