Braye (@brayethebadger) is a talented singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist hailing from Port Harcourt, Nigeria. Not too long ago, he released “I Wish I Had More Time,” the title track of his debut EP via MOTHER AFRICA REIGNS SUPREME (MARS).
Braye – “I Wish I Had More Time” (Official Music Video)
“I Wish I Had More Time” encapsulates a raw longing for freedom and self-discovery. The opening lines, “It’s my time, I want it all,” illustrate a theme of ambition and urgency that resonates with many listeners. Through these lyrics, Braye expresses a desire to break free from life’s constraints and seize opportunities.
As the song unfolds, phrases like, “What I keep on reaching for, freedom from the sleep they come upon the ones who never see,” highlight the struggle against complacency. Braye emphasizes that life should be about chasing new experiences rather than settling for the mundane. The idea of being caught in the depths of despair is conveyed when Braye sings about the fears and doubts that plague those who have lost sight of their aspirations.
The chorus, with the line, “Oh, I never felt something like this before,” captures the intensity of emotions tied to missed opportunities. Listeners are transported to a place of reflection, considering their own moments of hesitation and regret. The urgency in the lyrics, combined with the melody, creates a powerful experience that resonates deeply.
Ultimately, “I Wish I Had More Time” serves as a reminder of the importance of pursuing one’s dreams and never settling for less. Each verse offers insight into personal battles and the common human experience of yearning for more. Through this song, Braye not only explores his own journey but invites listeners to join him in the pursuit of a freer, more fulfilled life.
“Don’t curse me with your love don’t kill me with your tears.”
Braye is a diamond in the rough. Just like diamonds, the truest artists are born under the kind of pressure that could make or break the toughest among us. He is a beacon that inherent talent can never be denied.
“Even with constant moving around, sleeping in a friend’s car some nights, and my dad not being too happy about my decision to pursue music… I just found a way,” Braye explains. “I feel like I’m meant to make music. I just wanted it too much to not take it seriously.”
Braye’s journey fuels his art, therein lies his strength: a determination to live and create on his own terms. A refreshing new voice emerging out of the continent, Braye has taken it upon himself to make the type of reggae, soul, and jazz-infused music that raised him and imbued them with the sounds of his native Nigeria and Accra, Ghana, where he went to school. Listening to greats like Amy Winehouse, Bob Marley, Dennis Brown, Sam Cooke, and Ray Charles, developed his taste for nostalgic composition and expression.
Listen to Braye’s “I Wish I Had More Time” EP
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