In 1960, he started in music with Gibraltarian band 'The Diamond Boys', which had no real commercial success, but played a part in Spain's introduction to popular music.In 1966 Hammond co-founded the British vocal group The Family Dogg, scoring a UK Top 10 hit with "A Way of Life" in 1969. He is probably best known for his early 70s hits "It Never Rains In Southern California" and 'Free Electric Band' - but he went on to write countless hits for other artists such as Madonna and Leo Sayer. In 1987, Hammond's composition with Diane Warren "Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now" (recorded by Jefferson Starship) was nominated for an Oscar, Golden Globe and Grammy. In 1988, Hammond won an Emmy Award for the song "One Moment in Time", a song he wrote along with John Bettis. In 2008, Hammond was inducted in the Songwriters Hall of Fame. He is immortalised in song by Half Man Half Biscuit in their 1986 track "Albert Hammond Bootleg".
His son, Albert Hammond, Jr., is a guitarist in The Strokes.
More info: www.alberthammond.net
Your World and My World
Albert Hammond Lyrics
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I try to understand the reason why
My body is shaking
My heart is aching within me
From my window I watch you go
He's waiting for you in the street below
His arms wide open while mine are cold and so empty
'Cause your world and my world they're drifted apart
in yours the sun is shining
in mine it's raining
knocking on the lonely one
And your life and my life they've gone separated ways
in yours a new tomorrow
in mine the sorrow
knocking on the lonely one
Through the teardrops that cloud my eyes
I see the image of the love gone by
a silhouette that I won't forget for a long time
The days are longer now that you're gone
Without your loving arms to keep me whole
My future lies on a cloudy skies with no sunshine
'Cause your world and my world they're drifted apart
in yours the sun is shining
in mine it's raining
knocking on the lonely one
'Cause your world and my world they're drifted apart
in yours the sun is shining
in mine it's raining
knocking on the lonely one
And your life and my life they've gone separated ways
in yours a new tomorrow
in mine the sorrow
knocking on the lonely one"
The song "Your World and My World" by Albert Hammond is about the painful experience of watching someone you love move on with their life while your own world falls apart. The lyrics depict the separation of two worlds that were once intertwined, with one person moving towards a brighter future and the other stuck in a state of sorrow and loneliness. The singer wishes to understand why their relationship ended and tries to hold on to the memories, but ultimately realizes that they must let go and find their own path.
The opening lines, "It isn't easy to say goodbye, I try to understand the reason why," set the tone for the rest of the song. The singer is struggling to come to terms with the end of their relationship and is looking for answers. They are physically and emotionally shaken by the breakup and are left feeling empty and alone.
The contrast between the two worlds, one filled with sunshine and the other with rain, represents the stark difference in how the two people are experiencing life after the breakup. The singer's world is clouded by sorrow, while their former lover's world is full of hope and possibility.
In the end, the singer realizes that their lives have gone in different directions and they must accept this separation. The ending lines, "knocking on the lonely one," emphasize the loneliness and isolation felt by the singer as they come to terms with the sadness and heartbreak of lost love.
Line by Line Meaning
It isn't easy to say goodbye
Parting ways is difficult and emotionally challenging.
I try to understand the reason why
I attempt to comprehend the cause behind this separation.
My body is shaking
I am physically trembling due to distress.
My heart is aching within me
I am experiencing emotional pain and heartbreak.
From my window I watch you go
I observe you leaving from a distance.
He's waiting for you in the street below
Someone is standing on the street waiting for you.
His arms wide open while mine are cold and so empty
He is welcoming you with open arms, whereas I feel empty and alone.
'Cause your world and my world they're drifted apart
Our paths have diverged and we are no longer on the same wavelength.
in yours the sun is shining
In your life, things are going well and there is happiness.
in mine it's raining
In my life, things are difficult and sad.
knocking on the lonely one
This difficult situation is causing me to feel lonely and isolated.
And your life and my life they've gone separated ways
Our lives have taken different paths and we are no longer together.
in yours a new tomorrow
In your life, there is hope for a bright future.
in mine the sorrow
In my life, there is sadness and grief.
Through the teardrops that cloud my eyes
My vision is blurred by tears and sadness.
I see the image of the love gone by
I recall the memory of our past love and relationship.
a silhouette that I won't forget for a long time
The memory is powerful and will stay with me for a while.
The days are longer now that you're gone
Time seems to pass more slowly now that we are no longer together.
Without your loving arms to keep me whole
I feel incomplete and lost without your love and support.
My future lies on a cloudy skies with no sunshine
I am unsure about what lies ahead and feel uncertain about my future.
Contributed by Skyler A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@meimaytube
We have known each other Our whole lives and now we will go our separate ways! Some will remember and some will forget each other, but we will always have a part of each other inside Us!!! ෆྉꈍ ◡ ꈍ ℒ
🌍''Your World And My World''🌍
"It isn't easy to say goodbye
I try to understand the reason why
My body is shaking
My heart is aching within me
From my window I watch you go
He's waiting for you in the street below
His arms wide open while mine are cold and so empty
'Cause your world and my world they're drifted apart
in yours the sun is shining
in mine it's raining
knocking on the lonely one
And your life and my life they've gone separated ways
in yours a new tomorrow
in mine the sorrow
knocking on the lonely one
Through the teardrops that cloud my eyes
I see the image of the love gone by
a silhouette that I won't forget for a long time
The days are longer now that you're gone
Without your loving arms to keep me whole
My future lies on a cloudy skies with no sunshine
'Cause your world and my world they're drifted apart
in yours the sun is shining
in mine it's raining
knocking on the lonely one
'Cause your world and my world they're drifted apart
in yours the sun is shining
in mine it's raining
knocking on the lonely one
And your life and my life they've gone separated ways
in yours a new tomorrow
in mine the sorrow
knocking on the lonely one"
@user-bf1ij5en3s
This song reminds me when I was at age.of 17 years old.
@borntoclimb7116
What a beautyful song in 2024
@jocelynlongcop3753
Best song I've heard thanks to Albert hammond
@foxyorange7824
yeah!
@joszeb
Hammond is by far the most underrated song writer/composer. He is enormous!!!
@ronncadag3660
Albert Hammond is the best songwriter/composer of more than a thousand beautiful songs.
@hedynasr6058
I love this song its very dear 2 my heart it was sent 2 me by avery dear dear person 2 me and it is always in my hear t so is he may he be happy and safe withe is beautiful family hope you all enjoy it thank you
@evelyndizon4994
wonderful feelings everytime i hear this song❤😢
@altercharmeur2554
This album was not successful but the songs on it are amazing. Long live Mr. Hammond!
@mikekmkam
Thanks for bringing us to your world.