1) Tyler Jam… Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one artist with this name, including:
1) Tyler James (born on 5 January 1982) is a British R&B singer–songwriter from east London.
2) Tyler James (born on 31 March 1982) is an American singer-songwriter from Nashville.
1. Tyler James (born Kenneth Gordon on 5 January 1982) is a British R&B singer–songwriter from Canning Town, East London. The Single Tear Songfacts reports that James signed to Island Records in 2003 after they heard a demo tape featuring his future debut single, "Why Do I Do?” The song reached #25 on the UK Singles Chart and its follow-up, "Foolish" did even better peaking at #16. His debut album 'The Unlikely Lad' was released only on digital download and did not chart and James slipped off the radar for several years. James was a close friend of Amy Winehouse who he collaborated with on his debut album, he also toured with her.
In 2012 he was chosen to audition and eventually became a finalist on the talent show The Voice UK. James auditioned with the song "(Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay" by Otis Redding. Judges Jessie J and will.i.am took interest and James eventually opted to join will.i.am's team. His final song was a Higher Love, James performed the James Vincent McMorrow version of "Higher Love" by Stevie Winwood. Alongside singer Bo Bruce, James was announced as the series' runner-up behind Leanne Mitchell. Following his success on The Voice UK, James released his second album, A Place I Go, which peaked at number 47 on the UK Albums Chart.
2. Tyler James (born Tyler James Geertsma on 31 March 1982) is an American singer-songwriter from Nashville. He is known for his work as a solo recording artist, as keyboardist in Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros, and as one half of the duo Escondido.
[for the American actor and rapper, see Tyler James Williams]
Higher Love
Tyler James Lyrics
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Down in the heart and in stars above
Without it life feels a waste of time
Look inside your heart I will look inside mine
Things look so bad and everywhere
And this whole world once fair
We walk blind we try to see
Bring me a higher love
And this higher love I've been thinking of
Was a time we?re just singing on
Facing our fears and standing out there alone
All the yearning and this swift of me
There must be someone who's feeling with me
Things look so bad and everywhere
And this whole world once fair
We walk blind we try to see
Falling behind and what could be
Bring me a higher love
And this higher love I've been thinking of
I could let them nod up with my soul on fire
I could burn the sunlight from pure desire
Can you feel the love come over me
Can you feel how strong I could be
Bring me a higher love
And this higher love I've been thinking of
Tyler James's song "Higher Love" is a plea for a love greater than ourselves. The lyrics convey a sense of desperation for something beyond the physical world. The first line, "Think about it, that must be a higher love", sets the tone for the rest of the song. The lyrics suggest that there is a love that exists beyond our understanding, beyond our comprehension. This love is described as being both within the heart and in the stars above.
The song goes on to express how life feels like a waste of time without this higher love. The world is full of pain and suffering, yet we still try to see and understand. The lyrics suggest that we are all searching for something that we cannot see or fully comprehend. The final lines of the chorus, "Bring me a higher love and this higher love I've been thinking of", are a desperate plea for help in finding this love.
Throughout the song, the lyrics convey a sense of spiritual yearning. The singer expresses a desire for connection to something greater than himself. The lines, "Can you feel the love come over me, can you feel how strong I could be" suggest that once the singer has found this love, he will be transformed, empowered by its strength.
Overall, "Higher Love" is a song that speaks to the universal human desire for connection and belonging. It suggests that there is a love that exists beyond what we can see and comprehend, a love that can transcend the pain and suffering of our physical world.
Line by Line Meaning
Think about it, that must be a higher love
The love that's worth having must be a strong and meaningful one
Down in the heart and in stars above
Love exists both within us and outside of us, in the universe
Without it life feels a waste of time
Life without love is meaningless and unfulfilling
Look inside your heart I will look inside mine
We should examine our own hearts and souls to find and cultivate love
Things look so bad and everywhere
The world is full of difficulties and challenges
And this whole world once fair
The world used to be more just and peaceful
We walk blind we try to see
We are struggling to navigate through life's hardships and find meaning
Falling behind and what could be
We're not moving forward and achieving our potential
Bring me a higher love
I desire love that is strong and meaningful
And this higher love I've been thinking of
I've been longing for a greater, more fulfilling love
Was a time we're just singing on
There was a time when we were happier and less burdened
Facing our fears and standing out there alone
We must confront our fears and stand alone if need be in order to grow
All the yearning and this swift of me
We all have a strong desire for love and to be understood
There must be someone who's feeling with me
I believe there is someone who can empathize and share my feelings
I could let them nod up with my soul on fire
I have the potential to ignite my soul with love
I could burn the sunlight from pure desire
My passion for love can be intense and powerful
Can you feel the love come over me
Can you sense the love that is emanating from me
Can you feel how strong I could be
I have the potential to be a powerful force if fueled by love
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Steve Winwood, Will Jennings
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Phil Morgan
Fantastic version. Very talented, must have watched it a hundred times over the years
Chi Javier
Even now 2021 his style will still be very current. I remember him getting better as the competition went along that I thought he should have won.
Nesha G
I don't know why, but personally, i prefer this, his live show version of the song compared to his studio version. Both are lovely, but this just feels so real and angelic! All the best Tyler! X
Ready To Watch
In 2019 you have kygo
Rina L
G YG where's his studio version?? x
NimblePixel
This performance has always stuck with me. <3
A.R.M.Y Papaya
Legendary. I’m still watching this. Best ballad version of this song
Doc Davos
Hello
Megan Bethany
Still watch this now! One of my fave performances💗
UpTheAntie
Amazing cover by James, always loved this.