“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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Round & Round
Toby Lightman Lyrics
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Where I stop well nobody knows
'Round and 'round I go
Please don't tempt me no don't tempt me
Open or close your eyes
How do you want your big surprise
Open or close your eyes
Doesn't matter to me, it doesn't matter to me
Looks like the choice is mine
So where do I want to be
Tell me you are next in line
'Cause honey you'll be safer without me
Right to left I look
I wish they wrote an instruction book
Right to left I look
Turned around so turned around
Searching high and low for any man that won't
Let me go
Searching high and low
Wanna be that man, don't be that man
Looks like the choice
I'll get my hands on you, I'll get tired of you
Then I'll run leaving nothing but you behind
You don't want this, you don't need this
Sounds crazy but it happens every time
I gotta confess why I'm such a mess
Love brings such stress, who can explain
So watch your back, avoid my attack
Get off the track, 'cause here comes the train
'Round and 'round I go
Where I stop, well you'll never know
'Round and 'round I go
Please don't tempt me, no don't tempt me
Toby Lightman's song "Round & Round" is about the cycle of love and relationships. The lyrics "Round and round I go, where I stop, well nobody knows" suggest a feeling of confusion and uncertainty, as the singer is unsure of where their romantic endeavors will lead them. However, they also convey a sense of excitement and anticipation, as the unknown outcome creates a sense of thrill.
The lines "Open or close your eyes, how do you want your big surprise" further emphasize this feeling of unpredictability and excitement. The singer is willing to take risks and pursue the unknown, whether their partner is willing to take the leap with them or not. The chorus "Looks like the choice is mine, so where do I want to be?" is a statement of empowerment, as the singer takes control of their romantic destiny, but also reveals their fear of commitment and potentially hurting their partner.
The lines "I'll get my hands on you, I'll get tired of you, then I'll run leaving nothing but you behind" highlight the singer's fear of intimacy and their tendency to push people away when things get too serious. The reference to love bringing stress and making one a "mess" suggests a past of failed relationships, creating a fear of repeating the pattern. The song ends on a cautionary note, with the warning to "watch your back, avoid my attack, get off the track, 'cause here comes the train."
Line by Line Meaning
'Round and 'round I go
I seem to be going in circles, back and forth in my decisions and actions.
Where I stop well nobody knows
The outcome of my choices is uncertain, I have no idea where it will lead me.
Please don't tempt me no don't tempt me
I'm struggling with temptation and I need to avoid the things that will lead me astray.
Open or close your eyes
It doesn't matter to me whether you see what's happening or not.
How do you want your big surprise
It's up to you how you want to receive the unpredictable outcome of my actions.
Doesn't matter to me, it doesn't matter to me
Regardless of your preference, it won't change the course of my actions.
Looks like the choice is mine
Ultimately, I have the power to decide which path to take.
So where do I want to be
I'm trying to figure out what choices will lead me to a better place.
Tell me you are next in line
I'm looking for someone to validate my choices and be with me wherever I go.
'Cause honey you'll be safer without me
I'm not reliable enough to bring someone with me, they are better off without me.
Right to left I look
I'm searching for a solution in every direction, hoping to find some direction.
I wish they wrote an instruction book
I'm lost and overwhelmed, wishing there was a guide to help me navigate my choices.
Turned around so turned around
I'm confused and feel like I'm just spinning in circles.
Searching high and low for any man that won't
I'm looking for someone to help me, guide me or be with me in my journey.
Let me go
But I'm scared of getting too close or too committed, so I inevitably push them away.
Wanna be that man, don't be that man
I want to find a man who can handle my baggage, but I don't want to cause someone else pain or confusion.
I'll get my hands on you, I'll get tired of you
I'll want someone to be with me, to love me and to rely on, but inevitably I'll get bored.
Then I'll run leaving nothing but you behind
I'll leave everything behind and run, leaving the person who loves me empty-handed.
You don't want this, you don't need this
I know it's not a healthy relationship, and you're better off without me.
Sounds crazy but it happens every time
This rollercoaster of emotions and relationships happens over and over again, despite my best intentions.
I gotta confess why I'm such a mess
I have to admit that my choices and actions are the root of the problem.
Love brings such stress, who can explain
It's hard to understand why love can cause so much turmoil and confusion.
So watch your back, avoid my attack
I'm not stable, predictable or reliable, and it's best to avoid getting too involved with me.
Get off the track, 'cause here comes the train
Stay clear of this situation, because I'm inevitably going to hurt myself or someone else.
'Round and 'round I go
I'm caught in a cycle of confusion and bad decision-making.
Where I stop, well you'll never know
The outcome of my choices is unpredictable, and it's unlikely that anyone will be able to predict where I'll end up.
Please don't tempt me, no don't tempt me
I'm aware that I'm easily tempted and I need to avoid situations that will lead me astray.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: PATRICK LEONARD, PATRICK RAYMOND LEONARD, TOBY LIGHTMAN
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