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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My Way Home
Alex Lloyd Lyrics
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What'd you say
Feels so cold on a sunny day
Over loaded mind as I walk this path
Think about you in a daylight bath
I feel like this on my way home
No place I'm going to is known
I concede so I will survive
Consequence, will come what may
You let me run
You let me hide
I'm coming home
The sky's so dark, dark and blue
Picture shaped clouds of you know who
Looking for a sign in the midnight sun
Fighting myself isn't that much fun
I feel like this on my way home
No place I'm going to is known
You're the sun that's in my eye
I concede so I will survive
Consequence, will come what may
You let me run
You let me hide
I'm coming home
You're the sun that's in my eye
I concede so I will survive
Consequence, will come what may
You let me run
You let me hide
I'm coming home
In "My Way Home," Alex Lloyd captures the feeling of someone who is lost and disoriented, both physically and existentially. The song starts with the singer reflecting on a conversation that happened the previous night, leaving him feeling confused and disconnected from the world around him. He's walking aimlessly without a real destination, while his mind is racing with thoughts of someone he cares about. He describes feeling like he's in a "daylight bath" as he thinks about this person, which could imply feeling exposed or vulnerable.
But as the song progresses, he finds hope in this person's presence. They are the "sun that's in my eye," a metaphor that could suggest that this person brings light into his life, but also that they are sometimes too bright or blinding. Despite the difficulties that come with being close to someone, the singer believes that this person lets him be himself and supports him in his struggles to find his way. He's resolved to come back home to this person, even though he's still uncertain about what the future holds.
Overall, "My Way Home" portrays the emotional turmoil of someone who is searching for meaning and stability, but finds comfort in the love and acceptance of another.
Line by Line Meaning
Something 'bout last night
There is something about what happened last night
What'd you say
What did you say
Feels so cold on a sunny day
Even though it's sunny outside, I feel cold
Overloaded mind as I walk this path
I have a lot on my mind as I walk this path
Think about you in a daylight bath
I think about you when I take a bath during the day
I feel like this on my way home
I feel like this as I am heading home
No place I'm going to is known
I don't have a specific destination in mind
You're the sun that's in my eye
You are like the sun that is in my eye
I concede so I will survive
I accept defeat so that I can survive
Consequence, will come what may
Whatever happens, there will be consequences
You let me run
You allow me to run away
You let me hide
You allow me to hide
I'm coming home
I am returning home
The sky's so dark, dark and blue
The sky is very dark, with shades of blue
Picture shaped clouds of you know who
Clouds in the shape of someone or something
Looking for a sign in the midnight sun
Searching for a sign in the middle of the night
Fighting myself isn't that much fun
Struggling with myself is not enjoyable
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: ALEX WASILIEV
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@Stoneman180190
Something 'bout last night
What'd you say
Feels so cold on a sunny day
Over loaded mind as I walk this path
Think about you in a daylight bath
I feel like this on my way home
No place I'm going to is known
You're the sun that's in my eye
I concede so I will survive
Consequence, will come what may
You let me run
You let me hide
I'm coming home
The sky's so dark, dark and blue
Picture shaped clouds of you know who
Looking for a sign in the midnight sun
Fighting myself isn't that much fun
I feel like this on my way home
No place i'm going to is known
You're the sun that's in my eye
I concede so I will survive
Consequence, will come what may
You let me run
You let me hide
I'm coming home
You're the sun that's in my eye
I concede so I will survive
Consequence, will come what may
You let me run
You let me hide
I'm coming home
@amelia1ization
The chorus with Alex’s vocals is sublime
@lisawanderess
A favourite then, still a favourite now. A true poet and dreamy voice and obviously a beautiful soul. Bummed he didn’t play it at the gig last weekend (even though it was still an awesome moment to see him live. Love & Respect to you forever Alex! 😍❤️
@kellymaree9286
I remember this being on AMV when it first came out, I was obsessed with this song when I was 17!😊
@byrondixonbd
Truly a great Aussie musician.
@weiminglin2119
Truly a great Aussie musician.
Better than Amazing.
Love ya Alex xxx's
The chorus with Alex’s vocals is sublime
Love it.
@eforester8891
Love this tune and love the album.
@alanburge4798
This man has some good songs and a great voice.
@serahnathan2946
when i was a teen in 2001 my best friend and i put this song on loop for what was probably over three hours...
@amelia1ization
One of my all time favourites
@huyenhoangSoysbroveahaseu
The chorus with Alex’s vocals is sublime
Better than Amazing.
Love ya Alex xxx's