Tim Halperin enrolled in piano lessons at age six and spent his adolescent years writing music and performing with various bands including a worship team at his church. By the time Tim enrolled at Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, Texas, he was ready to make his debut as a singer songwriter.
In January 2008, Tim released his debut single, You Are the Moon. His music was featured on several XM radio stations, and he made a guest appearance on NBC’s Kansas City Live. Tim’s fans encouraged him with overwhelming support, prompting his concert tour through the Midwest.
In October of 2009, Ourstage.com named Tim’s single, Make or Break, a Critic’s Choice, and in 2010, MTV’s The Real World featured two of Tim’s original songs on national television. Since then, his continuous-shot music video for “She Runs” has gone viral on YouTube, and Tim has shared the stage with artists including John McLaughlin, Matt Wertz, Andy Davis, the Ying Yang Twins, and Green River Ordinance.
Tim has recently partnered with Susan G. Komen for the Cure as a part of TCU’s “Frogs for the Cure” initiative. In an effort to increase breast cancer awareness and raise financial support for breast cancer research, Tim wrote an original song called “We Fight Back,” with the iTunes proceeds going to Komen. Tim was also featured in the inspirational “We Fight Back” music video, which serves as a tribute to breast cancer survivors all over the nation.
In the early months of 2011, Tim found a new fanbase with his successful run on 'American Idol', getting to the live portion of the show and the Top 24 with stand-out performances at the piano. With solid roots, a genuine love for music, and proven ability, Halperin will continue to make his mark on the music industry.
In September 2011, Tim released his first full-length album entitled "Rise and Fall." The album reached #1 in the Singer/Songwriter category of album sales and #25 overall album sales on iTunes. You can buy "Rise and Fall" by following this link: http://bit.ly/timhalperincd.
Halperin’s fans can expect much more from the budding star as he continues to apply his musicality and lyrical creativity in fresh and innovative ways. Although his future may be unknown, one thing is certain: Halperin’s story has only begun.
Last Song
Tim Halperin Lyrics
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And lose the feeling for a while
All the pictures make me wonder
If I'll ever find that smile
I'm a sailboat tossed by wind and waves
And somehow I'm staying afloat
I'm a memory on you, oh and won't forget me
You burn the letters I wrote
Ooh, you should know
Ooh, you should know
That this is the last song
I'll write for you
And this is my last try
To make it through
And you won't say a word
I'm surprised you haven't heard
I'm trying not to love you
And I wonder if this cycle of mine
Will ever end
And I wonder why growing closer to love
Is starting all over again
I'm a regret, you can try to avoid me
It hurts to know I'm around
I'm a story and I don't know the ending
I worry about that now
Ooh, you should know
Ooh, you should know
That this is the last song
I'll write for you
And this is my last try
To make it through
And you won't say a word
I'm surprised you haven't heard
I'm trying not to love you
And this is the last song
I'll write for you,
Yeah, this is my last try
To make it through,
Yeah, this is the last song
I'll write for you
And this is my last try
To make it through
And you won't say a word
I'm surprised you haven't heard
I'm trying not to love you,
I'm trying not to love you...
The lyrics to Tim Halperin's "Last Song" are a heartbreaking depiction of a relationship that has come to an end. When it's over, the singer feels numb, and the pictures make him wonder if he'll ever find his happiness again. Despite feeling like a sailboat that's being tossed around by wind and waves, he somehow manages to stay afloat. He's become nothing more than a memory to his former lover, who burns the letters he writes. In the chorus, the singer declares that this is the last song he'll write for his ex-lover as he tries not to love her anymore.
In the second verse, the singer wonders if this cycle of heartbreak will ever end. He questions why growing closer to love feels like starting all over again. He knows that he's become a regret to his ex-lover, and it pains him to know that he's still around. He's nothing more than a story without an ending, and he worries about that. Even though he's trying not to love her, he knows it won't be that easy. The chorus repeats, emphasizing that this is the last song he'll write for her as he tries to move on.
Line by Line Meaning
When it's over, I go numb
After our relationship ends, I lose my ability to feel for a while
And lose the feeling for a while
My emotions become dull and I can't experience them fully
All the pictures make me wonder
Looking at past memories with you makes me question if I'll ever be happy again
If I'll ever find that smile
I am unsure if I'll ever be able to feel happy like I did with you
I'm a sailboat tossed by wind and waves
My life is unpredictable and I have very little control over the direction it takes
And somehow I'm staying afloat
Despite the many challenges I've faced, I've managed to survive and pull through
I'm a memory on you, oh and won't forget me
I know that I'll always be remembered by you, even if we never see each other again
You burn the letters I wrote
You have moved on and don't want any reminders of our past relationship
Ooh, you should know
I want to communicate something important to you
That this is the last song
This song marks the end of my attempts to hold onto our relationship
I'll write for you
I won't be creating any more art about us
And this is my last try
I'm doing everything in my power to move on from you for good
To make it through
I'm trying to survive without you in my life
And you won't say a word
You've moved on and have nothing to say to me anymore
I'm surprised you haven't heard
I can't believe you haven't noticed how much I'm struggling
I'm trying not to love you
I'm attempting to suppress my feelings for you and heal from our break-up
And I wonder if this cycle of mine
I question if I'll ever be able to break free from my unhealthy patterns
Will ever end
I'm worried that I'm stuck in this cycle forever
And I wonder why growing closer to love
I'm confused as to why each attempt at love always ends up hurting me
Is starting all over again
The cycle of falling in love and getting hurt is repeating itself
I'm a regret, you can try to avoid me
I understand that I'm a source of sadness for you and you may try to stay away from me
It hurts to know I'm around
I'm pained by the fact that my presence in your life causes you pain
I'm a story and I don't know the ending
My life seems like an incomplete tale without any sense of resolution
I worry about that now
I'm anxious about how my story will end
And this is my last try
I'm making one final attempt to let go of you
Yeah, this is the last song
This song represents the conclusion of our relationship's chapter in my life
And you won't say a word
You have already moved on and don't have anything left to say to me
I'm trying not to love you,
I'm doing everything in my power to move on from my feelings for you
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QuiteOrdinary
Just wonderful! So proud to have been able to donate a little bit towards this project. Thank you! You did not disappoint!
Anton Seim
So much love and hard work and passion went into the making of this video. It makes me so happy when creative people put their heads together and bring this level of art into the world. The video looks great! Thanks for writing such a beautiful song Tim!
Gabriella Ledda
idk if you are ever going to see this, but i just wanted to say this is my new favorite song. the lyrics are meaningful and your voice really brings them to life. i can listen to you sing this for hours and hours and it sounds better and better each time! :) -Gabriella
Kerri Avenengo-Mazzuca
I've watched it dozens of times, and each time I get a new message from it. Not only is the song brilliant and catchy, but the video is seriously captivating. I did not want it to end! Fantastic follow up to your 'She Runs' video. Your video concepts are epic!
Pirate Frodo Potter
WOW!!! I was seriously blown away by this video!!! SO creative and intriguing!! You really have a gift Tim; even beyond your incredible singing and songwriting skills, you have a true eye for music videos!!! Congratulations! Definitely sharing this around facebook and etc ;D
Tom Warrington
Probably the finest video I've seen in the last few years - impeccably put together and follows the music beautifully. The song itself is as good as anything else out there and I'll keep my fingers crossed it gets the exposure it deserves. Great job, Tim, and good luck!
Jazzy Jules
So refreshing and creative! I love the artistic value in both the music and video. Way to go, Tim! x
LindseyBaby
This is one of those songs that just doesn't get old. Music means so much to me, I mean it affects me down to the core of my heart. This song is truly beautiful in so many ways. Bleh and a bit off topic but I am in love with that pink ring he is wearing in the video.
lovethemtigers
Great Job TIm! I love it! I'm so happy that you are doing everything necessary to make your music career a reality! Can't wait to hear this on the radio :)
missred871
LOVE LOVE LOVE this song! Heard it on Kidd Kraddick while you were doin your Idol got it wrong stuff, you are AMAZING! Huge fan!