“Lightman’s dusky vocals and earthy, groovy vibe invite comparisons to Joan Osborne and Sheryl Crow”
- USA TODAY
“no small talent… Toby Lightman continues to shine a light on her knack for making rich, soulful pop”
- PEOPLE
From releasing her first two records, Little Things (2004) and Bird on a Wire (2006) on Atlantic Records, to releasing two independent records, Let Go (2008) and Know Where I'm From (2010), which featured a limited edition, sold out fan participation book, on her own T Killa Records, Toby Lightman has been very busy.
Toby has performed on various National TV shows such as Late Show with David Letterman, Late Night with Conan O'Brien, NBC's Today Show, and CBS' Second Cup. She has toured with renowned artists such as Rob Thomas, Jewel, James Blunt, Gavin DeGraw, Train, Marc Cohn, Lilith Fair 2010 and on one memorable evening, Prince.
Since becoming an independent artist, it has seemed as though her career has really blossomed through much success with film and TV placements including "Everyday" on Fox's Bones, "Holding a Heart" from her side project Girl Named Toby on WB's One Tree Hill, Vampire Diaries as well as the feature film What's Your Number?, "Let Go" as the HSN commercial theme song, "Snow Day" as the KMart commercial theme song, "Addicted" which aired recently in the ongoing commercial for ABC's Desperate Housewives and too many other features to mention in this tiny blip. Excited about what lies ahead, Toby is now busier than ever working on her newest record, which is due for release later this year … to be continued!
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Let Go
Toby Lightman Lyrics
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Ami I the one at the wheel?
Last time I checked, it was my turn
to say how I feel
Cause you're not the one going through with it
and you're not the one who gotta do it
Am I the one at the wheel?
It's always on the tip of my tongue
I won't take another second
Don't lay low
Boy you better keep listening cause
I'm gonna tell you when it's over
but it's not over yet
I can't sit and listen to what you have to say
I'm sick of hearing your voice
I'm sick of going your way
cause you're not the one who's gotta live with it
and you're not the one who's giving in to it
I'm sick of hearing your voice
(Don't let go..)
Don't talk to me like you can't believe
That I don't know what I want when I want it
Don't question me about what I need
I'll fill you in
When I'm ready for it
If you don't let me take my time
Nothing's gonna feel right
I won't forget to tell you when
I'm gonna tell you when it's over
but it's not over yet
Don't let go
It's always on the tip of my tongue
I won't take another second
Won't let go
You'll be the first to know when I'm done
Hate to say but I've just begun
Don't lay low
Boy you better keep listening cause
I'm gonna tell you when it's over
but it's not over yet
In Toby Lightman's song "Let Go," the singer seems to be frustrated with someone else trying to control her life. She questions whether she's the one in control and at the wheel of her own life. She asserts that it's her turn to say how she feels and that the other person isn't the one who has to go through with whatever decision she makes. She encourages the other person not to let go, and that she'll tell them when it's over, but it's not over yet.
The singer becomes more adamant in the second verse, declaring that she can't sit and listen to the other person's voice anymore, and she's tired of going their way. She reiterates that she's the one who has to live with her decisions and who's giving in to them. She urges the other person not to talk to her like she doesn't know what she wants and not to question her about what she needs. She promises to fill the other person in when she's ready for it and encourages them to give her time to figure things out.
The chorus repeats that the singer won't let go and that she won't take another second until she's ready to do so. She lets the other person know that they'll be the first to know when it's over, but it's not over yet. Overall, the song is about asserting one's independence and making one's own decisions, even when others try to control or influence them.
Line by Line Meaning
Am I the one in control?
I am questioning who has the power in this situation.
Am I the one at the wheel?
I am asking if I am the one making the decisions.
Last time I checked, it was my turn
to say how I feel
I have been waiting for my chance to express myself.
Cause you're not the one going through with it
and you're not the one who gotta do it
Am I the one at the wheel?
I am emphasizing that I am the one who has to live with the consequences of my actions.
Don't let go
It's always on the tip of my tongue
I won't take another second
I am pleading with someone to listen to me and not give up on our relationship.
Don't lay low
Boy you better keep listening cause
I'm gonna tell you when it's over
but it's not over yet
I am warning them not to ignore me because I will let them know when it's truly over.
I can't sit and listen to what you have to say
I'm sick of hearing your voice
I'm sick of going your way
I have reached my limit with the other person's behavior.
cause you're not the one who's gotta live with it
and you're not the one who's giving in to it
I'm sick of hearing your voice
I am frustrated that they don't understand the gravity of the situation.
Don't talk to me like you can't believe
That I don't know what I want when I want it
Don't question me about what I need
I'll fill you in
When I'm ready for it
I am demanding that they trust my judgement and stop pushing me for answers.
If you don't let me take my time
Nothing's gonna feel right
I won't forget to tell you when
I'm gonna tell you when it's over
but it's not over yet
I am warning them that rushing me will only make things worse.
Won't let go
You'll be the first to know when I'm done
Hate to say but I've just begun
I am letting them know that although it may seem like things are ending, I am not done fighting for our relationship.
Contributed by Madelyn E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.