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.
Breathing
Anne-Marie Lyrics
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'Cause deep inside don't feel good whenever we're parted
I don't ever wanna go backtrack, broken hearted
I feel like I hit my head 'cause now there are stars
More stars in my eyes than there is in the sky, babe
I'm sitting in the seat of your car
Your hand on my thigh, yes, I think I'm alright, babe
And now you're here, don't ever go far
I think I'm in love, I think I can feel it
Way back when I was young
I heard about love and never believed it
And then you changed my mind
In world record time
You said hello and I said, "Baby, don't tell me goodbye"
'Cause now I'm in love, can you believe it
That being in love is just as easy as breathing
(Ah ha, ooh hoo, ah ha yeah)
(Ah ha, ooh hoo, ah ha yeah)
That being in love is just as easy as breathing
I don't really know what's happening to my body
Whenever you touch my skin I feel music inside me
Feel so sorry for the girl that you loved before me
'Cause she just made the biggest damn mistake of her life
'Cause now you're mine, I'm holding on tight, baby
We're pulling up outside of the house
We fall in the couch and we lose track of time, baby
And now you're here, don't ever go far
I think I'm in love, I think I can feel it
Way back when I was young
I heard about love and never believed it
And then you changed my mind
In world record time
You said hello and I said, "Baby, don't tell me goodbye"
'Cause now I'm in love, can you believe it
That being in love is just as easy as breathing
(Ah ha, ooh hoo, ah ha yeah)
(Ah ha, ooh hoo, ah ha yeah)
That being in love is just as easy as breathing
I can grow older with you on my shoulder
I'm losing composure with you, love
With you, love
Ooh
Nothing can stop me, this feeling inside me
I just wanna scream it from rooftops
For you, love
Ah-ah-ah
I think I'm in love, I think I can feel it
Way back when I was young
I heard about love and never believed it
And then you changed my mind
In world record time
You said hello and I said, "Baby, don't tell me goodbye"
'Cause now I'm in love, can you believe it
That being in love is just as easy as breathing
The lyrics to Anne-Marie's "Breathing" depict the experience of falling in love and the profound impact it has on the singer. The song begins with the singer expressing uncertainty about the new feelings that have surfaced since meeting someone special. The absence of this person causes discomfort, and the singer wishes to avoid going back to a state of heartbreak.
The chorus reveals the singer's realization that they are indeed in love and compares this newfound emotion to the simplicity of breathing. The reference to feeling like they hit their head and seeing stars signifies the overwhelming excitement and joy that comes with falling in love. The mention of stars in the eyes reflects the singer's heightened perception and the beauty they find in this connection. The hand on the thigh and the proximity in the car further emphasize the intimacy and closeness the singer desires.
In the second verse, the singer reflects on the physical and emotional sensations experienced in the presence of their love interest. The mention of feeling music inside their skin signifies the euphoria and enchantment this person brings. The singer sympathizes with the ex-partner of their love interest, believing she made a huge mistake in letting them go. The chorus is repeated, highlighting the ease and naturalness of being in love.
The bridge expresses the singer's desire to grow older with their love interest and the overwhelming emotions they experience. They feel a sense of vulnerability and that nothing can hinder their love. The final chorus reiterates the realization of being in love and emphasizes its simplicity compared to past skepticism.
Overall, the song portrays the transformative power of love and how it brings fulfillment and a new perspective on life.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't really know about you, but something has started
I'm uncertain about you, but I sense the beginning of something special.
'Cause deep inside don't feel good whenever we're parted
When we're apart, a sense of unease and dissatisfaction fills me.
I don't ever wanna go backtrack, broken hearted
I never want to go back to a place of heartbreak and pain.
I feel like I hit my head 'cause now there are stars
I feel a dazzling euphoria and a sense of wonder.
More stars in my eyes than there is in the sky, babe
My eyes are filled with an overwhelming abundance of joy and possibility.
I'm sitting in the seat of your car
I find comfort and security in being in your presence.
Your hand on my thigh, yes, I think I'm alright, babe
The touch of your hand reassures and reassures me that everything is well.
And now you're here, don't ever go far
Now that you're here, I never want you to leave my side.
I think I'm in love, I think I can feel it
I believe that I've fallen in love, I can feel it deeply within me.
Way back when I was young
During my youth, a long time ago.
I heard about love and never believed it
I had heard about love, but I was skeptical and doubted its existence.
And then you changed my mind
However, you completely altered my perspective and proved love's existence to me.
In world record time
Remarkably fast and unexpectedly quick.
You said hello and I said, "Baby, don't tell me goodbye"
When you greeted me, I responded with a plea for you not to leave.
'Cause now I'm in love, can you believe it
Because now, I am madly in love. It's almost unbelievable.
That being in love is just as easy as breathing
Discovering love is effortless and natural, just like breathing.
I don't really know what's happening to my body
I am unsure of the changes occurring within me physically.
Whenever you touch my skin I feel music inside me
When you touch my skin, I experience a harmonious symphony resonating within me.
Feel so sorry for the girl that you loved before me
I pity the girl who had your love before I did.
'Cause she just made the biggest damn mistake of her life
Her decision to let you go was a catastrophic error, a colossal mistake.
'Cause now you're mine, I'm holding on tight, baby
Because now you belong to me, I am holding onto you tightly.
We're pulling up outside of the house
We are arriving at our destination, outside of the house.
We fall in the couch and we lose track of time, baby
We collapse onto the couch and become completely unaware of the passing of time.
And now you're here, don't ever go far
Now that you're with me, I never want you to be distant or inaccessible.
I can grow older with you on my shoulder
I can envision a future where I age while being supported by your presence and love.
I'm losing composure with you, love
I am becoming emotionally overwhelmed and vulnerable in your presence, my love.
With you, love
In the context of our love and relationship.
Nothing can stop me, this feeling inside me
No obstacles can hinder or suppress the overwhelming sensation within me.
I just wanna scream it from rooftops
I have an intense urge to shout my love and happiness to the world from the rooftops.
For you, love
Expressing my love for you, my dear.
I think I'm in love, I think I can feel it
I believe with certainty that I am experiencing love.
Way back when I was young
During my earlier years.
I heard about love and never believed it
I was informed about love, but I harbored doubts and skepticism.
And then you changed my mind
However, you altered my perspective and challenged my beliefs.
In world record time
Incredibly quickly and efficiently.
You said hello and I said, "Baby, don't tell me goodbye"
When you greeted me, I pleaded with you not to say goodbye.
'Cause now I'm in love, can you believe it
Because now, I have fallen deeply in love. Can you grasp the magnitude of it?
That being in love is just as easy as breathing
Being in love is as effortless and natural as breathing.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Anne-Marie Nicholson, Fredrik William Ball, Rachel Agatha Keen
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@BruhANTXD
One things that we all know about Anne-Marie is never disappointed us
@paml9666
So true
@qstarr
https://youtu.be/EUAOIP4nqyo
🔥🔥
@anilazanib6119
A bigggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggg yesssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss
@jonedone5209
Yeah this songs deserves more views and likes as Our song
@ushberta6303
Demasiado buenas las canciones de este album! Me encantaría que salga el videoclip respectivo😍!! Anne Marie la mejor!!
@omparkashmunjral4698
These lyrics+music+Anne's voice = A true masterpiece
@musicstreamer7142
https://youtu.be/RA57eLGEcKw 💋🎶💞
@mahiloveshazza6635
Yas❤️
@FerNando-xf9lr
True, beautifully a masterpiece