Brooks was born into a musical family of songwriters and producers. He started his singing career at the early age of 10 as a background vocalist for artists recording in his family’s garage studio. At a talent audition in 2010 in his hometown of Cincinnati, Ohio Tae was recruited by a Los Angeles talent manager. This led to a 6 month stent in LA before his family decided to relocate to accommodate increasing opportunities. Tae’s brother, Tadjh Brooks, stepped into the role of Tae’s lead producer and engineer. The brothers, working in the studio with their father, Billay, emerged with a hybrid pop/urban musical sound that Tae was ready to share. His YouTube music channel was launched in March of 2011.
Tae’s channel was an immediate success, being awarded #57 most subscribed musician channel in the month of April 2011. His video content has generated millions of views with a mix of vlogs, web series show, original songs and covers of charting songs with a wide variety of Artists ranging from Michael Jackson “I Want You Back” to Rhianna’s “You Da One” and even covering rapper Lil’ Wayne’s “How To Love” with his bother, Brandon (Juke) as featured rapper on this and several other videos on his YouTube channel. The team of brothers quickly became known for overhauling cover songs and creating signature originals that allow Tae to showcase his naturally soulful sound. Brooks’ first single “Thumbs Up” was released on iTunes February 22, 2011 and was well received. As of 2014 he has released five singles through his independent label Carriage House Entertainment. Tae’s single “It’s Always Been You” was released on January 2, 2014 ahead of his TBA debut EP.
Attention from YouTube and growing social networks has led to voice-over work, including being the current male lead voice of the Disney 365 theme song and the voice and singing role of Michael Jackson in the animated TV series of Black Dynamite. He has appeared in several videos and is the voice in the intro/outro on the channel of popular YouTube personality Lamarr Wilson. Tae Brooks’ covers have gained him notoriety in music circles and propelled him forward as a fan favorite with his fan base calling themselves “The ShawTaes”. On July 14, 2011 Billboard Magazine named Brooks as #19 on the Next Big Sound chart featuring the fastest growing artists across social media. His cover of Taylor Swift’s “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together” was listed in the top 8 winners in the Perez Hilton’s Can YOU Sing? Competition. In June of 2012 the The Huffington Post featured his cover of Justin Bieber’s “Die In Your Arms” as one of 10 Amazing Renditions. In his August 2013 cover of Drake’s “Hold On, We’re Going Home” he does product representation for Bigote Sneaker Company in the video. In December 2013 he placed #4 in Ryan Seacrest’s Miley Cyrus “Wrecking Ball” Favorite Cover Contest, the youngest artist in the contest. According to VersedOnline.com Tae Brooks is one of the 2014 Breakout Artists to Watch.
Tae’s newest original single “It’s Always Been You” is available on iTunes and all major online music retailers.
You can find Tae on all of the main social media sites like Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Tumblr, Keek, Instagram, Vine and more.
Serenity
Tae Brooks Lyrics
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What can you see
Maybe you will find Serenity
And if you meet
Just what you seek
Please share with me
Your Serenity
Hold me close, don't let me leave
This time around I don't wanta go
Will you please take over me
You're the sunshine that I miss
My day is dull without your bliss
Your happiness I want it all
Take me with you when you fall
So look around, what can you see
Maybe you will find, Serenity
And if you meet, just what you seek
Please share with me, your Serenity
Ohhhhhhhhh, your serenity
Ohhhhhhhhh, your serenity
Sick of love, you're the antidote
Heal me with your remedy
Girl your love, it doesn't sugarcoat
I really need your honesty
Cause you're the sunshine that I miss
My day is dull without your bliss
Your happiness I want it all
Take me with you when you fall
So look around, what can you see
Maybe you will find, Serenity
And if you meet, just what you seek
Please share with me, your Serenity
You know you bring me peace, baby can I get a piece
You know you bring me peace, baby can I get a piece
You know you bring me peace, baby can I get a piece
You know you bring me peace, baby can I get a piece
So look around, what can you see
Maybe you will find, Serenity
And if you meet, just what you seek
Please share with me, your Serenity
Ohhhhhhhhh, your Serenity
Ohhhhhhhhh, your Serenity
The lyrics of Tae Brooks's song "Serenity" center around the theme of finding peace and happiness. The singer is essentially telling the listener that if they look around, they may find "Serenity." This could mean finding peace in various forms such as through love, companionship or simply through self-discovery. The song is written as a love letter to the singer's romantic interest, asking them to share their "Serenity" with him, so that he can also find his own happiness.
As the song progresses, the singer describes the person he is addressing as the "sunshine" that he misses and someone who is able to heal him with their love. He is asking them to take him along with them wherever they go, so that he too can find comfort in their company. The chorus of the song, where the lyrics are repeated several times in a row, emphasizes the importance of finding "Serenity" and sharing it with others.
Overall, Tae Brooks's "Serenity" is a song about finding happiness in life and sharing it with others. It is a reminder to cherish and appreciate the positive aspects of life and the people who make it worthwhile.
Line by Line Meaning
So look around
Take a moment to observe your surroundings
What can you see
What do you notice in your environment?
Maybe you will find Serenity
There is a chance that you might find a sense of calm and tranquility
And if you meet
In the event that you encounter
Just what you seek
What you have been searching for
Please share with me
Kindly tell me about it
Your Serenity
Your state of inner peace and happiness
Stare me down, don't let me go
Lock eyes with me, don't release me from your grip
Hold me close, don't let me leave
Embrace me tightly, prevent me from departing
This time around I don't wanta go
I am not willing to part ways this time
Will you please take over me
Can you assume control of me, guide and direct my actions?
You're the sunshine that I miss
You are the source of light and warmth that I yearn for
My day is dull without your bliss
The joy and happiness you bring infuses color and vibrancy into my day
Your happiness I want it all
I want to share in your happiness and wellbeing completely
Take me with you when you fall
Bring me along with you through thick and thin, even in difficult times
Sick of love, you're the antidote
I've grown tired of love, but you're the cure for my weariness and disillusionment
Heal me with your remedy
Mend my brokenness with your cure
Girl your love, it doesn't sugarcoat
Your love is genuine and authentic, it doesn't hide or downplay the truth
I really need your honesty
I crave your truthfulness and straightforwardness
You know you bring me peace, baby can I get a piece
You provide me with a sense of tranquility, can I have a share of it?
Ohhhhhhhhh, your serenity
An expression of admiration for the person's state of inner peace and joy
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@CringerGingerr
I'm so proud Taelyn 😭💟
@TaeBrooks
+Tyler Severson :D :D
@s.simms02
Omg tae this song is amazing. So proud of you!!! You are going to make it so far tae. ILYSM!
@Choigeneralara
this guy needs to get a contract because he's better than Justin Bieber I love your music tae
@zohaibasif3220
uncle dashie dash orenges....
@devinmartin8852
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@silviag.briones4377
In love with this 😭 proud of you Tae 🙄💓
@angelicamariapuga9418
This song gives me more confidents that I don't have much and I love you and your songs🌎🎶💖💌
@bassmazekry678
Love this song! I'm so proud❤️❤️
@RinaDeLaGhetto
Tay got me hooked on this. It's so good, Tae holy 😭