In 2000, Dave Douglas replaced Stephen Cushman on drums. In 2004, John Warne, formerly of Ace Troubleshooter replaced Brian on bass guitar. In 2005,Jon Schneck joined on with additional guitars, as well as banjo, bells, and backing vocals. In 2008, Ethan Luck, formerly of The O.C. Supertones and Demon Hunter replaced Dave on drums.
The band has released 9 albums, including 2 Christmas albums, as well as 6 EPs, and some other miscellaneous projects. Starting in 2000 with their second album, Relient K was signed to Gotee Records, a Christian record label. In 2004, their album Mmhmm shot them into mainstream popularity when it released at #15 on Billboard 200, and was released on Gotee, Mono Vs. Stereo (both Christian record labels), as well as Capitol, a secular label. They stayed with Gotee/Capitol until 2007, and their album Five Score and Seven Years Ago released at #6. Their latest album, Forget and Not Slow Down was released in 2009 with Mono Vs. Stereo. The band has done very well in both the Christian and mainstream music industries. The band has received numerous awards including a Grammy Award nomination in 2003 for Best Rock Gospel Album and two Dove Awards. The band has sold over 2 million records, with three albums being given gold certification by the RIAA.
The band's musical style has changed over the years, starting off as very pop-punk, and maturing into a unique sort of pop-alternative-rock, with many songs varying in style, and some including acoustic guitars, piano, banjo, synths, bells, etc. Through the years, their lyrics and songwriting have matured, but they have not lost their silly side and sense of humor. They still often reference their Christian faith throughout their songs.
Matt Thiessen, the band's main songwriter, also has a solo side project, Matthew Thiessen and the Earthquakes. He has also collaborated with Owl City. Dave Douglas also had a solo side project, Agnes.
You're The Inspiration
Relient K Lyrics
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The kind of love that lasts forever
And I want you here with me
From now until the end of time
You should know
Everywhere I go
Always ono my mind
Baby,
You're the meaning in my life
You bring feeling to my life
Wanna have you near me
I wanna have you hear me sayin'
"No one needs you more than I need you!"
And I know (And I know)
Yes, I know that it's plain to see
We're so in love when we're together
Now I know (Now I know)
That I need you here with me
From tonight until the end of time
You should know
Everywhere I go
Always ono my mind
In my heart, in my soul
You're the meaning in my life
You bring feeling to my life
Wanna have you near me
I wanna have you hear me sayin'
"No one needs you more than I need you!"
I wanna have you near me
I wanna have you hear me sayin'
"No one needs you more than I need you"
You're the meaning in my life
You bring feeling to my life
When you you love somebody 'til the end of time
When you love somebody always on my mind
When you you love somebody 'til the end of time
When you love somebody always on my mind
The lyrics of Relient K's song "You're The Inspiration" convey a deep and powerful love. The opening lines, "You know our love was meant to be, the kind of love that lasts forever," signal the strength and permanence of the love that is being expressed. The singer is saying that they want their loved one to be with them always, from now until the end of time. This sentiment is reinforced throughout the song, with the singer stating that their loved one is always on their mind, in their heart and in their soul.
The chorus of the song is particularly meaningful, as it reinforces the love that the singer feels for their partner. The line "You're the meaning in my life, you bring feeling to my life, wanna have you near me," is a declaration of the importance of this relationship to the singer. They are saying that their partner gives purpose to their life and fills it with emotion, and that they want to be close to them always. The repetition of the line "No one needs you more than I need you" emphasizes the depth of feeling that the singer has for their partner.
Overall, "You're The Inspiration" is a powerful love song that conveys a deep and abiding affection. The lyrics express the importance of the lover in the life of the singer, and make it clear that they want to be together forever.
Line by Line Meaning
You know our love was meant to be
From the very start, we were destined to be in love
The kind of love that lasts forever
Our love is enduring and will continue for all time
And I want you here with me
I desire your presence to be with me
From now until the end of time
For all eternity, I want to be with you
You should know
I want you to understand
Everywhere I go
No matter where I am
Always ono my mind
I cannot stop thinking about you
In my heart, in my soul
You are deeply embedded in my emotions and being
Baby,
Dear one,
You're the meaning in my life
You provide significance and purpose to my existence
You bring feeling to my life
My life is full of emotion and passion because of you
Wanna have you near me
I desire your close proximity
I wanna have you hear me sayin'
I long for you to hear me declare
"No one needs you more than I need you!"
"I cannot survive without you, you are my everything!"
And I know (And I know)
I am certain (I am certain)
Yes, I know that it's plain to see
It is clear for all to see
We're so in love when we're together
The depth of our love is apparent when we are in each other's presence
Now I know (Now I know)
I am now aware (I am now aware)
That I need you here with me
I must have you by my side
I wanna have you near me
I desire your close proximity
I wanna have you hear me sayin'
I long for you to hear me declare
"No one needs you more than I need you"
"I cannot survive without you, you are my everything!"
When you you love somebody 'til the end of time
When you have love for someone that endures for eternity
When you love somebody always on my mind
When you cannot stop thinking about the one you love
When you you love somebody 'til the end of time
When you have love for someone that endures for eternity
When you love somebody always on my mind
When you cannot stop thinking about the one you love
Writer(s): Peter Cetera, David Foster
Contributed by Jordyn B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Sabes que nuestro amor estaba destinado a ser
El tipo de amor que dura para siempre
Y te quiero aquí conmigo
Desde esta noche hasta el final de los tiempos
Deberías saber, donde sea que vaya
Siempre estás en mi mente
En mi corazón, en mi alma, nena
Eres el significado de mi vida
Tu eres la inspiracion
Traes sentimiento a mi vida
Tu eres la inspiracion
Quiero tenerte cerca de mi
Quiero que me escuches decir
Nadie te necesita más de lo que te necesito
Y sé, sí, sé que es sencillo (fácil) de ver
Estamos tan enamorados cuando estamos juntos
Ahora sé, que te necesito aquí conmigo
Desde esta noche hasta el final de los tiempos
Deberías saber, donde sea que vaya
Siempre en mi mente
En mi corazón, en mi alma, nena
Eres el significado de mi vida
Tu eres la inspiracion
Traes sentimiento a mi vida
Tu eres la inspiracion
Quiero tenerte cerca de mi
Quiero que me escuches decir
Nadie te necesita más que yo
Nadie te necesita más que yo
Quiero tenerte cerca de mi
Quiero que me escuches decir
Nadie te necesita más de lo que te necesito
Eres el significado de mi vida
Tu eres la inspiracion
Traes sentimiento a mi vida
Tu eres la inspiracion
Cuando amas a alguien
(Hasta el fin de los tiempos)
Cuando amas a alguien
(Siempre en mi mente)
Nadie te necesita más que yo
Cuando amas a alguien
(Hasta el fin de los tiempos)
Cuando amas a alguien
(Siempre en mi mente)
Nadie te necesita más que yo
Cuando amas a alguien
(Hasta el fin de los tiempos)
Cuando amas a alguien
(Siempre en mi mente)
Nadie te necesita más que yo
Cuando amas a alguien
T.M.
Sabes que nuestro amor estaba destinado a ser
El tipo de amor que dura para siempre
Y te quiero aquí conmigo
Desde esta noche hasta el final de los tiempos
Deberías saber, donde sea que vaya
Siempre estás en mi mente
En mi corazón, en mi alma, nena
Eres el significado de mi vida
Tu eres la inspiracion
Traes sentimiento a mi vida
Tu eres la inspiracion
Quiero tenerte cerca de mi
Quiero que me escuches decir
Nadie te necesita más de lo que te necesito
Y sé, sí, sé que es sencillo (fácil) de ver
Estamos tan enamorados cuando estamos juntos
Ahora sé, que te necesito aquí conmigo
Desde esta noche hasta el final de los tiempos
Deberías saber, donde sea que vaya
Siempre en mi mente
En mi corazón, en mi alma, nena
Eres el significado de mi vida
Tu eres la inspiracion
Traes sentimiento a mi vida
Tu eres la inspiracion
Quiero tenerte cerca de mi
Quiero que me escuches decir
Nadie te necesita más que yo
Nadie te necesita más que yo
Quiero tenerte cerca de mi
Quiero que me escuches decir
Nadie te necesita más de lo que te necesito
Eres el significado de mi vida
Tu eres la inspiracion
Traes sentimiento a mi vida
Tu eres la inspiracion
Cuando amas a alguien
(Hasta el fin de los tiempos)
Cuando amas a alguien
(Siempre en mi mente)
Nadie te necesita más que yo
Cuando amas a alguien
(Hasta el fin de los tiempos)
Cuando amas a alguien
(Siempre en mi mente)
Nadie te necesita más que yo
Cuando amas a alguien
(Hasta el fin de los tiempos)
Cuando amas a alguien
(Siempre en mi mente)
Nadie te necesita más que yo
Cuando amas a alguien
Michael Kayfes
RK should cover every song ever recorded by everyone
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