For her performance in the musical Jesus Christ Superstar as Mary Magdalene, Chisholm won Best Supporting Actress in a musical at the Whatsonstage.com Awards.
Melanie also has co-written 11 UK Number 1s - more than any other female artist independently or as part of a duo, quartet or quintet, being surpassed by Madonna in 2006.
Melanie started her music career in 1996 as one fifth of the world's biggest girl group, Spice Girls. During their reign of the 1990s, the girls scored nine number 1 singles in the UK, sold over 40 million albums worldwide and made their distinctive mark on pop culture. By 2000, that figure rose to 53 million and preceded the groups’ eventual disbandment as well as Melanie’s burgeoning solo career.
Embracing a new creative direction, her first solo endeavour was the Bryan Adams duet ‘When You’re Gone’, which reached the UK Top 3 and became a huge European hit. Setting the tone for her first ever debut solo album, ‘Northern Star’ followed in 1999 and peaked at Number 4. Spawning 2 Number 1 singles, it was certified triple platinum in the United Kingdom, Gold in Australia and platinum in Europe.
Her second solo album, the Top 5 hit ‘Reason’, followed in March 2003. Containing tracks produced by former New Radicals frontman Gregg Alexander and Marius De Vries (Madonna, Rufus Wainright), it boasted a vibrant, coesive sound of increasing musical maturity and rapidly went Gold after the lead Top Ten single ‘Here It Comes Again’.
In early 2004, Melanie founded her own independent label Red Girl Records. So-called after her beloved Liverpool Football Club and propensity to blush easily, it provided undiluted artistic freedom and saw the release of ‘Beautiful Intentions’, Melanie’s third solo LP.
Songs were previewed before fans at a series a Barfly gigs in the summer of 2004 as Melanie became eager to encapsulate the 'live' feel of her new tracks and one such previewed track, Next Best Superstar , was decided as the first single. It scored a top ten hit for Melanie at the start of 2005 and second single Better Alone was released as a download and through the official online shop.
In late 2005, Melanie was asked to record the theme tune to German soap opera 'Julia'. The track, written by Guy Chambers and Enrique Iglesias entitled First Day Of My Life, was then released in Germany where it topped the charts and was certified platinum after selling a massive 400,000 copies. But its success didn't stop there, going on to be number 1 in Spain, Portugal and Austria, it became one of the biggest hits of the year. The huge success of the single reflected on album sales as Beautiful Intentions became certified gold in Germany and platinum in Portugal, where it stayed at number 1 for nine weeks.
In October 2006 Melanie released her first ever Live Hits DVD. Recorded before a sold-out audience at London’s The Bridge, it featured 19 blistering hit singles and showcased her talent as both a writer and live performer.
Fast forward to now and Melanie kicks off 2007 with the challenge of 2 new singles prior to the album release. In Europe, the lead single is ‘The Moment You Believe’ – a beautiful love song written with long-term collaborator Peter Vettese that’s already powering its way up many European airplay charts. "This Time" also features writing and production credits from Guy Chambers, Cathy Dennis, Steve Mac, Stephen Hague, Jill Jackson and two of her own band members Paul Gendler and Greg Hatwell. Melanie played many festivals across Europe during the summer, including the sold out Isle of Wight Festival.
Here, the UK single is a stellar reinvigoration of the 1982 hit ‘I Want Candy’. Produced by Stephen Hague (whose previous credits include New Order, Siouxsie and the Banshees and Robbie Williams) it’s taken from the British film of the same name, which was heralded by Empire as “Fresh and funny a British American Pie”.
The videos for both singles were directed by Tim Royes and have attracted considerable attention. ‘The Moment You Believe’ was filmed in one continuos shot, while ‘I Want Candy’ sees Melanie dancing for the first time since the Spice Girls. As a result, it was the No.1 viewed video on You Tube the day it was added, gaining over 200,000 views.
In November 2007, Chisholm reunited with the Spice Girls for a Greatest Hits album release and a four-months world tour. When the tour reached its first two-day break, Chisholm performed an acoustic solo set at The Mint in Los Angeles on 6 December and another one in The Grand Ballroom in New York City. On the last show of the tour, Chisholm did her famous "Sporty Spice" backflip as a surprise to the fans, as well as the other Spice Girls. In February 2008 Chisholm returned to her solo career. She released her fourth album "This Time" in Canada on April 8 2008, followed by a full Canadian tour in May 2008. The first single was Carolyna. "Understand" was released as a second single in Canada on July 25th. The video was filmed largely in Toronto, but several live clips were included from her various Canadian performances as well.
On 22 August 2008, Melanie announced on her offical website she was pregnant and would start writing songs for her fifth studio-album.
In September 2011, she released her fifth solo album "The Sea". In September 2012, she released her sixth solo album "Stages", a collection of song covers from various musical theatre shows and films. In October 2016, she released her seventh solo album "Version of Me".
Never Be the Same Again
Melanie C Lyrics
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Never be the same again
I call you up whenever things go wrong
You're always there You are my shoulder to cry on
I can't believe it took me quite so long
To take the forbidden step
Is this something that I might regret?
(Come on, come on)
Nothing ventured nothing gained
(You are the one)
A lonely heart that can't be tamed
(Come on, come on)
I'm hoping that you feel the same
This is something that I can't forget
I thought that we would just be friends
Things will never be the same again
It's just the beginning it's not the end
Things will never be the same again
It's not a secret anymore
Now we've opened up the door
Starting tonight and from now on
We'll never, never be the same again
Never be the same again
Now I know that we were close before
I'm glad I realised I need you so much more
And I don't care what everyone will say
It's about you and me
And we'll never be the same again
I thought that we would just be friends (oh yeah)
Things will never be the same again (never be the same again)
It's just the beginning it's not the end (we've only just begun)
Things will never be the same again
It's not a secret anymore
Now we've opened up the door (opened up the door)
Starting tonight and from now on
We'll never, never be the same again
Never be the same again
Nite and day
Black beach sand to red clay
The US to UK, NYC to LA
From sidewalks to highways
See it'll never be the same again
What I'm sayin'
My mind frame never changed 'til you came rearranged
But sometimes it seems completely forbidden
To discover those feelings that we kept so well hidden
Where there's no competition
And you render my condition
Though improbable it's not impossible
For a love that could be unstoppable
But wait
A fine line's between fate and destiny
Do you believe in the things that were just meant to be?
When you tell me the stories of your quest for me
Picturesque is the picture you paint effortlessly
And as our energies mix and begin to multiply
Everyday situations, they start to simplify
So things will never be the same between you and I
We intertwined our life forces and now we're unified
I thought that we would just be friends
Things will never be the same again
It's just the beginning it's not the end
Things will never be the same again
It's not a secret anymore
Now we've opened up the door
Starting tonight and from now on
We'll never, never be the same again
(Come on, come on)
Things will never be the same again
(You are the one)
Never be the same again
It's not a secret anymore
We'll never be the same again
It's not a secret anymore
We'll never be the same again
Never be the same again
Never be the same again
Never be the same again
Never be the same again
Melanie C's song "Never Be the Same Again" describes the feeling of falling in love with a friend and taking a chance on a romantic relationship. The lyrics acknowledge the fear that taking this step may lead to regret, but the singer ultimately decides to take the risk. The chorus emphasizes that things will never be the same again, now that the two friends have taken their relationship to the next level.
The verses describe the singer's gratitude for her friend, who is consistently there for her in times of need. The bridge of the song features guest artist Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes, who raps about how the relationship has changed her life and how much she loves her partner.
Overall, "Never Be the Same Again" is a celebration of taking risks and following your heart, even if it means changing the dynamics of an important friendship.
Line by Line Meaning
Come on Ooh, yeah
Encouragement and excitement to start something new and great.
Never be the same again
A realization that there is no going back to the way things were before.
I call you up whenever things go wrong
Acknowledgement of a special relationship where the singer can depend on the other person in times of trouble and difficulty.
You're always there You are my shoulder to cry on
Expressing gratitude for the consistent emotional support provided by the other person.
I can't believe it took me quite so long
Regret for not realizing the depth of feelings sooner.
To take the forbidden step Is this something that I might regret?
Fear and hesitation in moving forward with a relationship that is seen as taboo or inappropriate.
(Come on, come on) Nothing ventured nothing gained
Encouragement to take a risk and pursue something worth having, even if it is uncertain and potentially dangerous.
(You are the one) A lonely heart that can't be tamed
Admission that the singer's heart is consumed with the other person, who holds the key to their emotional stability and happiness.
(Come on, come on) I'm hoping that you feel the same
Desire and anxiety about whether the other person reciprocates the singer's feelings and desires.
This is something that I can't forget
Acknowledgment that the relationship has made a significant impact and cannot be erased from memory.
I thought that we would just be friends
Initial expectation that the relationship would be purely platonic and not romantic.
Things will never be the same again
Realization that the relationship has changed and cannot revert to its previous state of friendship.
It's just the beginning it's not the end
Optimism and hope that the relationship will continue to grow and develop in positive ways.
It's not a secret anymore
Revelation that the relationship has been discovered and is no longer hidden or concealed.
Now we've opened up the door
Acknowledgment that the relationship is now public and accessible, with no turning back.
Starting tonight and from now on
Visualizing a fresh start and new chapter in the relationship with a clean slate.
Nite and day Black beach sand to red clay The US to UK, NYC to LA From sidewalks to highways
Comparison and contrast of geographic, cultural, and environmental differences that make each person unique and special, yet connected as a whole.
See it'll never be the same again
Prediction and expectation that the relationship will continue to evolve and change over time.
What I'm sayin' My mind frame never changed 'til you came rearranged
Confession that the other person has completely revolutionized and transformed the singer's way of thinking and perceiving the world.
But sometimes it seems completely forbidden
Acknowledgment of external and internal barriers that may prevent the relationship from flourishing, despite the intense feelings involved.
To discover those feelings that we kept so well hidden
Recognition that the relationship was initially secretive and hidden, pointing to risk and vulnerability both parties have taken.
Where there's no competition And you render my condition Though improbable it's not impossible For a love that could be unstoppable
Highlighting how unlike other relationships, with no contest or calculation, the relationship in question has the potential to persist and grow stronger over time.
But wait A fine line's between fate and destiny Do you believe in the things that were just meant to be?
Reflecting on how destiny and chance have brought the two individuals together, prompting a heartfelt question about the belief in true and unexplainable life connections.
When you tell me stories of your quest for me Picturesque is the picture you paint effortlessly
Appreciation of how the other person has pursued them and the charming way in which they have done so, prompting feelings of admiration and closeness.
And as our energies mix and begin to multiply Everyday situations, they start to simplify So things will never be the same between you and I
Depicting the transformative power of love and romantic relationships, which can unlock hidden potentials and make life more meaningful and enjoyable, indicating a conviction that things between them will never be the same.
We intertwined our life forces and now we're unified
Metaphorical description of how the two individuals have come together in a way that they cannot be separated or divided, and examines the beauty of that unification.
(Come on, come on) Things will never be the same again
Reiteration of their belief that the relationship will continue to evolve and develop in significant ways.
(You are the one) Never be the same again
Emphasis on the intense connection between the two individuals and how it will continue to persist and flourish with time.
Never be the same again
Final statement that encapsulates their belief that the relationship is life-changing and monumental, indicating the infectious and enthralling nature of love.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Melanie Chisolm, Paul Cruz, Rhett Lawrence, Lisa Lopes, Marshall Lorenzo Martin
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