The lads based themselves in Glasgow and it was there that their journey to the top of charts would begin! They embarked on a massive tour of Schools & under 18 clubs in Scotland and the rest of the UK to build up their growing army of teenage followers and were fast becoming crowd favourites on road shows during the Summer of 1995.
In April 1996 after being unable to secure a major record deal Lee, Spike & Jimmy along with their management team ‘Backlash’ decided to form their own record label called ‘Ginga Records’. ‘Night To Remember’ became the bands first independent single release and debuted at Number 38 in the UK charts. Their second single ‘Love Sensation’ which was on the sound track to Casper the movie followed in July ‘96’ and did even better entering at Number 21 and also became the bands only US hit record.
The success of 911’s two independent single releases created such a buzz in the UK pop industry that on 27th September 1996 music giants Virgin Records signed Lee, Spike & Jimmy on a four album deal! 911’s first release under Virgin brought them their first Top Ten Hit with the brilliant ‘Don’t Make Me Wait’ which smashed into the charts at Number 10!
911’s first album ‘The Journey’ was a huge success in the UK, Europe & Asia in 1996 and released six singles from the record. The lads sold out 35 theatre dates in a staggering 30 minutes for their first headline tour and had finally made their mark in the world of pop!
The next two albums ‘Movin On’ & ‘There It Is’ followed in quick succession giving the lads more Top 5 hits including ‘More Than A Woman’, ‘All I Want Is You’ & ‘Private Number’. 911 headlined their first arena tour and also the legendary Smash Hits Tour at the end of 1998 which would also see them go through a change of management team. In January 1999 Lee, Spike & Jimmy had one of their biggest selling hits and celebrated their first UK Number One!
September 1999 would see 911 release their 13th and final single ‘Wonderland’ along with their Greatest Hits & ‘A Little Bit More’ album. They also completed their sell out arena tour in October of that year. In January 2000 the lads toured Asia to sell out audiences and became one of the first Western pop acts to perform sell out shows in China since Wham back in the 80’s.
In February 2000 Lee, Spike & Jimmy decided to go their separate ways and announced their split live on the Chris Moyles Show on Radio One.
2013 saw Lee, Jimmy & Spike reunite to appear on ITV2's The Big Reunion.
Radio Edit
911 Lyrics
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Sure as the path that's been chosen cannot be changed
In my life's destination, I searched for the explanation
For some kind of reason for my sorrow and pain
But in my isolation, I learned to listen
To be thankful for the love that I'd been given
This is my journey, journey through life
This is my journey, and I've learned to fight
To make me strong enough, to lift me up, to bring my dreams alive
In my desperation, I swore never again
Would I hear all the laughter of my friends and my family
A million tears that I'd cry then began to dry
Silence of the night time
I have come to realize a sweet inspiration filled my horizon
Gave me the heart to go on and never would give in
I'm going to love each moment of every day and every night
I'll look back to the past with the sweetest smile
For now, I realize I've been given the key to life
I've been kissed by the angel by my side
Oh, yeah
To bring my dreams alive
To bring my dreams alive
The lyrics of "Radio Edit" by 911 talk about the journey through life, the obstacles and milestones and how it all contributes to the person we become. It starts off by saying how time waits for no one, and the path that has been chosen cannot be changed. The singer talks about how they searched for an explanation for their pain and sorrow, but eventually learned to listen and be grateful for the love they had been given. The singer talks about their journey through life, the twists and turns, laughter and tears, but through it all, they learned to fight and become strong enough to lift themselves up and bring their dreams alive. The singer talks about a time of desperation, where they were isolated and didn't want to hear the laughter of their friends and family but the sweet inspiration filled their horizon and gave them the heart to go on and never give in. The singer now wants to love each moment of every day, look back to the past with a sweet smile because they have been given the key to life and have been kissed by the angel by their side.
The message of the song is about appreciating the journey through life, recognizing the obstacles and how they make us stronger and appreciating the love we have been given. The song emphasizes the importance of fighting through the tough times, being grateful, and cherishing each moment of life. The lyrics deliver a very powerful and positive message that encourages listeners to never give up and keep their spirits high.
Line by Line Meaning
Time waits for no one, sure as the tide pulls the ocean
Time is a factor that cannot be stopped, just like the ocean's tide cannot be interrupted.
Sure as the path that's been chosen cannot be changed
Once a decision is made, it is difficult to alter course.
In my life's destination, I searched for the explanation
I have sought to understand the purpose in my life's journey.
For some kind of reason for my sorrow and pain
I have searched for an explanation for the difficulties I have faced.
But in my isolation, I learned to listen
When alone, I discovered the importance of being attentive to my surroundings.
To be thankful for the love that I'd been given
I realized the significance of being grateful for the love that has been bestowed upon me.
This is my journey, journey through life
My life is a voyage, filled with unexpected twists and turns.
With every twist and turn, I've laughed and cried as the road unwinds
Life's surprises have caused me to both find joy and experience sadness.
This is my journey, and I've learned to fight
I have realized that I must be resolute and determined in the face of adversity.
To make me strong enough, to lift me up, to bring my dreams alive
Enduring hardship has made me stronger, and given me the ability to attain my goals.
In my desperation, I swore never again
When I was in a difficult situation, I was adamant about never returning to that place of despair.
Would I hear all the laughter of my friends and my family?
I was worried that I would never again hear the joy that comes from laughter among family and friends.
A million tears that I'd cry then began to dry
The many tears that I cried in sorrow began to lessen.
Silence of the night time
The tranquility of the night made me introspective.
I have come to realize a sweet inspiration filled my horizon
I discovered a positive influence that inspired me deeply.
Gave me the heart to go on and never would give in
This inspiration has given me the fortitude to keep moving forward and never surrender.
I'm going to love each moment of every day and every night
I plan to appreciate and cherish every moment of my life, both in the daytime and nighttime.
I'll look back to the past with the sweetest smile
I will fondly remember my past, and find happiness in my memories.
For now, I realize I've been given the key to life
I now know that the secret to a fulfilling life is to appreciate what one has been given.
I've been kissed by the angel by my side
I have been blessed with a lovely companion.
To bring my dreams alive
These experiences have given me the direction and resilience to achieve my aspirations.
To bring my dreams alive
My vision of success and happiness is enabled by these affirmations.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: LEE BRENNAN, JOHN MCLAUGHLIN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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