Let's start with his voice:
The Michigan native has what can only be described as a voice to heal the soul. His smooth timbre and rich milky falsetto resonate even after the music stops. Where he shines, though, is his ability to hone in on his musical background and find the perfect place within each chord and the rhythm. The cultivation process has been years in the making, however. There's a good chance you'd hear a young boy using his God-given gift to sing the gospel and inspirationally move the congregation to tears with a simple walk into his childhood church on any given Sunday over the past 15 years. It seemed like just yesterday Tim Bowman, Jr. wowed the industry singing alongside gospel sensation, Vickie Winans.
At just 12 years old, Bowman used his precocious talent to melodically scat -reminiscent of jazz legend, Ella Fitzgerald -on the hit single Shake Yourself Loose Remix. We heard him again on Winans' gospel hit song, How I Got Over.
Since then, the now 23 year old has traveled the country singing with his famous aunt and also singing with his father, Smooth Jazz veteran, Tim Bowman. There's no question that music is ubiquitous to the young artist's makeup.
Now, Tim Bowman, Jr. has taken the reigns and after many years of sitting under some of the best in the business, he's ready to release his debut album.
Finally, Bowman is giving his take on the subject. The highly anticipated album is dedicated to his first love, Jesus Christ; highlighting the healing power and pure love that comes from his relationship with God. All his experiences and opportunities have helped mold Bowman as an artist.
"I've recorded an album intended to evoke genuine human emotion and enlighten the world on the love of Christ." Bowman says, "Nice beats are cool. New sounds are hot. But, what I want most is for people to feel again." In an era saturated with throbbing 808's accompanied with lyrics boasting of negativity and materialism, the purest and most refreshing breath is taken after hearing Bowman's first offering. His sound is definitely different...in a good way. Bowman has pulled from his musical influences of jazz, alternative, gospel and soul music to present a work that will undeniably change the game. "Each song should stand alone. Sometimes, you only have one chance for a person to hear and connect with your message. I want every person who listens to this album to not only get that message but also to feel the FUN I had making it," Bowman says.
Describing his music as "Christian/Pop", Tim's debut album features gospel superstars, Vickie Winans and Dorinda Clark-Cole. His first single, "He Will" featuring his aunt, Vickie Winans, sticks pleasantly to the gospel tradition and will, no doubt, quickly climb the gospel charts. One of the strongest offerings is the moving declaration, "Healer." The simple yet pure praise and worship ballad is a reflection of Bowman's faith. Tim says, "It's all there. Everything you need to understand about His power is in the words to this song." Executive produced by his father, Tim Bowman, who has been producing his own critically acclaimed records for years, the album is nothing close to amateur.While the young artist is new to the industry, the quality stands with the best of them.
Back To You
Tim Bowman Jr Lyrics
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Now 've hurt the One who gave me love
Even though I tried to save myself
I can never overcome, but
You never left me on my own
Alone, Alone, I'm lost
I won't know why I'd run from the truth
So, am coming back coming back to you
Give me redemption make me whole
Even though I tried to stop myself
I can never overcome, and
You still walk with me when I run
Alone, Alone, I'm lost
I won't know why I'd run from the truth
So, am coming back coming back to you
And they say the one You love
Dont ever leave You
Though at times they fall too far away to see
Alone, Alone, I'm lost
So, am coming back coming back to you
Oh Oh Oh Oh Oh Oh
I need forgiveness for my soul
In Tim Bowman Jr.'s song "Back To You," the lyrics express a deep feeling of remorse and a desire to return back to God's love and forgiveness. The opening line "I see the 've done" is interpreted as the realization of one's own mistakes and the harm caused to the love received from God. The following lines "Even though I tried to save myself, I can never overcome" highlights the futility of trying to fix things on our own and the need for divine intervention. The bridge "And they say the one You love, Don't ever leave You" is a reminder that despite our faults, God's love never leaves us.
The song's message is a call to repentance and a desire to be reconciled with God. The repetition of the line "Alone, Alone, I'm lost" conveys the desperation of the singer to be found and rescued. The repetition of the phrase "coming back to you" reinforces the idea of returning to God's loving arms. The chorus "I need forgiveness for my soul, Give me redemption make me whole" speaks to the need for forgiveness and the healing that comes from being restored to salvation. Overall, the song's lyrics express a powerful and relatable message of seeking forgiveness and restoration in God's love.
Line by Line Meaning
I see the 've done
I am aware of the mistakes I have made
Now 've hurt the One who gave me love
I have caused pain to the One who showed me love
Even though I tried to save myself
Even though I thought I could fix things by myself
I can never overcome, but
I realize I can never overcome my mistakes alone
You never left me on my own
You, God, have always been by my side
Alone, Alone, I'm lost
Without You, I am lost and alone
I won't know why I'd run from the truth
I don't understand why I would try to ignore the truth
So, am coming back coming back to you
Therefore, I am returning to You
I need forgiveness for my soul, yeeeah yeah
I need Your forgiveness to heal my soul
Give me redemption make me whole
Please redeem me and restore me to wholeness
Even though I tried to stop myself
Even though I tried to resist the path towards repentance and forgiveness
I can never overcome, and
I accept that I can never fully overcome my mistakes without Your help
You still walk with me when I run
You still accompany me even when I try to run away from my problems
And they say the one You love
It is said that the ones You love
Dont ever leave You
Will never leave Your side
Though at times they fall too far away to see
Even when they have strayed too far to be seen
Oh Oh Oh Oh Oh Oh
Vocalization to emphasize emotional state
Alone, Alone, I'm lost
I am lost and alone without You
So, am coming back coming back to you
Therefore, I am returning to You
I need forgiveness for my soul
My soul needs Your forgiveness
Writer(s): Rodney Jerkins, David Nathan, Dave Gibson
Contributed by Anna Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Alyssa Marie Sarti
on I'm Good
People say “Tim Yo!”
You’re my hero
How you do it?
How you stay strong?
Let’em all know, there’s so much that I’ve been through
I’ve had my days when, it’s true y’all
I just can’t smile, I just wanna cry
It ain’t easy
Sometimes it’s work just to be alive.
But when I think of the goodness that’s come to me
It’s easier to let go of all my grief.
Sometimes you gotta tell yourself
That I’m not having it
Just take a good look in the mirror
Say to yourself,
I’ve come to far to quit
So say I’m…
CHORUS
(I’m Good)
Good enough to love myself
(So Good)
Good enough to have success
(Yea, yea, yea)
What you gain from all your stress
Is the freedom to know that you are blessed
(I’m Good)
Good enough to handle my biz
(So Good)
Good enough to raise my kids
(Yea, yea, yea)
The past is the past and honestly
I’m happy for where I’m at because I’m good.
VERSE 2
People ask me am I confident
And I reply with every now and then,
But life comes down to two things
And that’s rejection and acceptance
So I reject that there’s no peace
And I accept that I am free.
And that’s all I have to be
And that’s all I ever need.
‘Cause when I think of the goodness that’s come to me
It’s easier to let go of all my grief.
Sometimes you gotta tell yourself
That I’m not having it
Just take a good look in the mirror
Say to yourself,
I’ve come to far to quit
So say I’m…
CHORUS
(I’m Good)
Good enough to love myself
(So Good)
Good enough to have success
(Yea, yea, yea)
What you gain from all your stress
Is the freedom to know that God has blessed
(I’m Good)
Good enough to handle my biz
(So Good)
Good enough to raise my kids
(Yea, yea, yea)
The past is the past and honestly
I’m happy for where I’m at because I’m good.
All my people let me tell ya
And Imma say it loud and clear
And you listen so you hear
And you never will forget.
You good enough to get that job
You good enough to drive that car
And on top of all these things
You’re good enough to have your dreams.
Yeah… Heey… oohh, hmm, yeah yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah…
Hey…Come on let me hear you say I’m…
CHORUS
(I’m Good)
Good enough to love myself
(So Good)
Good enough to have success
(Yea, yea, yea)
What you gain from all your stress
Is the freedom to know that you are blessed
(I’m Good)
Good enough to handle my biz
(So Good)
Good enough to raise my kids
(Yea, yea, yea)
The past is the past and honestly
I’m happy for where I’m at because I’m good.