They have released three studio albums, A Book Like This (2007), which peaked at No. 6 on the ARIA Albums Chart; Down the Way (2010), reached No. 1; and their self-titled album (2014). At the ARIA Music Awards of 2010 they won five awards from nine nominations: winning Album of the Year, Best Adult Alternative Album, Best Cover Art and Producer of the Year for Down the Way and Single of the Year for "Big Jet Plane".
Released in March 2010, their album “Down The Way” debuted at #1 on Australia’s ARIA Charts enjoying a remarkable 12 months inside the ARIA Top 20 albums chart. It went on to pick up Album Of The Year at the 2010 ARIA Awards and includes the platinum selling Single Of The Year ‘Big Jet Plane’; which was most notably voted No.1 on the 2011 annual Triple j Hottest 100. The album has hit triple platinum (210,000+) sales in the Stones’ home country, the only Australian artist album to reach this milestone on the current ARIA Top 50 albums chart.
European audiences have also fallen head over heels in love with “Down The Way”. Reaching platinum (100,000+) album status in France, supported by a hugely successful film sync with ‘Big Jet Plane’ for the movie, Les Émotifs Anonymes. Extended sold out tours are not limited to native Australia with the 2011 French tour including 5 ‘Le Trianon’ Paris shows selling out 2 months before the tour commenced. The UK, Germany, Austria, Spain & Portugal are all just a taste of the frequent European tour destinations with sell out shows. In the US, their dramatic and lush soundscapes have found homes on prime time dramas; Grey’s Anatomy and Private Practice and key slots at iconic US festivals Austin City Limits, Bonnaroo and Coachella.
Travelling has been an integral part of the Stone’s musical story, so it’s not surprising they opted to record “Down The Way” in a number of diverse locations around the globe; an old sawmill on the river banks of Fowey in Cornwall, a studio in Brooklyn, a water tank in Coolangatta, London - and Queens in New York.
“Down The Way” marked their debut as producers, taking full control of their sound without losing the spirit of what made the first record ‘A Book Like This’ so special. There has been a subtle shift of gear, represented by a growing confidence in their abilities as artists and the music follows suit as it flows easily through sparse and rich textured arrangements without losing any of its etherealness and charm.
With an incredible response to “Down The Way” from all corners of the globe, Angus and Julia Stone will take some well-deserved time off and prepare for their next step along a remarkable musical journey.
“Simple yet inspired tunes, a heart-felt soundtrack to their folk adventures and lessons learnt along the way”
Rolling Stone Australia ***
“Aussie siblings continue to enchant’. ‘Sweet and savoury blend to warm the soul.. innocently Joyous”
MOJO UK ****
”The pair melt in to one another to create a spectral and lush backdrop”
Clash Magazine UK
“If A Book Like This compounded their future, consider Down The Way the fulfilling realization of all”
FILTER USA
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You're the One That I Want
Angus & Julia Stone Lyrics
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'Cause the power you're supplying, it's electrifying
You better shape up, 'cause I need a man, and my heart is set on you
You better shape up, you better understand
To my heart I must be true
You're the one that I want, ooh ooh ooh
Honey, the one that I want, ooh ooh ooh
Can't you see
Oh, yes, indeed
Oh, yes, indeed
If you're filled with affection, you're too shy to convey
Meditate in my direction, feel me
You better shape up, cause I need you now, can you keep me satisfied
You better shape up, you better prove that my love is justified
But I'm sure down deep inside
You're the one that I want, ooh ooh ooh
Honey, the one that I want, ooh ooh ooh
Honey, the one that I want, ooh ooh ooh
Can't you see
Oh, yes, indeed
Oh, yes, indeed
Angus & Julia Stone's song "You're The One That I Want" is a cover of the popular song from the musical Grease. The lyrics describe the intense emotions of being in love and the need for the other person to reciprocate those feelings. The first verse alludes to the physical sensations of being in love, with the singer describing chills and losing control. The power and electricity that their love provides is overwhelming, but the singer urges their lover to "shape up" and prove their commitment to the relationship.
The chorus is a declaration of love and desire, with the singer repeating "you're the one that I want" and asking their lover to see that they are meant to be together. The second verse is a plea for the other person to open up and communicate their feelings, with the singer inviting them to "meditate in my direction" and assuring them that their love is deep and genuine. The final lines of the song reiterate the chorus, with the singer confident that they have found their true love.
Overall, the lyrics of "You're The One That I Want" capture the intensity and passion of being in love, as well as the doubts and insecurities that come with it. The song's catchy melody and upbeat rhythm make it a popular choice for weddings and other romantic occasions.
Line by Line Meaning
I got chills, they're multiplying, and I'm losing control
I am feeling immense excitement and enthusiasm and I am beginning to lose my self-control.
'Cause the power you're supplying, it's electrifying
The energy and passion you bring to the table are incredible.
You better shape up, 'cause I need a man, and my heart is set on you
You better get your act together and become the kind of man I need, because I have placed my heart on you.
You better shape up, you better understand
You need to change and comprehend my requirements and desires.
To my heart I must be true
I must follow the beats of my heart and not compromise for anything.
You're the one that I want, ooh ooh ooh
You are the one I want to be with.
Honey, the one that I want, ooh ooh ooh
Sweetheart, you are the one I desire to be with.
Can't you see
Do you not realize?
Oh, yes, indeed
Oh, absolutely.
If you're filled with affection, you're too shy to convey
If you have profound attachment towards me but you are hesitant to express it,
Meditate in my direction, feel me
Think about me and open yourself to the emotions you have for me.
You better shape up, cause I need you now, can you keep me satisfied
You better improve your behavior and become the man I need to be with; can you do that and meet my satisfaction?
You better shape up, you better prove that my love is justified
You need to develop into the man I need, and prove to me that my love and trust in you are validated.
But I'm sure down deep inside
Although I can be doubtful, I believe that you have the potential to be the man I want to be with.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Royalty Network, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: John Farrar
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