Soulife was released in June of 2005 by Rhino Records. The album is composed of songs recorded during the early part of Hamilton's career. Ain't Nobody Worryin was released on December 13, 2005 by SoSoDef/Zomba Label Group. In 2007, another compilation album, Southern Comfort, was released, featuring songs written and recorded during a similar period. A year later, in december 2008, he released another album, The Point of it all.
Hamilton also makes a guest appearance on blues guitarist Buddy Guy's 2005 album Bring Em In, contributing vocals to Guy's cover of Bob Dylan's Lay Lady Lay. Bring Em In also features appearances by John Mayer and Carlos Santana.
At the BET Awards of 2006, Anthony Hamilton was nominated for and won the BETJ 'Cool Like That' Award. He has also received a 2009 Grammy for a tribute performance to Al Green.
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Anthony Hamilton performs two tracks on the 2007 movie "American Gangster" soundtrack, as well as appearing in a scene of the film.
Comin
Anthony Hamilton Lyrics
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Got time and a story to tell
Started when I was nine years old
Woke up and daddy was gone
I started hustling and the couldn't tell me nothing
Fronting in the hood, trying to be somebody
My soul was on empty
I was searching for something
Tried to keep from trouble
Living too fast
Trying to make a good hustle
Sometimes it gets rough
Comin' from where I'm from, I'm from
Times got hard
Comin' from where I'm from, I'm from
Sometimes you gotta walk to work
Comin' from where I'm from, I'm from
Sometimes you gotta do a little dirt
Comin' from where I'm from, I'm from
Wasn' really looking guess I found it
Five foot three light brown skinned
Coming from the university
Lifestyle looking kind of lovely
Didn't know she had much game
Down to ride out, even take the train
Even take her to a poker game
Top notch fried chicken and sushi
Tried to be good
Tried to treat you like a lady
Tried to be your friend
Turned out that you were shady
Sometimes it gets lonely
Comin' from where I'm from, I'm from
Some times ain't what they seem to be
Comin' from where I'm from, I'm from
Some times would get the best of me
Comin' from where I'm from, I'm from
Well, tried to be good (I tried, I tried)
Wanted nothing but to love somebody
Didn't want to die young
Steady hustling trying to feed my family
Too scared to have kids and like daddy did
'Cause I'm so scared of failing
Sometimes it gets hard
Comin' from where I'm from, I'm from
Comin' from where I'm from, I'm from
Sometimes you gotta moan
Comin' from where I'm from, I'm from
Sometimes you gotta cry a little louder
Comin' from where I'm from, I'm from
Sometimes you gotta fight the pain
Comin' from where I'm from, I'm from
Sometimes you get a little worried
Comin' from where I'm from, I'm from
Sometimes you get lost out of touch
Comin' from where I'm from, I'm from
Sometimes I think I pray a little to much
Comin' from where I'm from, I'm from
Sometimes I get a little scared
Comin' from where I'm from, I'm from
Anthony Hamilton's song "Comin' From Where I'm From" is a bluesy ode to overcoming adversity, poverty, and struggle. The song is autobiographical or semi-autobiographical in nature and is an attempt to share the pain and resilience of someone who has had to fight against the odds to survive. The song is structured around several verses, each of which talks about a different aspect of Hamilton's life's journey: his father's abandonment, his early struggles with hustling, his fruitless attempts at love, and his constant fear of failure.
Hamilton begins the song by describing the pain he feels after getting arrested and failing to make bail. He then delves into the details of his early life, starting when he was just nine years old. He woke up one day and found that his father had left, leaving him and his family in a difficult situation. Thus, Hamilton started hustling and didn't listen to anyone who tried to steer him in the right direction. His search for meaning in his life led him down the path of fast living and trying to make a quick buck.
Despite his best efforts to survive, Hamilton recognizes that life is not easy. He acknowledges that sometimes, things get rough when coming from the kind of circumstances that he grew up in. He talks about how he had to walk to work, do a little dirt, and fight the pain. However, Hamilton is also quick to underline the resilience that comes with his upbringing. He emphasizes that sometimes, you have to moan or cry a little louder, fight the pain, and get a little worried to make it in this world.
Overall, Hamilton's song is a powerful anthem that speaks to anyone who has ever lived a life filled with pain, struggle, and hardship. It's a song that's easy to identify with and is both hopeful and honest in its portrayal of life's difficulties.
Line by Line Meaning
Sitting here, guess I didn' make bail
I am currently in jail because I could not afford bail
Got time and a story to tell
I have nothing but time to reflect on my life and my experiences
Started when I was nine years old
My life took a turn for the worse when I was just a child
Woke up and daddy was gone
My father left the family and I had to grow up without a male role model
I started hustling and the couldn't tell me nothing
I turned to a life of illegal activities and refused to listen to anyone who tried to stop me
Fronting in the hood, trying to be somebody
I tried to impress others in my neighborhood by acting tough and trying to gain status
My soul was on empty
I felt lost and empty inside, unsure of my purpose in life
I was searching for something
I had a longing for something more in life, something that would give me fulfillment
Tried to be good
I attempted to live a moral and legal life despite the temptations around me
Tried to keep from trouble
I did my best to avoid getting involved in dangerous or illegal situations
Living too fast
I was living recklessly and without regard for my future
Trying to make a good hustle
I was attempting to make a living by any means necessary, even if it was illegal
Sometimes it gets rough
Life can be difficult and challenging at times
Times got hard
I faced financial difficulties and hardships in my life
Sometimes you gotta walk to work
I had to make sacrifices, such as walking instead of driving or taking public transportation to save money
Sometimes you gotta do a little dirt
I had to engage in illegal activities in order to survive
Wasn' really looking guess I found it
I stumbled upon love unexpectedly
Five foot three light brown skinned
Describing the physical appearance of the person I fell in love with
Coming from the university
She was educated and came from a different background than me
Lifestyle looking kind of lovely
She had a comfortable and intriguing way of living
Didn't know she had much game
I did not realize how skilled she was at playing games and manipulating me
Down to ride out, even take the train
She was willing to be with me no matter the circumstances, even if it meant taking public transportation
Even take her to a poker game
She was open to new experiences and was willing to participate in activities that I enjoyed
Top notch fried chicken and sushi
Describing the food we enjoyed together
Tried to be good
I attempted to treat her with respect and be a good partner
Tried to treat you like a lady
I attempted to show her chivalry and respect her as a woman
Tried to be your friend
I attempted to establish a strong friendship as a foundation for our relationship
Turned out that you were shady
She ended up betraying my trust and acting in an unfaithful manner
Sometimes it gets lonely
I experienced feelings of isolation and loneliness
Some times ain't what they seem to be
Things are not always what they appear to be on the surface
Some times would get the best of me
Certain situations would overwhelm me and cause me to feel powerless
Wanted nothing but to love somebody
I desired a meaningful and fulfilling romantic relationship
Didn't want to die young
I did not want to follow in my father's footsteps and die young
Steady hustling trying to feed my family
I was constantly working hard to provide for my loved ones and ensure their well-being
Too scared to have kids and like daddy did
I was afraid of becoming a father and repeating the same mistakes that my own father made
'Cause I'm so scared of failing
I was apprehensive about taking risks and potentially failing
Sometimes you gotta moan
Sometimes it is necessary to express emotions, such as sadness or frustration
Sometimes you gotta cry a little louder
Sometimes it is necessary to express emotions louder in order to be heard and understood
Sometimes you gotta fight the pain
Sometimes it is necessary to confront and overcome emotional pain in order to move forward
Sometimes you get a little worried
I sometimes experienced anxiety and uncertainty about my future
Sometimes you get lost out of touch
I sometimes felt disconnected from myself and unsure of my identity
Sometimes I think I pray a little to much
I turned to prayer in order to find comfort and guidance
Sometimes I get a little scared
I sometimes experienced fear and uncertainty about my life circumstances
Lyrics ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: ANTHONY CORNELIUS HAMILTON, MARK CHRISTOPHER BATSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@markhouston2255
Worked as a concert director for 15 years. Did 700+ shows. Anthony Hamilton is the nicest guy Iโve met. A real class act. Much respect.
@bernardhenderson1146
Well said. Appreciate u saying that
@charlesulmer2621
Awesome to hear!
@exzanderboone24
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@ephraimsmith6085
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@mariorice3718
This literally makes me cry. I went through everything in this song. Peace love and happiness to everyone in the pursuit of happiness.
@lekeishamartin-mann6098
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@waynehardy6186
Went through all that also , big ups to those who made it through to the other side
@devonmoody1460
At 18 years old was goin thru all this man
@user-kb1yq9nl6e
The same here