He started to write song at around age of 14. At the age of 15 he had to chose between table tennis and music and he chose music. He lists Michael Jackson as one his biggest influences and funk and soul as the genres he got accustomed to listen when growing up. As modern day artists he likes Paolo Nutini and Maverick Sabre.
He released two EPs in 2015 and in 2017 his debut album Only When We're Naked. Album debuted at number 100 on the UK Albums Chart.
To date he has released 12 singles and 6 songs being a featured artist.
He is currently signed to Atlantic Records.
His songwriting credits include songs for artist like Paloma Faith and Sigala.
Only When We're Naked
Zak Abel Lyrics
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Nothing but the whole truth
I wanna see the side of you
You don't reveal
Love me at your loudest
Let me see your wildest
This feeling in my heart is cold
And I'm for real
So intoxicating, when we make love
Only when we're naked, can we be one
Only when we're naked
Like we were created
Only when we're naked
Can we be one tonight, just you and I
I don't wanna hold back
Baby, you should know that
I would walk across the world
To see you through
We can make it holy
You just gotta show me
'Cause I say love's a ruined word
Meant for two
So intoxicating, when we make love
Only when we're naked, can we be one
Only when we're naked
Like we were created
Only when we're naked
Can we be one tonight, just you and I
Wanna be naked, I wanna be naked with you (woohoo)
Wanna be naked, I wanna be naked with you (woohoo)
I'm feeling your lovin', your energy pulling me through (woohoo)
Wanna be naked, I wanna be naked with you, ooh,
Oh yeah
Wanna be naked with you baby, wanna be naked with you baby
Oh
Only when we're naked
Like we were created
I don't wanna fake it
Can we be one tonight, just you and I
The song "Only When We're Naked" by Zak Abel expresses the idea of intimacy and being completely open and honest with your partner. The first verse talks about wanting to see the side of your partner that they don't reveal to anyone else. The second verse talks about being willing to walk across the world for your partner and making the love you share a sacred thing. The chorus repeats the idea that only when we're vulnerable and exposed can we truly be one with our partner.
The song can be seen as a celebration of the connection that can be achieved through physical intimacy, but at the same time, it hints at a deeper level of connection that can only be achieved when we are emotionally naked and exposed to one another. It's not just about the physical act of being naked, it's about being completely open and honest with your partner, being willing to share everything about yourself, and accepting everything about them in return. Abel's voice, combined with the stripped-down instrumentation, adds to the feeling of vulnerability and intimacy in the song.
Overall, "Only When We're Naked" is a beautiful ode to human relationships, emotional vulnerability, and intimacy.
Line by Line Meaning
Baby, let me know you
I want to know everything about you, the real you
Nothing but the whole truth
I don't just want bits and pieces, I want the whole truth
I wanna see the side of you
There's a side to you that you don't show anyone, I want to see it
You don't reveal
You keep some things hidden from the world
Love me at your loudest
Express your love for me to the fullest, don't hold back
Let me see your wildest
I want to see the craziest, most passionate side of you
This feeling in my heart is cold
My emotions have been cold and distant, but I'm serious about this
And I'm for real
I'm not just saying these things, I truly mean them
So intoxicating, when we make love
Our chemistry is powerful and all-consuming when we're intimate
Only when we're naked, can we be one
We fully connect and become one when we're vulnerable and open with each other
Only when we're naked
We need to drop our defenses and be completely open with each other
Like we were created
It's natural and innate for us to be this way with each other
Can we be one tonight, just you and I
Let's fully connect and be present with each other tonight, with no distractions
I don't wanna hold back
I want to give you everything, with no hesitation
Baby, you should know that
I want you to realize how much I care for you
I would walk across the world
I would do anything to be with you, no matter the distance
To see you through
I want to be there for you no matter what
We can make it holy
Our love can be sacred and meaningful
You just gotta show me
You need to lead the way and show me how to make this meaningful
'Cause I say love's a ruined word
I believe the word 'love' has lost its true meaning in today's world
Meant for two
True love is meant for just two people to share
Wanna be naked, I wanna be naked with you (woohoo)
I want to be completely open and vulnerable with you
I'm feeling your lovin', your energy pulling me through (woohoo)
Your love and energy are helping me overcome any obstacles
Wanna be naked with you, ooh, oh yeah
I want to have a deep, intimate connection with you
Wanna be naked with you baby, wanna be naked with you baby
I want to be completely open with you, baby, I want to share everything with you
I don't wanna fake it
I don't want to pretend, I want to be real with you
Can we be one tonight, just you and I
Let's be completely open and vulnerable with each other tonight, with no distractions
Lyrics © Budde Music Publishing GmbH, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Danny Shah, Will Simms, Sky Adams, Guy Chambers, Zak Abel, Lawrie Martin, Marcus Vallance
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Diana Gazcon
Baby, let me know you
Nothing but the whole truth
I wanna see the side of you
You don't reveal
Love me at your loudest
Let me see your wildest
This feeling in my heart is cold
And I'm for real
So intoxicating, when we make love
Only when we're naked, can we be one
Only when we're naked
Like we were created
Only when we're naked
Can we be one tonight, just you and I
I don't wanna hold back
Baby, you should know that
I would walk across the world
To see you through
We can make it holy
You just gotta show me
'Cause I say love's a ruined word
Meant for two
So intoxicating, when we make love
Only when we're naked, can we be one
Only when we're naked
Like we were created
Only when we're naked
Can we be one tonight, just you and I
Wanna be naked, I wanna be naked with you (woohoo)
Wanna be naked, I wanna be naked with you (woohoo)
I'm feeling your lovin', your energy pulling me through (woohoo)
Wanna be naked, I wanna be naked with you, ooh,
Oh yeah
Wanna be naked with you baby, wanna be naked with you baby
Oh
Only when we're naked
Like we were created
I don't wanna fake it
Can we be one tonight, just you and I
Songwriters: Danny Shah / Will Simms / Sky Adams / Guy Chambers / Zak Abel / Lawrie Martin / Marcus Vallance
Only When We're Naked lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing, BMG Rights Management
Joshua Usher
This dude slays the vocal game.
ceteris paribus
yea ! he is is underrated good .. i wish he could sing for my Ableton productions.. and have it directed at the girl that I love... LOL
eddygurrr
Yes Zak. Yes saxophone. Yes to everything!! Solid performance 💚💚💚
Arlene Aria
HE DID IT AGAIN! Oh my, I need all this live/acoustic versions on streaming services boy, pls
Thuy Phan
Love how diverse this session's crew is!
Favour.O
The energy is real!!!!!
Kionna Gillespie
Awh the way he grooves just warms up my heart 😍
Simon Jones
I love the dexterity of your voice. The musical style of this bridges many styles ( jazz, soul, funk and RnB) and you have a spirit that lifts the soul.
Bryan Torres
I really hope this song pushes @Zak Abel into the international music arena!
This is a great live combo right here! Loving both versions. Play this one twice, then the studio cut twice, rinse and repeat.
Ariel
The voice of the artist makes me like his/her music even If it is a different sound from what I usually listen. Specially if it is a powerful, attractive and enjoyable voice. This happened to me with Faouzia, Calum Scott, Ella Henderson, Lewis Capaldi, Ben Platt and now with Zak Abel 👌💐🦄🎶🎷🎸🎹