He has won numerous other awards, including the 2005 Best Contemporary Rock Performer in the prestigious Mo Awards.
He is known for his powerful trained voice and his versatility in the mix of genres in releases and live performances. All but one of the tracks on his second album 'A New Chapter' were co-written by Anthony and he continues to be an extremely popular figure in the Australian music scene. His albums, singles and DVD have all achieved Top 20 status.
Want You To See
Anthony Callea Lyrics
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That's all you re seeing
Tabloids, magazines get to me
You almost start believing
So many faces and places
Your pictures always taken
No words I say are right or wrong
I always seem to get mistaken
Nothing is changing you'll see
This is what I wanna be
[Chorus:]
I wanna live
I wanna breathe
I wanna show you what I'm all about
I wanna hold you when I'm feeling down
I want you to see
Mirror mirror on the wall
I won't let you deceive me
Don't get me wrong
I'm not as strong as what you're believing
Misunderstood, don't judge the book
If you're not gonna read it
Take a closer look at me
And tell me what it is that you're seeing
Look at me
Nothing is changing you'll see
This is what I wanna be
[Chorus]
Feel so right, feel so wrong
Sometimes I can't go on
Feel so weak, feel so strong
It's you that I need
[Chorus]
The lyrics of Anthony Callea's song "Want You To See" seem to be about the pressure and scrutiny that come with fame. Callea sings about the constant attention that he receives from the media and the public, as well as their expectations and judgments. He feels misunderstood and judged, but at the same time, he wants to be seen for who he truly is. The lyrics suggest that despite the challenges that come with being a public figure, Callea is willing to embrace his role and share himself with his fans.
The first verse of the song describes the various types of "lights" that Callea sees around him – "bright lights, city lights, stage lights" – but points out that this is all that people seem to notice about him. He suggests that the media (represented by "tabloids, magazines") have a way of distorting the truth and shaping public perception. The lyrics "no words I say are right or wrong, I always seem to get mistaken" imply that Callea feels a sense of powerlessness when it comes to controlling his own image. However, despite the challenges he faces, he remains optimistic and determined to pursue his dreams, as is evident in the chorus where he sings 'I wanna live, I wanna breathe, I wanna show you what I'm all about'.
The second verse seems to address the internal struggle that Callea faces as a result of his fame. He sings about looking in the mirror and trying not to be deceived by his own reflection. The lyrics "Don't get me wrong, I'm not as strong as what you're believing" suggests that while he may appear confident and self-assured to others, he has his own doubts and insecurities. However, he also believes that people shouldn't judge him without getting to know him first. In the end, Callea wants to be seen and accepted for who he truly is, flaws and all.
Line by Line Meaning
Brignt lights, city lights, stage lights
The bright lights of the city and stage set the scene of my life.
That's all you re seeing
But that's all I'm showing you - just the surface.
Tabloids, magazines get to me
The media's portrayal of me affects me.
You almost start believing
It's so convincing, you almost believe the stories yourself.
So many faces and places
I'm surrounded by many people and opportunities.
Your pictures always taken
But you only capture a small, selective part of my life.
No words I say are right or wrong
No matter what I say, it can be portrayed positively or negatively.
I always seem to get mistaken
People often misinterpret my intentions or character.
Look at me
Despite all that, here I am.
Nothing is changing you'll see
I'm staying true to myself and my dreams.
This is what I wanna be
I want to pursue the path I've chosen.
I wanna live
I want to experience life fully, on my own terms.
I wanna breathe
I want to feel free and unencumbered.
I wanna show you what I'm all about
I want to reveal the real me, beyond the superficial.
I wanna hold you when I'm feeling down
I want someone to support and comfort me during difficult times.
I want you to see
I want others to truly see and understand me.
Mirror mirror on the wall
I'm speaking to the image I see of myself.
I won't let you deceive me
I won't be fooled by my own self-doubt or insecurities.
Don't get me wrong
I'm not as unshakable as I may appear.
I'm not as strong as what you're believing
I have my weaknesses and vulnerabilities.
Misunderstood, don't judge the book
It's easy to make assumptions or negative judgements without truly understanding.
If you're not gonna read it
If you're not willing to get to know me, then don't make assumptions about who I am.
Take a closer look at me
I'm more than you may initially think.
And tell me what it is that you're seeing
I want to know how others truly perceive me.
Feel so right, feel so wrong
Life can be confusing and contradictory at times.
Sometimes I can't go on
It can be overwhelming and difficult to keep going.
Feel so weak, feel so strong
I feel both vulnerable and resilient
It's you that I need
I need someone to support and understand me.
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