Anthony Hamilton (born January 28, 1971, in Charlotte, North Carolina) is a… Read Full Bio ↴Anthony Hamilton (born January 28, 1971, in Charlotte, North Carolina) is an R&B/soul/"neo-soul" singer and songwriter who rose to fame with his 2003 second album Comin' from Where I'm From, which featured the singles "Comin' from Where I'm From," "Charlene," and "I'm a Mess." Hamilton first discovered his talent while singing in his church choir at age 10. In 1993 he left Charlotte for New York City, where he signed with Andre Harrell's Uptown Records. At Uptown, he recorded XTC, which failed to receive radio play. He was first introduced to mainstream audiences with his singing of the chorus on the Nappy Roots song "Po' Folks," which earned a Grammy nomination for Best Rap/Sung Collaboration in 2003. He is also featured in the Jadakiss single "Why", and the Tupac song "Thugz Mansion". He previously made a little-known guest appearance on Busta Rhymes' album "When Disaster Strikes" singing the hook on "Things We Be Doin' For Money" in 1997.

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.

Sailin' Away
Anthony Hamilton Lyrics

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Woke up this mornin'
Looked out the window and saw
Everyone playing
Playing basket some ball
Travelling freely
Ran out to join them as one
Seemed to be so much fun

All day I dream
I dream of winnin'
All day I dream
I dream I'm sailin' away
Sailin' away

Well, had on my favorite shoes
Helped me to play so long
The sun started goin' down
Ended like a breeze
I can go day and all night
I'm game and feelin' alright
Tryin' to tell you
That you're my victory
Sailin', sailin', sailin'

All day I dream
I dream of winnin'
All day I dream
I dream, I'm sailin' away (I'm dreamin' I can sail away)
Sailin' away

Woo, would you love to ball
Ooo, havin' fun and all
Ooo, Sky gettin' over the rim
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I'm game on you
Ooo, be it one on one
Ooo, on circle boulevard
Ooo, Posted I've gotta go
I'm checkin' out you
I'm checkin' out you

All day I dream
I dream of winnin'
All day I dream (All day)
I dream of sailin' away (I'm thinkin' 'bout you)
Sailin' away (hey)

All day I dream (well)
I dream of winnin' (I keep on dreamin')
All day I dream (we can be playin')
I dream of sailin' away
Sailin' away

Woo, good God almighty
Ooo, good God almighty
Ooo, tell me
Ooo, ohhhh
Wooo, good god almighty
Ooo
Somebody help me talk about it
Havin' fun one on one (you)

All day I dream
I dream of winning (Dreamin' about you)
All day I dream

I dream of sailin' away (Hey)
Sailin', sailin', sailin'

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Anthony Hamilton's song Sailin' Away describe a dream of winning in a game of basketball. The singer wakes up in the morning and looks out the window to see people playing basketball, he rushes out to join them and feels the excitement of the game. He dreams of winning and sailing away, free from the struggles and hardships of life. The song talks about the joy of playing sports and the feeling of victory after working hard to achieve it.

The lyrics are quite simple and straightforward, yet powerful in their message. The song is a tribute to the spirit of sportsmanship, dedication, and hard work. It highlights the importance of dreams, and how they can motivate us to strive for greatness. Hamilton's soulful voice adds depth and emotion to the lyrics, making it a moving and inspiring song.

Overall, ‘Sailin' Away’ is a feel-good song that inspires hope, positivity, and perseverance. It’s a song that reminds us to never give up on our dreams, no matter how difficult they may seem. The basketball imagery in the lyrics symbolizes the challenges that we face in life, and how we can overcome them with the right mindset and determination.

Line by Line Meaning

Woke up this mornin'
Anthony wakes up in the morning

Looked out the window and saw
Anthony looks out the window and sees people playing basketball

Everyone playing
Everyone is playing basketball

Playing basket some ball
The people are playing basketball

Travelling freely
The players are moving freely on the court

Ran out to join them as one
Anthony runs to join the players

Seemed to be so much fun
Anthony thinks playing basketball is fun

All day I dream
Anthony dreams of winning

I dream of winnin'
Anthony dreams of winning in basketball

I dream I'm sailin' away
Anthony dreams of escaping through basketball

Sailin' away
Anthony wants to escape through basketball

Well, had on my favorite shoes
Anthony is wearing his favorite shoes to play basketball

Helped me to play so long
Anthony's favorite shoes help him play basketball for a long time

The sun started goin' down
The sun is setting, indicating the end of the day

Ended like a breeze
The day ends quickly

I can go day and all night
Anthony can play basketball all day and night

I'm game and feelin' alright
Anthony is ready and feeling good

Tryin' to tell you
Anthony wants to express something

That you're my victory
Winning in basketball is Anthony's victory

Sailin', sailin', sailin'
Anthony wants to escape through basketball

Woo, would you love to ball
Anthony asks if people want to play basketball

Ooo, havin' fun and all
Playing basketball is fun

Ooo, Sky gettin' over the rim
Players are jumping high to reach the rim

I'm game on you
Anthony is ready to play against someone

Ooo, be it one on one
Anthony is willing to play one-on-one

Ooo, on circle boulevard
The game is being played on Circle Boulevard

Ooo, Posted I've gotta go
Anthony has to leave soon

I'm checkin' out you
Anthony is saying goodbye to the other players

Woo, good God almighty
Anthony exclaims in awe

Ooo, tell me
Anthony wants to know something

Ooo, ohhhh
Anthony expresses excitement

Ooo
Anthony expresses excitement

Somebody help me talk about it
Anthony wants someone to talk about basketball with him

Havin' fun one on one (you)
Anthony is having fun playing basketball one-on-one with someone

All day I dream
Anthony dreams of winning all day

I dream (we can be playin')
Anthony dreams of playing basketball with others

Hey
Anthony calls out to others to join him in playing basketball

Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: THOM BELL, WILLIAM HART, LAVELL CRUMP, BRAD FRANKLIN, RAYMON MURRAY, CAMERON GIPP, ANTWAN PATTON, NOIZE ORGANIZED, PATRICK BROWN, RICO WADE, FRED BELL

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