The statement in ‘Let Me Tell You Now’ takes a basic declaration of love and turns it into a sincere reminder that sometimes the words we are most afraid to say are actually the ones that matter most.
Erick Oscar’s “Let Me Tell You Now” has an immediately personal touch. Instead of attempting to deal with complex ideas about love, the song is based on something much more ordinary: the deep affection one has for someone and the awareness that such feelings should not remain unsaid. Composed for his wife, Erick uses the song to describe the qualities he admires in her, both on the inside and on the outside, and also touches on a sensation that is something many people can identify with — the reluctance to say what is truly in one’s heart. The honesty is what gives the song ‘Let Me Tell You Now’ its emotional core. The title sounds as though it’s a small act of bravery since it implies that there is no valid reason for putting off an important declaration of love. Erick points out that men may at times ‘chicken out’ when expressing their feelings and therefore decide to delay rather than telling their partner how much they mean to them. The song makes that hesitation its main message: if someone is important to you, tell them now. What gives the song its strength is the way Erick deals directly with the subject. It is not a love song based on dramatic actions. It is one about appreciation; he seizes the chance to acknowledge the person next to him and expresses the feelings which might otherwise be taken for granted in a long-term relationship. As a result, the song sounds less like a display of romance and more like a real conversation between two individuals who have lived together.
Erick Oscar’s background makes it possible to understand why songwriting has become such an important means of expression for him; his father, who was also a singer, exposed him from an early age to love songs and ballads. Having played acoustic guitar with his worship band for over 35 years, he states that he has written more than 1,200 songs during that period. This long association with songwriting is reflected in the sincerity of “Let Me Tell You Now”; the song is based on an idea which does not need to be emphasised since its emotional truth is already powerful. The song also fits well with Erick’s general method of creating music. He is an independent songwriter and producer whose work spans country, Americana, pop, ballads, bachata, reggaeton and other genres. Rather than beginning with a particular genre, his songwriting focuses on the story he wishes to tell. The story behind “Let Me Tell You Now” is clearly romantic, but the message it conveys is universal in that appreciation is more meaningful when it is expressed. The song is also in keeping with the general nature of Erick Oscar’s 2026 record output, since in all his releases he has on numerous occasions dealt with themes such as love, relationships, faith, reflection and the experiences which shape everyday life. “Let Me Tell You Now” gives expression to this approach in one of its most personal forms; it is a loving portrayal of his wife, yet it also prompts listeners to consider the people they love and the things they may have failed to say.
The track is included in Erick Oscar’s album “Hold The Light” together with other songs such as “Everything I Needed”, “Still Ridin’ On”, “Guess I Clapped Loud Enough”, “Total Package”, “Till We Turn Grey”, “It’s Over”, “Congela el Tiempo”, “Eres Mi Latido” and “Abraza a Tus Amigos Esta Noche”. The album shows the variety of topics and styles which have become part of Erick’s songwriting. What makes “Let Me Tell You Now” so memorable, though, is the fact that it is simple. The song essentially urges us to stop taking it for granted that those closest to us know how we feel; even though love may be there every day, expressing it out loud can give it a different kind of significance. Erick takes this idea and turns it into a personal musical message for his wife. It’s also pleasant that the inspiration is so particular; Erick didn’t compose the song just because he wanted to produce yet another romantic piece. He wrote it since he had something he wished to share with his wife. This personal origin contributes to the song’s warmth and helps listeners to connect with its message. For Erick Oscar, songwriting goes hand in hand with the way he sees life; he regards music as having the power to touch the soul, to inspire people and to bring feelings to the surface. The song “Let Me Tell You Now” achieves all this by giving a voice to an ordinary yet important truth about human beings. There’s no need for a complicated explanation in some cases of love. All that is sometimes required is for it to be stated. In the song “Let Me Tell You Now”, Erick Oscar makes it absolutely clear that **if you love someone, you should not keep waiting for the perfect moment—you must tell them now.
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