His three solo albums- 1999's 'Black The Sun', 2001's 'Watching Angels Mend', and 2003's 'Distant Light'- have collectively sold more than half a million copies. As well, following the release of each album he has been awarded an ARIA for Best Male Artist (2000, 2001, 2003). 2000 also saw him win an ARIA for Best New Talent. But Lloyd managed to be more than accomplished album artist with a penchant for experimentation and an intuitive gift for melody. His iconic 2001 single "Amazing" was not only voted Song of the Year in the prestigious, listener-voted Triple J Hottest 100 poll in 2001- it also secured an APRA Award (the songwriters awards) in 2002 for Song of the Year'. The track ended up being the played song on Australian radio that same year.
Given such heady success, it's no surprise Lloyd spent most of 2004 out of the spotlight, savouring the time he could now spend with his new-born son, Jake, as well as his wife of three years, Amelia. But as Lloyd conceded, domestic bliss also had its ancillary benefits- especially for a songwriter with a studio out the back who's set to commence recording for his fourth album in a few days time in Seattle's London Bridge Studios.
"I've had plenty of time to write this record which has been a really good luxury compared with my previous albums", he says. "This time I've been writing in my own space instead of writing in hotel rooms. So although I haven't even started recording, already the songs feel more finished".
In many ways, the new album - which at this stage should be released in the fourth quarter of 2005 - marks a new beginning for Lloyd. He has a new record label (SONY BMG), new management and a new family, and says the songs he's penned reflect the changes that have occurred in his life over the past few years. "There's a lot of emotion involved. In a way, I see this album as being about having a new family and losing an old one".
The new album will be produced by Rick Parashar whose production credits include Pearl Jam's Ten, Alice In Chain's Dirt and Blind Melon's debut. On first glance it seems an unlikely pairing but if you strip back those albums you'll find songs full of raw emotion and inventive arrangements. And that sounds like Alex Lloyd.
Parashar was actually classically trained in India, and for Lloyd, the perspective that brings is important. "This is a new beginning for me. I'm after something different and Rick offers me that. I want to work with people who are fresh and have a fresh approach to the whole Alex Lloyd thing. For the first time in my life, I don't have any expectations except to make a great record. I'm not trying to predetermine the style. I'm taking 16 songs with me, I'm in Seattle for two months and hopefully I'll write a lot more".
"So I guess it is pretty important to me but other records I've made I haven't been unhappy with..it's just been a different approach..and I just feel I've come full circle back to the beginning again."
2) Alex Lloyd, an electronica musician from Oxford, England, who is signed to the independent record label Ninja Tune under his alias, PRDCTV.
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Beautiful
Alex Lloyd Lyrics
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When I first set my eyes on you,
I found a world so pure and blue
Today, I vow to you,
That every little piece you see,
Is coming from the heart of me
And you're filling up my day,
With the things I can't explain
You are so beautiful,
And we're holding on today,
Yeah, we're holding on,
We're holding on
Among the broke glass,
A road we've all been down before,
But this time there's an open door
A code so set and sealed,
Where nothing is unbreakable,
And every missing piece is found
You are so beautiful,
And you're filling up my day,
With the things I can't explain
You are so beautiful,
And we're holding on today,
Yeah, we're holding on,
We're holding on
All goodbyes disappeared,
You are so beautiful,
And you're filling up my day,
With the things I can't explain
You are so beautiful,
And we're holding on today,
Yeah, we're holding on,
We're holding on
You are so beautiful,
And you're filling up my day,
With the things I can't explain
You are so beautiful,
And we're holding on today,
Yeah, we're holding on,
We're holding on
It started with a simple feeling, yeah
It started for a simple reason, yeah
The song "Beautiful" by Alex Lloyd is a romantic ballad about falling in love and the intense emotions and sensations that come with it. The lyrics suggest that the singer feels as though he has found a pure and perfect world when he first lays eyes on the object of his affection. He vows to put his heart and soul into their relationship and promises that every little piece of himself is a gift to her. The chorus celebrates the beauty and wonder of their love, with the singer unable to explain or fully comprehend the depth of his emotions. Despite the inevitable struggles and challenges they may encounter, the couple is determined to hold on to each other and cherish their bond.
The song's use of vivid imagery and poetic language creates a dreamlike atmosphere that perfectly captures the giddy and overwhelming feeling of falling in love. The metaphor of an open door suggests that the couple is embarking on a new journey together, one full of promise and possibility. The repeated refrain of "we're holding on" reinforces the idea of commitment and the importance of holding onto love even when things get tough. Overall, "Beautiful" is a heartfelt and uplifting song that celebrates the power of love and the joy it brings into our lives.
Line by Line Meaning
All goodbyes disappeared,
The feeling of sadness and separation vanished when the singer first saw the person he is singing to.
When I first set my eyes on you,
The moment when the singer saw the person he is singing to the first time.
I found a world so pure and blue
The singer discovered a world of purity and calmness when he met the person he is singing to.
Today, I vow to you,
The singer promises to the person he is singing to that he'll dedicate all he's got.
That every little piece you see,
The person I'm singing to can see my true emotions and feelings.
Is coming from the heart of me
All the emotions and feelings are sincere and authentic.
You are so beautiful,
The person I'm singing to is beautiful both inside and out.
And you're filling up my day,
The person I'm singing to brings joy and happiness into my life.
With the things I can't explain
There are moments that I can't describe how the person I'm singing to makes me feel.
Among the broke glass,
Despite the tough odds and struggles, the singer and the person he is singing to have been through, they never gave up.
A road we've all been down before,
Everyone has been through rough patches, including the singer and the person he is singing to.
But this time there's an open door
Despite the pain and suffering, there's still hope for a better future.
A code so set and sealed,
A set of rules and principles that the singer and the person he is singing to abide by.
Where nothing is unbreakable,
There's always a way forward, even when things get tough.
And every missing piece is found
The singer and the person he is singing to complete each other.
And we're holding on today,
The singer and the person he is singing to are determined to stay together.
Yeah, we're holding on,
The singer and the person he is singing to are not giving up.
It started with a simple feeling, yeah
Everything began with a straightforward emotion.
It started for a simple reason, yeah
The reason for everything was simple and understandable.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ALEX WASILIEV, DAMIEN LEO LEITH
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