The latest review of Amanda's 'Chanteuse': "This girl can sing, but the most amazing thing about Amanda’s singing prowess is how she can tackle such different styles and win every time.
Hearing Amanda’s first album once I realised that she had, in fact, made two albums already under her own name and wasn’t just a talented backing singer who deserved to make albums of her own, was no great surprise. It was an album of pretty perfect pop but with that added bonus of Easton vocals; in a world full of wannabe female vocalists here was one that could do it for real. But that didn’t prepare me, nor any others I’ll bet, for this roller coaster of an album that Amanda has just released called ‘Chanteuse’.
...Amanda is on top form throughout and in composing or co-composing every one of the 12 songs here ( some with Simon Morel ) she proves that not only is she one of the best female singers we have but also an accomplished composer too.
Not for Amanda the little-girl-lost vocals which many female singers use and she doesn’t need to shout and bawl to get her point across, here is a singer who sounds strong, confident, sassy , sexy and in control of everything. She takes you into that smoky club, complete with red velvet seats; she’s up on that stage and you’re hanging onto every word that she sings. And I’m sitting here in a small room in Sweden on a cold, rainy Sunday afternoon so that’s some achievement. While it’s all too easy for a good author to be able to transport you to another place and time it’s not so easy for someone to do that just by singing in a certain style but Amanda does it time and again on this album.
If I was told at the beginning of this year that by the half way mark one the albums I’d played most this year was going to be an album of torch-type songs made by an Australian female singer and produced by one of my favourite musicians/producers I would not have believed you. But that’s yet another good thing about the music that Amanda makes; never expect the expected." Malcolm Carter, PennyBlack Music
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Overcome
Amanda Easton Lyrics
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I found you waiting too
Laid me down in a bed of sand
To start this trip with you
Sweeter and sweeter stories in our walls
Happiness on my doorstep
Could we have it all
I'm overcome
Here comes the sun
A rush of love
I'm overcome
You weren't always the man with
The child there in his eyes
But days don't linger forever
Now we treasure the ties
Sweeter and sweeter lifetime melodies
We draw adventures from the deepest well
You feel like home to me
You bite my lips when we kiss
I'm overcome
Here comes the sun
A rush of love
I'm overcome
The lyrics of Amanda Easton's song "Overcome" tell a story of finding love and happiness after experiencing heartbreak. The opening line, "Seven heartbreaks carried me here," suggests that the singer has experienced multiple disappointments in love, but has finally found someone who has been waiting for them.
The lines "Laid me down in a bed of sand, to start this trip with you" indicate that the singer has started a new journey with their partner, symbolized by the imagery of laying down in a bed of sand. This trip represents a fresh start and the potential for a fulfilling relationship.
The second verse delves into the complexities of the singer's partner, mentioning a child in their eyes. This suggests that their partner has a child from a previous relationship, and although it may not have been part of the original plan, the singer now embraces and cherishes this aspect of their partner's life. The lyrics convey a sense of maturity and acceptance, recognizing that days do not last forever and that relationships evolve and grow.
The chorus, "You bite my lips when we kiss, I'm overcome, here comes the sun, a rush of love, I'm overcome," expresses the overwhelming euphoria and passion of being in love. The physical sensation of a lip bite during a kiss signifies the intensity and desire between the singer and their partner. The mention of the sun represents a new dawn, a sense of rejuvenation, and the rush of love that brings a feeling of being overcome with emotions.
Overall, "Overcome" is a song about finding love after going through heartbreak, embracing the unexpected turns in life, and experiencing the transformative power of love.
Line by Line Meaning
Seven heartbreaks carried me here
I have experienced several painful heartbreaks which have led me to this point in my life
I found you waiting too
Miraculously, I discovered that you were also longing for love and companionship
Laid me down in a bed of sand
We started our journey together by embracing vulnerability and uncertainty
To start this trip with you
We embarked on this new chapter of our lives together, ready to face any challenges that may come our way
Sweeter and sweeter stories in our walls
The memories we create together become more beautiful and meaningful as time goes on, enriching the environment we share
Happiness on my doorstep
I have found immense joy and contentment in our relationship, just a step away from my everyday life
Could we have it all
Is it possible for us to experience complete fulfillment and happiness in our relationship?
You bite my lips when we kiss
When we share intimate moments, your passionate kisses overpower me with intense emotions
I'm overcome
I feel overwhelmed, both emotionally and physically, by the strength of our connection
Here comes the sun
A new dawn is approaching, bringing hope and warmth into our lives
A rush of love
I experience an intense surge of love and affection towards you
You weren't always the man with
In the past, you didn't always have the qualities and maturity that you possess now
The child there in his eyes
The innocence and purity present in your gaze reflects your growth and transformation as a person
But days don't linger forever
Time moves forward and nothing remains static, reminding us of the impermanence of life
Now we treasure the ties
We now deeply value and appreciate the bonds we have formed with each other
Sweeter and sweeter lifetime melodies
Our love and connection grow stronger and more harmonious with each passing moment, creating beautiful memories that will last a lifetime
We draw adventures from the deepest well
We actively seek and embrace thrilling experiences and challenges that originate from the deep depths of our shared emotions and desires
You feel like home to me
Being with you gives me a sense of belonging and comfort, as if I have found my true place in this world
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Amanda Easton
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Harry Sinnett
I really like this; it is a little more mainstream than your usual, but I like your quirkiness as well. You have very good control of your pitch at low singing volume. You are always impressive.
Amanda Easton
Thanks so much Harry!
john paine
Absolutely love this one Amanda 😍
Amanda Easton
Thank you John!
Eric Fisher
Love it! Thank you for this! Not sure "Cabaret Electronica" was a thing before, but you have definitely made it one.
Amanda Easton
Oh my gosh I love that, might have to steal that description Eric!!
Eric Fisher
@Amanda Easton It's all yours. :)
Charles Maldonado
Absolutely love it!!
Amanda Easton
Thanks so much Charles!
Ian Hunter
Yet another wonderful song Amanda xxx