Essex, England-born Anne-Marie Nicholson was no stranger to performing by t… Read Full Bio ↴Essex, England-born Anne-Marie Nicholson was no stranger to performing by the time her debut EP dropped in 2015, having shared the stage as a 12-year-old with none other than Jessie J in a West End production of Whistle Down the Wind. She also auditioned for Les Misérables without telling her parents, and was offered a part. It was a risk that paid off, as it served to open her parents' eyes to her singing ability. Aside from West End commitments, the intervening years between her days as a child star and the advent of her career as a pop singer were spent becoming a world karate champion no fewer than three times, an art form she credited with teaching her discipline and focus, two essential traits of becoming a successful musician.

After a chance meeting with an aspiring singer/songwriter, she managed to secure some studio time in Elton John's Rocket Studios, and, after hearing what she could do, she was subsequently picked up by Elton's management company Rocket Music. Anne-Marie released a demo in 2013 entitled Summer Girl, which drew some attention to the singer, most notably garnering a fan in Ed Sheeran. Despite the encouraging start to her solo career, things were put on hold to give her more time to develop as an artist.

Having guested on tracks by dubstep supergroup Magnetic Man, London-based garage duo Gorgon City, and progressive house trio Raized by Wolves, Anne-Marie caught the attention of Brit and MOBO award winners Rudimental. She was featured alongside Dizzee Rascal and Will Heard on two tracks from their second album, 2015's We the Generation, and spent two years touring with the band, playing some of the world's biggest stages and best-known festivals.

The summer of that year also saw the release of Anne-Marie's debut EP on Rudimental's then-new record label, Major Tom's. The aptly titled Karate EP featured three tracks and a Chloe Martini remix, and producers Josh Record and Two Inch Punch worked with her on the record. Both the lead single "Karate," a slick fusion of electro-grime and R&B, and the follow-up "Gemini," garnered some very positive reviews and led Anne-Marie to gigging as a solo artist. In early 2016, the single "Do It Right" reached the U.K. charts, and several months later "Alarm" hit the Top 40 in several charts around the world.

In 2017, Anne-Marie scored a hit single when she featured on Clean Bandit's multi-platinum "Rockabye" with Sean Paul. The song topped the charts across Europe and in Australia, breaking into the Top Ten in Canada and the U.S. She followed with the solo singles "Ciao Adios" and "Heavy," which both charted in the U.K. and Ireland. Both tracks appeared on her debut full-length, Speak Your Mind, which saw release in April 2018. The record also featured the track "Friends," written and recorded with American dance producer Marshmello.

All Night
Anne-Marie Lyrics

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At the all-night party
Standing in the corner
I am watching you
Drink in my hand
I wish it were you instead

At the all-night party
You are dancing

I am watching you
My hands are empty
I dance to your direction
I wish I'd never come here
To the all-night party
I wish that I were miles away

In my hand, I hold empty desires
In my hand an emptying glass

Standing in the corner
At the all night party

Overall Meaning

These lyrics portray the singer's experience at an all-night party, where they are filled with longing and regret. The first paragraph describes how the singer is positioned in a corner, observing someone they desire. They are holding a drink in their hand, but they express a wish for it to be the person they are watching. This indicates their yearning for a deeper connection and intimacy.

The second paragraph continues the theme of longing and observation. The singer sees the person they desire dancing, while they themselves are still standing in the corner. They express a sense of emptiness as their hands are empty, emphasizing their longing to be with the person they are watching. Despite the singer's desire to move closer and engage with the person, they feel trapped and regretful about attending the all-night party.

In the third paragraph, the lyrics delve into the singer's emotional state. They hold onto empty desires and an emptying glass, symbolizing their longing and dissatisfaction. Standing in the corner further emphasizes their feelings of isolation and detachment from the partygoers. The repeated reference to being in the corner suggests a metaphorical corner they feel stuck in, unable to break free from their unrequited desires.

The lyrics conclude with a reflection on the singer's regrets about attending the all-night party. They express a wish to be miles away from the situation, indicating their desire to escape the unfulfilled longing and disappointment they feel. The repetition of the phrase "All night party" serves as a reminder of the specific setting that intensifies the singer's emotions. Overall, the lyrics depict the singer's inner struggle and emotional turmoil as they yearn for a connection that remains out of reach at the party.

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Written by: ANNE CLARKE, VINNY REILLY

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