He is best known for singing "Walking in the Air", the song from Channel 4's animated film "The Snowman", based on the book by Raymond Briggs. The song reached No. 5 in the UK charts. Ironically, the version in the film was not performed by Aled, but by Peter Auty, a St. Paul's Cathedral choirboy.
When his voice broke at the age of 16, Aled "retired" to concentrate on his school work and playing foorball! He later went to the Royal Academy of Music, followed by The Bristol Old Vic Theatre School, after which he played the lead in Andrew Lloyd Webber's "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat" in Blackpool for a year.
In 2003, Aled relaunched his voice as an adult, when he released his first adult album, "Aled". Although he had a previous album before this release, "From The Heart", Aled considered "Aled" as his first proper adult album.
Since then, he has released 6 other albums. These are:
Higher
Aled: special edition
The Christmas Album
New Horizons
You Raise Me Up: The Best of Aled Jones
Reason To Believe
Aled's Christmas Gift
Aled's next album, "Forever", will be released on September 26th 2011
Aled has also become a regular presenter on Songs of Praise (BBC 1), Good Morning Sunday (BBC radio 2) Friday Night is Music Night (BBC radio 2) and the Choir (radio 3). He has also presented editions of 'Escape to the Country' and 'Celebrity Cash in the Attic' on BBC television. Aled is now involved in presenting the third edition of "Classical Destinations", filming in the UK, in Europe and in Australia.
In July / August 2008 Aled starred in an eight week run in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, at the Wales Millenium Centre as the wacky inventer Caractacus Potts. Aled starred in White Christmas at the Lowry Theatre, Manchester following a two week run at the Theatre Royal Plymouth between November 2009 and January 2010. He will be appearing again in White Christmas in Southampton, Dublin and Liverpool, in November and December 2011
Father & Son
Aled Jones Lyrics
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Just relax, take it easy.
You're still young, that's your fault,
There's so much you have to learn.
Find a girl, settle down,
If you want you can marry.
Look at me, I am old, but I'm happy.
To be calm when you've found something going on.
But take your time, think a lot,
Think of everything you've got.
For you will still be here tomorrow, but your dreams may not.
How can I try to explain, when I do he turns away again.
It's always been the same, same old story.
From the moment I could talk I was ordered to listen.
Now there's a way and I know that I have to go away.
I know I have to go.
It's not time to make a change,
Just relax take it easy.
You're still young, that's your fault,
There's so much you have to learn.
Find a girl, settle down,
If you want you can marry.
Look at me, I am old, but I'm happy.
All the times that I cried, keeping all the things I knew inside,
It's hard, but it's harder to ignore it.
If they were right, I'd agree, but it's them they know not me.
Now there's a way and I know that I have to go away.
I know I have to go.
In Aled Jones's song Father and Son, the lyrics convey the complicated relationship between a father and a son. The father tries to provide advice to his son, advocating for him to take his time and not rush to make changes in life. He encourages the son to find a girl, settle down, and get married, but also acknowledges that he was once young and knows that it's not easy to stay calm when things are happening.
The son, on the other hand, feels trapped and unable to express himself. He struggles with feeling like his father doesn't understand him, stating that every time he tries to explain himself, the father turns away. The song ends with the son acknowledging that he has to go away, despite the father's advice to relax and take it easy.
Overall, the song captures the universal experience of the difficulties present in a father-son relationship. It highlights the ways that the father and son may see the same situation differently, and underscores the importance of communication to resolving those differences.
Line by Line Meaning
Its not time to make a change,
Don't rush into decisions or changes too quickly.
Just relax, take it easy.
Take a moment to breathe, and don't stress out about things.
You're still young, that's your fault,
Being young means you have a lot to learn and experience.
There's so much you have to learn.
Life is full of lessons and opportunities to grow and improve.
Find a girl, settle down,
Consider building a stable, committed relationship.
If you want you can marry.
Marriage is an option if that's what you want.
Look at me, I am old, but I'm happy.
I may be older and wiser, but I've found contentment and joy in life.
I was once like you are now, and I know that it's not easy,
I understand the challenges and pressures that come with youth and uncertainty.
To be calm when you've found something going on.
It's difficult to stay composed when there's chaos or conflict happening around you.
But take your time, think a lot,
Don't rush to make decisions or react impulsively. Take time to reflect.
Think of everything you've got.
Recognize and appreciate all the blessings and opportunities you have in life.
For you will still be here tomorrow, but your dreams may not.
A reminder that life is fleeting, and it's important to make the most of every day and pursue your dreams while you can.
How can I try to explain, when I do he turns away again.
It's frustrating when someone doesn't want to listen or understand your perspective.
It's always been the same, same old story.
This issue or conflict has been ongoing without resolution or change.
From the moment I could talk I was ordered to listen.
Feeling like others have always expected you to be obedient and follow their lead.
Now there's a way and I know that I have to go away.
Time to move on and remove yourself from a difficult or unhealthy situation.
All the times that I cried, keeping all the things I knew inside,
The pain and emotions that have been bottled up inside for too long.
It's hard, but it's harder to ignore it.
Dealing with difficult emotions and experiences can be challenging, but ignoring them makes it worse in the long run.
If they were right, I'd agree, but it's them they know not me.
Others may think they know what's best for you, but ultimately only you can know what's right for you.
Now there's a way and I know that I have to go away.
Time to move on and remove yourself from a difficult or unhealthy situation.
I know I have to go.
Making the decision to leave behind what's holding you back can be tough, but sometimes it's necessary for growth and happiness.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Yusuf Islam
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Rachel Quarrell
This particular song has been covered by many artists over the years and this version by Aled is just beautiful.
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Rachel Pannell
It's nice to hear that he can be a cross-over artist as well. I love his classical stuff but this is also great, I like how it's in a sligtly higher key than he'd usually sing in. Shows he can do baritone and tenor. Very talented! :)
Celine Dion
Am always glad to receive positive comments from my lovely fans 🤍🖤 it's absolutely my pleasure bringing sweet melody to you.♥️♥️have you been to any of my concerts?
Linda Sage
Love listening to Aled Jones. Wonderful voice.
mrlawilliamsuk Warmachine
Linda Sage well underated singer. His voice cuts all genres. That walking in the air song is one of the biggest songs of all time.
David Asante
its too amazing i wish i could sing like this man!!!!!
V
Still my favourite cover of this song.
Blaine Stella
Love your singing 😍😘💕
Alan Buckley
Sometimes artists "Crossing over" don't work, I'm thinking of a few opera singers who do populist music and sing it rather than "Feel it". Aled has proved that, with the right song it can be done very well. Lovely treatment Aled.