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David Archuleta is certainly getting nice compliments from many singer-songwriters. Just today Omar Afuni twittered his admiration for David’s talent. It is wonderful to hear how many fellow artists admire David’s talent. Go to his My Space and read up on Omar Afuni.
Born on June 13th ’85, Omar Afuni (pronounced: Afyooni) is a singer-songwriter who believes he exists “to sing & make a difference in people’s lives with music.” He first got into music at age five when his uncle bought him a Casio toy keyboard. His mother noticed he could play by ear any song he heard on TV or the radio. Omar’s love for music grew with age and when he was 11 he decided to shift from playing an instrument to making his voice one.
Listening to legendary artists like Elton John, George Michael, Stevie Wonder & many endless others, Omar managed to train his voice & make it the best it could possibly be. Influences by more modern artists like Brian McKnight & JC Chasez took place as he grew older. He would sing for hours every day and try out new techniques, which he still does to this very day.
He began songwriting when he was 14 and by the age of 16 he had written & recorded his first song. Omar has now written enough songs to fill several albums; the songs showcase how much he has grown over the years as an artist.
He says, “My music is very personal & honest, I don’t write lyrics unless I’m in a certain state of mind or feeling something. I think it’s really important to reach out to people through music and make them feel like they’re not alone in this world. Music is a very powerful tool and I plan on using it positively.”
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David Archuleta is a celebrity with a “green” conscience. He wears the Green Bracelet to support Africa. The Green Bracelet retails for $125. From each purchase, the Simmons Jewelry Company will donate $20 or more to Diamond Empowerment Fund.
Green Bracelet | Diamond Empowerment Fund.
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I Love You, I Love You, I Love You! David Archuleta!
Visiting friends in Arizona we had just left for a drive to explore some famous caves in their area. We were out in the middle of nowhere and my phone rang. Surprised I even got a signal, I was curious who would be calling. So I dug into my purse and answered the call.
The smile and delight on my face showed and my friends wondered who was calling, and when they heard the call, they all thought that was the sweetest thing they had ever heard. My friend’s husband even said, “I should have thought to serenade, but I can’t sing.” We even played it again as my friends couldn’t believe David sent such a sweet message to his fans.
Valentine’s Day was special for me because of David Archuleta!
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Songs As I write my latest installment for ‘The Song of the Week,’ it is Valentine’s Day. So I was wondering what song I should choose to write about this week. I thought about so many of David’s songs. He sings love ballads so beautifully. The fact is, I am absolutely ‘in love’ with all of David Archuleta’s music! So what should I choose? Well, I finally decided to share one song in particular with all of you. I believe that this may be my favorite song from David so far.
The Song of the Week is…
The song “You Can” was written by Antonina Armato and Tim James for David’s self-titled début album, released by JIVE Records in November of 2008. The song is about letting that special someone know that they are the one and only true love in your life. It is a beautiful ballad and a perfect song for David’s voice. He sings it with so much feeling and emotion, that honestly I am left speechless every time I hear it.
For your listening pleasure, “You Can” from David Archuleta’s self-titled album:
David Archuleta singing “You Can” from AOL Sessions ‘Live’:
~Lyrics to “You Can”
Mmmmm
Take me where I’ve never been
Help me on my feet again
Show me that good things come to those who wait
Tell me I’m not on my own
Tell me I won’t be alone
Tell me what I’m feeling isn’t some mistake
’cause if anyone can make me fall in love, you canSave me from myself, you can
And it’s you and no one else
If I could wish upon tomorrow tonight would never end
If you asked me I would follow
But for now I’ll just pretend
’cause if anyone can make me fall in love, you canBaby, when you look at me
Tell me what do you see
Are these the eyes of someone you could love?
’cause everything that brought me here
Well, not it all seems so clear
Baby, you’re the one that I’ve been dreaming of
If anyone can make me fall in love, you canSave me from myself, you can
And it’s you and no one else
If I could wish upon tomorrow tonight would never end
If you asked me I would follow
But for now I’ll just pretend
’cause if anyone can make me fall in loveOnly you can take me sailing in your deepest eyes
Bring me to my knees and make me cry
And no one’s ever done this
Everything was just a lie and I know, yes, I knowThis is where it all begins
So tell me it will never end
I can’t fool myself, it’s you and no one elseIf I could wish upon tomorrow tonight would never end
If you asked me I would follow
But for now I’ll just pretend
’cause if anyone can make me fall in love, you canShow me that good things come to those who wait.
It was a little less than a year ago that I first heard David sing “You Can” live at a show in Northampton, MA, on March 2, 2009. I will never forget the powerful way he touched all of us that night. He is such an amazing performer and hearing him sing this just blew me away! Here is video from that performance:
Have a great week all and don’t forget to let those you love know how much they mean to you, not just on Valentine’s day but as often as ‘You Can’! 😉
Take care,
Katie
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