This phenomenal vocalist has a commercial sound that is instantly recognizable, and a style that is a seamless fusion of Soul, R&B and Jazz. Her voice is as distinctive as her look; this 6ft diva woos her listeners with unique and edgy song concepts, jazzy vocal tricks, and complex vocal harmonies.
Singing since she was 3 years old and writing songs since she was 9, Portia has a knack for lyrical prose that is nothing less than incredible. A prominent musical figure in Seattle, she built her local reputation through weekly performances at lounges and collaboration with other local artist. Her first single “Radio,” which became an instant hit on Hot Jams 88.9 FM. In addition to “Radio,” Portia has collaborated with Seattle’s hit music producer Illoquint, with tracks in partnership with the Los Angeles production duo “The Finisherz”, and Seattle’s own Kuddie Fresh.
Hit makers such as Rodney "Dark Child" Jerkins, soul singer Raheem Devaughn, mega producer's Midi Mafia, Vanessa Brown of Showtime at the Apollo, and the founder of International Record Label “Reel People Music” Oli Lazarus has personally acknowledged Portia’s skills. She has worked with industry producer Kyle West (Donnell Jones, LL Cool J, Tevin Campbell), been showcased as a Featured Artist on Houston’s “The Kitty Williams Show” (www.thekittywilliamsshow.fm), and has shared the stage with internationally known recording artist Choklate.
Portia has toured Southeast Asia, fulfilling here destiny., and is now close to completion of her debut album which is due to release the summer of 2014.
Influenced by artists Sade, Zap Mama and many more, this young woman has developed an eccentric yet universally appealing sound that cannot be replicated.
With plans to bring the passion of R&B into today’s Pop culture, her signature voice, style and look, will never cease to turn heads, perk ears, and captivate minds. The musical elite should stand poised to celebrate the captivating sound of dominant pop culture’s latest arrival, Portia Monique.
Grace
Portia Monique Lyrics
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Embedded deep inside
A desire to know you
With nowhere left to hide
I dont know how to say it
I just know that I need it
I can feel that you surround me with your love
To know that you are real
It feels so good, good
Knowing you are out there
Soundtrack to deny
You're very existance
I feel you're love?
Everywhere I go
I don't know how to say it
I just know that I feel it
You constantly surround me with your
Warm and seamless grace
And it feels so good, good
To know that you are real
It feels so good, good
Knowing you are out there
And it feels so good, good
To know that you are real
It feels so good, good
I feel you when I wake up every morning
And when i go to sleep at night
I feel you when I wake up every morning
And when i go to sleep at night
Feels so (good), feels so (good)
To know that you are real
It feels so (good), it feels so (good)
In Portia Monique's song "Grace," she conveys a deep and personal message through her lyrics. The verse "Feelings that I carry" showcases how she is holding onto emotions that are deeply embedded inside her. She desires to know something or someone but has nowhere left to hide. This suggests she attempts to hide her feelings, but struggling to contain them inside, she longs to express them. The phrase "I don't know how to say it, I just know that I need it" highlights her desire to have what she cannot verbalize.
The chorus emphasizes the emotions that she is feeling. She sings about her belief in something greater than herself and her understanding of its existence. Monique believes that this entity's presence is everywhere she goes, and it is constantly surrounding her with its love, which she refers to as "warm and seamless grace." She expresses her gratitude for this knowledge by repeatedly singing "it feels so good" and "knowing you are out there." This seems to suggest that the realization that there is a higher power has brought her comfort and joy.
Overall, "Grace" is a spiritual song that touches on Monique's personal journey to find peace and acceptance. Through its lyrics, we can sense her desire to connect with something greater than herself, and her faith in its existence brings her comfort and joy.
Line by Line Meaning
Feelings that I carry
There are emotions that I have and hold within me
Embedded deep inside
These emotions are rooted and entrenched within me
A desire to know you
I have a strong wish to become familiar with you
With nowhere left to hide
I have no more places to conceal or guard myself
I dont know how to say it
I am unsure of how to express it
I just know that I need it
However, I am certain that I require this
I can feel that you surround me with your love
I sense that you envelop me with your affection
And it feels so good, good
It is an amazing sensation
To know that you are real
To acknowledge that you exist is comforting and reassuring
Knowing you are out there
Realizing that you are present somewhere brings me contentment
Soundtrack to deny
Music that denies the existence of something
You're very existance
Your very existence
I feel you're love?
I sense your love and its presence
Everywhere I go
Whenever I travel
I don't know how to say it
I am still uncertain how to express it
I just know that I feel it
I am definite that I sense it
You constantly surround me with your
You continuously enclose me with your
Warm and seamless grace
Affectionate and uninterrupted kindness
And it feels so good, good
It is still a fantastic feeling
I feel you when I wake up every morning
I sense your presence each time I wake up in the morning
And when i go to sleep at night
And also when I retire at night
Feels so (good), feels so (good)
The feeling is so great and amazing
To know that you are real
Realizing that you exist brings a sense of comfort
It feels so (good), it feels so (good)
The feeling continues to be amazing and magnificent
Writer(s): Peter Kuzma, Oli Lazarus, Anthony Economides, Portia Monique Smith
Contributed by Kylie N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@lordbrit4630
Feelings that I carry, embedded deep inside.
A desire to know you, and no where left to hide.
I don't know how to say it; I just know that I need it.
I can feel that you surround me with pure love.
CHORUS:
And it feels so good, good (to know that you are real)
it feels so good, good (knowing you are out there)
Some try to deny, your very existence.
I feel your loving vibe, everywhere I go.
I don't know how to say it (I just don't know); I just know that I feel it.
You constantly surround me with your, warm and seamless grace.
CHORUS X2
I feel you when I wake up every morning, and when I go to sleep at night. x2
CHORUS X2
(reprise)
@Hausjunky
One of Portia Monique's best work 🥺🙌🏽.
House is a feeling that has touched us ALL
@LC-jo8zm
I’ve heard this song probably 2000 times and still love it every time ! True house music
@kutloscope_
The most elegant gem
@kamogeloteffo9472
Anything soulful is a 10/10🥺. It's 2023, but still feels new❤️
@onyxman39
REEL PEOPLE IS LITERALLY A BAND......PERIOD.
@Mosaphatlane
April 2019 and this song still slaps hard!!! Music that connects to the soul!!
@playlistnow5756
Not a day goes by that we don't play this track. It's life!
@gugumkhonza6543
2020 we’re still here!!!
@williamrosa7637
people really play instruments, real singers, relief..... music for the mature and sexy crowd
@everett552
Yesssss!!