2025 Competition Entry:

Little Things by Brian Grilli

Genre

Country

Artist

Co-writer(s)

no

Performer(s)

Brian Grilli – Vocals, Guitar, Bass, Percussion
Levi Lowery – Background Vocals, Guitar, Mandolin, Fiddle
Jake Foreman – Drums
Brian Wages – Keyboards

Description

It’s a story about me and growing older. It’s me reflecting on the past and urging people to slow down. I took time for granted and missed a lot of things in life. I want people to savor the moments that are special not through a phone but through their eyes and slow down.

Bio

Americana Music incorporates elements of various American roots music styles, including country, roots-rock, folk, bluegrass, R&B and blues. Virginia Beach’s Brian Grilli is that personified and has been bringing these elements in his music to audiences around the USA and Europe. He has written songs for “Sons of Anarchy”, Award Winning Independent Documentary “Until It Hurts”, and has amassed over two million streams.
“His success is attributed to his prolific songwriting, aggressive-yet-melodic guitar playing, and unique voice. Brian blends Southern Rock, Americana, Country, and Blues to form a familiar sound that doesn’t fit neatly into any one genre.” -Melanie Jongsma Lansing Journal.

Juxtaposing catchy and hook-laden melodies with thought provoking and introspective personal lyrics, this is an artist that knows how to entertain and captivate. Fans and critics alike have described Brian as “Having the ability to paint a picture whilst singing is something that not all artists can do, but Brian Grilli has mastered this art and with that I believe that many listeners can listen and relate to his stories.”-Jessica Troche Playbuzz.com. “There is undeniable emotion in every song creating a more personal listening experience. Each song tells a different story that seems to just blend into the next story even if they’re different topics.”-Rebecca Osier SkopeMag.com.

Brian caught the attention of both the independent and national music scene with his debut album “Damn Good Day”, producing a #1 hit with the title track on New Music Weekly & Indieworld. His sophomore effort, “Deep South Symphony”, gained substantial radio airplay and media attention as it hit 9 Billboard Charts. The album produced two singles “My Hometown” and “California”, both making it to the top ten on New Music Weekly and Americana Radio charts.  His album “Progression” is a compilation of demo, B-sides, unreleased and live recordings written throughout his career showing the growth and maturity in his songwriting and diversity.

Brian’s newest album “Great Big Sky” is his third studio album produced by Levi Lowery at Nebari Studios in Athens, Georgia. It features guest spots by Blackberry Smoke’s Charlie Starr and Paul Jackson, as well as Steepwater Band’s Jeff Massey. These genre busting songs give off classic rock and Americana vibes, with all of them provoking familiar emotions and situations.

Brian has performed at many venues, festivals and clubs including Sturgis Bike Rally, Country USA, Musikmesse, NAMM. Brian has also opened for Blackberry Smoke, David Allen Coe, Steel Woods, Brantley Gilbert, Cheap Trick and .38 Special. Brian puts on a captivating, high-energy performance blending musicianship, creativity and tradition.
“He has developed a songwriting style and a stage presence that makes a strong connection with country audiences — whether it’s a few dozen people in a Hampton Roads bar or tens of thousands at the famous motorcycle rally in Sturgis, South Dakota, where he has played several times.” -Mike Hoytzclaw Daily Press.

Lyrics

If you’re going way too fast
Along your life’s path
You’re gonna miss a lot of things along the way
Take it from me my friend
It’s not a means to an end
Just take each day by day

The trail’s the thing that takes you there
Just feel the breeze in your hair
Smell a magnolia or two
Find a woman, settle down
Plant your roots in the ground
There’s so much more livin’ to do

Don’t let the little things pass you by
The best camera that you have is your eyes
Take a breath and look at the great big sky
Don’t let the little things pass you by

In the blink of an eye
You’ll be pushing 45
Wondering where the time has gone
Don’t worry about all of that
Grab your keys and grab your hat
Drive till the sunrise at dawn

Look over at your woman there
Realize she never cared
What car you drove or money that you made
Cuz you are rich in family so sit with her and just be
With a little weed and wine and your ok

Chorus

See your children all grown up
With their little ones who run amuck
It’s time for a well deserved rest
The love you gave you have received
Just sit back and lift your feet
Knowing that you’ve done your best

Chorus

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