A self-taught musician, Macdonald began by playing her father's guitar after being inspired by Travis at the T in the Park Festival in 2000, where she heard Travis' song "Turn" and wanted to play it herself. She started performing in pubs and coffee houses around Glasgow at the age of 15. She signed a record deal with Vertigo, the same record label which hosts The Killers and Razorlight. Her first single, Poison Prince, was released on May 7, 2007. Her debut album, This Is the Life, was released on July 30, 2007. "Don't Tell Me That It's Over" was released in March 2010 as the lead single from her second studio album, A Curious Thing, which was released on 8 March 2010.
Macdonald's third album, Life in a Beautiful Light, was released on June 11, 2012. The lead single, Slow It Down, is about her being a petrol head.
No Roots
Amy Macdonald Lyrics
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But this world is never stopping for me
But I will try and I will keep on trying
I set my goals there's no denying
Never stop fighting
For What I believe
Many People will come and go
Many fights many makeups
Many kisses, too many breakups
I got no roots they're not set in stone
I got no place that I call home
I'm just a low low lonely soul
I got no roots they're not set in stone
I got no place that I call home
I'm just a low low lonely soul
And the time will come when the day is done
And the fighting's over the race is run
I don't know what I'm looking for
And this life I lead it's a curious thing
But I can't deny the happiness it brings
I don't know what I'm looking for
Many people came and go-o-o
Many faces long lost you know
I'm just a low low lonely soul
And there'll be many fights many makeups
Many kisses, too many breakups
A low low lonely soul
I got no roots they're not set in stone
I got no place that I call home
The lyrics of "No Roots" by Amy Macdonald express a feeling of restlessness, a sense of not belonging anywhere, and the constant search for meaning and purpose in life. The first verse talks about a dream that the singer has and tries to pursue, despite the struggles of the world that seem to hold her back. She sets her goals and never stops fighting for what she believes in. The second verse acknowledges the transience of life- people come and go, relationships are made and broken, but the singer doesn't seem to have any roots, any steady foundation or support. She is just a "low low lonely soul" looking for something that she doesn't quite know what is. The final verse continues this theme, with the singer resigning herself to the fact that she doesn't know what she wants, but finding some comfort and happiness in the journey of life itself.
The song could be interpreted as an anthem for restless individuals who don't seem to find a place to belong in the world. It celebrates the freedom of not being tied down by any obligations or constraints, but also acknowledges the loneliness that often comes with it. The repeated refrain "I got no roots they're not set in stone, I got no place that I call home" reinforces this idea of constant movement and lack of stability. However, the song also suggests that this lifestyle can be fulfilling in its own way, as long as one keeps searching and fighting for what they believe in.
Line by Line Meaning
Somewhere out there's a dream that's not forgotten
There is a dream out there that I have not forgotten about.
But this world is never stopping for me
The world doesn't stop moving for me, regardless of my dreams.
But I will try and I will keep on trying
I will continue to try and achieve my dreams, despite the obstacles.
I set my goals there's no denying
I have set specific goals for myself and won't let anyone stop me from achieving them.
Never stop fighting
I will never give up on my dreams and goals, and will continue to fight for them.
For What I believe
I will fight for what I believe in and won't let anyone change my beliefs.
Many People will come and go
People will come in and out of my life, as it is an ever-changing environment.
Many faces long lost you know
I'll meet many people in my life and some of them will become distant memories.
Many fights many makeups
I'll have many arguments and resolutions with people I meet.
Many kisses, too many breakups
I'll have many romantic relationships, some of which will fail.
I got no roots they're not set in stone
I don't have a specific place or lifestyle that I am attached to.
I got no place that I call home
I do not have a specific home that I identify with or that defines me.
I'm just a low low lonely soul
I am a person who is lost and lonely in my life's journey.
And the time will come when the day is done
There will come a time when my life is over.
And the fighting's over the race is run
Once my life is over, there will no longer be any more struggles for me to face.
I don't know what I'm looking for
I have yet to find my true purpose or what I truly want in life.
And this life I lead it's a curious thing
My life is an odd and interesting journey.
But I can't deny the happiness it brings
Despite my struggles, my life brings me moments of happiness that I cannot ignore.
Many people came and go-o-o
People will continue to come and go throughout my life.
A low low lonely soul
I am still that same person who is feeling lost and alone in the world.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: AMY ELIZABETH MACDONALD
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Svidrir
Since a couple of years I know she's one of the most talented, the brightest star of music today. But this is far above all I could imagine she would do. This song is a masterpiece.
@onlinelondon
What is that with the internal Amy; this powerful song is really scaring; the lyrics is scaring too; what kind of experiences does she have writing this profound lyrics, and my God!!! - what a song!!! Maybe she is one of my distant roots from Glasgow where my father side come from...form 1700 as Lockhart. ...looking for hope ..race is run ...this world is not a stoppin' - only. ..TOO many break-ups Fantastic!!
@twilightthebestmovie
shes so pretty and she's got a wonderful voice!!!
@DistantDreamer93
This song is amazing. It gets me emotional every time I listen to it. Low, low, lonely soul... <3
@JonnyDrive1
OOOOOOOh my god! I love this wonderful song an this wonderful woman sooooo much! ♥ This voice, these eyes, this smile, this beautiful, unique face!!! ♥♥♥ I must think all day and all night long about this girl. I've been bought her album and I love it! I hear it everyday and I hear it before I get sleep...I love it and I love this wonderful woman and her voice!!! ♥
@captainmarkoos
Just when I was about to give up on the future of music I discover Amy. Thanks, there's still hope.
@EmotionsHunter93
"I don't know what I'm looking for and this life I lead it's a curious thing" This text is wonderful. I love this song.
@Kuehdorf
love this song so much - gives me the power to follow my dreams and to life my own life! thank you, amy!
@mnaxa
The best song of a curious thing <3
@JanuaryWonder
This is my favorite song off her new album. I love how it makes me feel like I can do anything in the world, very empowering (for some reason). Perfect..