Along with his brother, Alex, he forms the nucleus of award-winning psych-pop band The Electric Soft Parade. To date, they have released three critically acclaimed albums and a six-track EP. He also contributes vocals and guitar to cult Brighton super-group Brakes, and drums and bass to Restlesslist and Clowns respectively.
June 2008 saw the release of his first solo album, I Dream of Black. A follow-up, The Maximalist (Cooking Vinyl) arrived in March 2010. Whilst still played, recorded and mixed by Thomas himself, the album features a markedly more complex, hi-fi sound, and a sleeve designed by legendary American artist Keith Boadwee.
As well as performing solo and in his own groups, Thomas regularly appears as a session player for, among others, Patrick Wolf, British Sea Power, and Sparks.
Feather
Thomas White Lyrics
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You don't seem to want to run away from me at all
You always catch me
But I can be heavy
Being with you changes every burn into a kiss
And the shit I used to hate can only bring me bliss
When you're standing with me
Your hand's got my heartbeat
My life's so sweet with you on my mind
You've been the treat I was always desiring
You fed me out of famine from a love that couldn't give enough
And now I'm in your arms and breathing in your warmth
You're better than anyone I could dream of
I'm lighter than a feather floating in your love
It troubles me to leave your side
I wish you could just follow me around
But I would never trap your light
I would never pin you to my ground
My life's so sweet with you on my mind
You've been the treat I was always desiring
You fed me out of famine from a love that couldn't give enough
And now I'm in your arms and breathing in your warmth
You're better than anyone I could dream of
I'm lighter than a feather floating in your love
The lyrics of Thomas White's "Feather" seem to depict a deep appreciation and admiration for a significant other. The song starts with the singer acknowledging that they have fallen or failed in some way, but they are not afraid to do so in the presence of this person. This person catches them every time they fall and is always there to support them, even when they are heavy with negative emotions.
The presence of this person seems to transform the singer's perspective on life. Something that was once unpleasant or difficult has become a source of joy, and this person's touch even affects their physical wellbeing. When they are with this person, their heart and mind are light and content.
The chorus seems to express how much this person has helped the singer grow and be satisfied with life. This person has given them what they needed when they were struggling, and now they feel as light as a feather just being close to them.
The singer then contemplates their attachment to this person, wishing they could be together all the time, yet not wanting to hold them back or restrict their freedom. The song ends with a repetition of the chorus, emphasizing the gratitude and contentment that the singer feels thanks to this person's presence in their life.
Overall, "Feather" seems to be an ode to the transformative power of love and the positive impact that a significant other can have on one's life.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been wondering what you think of when you see me fall
I'm curious how you perceive me when I'm at my lowest
You don't seem to want to run away from me at all
You stick around and support me even when things get tough
You always catch me
You never let me fall completely, you're always there to pick me up
But I can be heavy
I know I can burden you with my struggles and worries
Being with you changes every burn into a kiss
Your presence turns my pain into pleasure and makes everything better
And the shit I used to hate can only bring me bliss
Things that used to bother me no longer matter because I have you
When you're standing with me
When you're by my side
Your hand's got my heartbeat
Your touch makes my heart race and fills me with love
You fed me out of famine from a love that couldn't give enough
You gave me love and nourishment when I was feeling empty and unloved
And now I'm in your arms and breathing in your warmth
I'm safe and comfortable in your embrace, and your love gives me warmth
You're better than anyone I could dream of
I never thought I could find someone as amazing as you
I'm lighter than a feather floating in your love
Your love makes me feel weightless and carefree
It troubles me to leave your side
I feel sad when I have to be away from you
I wish you could just follow me around
I want you to be with me all the time
But I would never trap your light
I would never want to hold you back or restrict you
I would never pin you to my ground
I would never want to control or limit you
My life's so sweet with you on my mind
I feel happy and content just thinking about you
You've been the treat I was always desiring
You are the happiness and fulfillment that I've always wanted
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