Since he started performing in DC coffeehouses in 2006, the tireless 29-year-old hasn’t let any moss grow under his trademark flip flops: two full-length CDs (Naked Without and Back to Love), two EPs (Rise and The Politics of Love), a live DVD (Live At Terry’s), four music videos—two rose to the #1 and #2 viewer-choice slots on MTV’s LOGO network—and nearly 500 shows in 100 cities nationwide. His latest CD, Turn It Around, releases April 12, supported by a ten-week, 50-city tour.
Tom is an unabashed romantic, known for his songs about love (many inspired by his new husband Mike, whom he married in October 2010) and longing. Recorded in Steubenville, Ohio, at Innovation Studios in December, Turn It Around glides from soulful, pensive ballads to infectious pop, from tender melodies to muscular rhythms, buoyed by an unflagging belief in the healing power of love. Drawing comparisons to his contemporaries such as Matt Nathanson, Jason Mraz and Lee DeWyze, Tom’s intimate live performances reflect his gift for incisive personal narratives. Tom is committed politically as well, having released songs and videos in support of marriage equality and the repeal of “don’t ask, don’t tell.” (A video for the song “Lover,” from his last album, is currently in rotation on LOGO—it tells the story of a soldier killed in Afghanistan while his husband waits at home, and stars servicemen who were discharged under don’t ask, don’t tell.)
Like his music, Tom’s story is a mix of struggle and spirit. A native of Kenosha, Wisconsin, he spent his high school and college years as a wrestler, leaving the family sport of gymnastics for one better suited to his teenage aggression. Following a brief stint as a teacher, he moved to Washington, DC in 2004 to enter Catholic seminary. It didn’t go as planned, and he abandoned his quest to become a priest—but not his desire to spread a message of hope and reconciliation through his music.
Now he’s winning followers across the country while still finding time to lead and raise funds for a DC nonprofit called Charlie’s Place that provides free meals, clothing and social services to the homeless. It’s the perfect day job for a man who lives what he sings.
Till The End
Tom Goss Lyrics
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just like a Sunday afternoon
you're driving me crazy
like you always seem to do
so I call you lazy
and you snooze the day away
sinking swiftly through those dreams of bittersweet
and take your fears and you can lay them at my feet
that I'm here
till the end
and I know what love is
even if it's not the same
as what your god says
see he truly is to blame
for what is nonsense
cuz god is love and love is good
sinking swiftly through those dreams of bittersweet
and take your fears and you can lay them at my feet
cuz I swear
that I'm here
whoah
whoah
whoah
whoah
you lie awake now
and you're smiling like you do
your eyes aglow now
you see my face look back at you
it's what we know now
it's for what we've always yearned
sinking swiftly through those dreams of bittersweet
and take your fears and you can lay them at my feet
cuz I swear
that I'm here
till the end
till the end
till the end
till the end
In Tom Goss's song Till the End, the singer is addressing his lover who seems to be taking things easy and driving him crazy with their laziness. He reassures them that he is there for them until the end and understands love even if it's not the same as what their god says. The mention of god and love being good refers to religion and how it sometimes comes in the way of love, creating nonsense. The repetition of sinking swiftly through those dreams of bittersweet indicates that the lovers are going through a rough patch and have fears that they need to overcome. The lyrics convey a sense of comfort and belonging between the two people, and the singer's promise to stand by his lover "till the end" emphasizes their commitment to each other.
Line by Line Meaning
and taking it easy
Starting off slow and steady
just like a Sunday afternoon
Taking it easy, like a calm and relaxing Sunday afternoon
you're driving me crazy
You are making me go insane
like you always seem to do
This is a recurring pattern of behavior
so I call you lazy
I criticize you for being unproductive
and you snooze the day away
You waste time sleeping during the day
sinking swiftly through those dreams of bittersweet
Moving quickly through a mixture of happy and sad dreams
and take your fears and you can lay them at my feet
You can confide in me and leave your fears with me
cuz I swear
Because I promise
that I'm here
I will always be here for you
till the end
Till the very end of our lives
and I know what love is
I know the true meaning of love
even if it's not the same
Even if it differs from your interpretation
as what your god says
As it is perceived according to your religious beliefs
see he truly is to blame
He can be held responsible for any confusion or misunderstanding
for what is nonsense
For what is illogical or meaningless
cuz god is love and love is good
Because, ultimately, love is positive and beneficial
whoah
Expressing surprise or excitement
you lie awake now
You are currently lying in bed awake
and you're smiling like you do
You are smiling in your usual way
your eyes aglow now
Your eyes are shining brightly
you see my face look back at you
You see my reflection in your eyes
it's what we know now
This is what we understand and believe now
it's for what we've always yearned
This is what we have always wanted and desired
till the end
Until the very end of our lives
till the end
Until the very end of our lives
till the end
Until the very end of our lives
till the end
Until the very end of our lives
Contributed by Bella O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
TJ Gaghan
I LOVE This, Tom. Wonderfully performed. I like the laid back feeling. This is DEFINITELY you. Thanks...TJ
NatureNymph
This is the most beautiful video about love, intimacy and tenderness that I have ever viewed. Thank you for including different ages and gender combinations. I am a 57yo heterosexual female and I felt honored and deeply moved by this. Thank You
Corrina Y
This video made me cry... I love it so much. I hope that this will be my wedding song one day for whoever I marry XD
Damian DeLeon Edmonson
This is such a cute video! The image of you laughing while you're in bed playing the guitar with the couples - it's priceless!
Antonio Vattolenti
Awww it's beautiful, I love it!
tomgossmusic
@kel marth Thank you!
Craig Brown
Here's another for the playlist, Glad I decided to go through your catalogue. You deserve a good a career as Dolly. All your songs are just so listenable and meaningful. All from the heart.
And that's what sells.
Craig Brown
Thank you for being a gay icon.
All those gay teenagers will love your easy transition to the gay world through song.
Guitarman1982
he is very talented and an artist and very helpful he helped me out with out even knowing me . great voice
Lloyd Peacock
we just managed to find you Tom along with your other very talented friend and love all of your music. Can't wait to get your CD, Do you ever plan to tour Canada? Especially Vancouver, B.C. Would love to see you live in Concert. Keep up the great work you do. Bob and Lloyd New Canadian fans.