Tori Kelly first rose to attention when her cover of Frank Ocean’s “Thinkin Bout You,” went viral, racking up over 22 million views. To date, her YouTube channel boasts over ONE MILLION YouTube Subscribers with over 89 million views. Now, two EP’s later Handmade Songs, which Kelly self-penned, produced, mixed and released, and Foreword, she plans to release her first full length debut this spring.
Kelly co-wrote “Nobody Love” off her 2015 Spring debut alongside Rickard Goransson and Max Martin. Martin says, "After hearing Tori sing, we felt so inspired that we had no choice but to get involved. It’s been such a pleasure to be a part of her journey.” She also co-wrote with such vets as Savan Kotecha, Toby Gad, Claude Kelly, Chuck Harmony, Wolf Cousins, and Ed Sheeran. The album, she says, does not depart from her soulful roots. “It’s like a marriage between that soulful urban thing and a mainstream pop vibe. It was hard to get to that place, but once we had ‘Nobody Love,’ I knew we’d cracked the code. It felt seamless.”
Working with one of the most successful hit makers in the industry is a long way from Kelly’s early years making songs in her bedroom and posting them online. Born and raised in Temecula, California, Kelly is the daughter of musicians, her dad is a singer and bassist and her mom plays piano and saxophone. She sites early influences like gospel singer Crystal Lewis, Jill Scott, Jeff Buckley, and Maxwell.
Over the past year and a half, Kelly has sold out shows in several major cities (including The Troubadour and The Roxy in Los Angeles, the Bowery Ballroom and Gramercy Theatre in New York City, and Bush Hall in London), headlined a nine-city sold-out U.S. tour, and supported Ed Sheeran, and Sam Smith on tour.
“I'm excited to get out and play for people. That's always the dream.”
Don't You Worry 'Bout A Thing
Tori Kelly Lyrics
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Mmm, yeah
Everybody's got a thing
But some don't know how to handle it
Always reaching out in vain
Just taking the things not worth having but
Don't you worry 'bout a thing, mama
'Cause I'll be standing on the side
When you check it out, oh
They say your style of life's a drag
And that you must go other places
Just don't you feel too bad
When you get fooled by smiling faces
Don't you worry 'bout a thing
Don't you worry 'bout a thing, baby
'Cause I'll be standing on the side
When you're checking out
When you get off your trip
Don't you worry 'bout a thing
Don't you worry 'bout a thing
Come on
Everybody needs a change
A chance to check out the new, yeah
You're the only one who sees
The changes you take yourself through
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
Don't you worry 'bout a thing, thing
Don't you worry 'bout a thing, thing
Don't you worry 'bout a thing, thing
Don't you worry 'bout a thing, thing
Pa-pa-p, pa-pa-pa-pa
Pa-pa-pa-pa-pa-pa-pa-pa
Pa-pa-p, pa-pa-pa-pa
Pa-pa-pa-pa-pa-pa-pa-pa
Don't you worry 'bout a thing
Don't you worry 'bout a thing, mama
'Cause I'll be standing on the side
When you're checking out
When you get off your trip
Don't you worry 'bout a thing
Don't you worry 'bout a thing, mama
'Cause I'll be standing on the side
When you're checking out
Oh, don't you worry 'bout a thing
Don't you worry 'bout a thing, mama
'Cause I'll be standing, I'll be standing by you
Oh
Oh, oh, don't you worry 'bout a thing
In "Don't You Worry 'Bout a Thing," Tori Kelly deconstructs the ubiquitous challenge of life's struggles with her soothing voice and lyrics. The song begins with her acknowledging that everyone has their battle, but not everyone knows how to confront it, and some settle for things not worth having. She reassures the listener and urges them to let go of their worries as she will be there to stand by them, check them out and support them. This inspirational message is a reminder that we all have our ups and downs, and we need to trust the support systems and ourselves to get through them.
Tori Kelly's "Don't You Worry 'Bout a Thing" is an adaptation from the Stevie Wonder version that was released in 1973. Unlike the original version, Kelly's rendition amplifies the groove with an infusion of neo-soul and a pop-funk pizzazz. As one of the standout tracks from her 2019 album, Inspired by True Events, the song has garnered praise for its hopeful message and Kelly's vocal prowess. This upbeat, energetic song is about the power of hope and resilience, and how these two can help us overcome difficulties and setbacks.
Line by Line Meaning
Everybody's got a thing
Every person has their own unique thing or talent
But some don't know how to handle it
However, some people struggle to manage their skills or strengths
Always reaching out in vain
These people keep trying hard without any positive outcomes
Just taking the things not worth having but
Resorting to settling for things that do not hold any true value
Don't you worry 'bout a thing
You do not have to worry or stress about anything, I've got your back
Don't you worry 'bout a thing, mama
You do not have to worry or stress about anything, mother
'Cause I'll be standing on the side
I will be there for you as a support system
When you check it out, oh
When you are assessing your situation or making decisions, I will be present
They say your style of life's a drag
People criticize your way of life as unexciting or tedious
And that you must go other places
They suggest that you should explore or travel to different locations
Just don't you feel too bad
Do not be upset or worried about being led astray
When you get fooled by smiling faces
When you are deceived or misled by deceptive and friendly individuals
Come on
Let's go
Everybody needs a change
Everyone requires something different from time to time
A chance to check out the new, yeah
An opportunity to explore and discover something new
You're the only one who sees
You are the sole person who sees or observes the changes within yourself
The changes you take yourself through
The transformations or developments you undergo
Don't you worry 'bout a thing, thing
You do not have to stress or be concerned about anything, thing
Pa-pa-p, pa-pa-pa-pa
Instrumental
PA-pa-pa-pa-pa-pa-pa-pa
Instrumental
Don't you worry 'bout a thing
You do not have to stress or be concerned about anything
Oh, oh, don't you worry 'bout a thing
Do not be worried or concerned about anything
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Stevie Wonder
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Lyrics
Everybody's got a thing
But some don't know how to handle it
Always reachin' out in vain
Just takin' the things not worth having
But don't you worry 'bout a thing
Don't you worry 'bout a thing, mama
'Cause I'll be standin' on the side
When you check it out, oh
They say your style of life's a drag
And that you must go other places
Just don't you feel too bad
When you get fooled by smiling faces
Don't you worry 'bout a thing
Don't you worry 'bout a thing, baby
'Cause I'll be standing on the side
When you check it out
When you get off your trip
Don't you worry 'bout a thing
Don't you worry 'bout a thing
(Come on)
Everybody needs a change
A chance to check out the new, yeah
You're the only one who sees
The changes you take yourself through
Oh-oh-oh-ooh-oh-oh-oh
Don't you worry 'bout a thing
Don't you worry 'bout a thing
Don't you worry 'bout a thing
Don't you worry 'bout a thing
Oh
Pa-pa, pa-pa-pa-pa
Pa-pa-pa-pa-pa-pa-pa-pa
Pa-pa, pa-pa-pa-pa
Pa-pa-pa-pa-pa-pa-pa-pa
Don't you worry 'bout a thing
Don't you worry 'bout a thing, mama
'Cause I'll be standin' on the side
When you check it out
When you get off your trip
Don't you worry 'bout a thing
Don't you worry 'bout a thing, mama
'Cause I'll be standin' on the side
When you check it out
Don't you worry
Don't you worry 'bout a thing, mama
'Cause I'll be standin' (I'll be standin' for you)
Oh-oh-ooh-oh-ooh
Oh-oh-oh
Don't you worry 'bout a thing
@Ninja-xk2th
Reasons to love Tori Kelly:
• She can literally sing almost anything
• She doesn't need to show skin (even tho she has an AMAZING body)
• She's humble, she doesn't think she's the best and doesn't steal anyone's spotlight while singing with someone else
• Those perfect hair curls
• Perfect control of her singing
• She has riffs for days
• She can play the guitar like a pro WHILE singing, have you seen those runs?
• She started as a middle-class, so she didn't cheat her way up (moneyyyy)
• She wears normal clothes, she doesn't need all that fancy, expensive clothing
• She's sweet to all her fans
• She was a Grammy nominee
• She plays the drums, guitar (mentioned), keyboard, girl's got Skillsss
• She writes ALL her songs, although some helped for her Unbreakable Smile album
• She CAN do whistle notes, but decides not to (proves she's not a show off)
• She can sing LIVE
• She ain't got time for excessive auto-tune
• She played a protagonist in an animated movie
• She makes awkward, cute jokes
• She isn't afraid to show her love for God
• She makes music knowing she has a young crowd listening to her
• She doesn't cuss (not that is bad to, but it's nice she chooses not to)
• She can deliver those chills
Edit: Oops came back to put more XD
Comment below more reasons ⬇️⬇️⬇️
@LeroySanchez
Ugggggghhhhhhh SHES SO F***** INCREDIBLE!!!!!!!
@stefizkool1603
Leroy Sanchez Please do another Tori Kelly cover you're an amazing singer as well!
@MissUdenGoofed
I see u fanboy-ing, Leroy 😏
@kingherold7205
Leroy Sanchez can you do a cover of this song of your own version, please?😊
@khrizzyy
Leroy Sanchez colab!!!
@DKMarcos
Leroy Sanchez pls do a new TK cover 👏👏👏👏👏
@StingrayKaraoke
This is great!
@anirahhh
that’s what im saying !
@ASHEMASTER
Wow
@pjboatwright2213
True