By 1990 the band had signed to Geffen Records, and released their debut album "Don't Come Easy". Musically, it was somewhere between Whitesnake and Bon Jovi, with Tyketto opening for the former on many bills. However, the rise of the 'grunge' sound in 1991 saw Tyketto's hopes of the big breakthrough begin to recede. Jimi left the band and was replaced by Jamie Scott. Their second album was rejected by Geffen and finally emerged in 1994 under the title "Strength In Numbers" on CMC in the USA and Music for Nations elsewhere in the world.
The following year Vaughn left the band to look after his wife, who had developed cancer, and was replaced by former Tall Stories vocalist Steve Augeri. Tyketto's sound began to move more towards a Journey-type style (Augeri would later become lead vocalist for Journey), and this line-up released "Shine" in 1995, again on CMC / Music for Nations. However, dwindling audiences and the changing landscape of the rock industry saw the band disband in 1996, releasing "Take Out & Served Up Live" as a swansong, having never really broken through. The various band members went onto other projects, most notably Danny, Micheal and Jamie would reunite in Vaughn
In 2004 Tyketto reformed for a reunion tour with the full original lineup.
Nothing But Love
Tyketto Lyrics
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What do we have when things get rough, I heard the word, it's nothing but love
Yeah!
How can a man bear the weight of the world
What can he do to hold on to you, girl
What power keeps him from cryin' "enough!"
I heard the word, it's nothing but love
It ain't nothing but love, that's what I'm thinkin' of
What is the thunder that can tear down the walls
What is the hammer that can forge us all
What secret made me kill my Lord above
He had the answer, nothing but love
It ain't nothing but love, that's what I'm thinkin' of
It ain't nothing but love, drownin' in the blood, whoah, whoah, whoah, whoah
Sparkle in your eyes, tremble in your lips
Electric in your touch, losing on my grip
Everything you are, all that I can be
As I am to you, so you are to me
What is this thing pullin' at my heart, how does she keep from fallin' apart
(Solo)
It ain't nothing but love, that's what I'm thinkin' of
It ain't nothing but love, burnin' in my blood, whoah, whoah
It ain't nothing but love, that's what I'm thinkin' of
It ain't nothing but love, drownin' in the blood
I said, whoah, whoah, whoah, whoah, whoah
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The song "Nothing But Love" by Tyketto is a powerful ballad that explores the concept of love and its ability to give us strength and guide us through the struggles of life. The singer is seeking to understand this force that pulls at his heart and keeps him from falling apart. He recognizes that even in the toughest of times, love is the answer. The lyrics suggest that love is not just a feeling, but a powerful force that can hold the weight of the world and keep us from giving up. It is the spark that ignites our passions, the electricity in our touch, and the power that forges us together.
The songwriter also acknowledges that love can be a source of pain and confusion. The line “What secret made me kill my Lord above” suggests that love can drive us to do things we never thought we were capable of. However, even in the midst of this turmoil, love remains the only answer. The chorus repeats the message that love is all there is, and that it burns bright in our blood, giving us the strength to keep going.
Overall, the song is a powerful meditation on the nature of love and its ability to help us face life’s challenges. It suggests that love is not just a feeling, but a force that holds us together and gives us the courage to keep going.
Line by Line Meaning
What is this thing pullin' at my heart, how does she keep from fallin' apart
Wondering what this feeling is that's tugging at the heart, and how the person they love manages to hold it together.
What do we have when things get rough, I heard the word, it's nothing but love
Reflecting on what's important during hard times and realizing that the answer is simply love.
How can a man bear the weight of the world
Questioning how someone can handle the heavy burdens of life on their shoulders.
What can he do to hold on to you, girl
Pondering how to keep the person they love close during tough times.
What power keeps him from cryin' "enough!"
Thinking about the inner strength and resilience that allows someone to keep going even when they want to give up.
I heard the word, it's nothing but love
Realizing that love is the ultimate source of strength and comfort during hard times.
It ain't nothing but love, that's what I'm thinkin' of
Affirming that love is the most important thing to focus on and cherish.
Burnin' in my blood, whoah, whoah
Expressing the intensity and passion of their feelings of love.
What is the thunder that can tear down the walls
Wondering about the powerful force that can break down barriers and obstacles.
What is the hammer that can forge us all
Contemplating the transformative power of a force that can shape and mold people, like a blacksmith's hammer.
What secret made me kill my Lord above
Reflecting on past mistakes and regretting the harm caused to someone they love deeply.
He had the answer, nothing but love
Realizing that the solution to their problems and struggles is simply love.
Drownin' in the blood, whoah, whoah, whoah, whoah
Using powerful imagery to describe the all-consuming nature of their love.
Sparkle in your eyes, tremble in your lips
Noticing the small, subtle ways that the person they love expresses their emotions and being moved by them.
Electric in your touch, losing on my grip
Feeling overwhelmed by the intense and powerful connection they share with their loved one.
Everything you are, all that I can be
Recognizing how the person they love inspires and motivates them to be a better version of themselves.
As I am to you, so you are to me
Acknowledging the mutual exchange of love and support in their relationship.
(Solo)
Instrumental break or solo.
I said, whoah, whoah, whoah, whoah, whoah
Repeating the same vocalization as a musical flourish or emphasis.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: MICHAEL CLAYTON ARBEENY, DANIEL HIMLER, JAMES KENNEDY, DAVID M RUNDALL
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