Born and raised in Los Angeles, CA, Will Champlin is holding his own among … Read Full Bio ↴Born and raised in Los Angeles, CA, Will Champlin is holding his own among an industry of giants. From his education at Berklee College of Music in Boston to his time spent songwriting in Nashville, there can be no doubt that Will is a well refined musical Timebomb! An accomplished and versatile piano player, Will draws influence from artists like Stevie Wonder, Billy Preston, and Bruce Hornsby.

Will’s father Bill was a member of the infamous Rock band ‘Chicago’ for nearly 30 years and his mother Tamara is an accomplished songwriter and vocalist. Both parents strongly encouraged and fostered his natural musical abilities. In 2006, Will toured extensively as frontman for the Salvador Santana Band opening up for Carlos Santana and The Los Lonely Boys in Major Concert Venues across the U.S. In 2008, Will won for best R&B/Soul at the ‘Hollywood Music Awards’ for a song from his self-titled debut, ‘Now that we’re fallin’. He was also awarded Meer Music/Fame Games artist of the year in 2009. Will has had the opportunity to work with many top songwriters in the business such as Andreas Carlsson, Keith Thomas, Michael Caruso, Rivers Rutherford, Eric Bazilian, and many others.

Recently, Will Champlin landed his first major cut on Heather Headley’s Grammy Winning “Audience of One” Pop/R&B/Gospel album produced by Keith Thomas. Will is a soulful artist with an R&B/Rock/Pop Style that pulses with honesty, attitude, and inspiration. Wills tenacity and passion is evident in everything note and lyric he sings. Nuances of his charisma and soul are captured in every song. This music will make you move and move you at the same time.

Will in addition to his solo accomplishments is now currently on tour with The Sons Of Champlin as a member of the band. Visit Official Website for continuing updates and details http://www.willchamplin.com

While We're Young
Will Champlin Lyrics

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When you're facing
The end of your days
What of your life
Would you have changed

I know, brother
You've seen the rain
Wish I could sing you

Your pain away

Cause it don't matter
Where you've been
What you've done
It ain't the end

Oh when the saints come marching in
Down the streets
The streets of sin
Singin' "Ooooh"
"Oooh"

So use my lungs and breathe
And take these eyes and see
That you're not alone
And I'm begging you please
To use my lungs and breathe

Tomorrow's uncertain
But your debts are paid
So trade in your burdens
That stand in your way

While all the sad songs
Are getting known
His hope for you
To ease your soul

And when the saints come marching in
Oh, down the streets
The streets of sin
Singin' "Ooooh"
"Oooh"

So use my lungs and breathe
And take these eyes and see
That you're not alone
And I'm begging you please
To use my lungs and breathe

Ooooh Oooh

And breathe

Mhmmm

Ooooh Oooh

Oh, breathe

Overall Meaning

These lyrics from Will Champlin's song Breathe explore the sense of helplessness one may experience when faced with the end of their days. The song opens with a question, asking the listener what they would have changed in their life had they known it would come to an end. The second verse speaks directly to the listener, addressing them as "brother" and acknowledging the pain they have experienced. The chorus is an invitation to the listener to use the singer's lungs and breathe, to recognize that they are not alone, and to know that their debts are paid.

The hymn "When the Saints Go Marching In" is referenced in this song, singing of marching saints down the streets of sin. The allusion to the hymn is used to comfort the listener, suggesting that even in the midst of difficult circumstances, there is hope for something better. The song encourages the listener to breathe, to let go of their burdens, and to trust that their soul will be eased.

Overall, the lyrics of "Breathe" offer compassion, empathy, and a sense of hope. The singer recognizes the pain and difficulty of the listener's situation but encourages them to keep going and to use his strength to help them through it.

Line by Line Meaning

When you're facing
When you reach the end of your life

The end of your days
When your life is coming to an end

What of your life
What do you wish you could have done differently in your life?

Would you have changed
What would you change about your life?

I know, brother
I understand, friend

You've seen the rain
You've experienced hard times

Wish I could sing you
I wish I could help you feel better

Your pain away
Ease your pain

Cause it don't matter
It doesn't matter

Where you've been
Your past doesn't determine your future

What you've done
Your mistakes don't define you