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.
Places
Anne-Marie Lyrics
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Don't know why I do if it's only gonna make me sad
And I know I said it did, but it never hurt that bad
I wish you'd tell me, if this is the place
I wish you'd tell me, if this is the place
Trust me when I say that I trust you
If you just let me know, that's what I'd do
But you have to tell me before I'm the one to choose
I wish you'd tell me, if this is the place
Holding out for hope or the closest thing that I have
I thought of praying last night, but it didn't get that bad
And even if it did, I wouldn't know what questions to ask
I wish you'd tell me, if this is the place
I wish you'd tell me, if this is the place
I haven't heard from you in a week or two
And I have nothing nice to say, but I'd like to
And if it's quiet or you feel like talking, you can too
You can too
But I wish you'd tell me, if this is the place
I wish you'd tell me, if this is the place
The lyrics to Anne-Marie's song "Places" convey the theme of longing for clarity and communication in a relationship. The singer consistently searches for their partner in the background of photographs, suggesting a desire to reconnect with them. Despite knowing that this search may only bring sadness, the singer still hopes to be informed about the current state of their relationship. They express a deep longing for their partner to communicate whether the current situation is where they both want to be. The repetition of the line, "I wish you'd tell me, if this is the place," highlights the singer's yearning for honesty and open dialogue.
The lyrics also touch upon trust issues within the relationship. The singer implores their partner to trust them enough to share their feelings and desires. They emphasize that they would make choices based on the information provided, but they need their partner to be forthcoming before making decisions. The singer finds themselves holding onto hope, possibly for the relationship to improve or reach a better place. They contemplate praying but feel unsure about the questions to ask, suggesting a lack of clarity and uncertainty.
As the song continues, it becomes evident that the singer has not heard from their partner in a significant amount of time. They express frustration, noting that they have nothing nice to say but still desire communication. They offer an invitation to their partner, assuring them that they can talk if they feel like it or even just enjoy a quiet moment together. However, the lingering wish remains for their partner to tell them if they consider the current situation to be the place they want to be.
Overall, "Places" captures the emotional struggle of desiring open and honest communication within a relationship while grappling with uncertainty and the longing for clarity.
Line by Line Meaning
I always look for you in the background of photographs
I constantly search for your presence in the memories captured in photographs
Don't know why I do if it's only gonna make me sad
I am unsure of why I keep looking for you, knowing that it will only bring me sadness
And I know I said it did, but it never hurt that bad
Although I claimed that it hurt, the pain was never as intense as I made it out to be
I wish you'd tell me, if this is the place
I long for you to communicate with me, to confirm if this is where we belong
Trust me when I say that I trust you
Believe me when I express my unwavering trust in you
If you just let me know, that's what I'd do
If only you would inform me, I would take the necessary actions
But you have to tell me before I'm the one to choose
However, you must provide me with guidance before I make any decisions
Holding out for hope or the closest thing that I have
I am clinging onto hope or any semblance of positivity that remains
I thought of praying last night, but it didn't get that bad
Last night, I contemplated turning to prayer, but my situation didn't reach that desperate point
And even if it did, I wouldn't know what questions to ask
Even if my circumstances became dire, I wouldn't know the right questions to seek guidance
I haven't heard from you in a week or two
It has been a week or two since I last received any communication from you
And I have nothing nice to say, but I'd like to
Although I have no pleasant words, I still desire to have a conversation with you
And if it's quiet or you feel like talking, you can too
And if things are calm or if you're open to discussions, you can initiate as well
You can too
You also have the freedom and opportunity to communicate
But I wish you'd tell me, if this is the place
Nevertheless, I yearn for you to clarify if this is where we truly belong
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Written by: Anne Pashley
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LYRICS
I'll be honest
I'm all right with me
Sunday mornings
In my own bedsheets
I've been waking up alone
I haven't thought of her for days
I'll be honest
It's better off this way
But every time I think that I can get you out my head
You never, ever let me forget
'Cause
Just when I think you're gone
Hear our song on the radio
Just like that, takes me back
To the places we used to go
And I've been trying but I just can't fight it
When I hear it, I just can't stop smiling
I remember you're gone
Baby, it's just a song on the radio
That we used to know
I'll be honest
I'm all right with me
Sunday mornings
In my own white tee
I've been waking up alone
I haven't thought of him for days
I'll be honest
It's better off this way
Every time I think that I can get you out my head
You never, ever let me forget
'Cause
Just when I think you're gone
Hear our song on the radio
Just like that, takes me back
To the places we used to go
And I've been trying but I just can't fight it
When I hear it, I just can't stop smiling
I remember you're gone
Baby, it's just a song on the radio
That we used to know
Just when I think you're gone
Hear our song on the radio
Just like that, takes me back
To the places we used to go
And I've been trying but I just can't fight it
When I hear it, I just can't stop smiling
I remember you're gone
Baby, it's just a song on the radio
And I've been trying but I just can't fight it
When I hear it, I just can't stop smiling
I remember you're gone
Baby, it's just a song on the radio
That we used to know
@kamrunnahar199
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Niall :got chased by police in a vintage car
Zayn: got chased by police in a vintage car
Harry: shot golden in a vintage car
Liam: Payne
Edit:hi,Love!
Sorry it bothered you. I wrote it very early and didn't expect it to get THIS many likes,honestly. ALSO, I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THE SONG AND BOTH OF THEM INDIVIDUALLY. It's just that he was a part of a band and no matter what he does,It's obvious we won't forget about the band absolutely. I just remembered and noticed the thing and wrote it.
Sorry if it hurt you.
@lostinthespace826
I'll be honest
I'm all right with me
Sunday mornings
In my own bedsheets
I've been waking up alone
I haven't thought of her for days
I'll be honest
It's better off this way
But every time I think that I can get you out my head
You never, ever let me forget
'Cause
Just when I think you're gone
Hear our song on the radio
Just like that, takes me back
To the places we used to go
And I've been trying but I just can't fight it
When I hear it, I just can't stop smiling
I remember you're gone
Baby, it's just a song on the radio
That we used to know
I'll be honest
I'm all right with me
Sunday mornings
In my own white tee
I've been waking up alone
I haven't thought of him for days
I'll be honest
It's better off this way
Every time I think that I can get you out my head
You never, ever let me forget
'Cause
Just when I think you're gone
Hear our song on the radio
Just like that, takes me back
To the places we used to go
And I've been trying but I just can't fight it
When I hear it, I just can't stop smiling
I remember you're gone
Baby, it's just a song on the radio
That we used to know
Just when I think you're gone
Hear our song on the radio
Just like that, takes me back
To the places we used to go
And I've been trying but I just can't fight it
When I hear it, I just can't stop smiling
I remember you're gone
Baby, it's just a song on the radio
And I've been trying but I just can't fight it
When I hear it, I just can't stop smiling
I remember you're gone
Baby, it's just a song on the radio
That we used to know
@9jaFanx
Wow this is totally Our Song ๐ฏ
@jessicagadh8987
Yess
@adya5961
Yasss
@andregarcia709
for sure!! love it!
@kacileahestrella
Yes!
@maansiramanyam9070
Anne-Marie & Niall Horan - Our Song (Lyrics)
https://youtu.be/K0dMH6Is1EM
@BruhANTXD
Congrats to everyone who is early and found this comment..
@adorawixie
I saw you with this comment on butter too
@farrelaja5484
hmmmm
@Mantv_77
Shut up