1) AM is an artist fr… Read Full Bio ↴There are more than one artist with this name:
1) AM is an artist from the UK, who is a part of the drill collective 410, and one half of the duo within the collective, Skengdo X AM. Born in South London, AM is widely regarded as one of the genre's most skilled rappers, and was highly influential in advancing the genre in terms of lyricism.
2) AM is an indie rock band formed in the Los Angeles neighborhood of Silverlake, California . New Album Future Sons & Daughters was produced by Charles Newman (Magnetic Fields). The band consists of founding member AM (vocals, acoustic guitar, electric guitar), Michael Sawtizke (electric guitar), Mark Getten (bass), Jesse Nason and Brett Bixby (piano, organ, synths), Chris Lovejoy (percussion) and Derek Brown (drums- The Eels/ Everest).
About AM:
The lead singer and founder is "AM" whose moniker is derived from his initials. Born in Tulsa, Oklahoma and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana he brings twanging Americana, twinkling folk-rock-pop, caressing Philly soul, and funky R&B whatchacallit to the band's sound. He has drawn influences from various artists including the Beatles, Badfinger, Curtis Mayfield and Jorge Ben, and demonstrates over and again the simple fact of songwriting life: that imagination and taste is what it's all about. AM was handpicked by French duo Air to open their U.S., Canadian, and French tour and also toured with Charlotte Gainsbourg in North America in 2010. They have been compared to Wilco, Beck, and Last Shadow Puppets,
“…AM writes literate, emotionally balanced tunes that are infectious without being moronic, hip without being oh so, and pop infected without losing their edge… he is a songwriter ready to be discovered by a wider audience, an audience interested in smart and sincere songs that speak to the vastness of the human spirit.”
Future Sons & Daughters
4**** Q Magazine UK
5**** Sunday Express UK
The new album Future Sons & Daughters is a heady brew of twinkling Anglified folk-rock-pop with arguably, some of the best bridges and choruses in the bizness, that showcases AM's acute finessing ear for the ancient art of real, true songcraft. The album was produced by Charles Newman (responsible for the sounds of The Magnetic Field and who simultaneously produced AM's record and The Magnetic Field's new album) and was recorded in both Elliot Smith's old house and Wilder Studios.
The latest music video is for the single "Grand Opinion" and was directed by Blake West and shot at the beaches of Zuma and Malibu, California.
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Troubled Times
AM's debut album "Troubled Times" had every song placed in a movie or television show which hasn't been done since Moby, and received a slew of other accolades including iTunes "Best Indie Album Of The Year."
Side By Side - Duets Vol. 1
This album features original tracks and two cover tunes performed with friends Meiko, Susie Suh, Julianna Raye, Buddy, Tina Dico and Rick Garcia. (5 Bonus tracks available at iTunes) In earlier reviews, AM's music has been called "mellow gold" and "Side By Side" reinforces that. The EP is worth owning if only on the strength of two of the performances - the original "A Part Of Something Missing" performed with Rick Garcia and the incredibly haunting and beautiful cover of George Harrison's "While My Guitar Gently Weeps." "I'll Be Your Mirror" is a Bossa Nova gem performed with Rufus Wainwright's Julianna Raye. Gus Black (a singer/songwriter in his own right) directs AM's music video "Hear Me Sing" featuring Buddy.
Holiday Happiness & Cheer EP
AM delivers holiday music for the first time with his new EP “Holiday Happiness & Cheer”. Included is a beautifully haunting rendition of Vince Guaraldi’s “Christmas Time Is Here” (from the classic animated television Peanuts Special “A Charlie Brown Christmas”) complete with moody bossa influenced guitar, creepy synth work and McCartney style bass lines. Also included is an original song “I’m Home For The Holidays” – a spacious orchestral folk song that focuses on the somber elements of holiday time.
3) Sludge/doom metal from Finland, consisting of Mikko Aspa (Grunt, Clandestine Blaze...) and Jukka Mattila (Stumm, Throat).
4) aM (ae’m)[アム(amu)] is a 2 person unit which creates Electro beats. Their music is influenced by many styles such as Techno, House, Funk, Rock, and Electro.
Formed in Tokyo, Japan in 2001. The group consists of Hiroaki Kanai and Kōdai Tazawa.
Kōdai Tazawa was also the drummer for the band Supercar.
Hiroaki Kanai was a producer for the band Supercar.
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www.myspace.com/amofficial
running away
AM Lyrics
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But it seems that I've lost it
Did I tell you it's my own game
This is not your problem
I don't know if I'm gonna change
Wasting time and another day
Even from the good things
Did I tell you it's not that bad
Sitting over here dreaming
Did I tell you I'm right on track
This time I mean it
I don't know if I'm gonna change
Wasting time and another day
I keep running away
Even from the good things
The lyrics of AM's song "Running Away" seemingly convey feelings of uncertainty and fear of commitment by the singer. The opening line, "Did I tell you I knew your name, but it seems that I've lost it," suggests a possible encounter between the singer and someone they previously met but can no longer remember. This forgetfulness could be seen as a metaphor for the singer's tendency to avoid facing their own emotions head-on, instead continuously running away from any situation or relationship that might require them to confront their fears.
The second verse, "I don't know if I'm gonna change, wasting time and another day," further reinforces the idea of the singer's indecisiveness and procrastination. They acknowledge their inability to make changes in their life, wasting away their days in a state of inaction. The repetition of the chorus, "I keep running away, even from the good things," reinforces the idea that the singer is aware of the self-destructive nature of their behavior, yet they continue to perpetuate it.
The lines "Did I tell you it's not that bad, sitting over here dreaming" could be interpreted as the singer trying to convince themselves that their current situation is not as bad as they make it out to be. Additionally, the line "Did I tell you I'm right on track, this time I mean it" could be seen as the singer trying to convince themselves that they are capable of making meaningful changes in their life, yet there's a sense of doubt and hesitation in their words.
Overall, "Running Away" is a reflective song that delves deep into the psyche of someone struggling with commitment issues and the fear of change.
Line by Line Meaning
Did I tell you I knew your name
I once knew your name, but I may have forgotten it
But it seems that I've lost it
I am no longer able to recall your name
Did I tell you it's my own game
I have complete control over my actions and decisions
This is not your problem
My actions are independent of your involvement or intervention
I don't know if I'm gonna change
I am uncertain if I will modify my behavior
Wasting time and another day
Spending time on unproductive activities and letting another day pass by
I keep running away
I am constantly avoiding or escaping from my problems
Even from the good things
I am also avoiding positive experiences or outcomes
Did I tell you it's not that bad
Despite my situation, I don't think it's as dire as it may seem
Sitting over here dreaming
I am imagining possibilities instead of taking action
Did I tell you I'm right on track
I believe I am making progress and moving in the right direction
This time I mean it
I am serious about following through with my plans and intentions
Contributed by Thomas I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.