For those who waited a year, Rico Blanco's new album "Your Universe" is definitely worth it. It's a defining mark in the 35-year-old musician's career, and a reminder that he has the freedom to experiment and collaborate with others without compromising sound.
Through the ten tracks of "Your Universe," we can confirm that Rico's personal passions are gracefully translated into songs distinctly and undeniably his, even as he collaborates with some of the industry’s best musicians for this album.
He knows how to tickle the fancy of Filipinos by delivering the right amount of romantic prose minus the extra saccharine shot of sap. Perhaps it can be said that he knows the formula of the Filipino's heart which makes his music work. Definition and identity. This is what sets Rico Blanco apart from most of the local acts. He knows his niche in the industry and makes his mark the way a true blooded artist should: original and a strong definition of one's identity.
Start Again
Rico Blanco Lyrics
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This pain that I created
From eclipsing the million
Precious things we shared
Is it too late I realized
I've been such a fool
Is it too late I just want
One more chance to hold your hand again
Once more chance to be the one your heart beats for again
If it's okay I'd like
A minute to speak with you
I'm sure that he will understand
Just want to say that you're
The best to ever happen to me
If it's okay I just want
One more chance to be your guiding light
One more chance to be the one who makes things right again
One more chance to paint your brighter days
One more chance to be the reason you're okay
One more chance to kiss you in the dark
One more chance to never be apart
I promise I wont break your heart
Baby please, can we just start again?
The song "Start Again" by Rico Blanco is a heart-wrenching ballad about lost love and the desire to make things right. The lyrics speak of deep regret and a longing to reconcile with a past lover. The opening lines express the realization that the pain the singer caused had overshadowed the million precious things they had shared. He questions whether it's too late to stop the pain and wishes for another chance to hold her hand and be the one her heart beats for.
The singer then goes on to express his desire to speak with her and apologize for his foolishness. He acknowledges that she was the best thing that ever happened to him and he just wants one more chance to be her guiding light and make everything right again. He promises to be the reason she's okay, to never break her heart again, and begs for her to give him another chance to start again.
This song is a reminder that sometimes it's too late to make things right and certain actions can cause irreparable damage to relationships. It's a plea for forgiveness and a second chance. The melancholic melody coupled with the powerful lyrics make for a truly emotional listening experience.
Line by Line Meaning
Is it too late to stop
Wondering if it's too late to stop the pain that was caused and the damage that was done.
This pain that I created
Acknowledging that the pain was caused by their actions and they take responsibility for it.
From eclipsing the million
The pain caused is negatively affecting many good memories.
Precious things we shared
Referring to the happy moments and memories shared in the past that are now overshadowed by the pain.
Is it too late I realized
Realization of a mistake made and a wrong decision taken.
I've been such a fool
Acknowledgement of foolish and wrong behavior.
Is it too late I just want
Expressing desire for something that may or may not be possible to achieve now.
One more chance to hold your hand again
Asking for one more opportunity to hold hands and be close again.
Once more chance to be the one your heart beats for again
Asking for one more chance to be the most important person for the loved one.
If it's okay I'd like
Requesting acceptance before proceeding to further talk.
A minute to speak with you
Asking for just a small amount of time to say what needs to be said.
I'm sure that he will understand
Confident that the current partner will understand and allow the conversation to take place.
Just want to say that you're
Expressing a heartfelt sentiment towards the loved one.
The best to ever happen to me
Claiming that the loved one is one of the best things that has ever happened to them.
If it's okay I just want
Asking again for permission and acceptance before proceeding further.
One more chance to be your guiding light
Asking for one more chance to be a source of guidance and support.
One more chance to be the one who makes things right again
Asking for one more opportunity to fix what was wrong before.
One more chance to paint your brighter days
Asking for another opportunity to make everyday life and experiences better for the loved one.
One more chance to be the reason you're okay
Asking for another opportunity to provide comfort and happiness to the loved one.
One more chance to kiss you in the dark
Asking for another opportunity to share intimate moments in the darkness.
One more chance to never be apart
Asking for another opportunity to be together and never have to be apart again.
I promise I wont break your heart
Making a promise that the heart of the loved one will remain unbroken as they take another chance on their relationship.
Baby please, can we just start again?
Asking for one more chance to start again from scratch and make it all right again.
Contributed by Grayson M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.