Biography:
Lister started playing guitar at 8 and played his first concert in a bar band at the age of 13. He had learned guitar by playing along to his father's old 45s of Freddie King, John Mayall and Eric Clapton. By the time he was 18, having already been in several bands, he formed his own, which recorded two albums Messin' With The Kid (1996) and Pay Attention! (1997). Three numbers written by Lister, on the second album, attracted the attention of Ruf Records' owner Thomas Ruf. In 1998 they signed a record deal and Lister recorded his first major album, Aynsley Lister, produced by Jim Gaines. The tracks were primarily Lister compositions, and the album featured a guest appearance by Walter Trout. The album led to him touring Europe and working with some of the top current blues players.
While Lister's music is blues based, his own material incorporates contemporary influences with harder rhythms and guitar work, reminiscent of early Eric Clapton. Lister was the only British artist to be featured in Classic Rock's 2007 "Top 10 Contemporary Blues Artists"; alongside The White Stripes, The Black Keys, John Mayer, Jon Spencer, Jonny Lang, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Joe Bonamassa, Derek Trucks and the North Mississippi Allstars.
After his first album Lister began opening for artists such as Buddy Guy, Robert Cray, John Mayall and contemporaries such as Bryan Adams and Fun Lovin Criminals. Having become better known, he now headlines major festivals in Europe. He has twice played the Heitere Open Air in Switzerland to 12,000 people and in 2006 he played the main stage at The Bayfront Blues Festival, MN. Later that year he was invited to sit in with Delbert McClinton at The Pinedale Blues Festival in Wyoming, where Delbert kept Lister on stage for the whole second half of his show. In May 2009, Lister played to over 16,000 people whilst opening for the legendary Lynyrd Skynyrd on the UK dates of their God and Guns tour, performed a headline slot at Glastonbury in 2010 and during the same year, shared the stage with ZZ Top at the Skånevik Bluesfestival in Norway.
Lister has also recorded with Jesse Davey from the English blues band The Hoax on Everything I Need (2000) and All Or Nothing (2002) both produced by Greg Haver (Manic Street Preachers, Catatonia). Everything I Need was his debut US release in 2006, in preparation for a US tour, and received critical acclaim. Lister's fourth studio album, and his first to only contain original material, was 2007's Upside Down which Lister produced himself.
In June 2008 Lister changed to ARM Management and signed to Manhaton Records in August 2008, releasing Equilibrium in March 2009. Equilibrium was produced by Steve Darrel Smith and features Robbie McIntosh, Paul Beavis and Simon Johnson. Following "Equilibrium", he and his band relocated to the Tower Arts Centre and with the tape rolling, nailed a cracking rendition of their high-octane live set to produce the storming 'Tower Sessions' record, which was released on Manhaton Records in 2010 and consequently voted 'Best Live Album' in the 2011 Blues Matters Writers Poll.
For the tenth album of his career to date, "Home" (2013), Aynsley has flown the nest of being under contract with anyone but himself. "Home" is the debut release for his own label "Straight Talkin' Records," set up in partnership with his fiancée and manager, Stephanie Wildey in the same year.
Home
Aynsley Lister Lyrics
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In the flicker, I can see the texture of your skin
Your eyes glisten, as time stands still
I can feel you breathing
Against the air from out the window so chill
And I know, oh I know
That now I can't walk away
This is how it's supposed to be
You got me from inside
In your arms tonight is home to me
A single moment, undisturbed
That could last forever, that could say a thousand words
Touch like a whisper, from somewhere within
Some kind of connection
Yeah so strong like the wind, like the wind
And I know where I belong
Whether near or far away
Over me you have a power
There's nowhere I'd rather be
Got me from inside
In your arms tonight is home to me
Well that's home to me yeah
In my bubble I can hide away
Close the door behind me where you keep me safe
Watch you sleeping as I lie awake
You give me something, helps me float away, float away
The song "Home" by Aynsley Lister is about the power of love and the sense of comfort and belonging that it brings. The song starts with a description of a candle lighting up the room and creates an ambiance which, in turn, brings out the texture of the skin and the gleam in the eyes of the singer's loved one. As the two stare into each other's eyes, time seems to stand still, and the singer feels a sense of belonging that he has never experienced before.
The chorus of the song makes it clear that the singer cannot break free from the love that his partner has over him. The lyrics "Over me, you have the power, this is how it's supposed to be, you got me from inside, in your arms tonight is home to me" describe the power of love that the partner holds over the singer. The singer does not feel homesick as long as he is embraced in the arms of his loved one.
The second verse of the song describes the connection between the singer and his partner, which is described as being "like the wind." The verse also mentions how the singer is willing to go wherever his partner is, highlighting the depth of his love.
Overall, "Home" is a song about love and the sense of belonging that it brings. Through its lyrics, we can appreciate the power of love in making us feel secure and at home wherever we are, as long as we are with our loved ones.
Line by Line Meaning
A single candle, lights the room we're in
The only source of light in the room is a single candle that illuminates our surroundings.
In the flicker, I can see the texture of your skin
As the flame of the candle moves, I can observe the tinge of your skin in the shimmering light.
Your eyes glisten, as time stands still
In the tranquillity of the moment, your eyes reflect the light, shining and gleaming as we fall into stillness.
I can feel you breathing
I sense the gentle rise and fall of your chest, as you quietly breathe in and out.
Against the air from out the window so chill
The cold air coming from outside through the window contrasts with the warmth we share in the room.
And I know, oh I know
I am fully aware and sure of my emotions.
That now I can't walk away
I cannot leave your side, for I am drawn to you completely.
Over me you have a power
Your influence upon me is so strong that I am compelled by your every move and emotion.
This is how it's supposed to be
Our current state of being is what fate intended for us.
You got me from inside
You have captured my heart and soul, leaving me vulnerable and exposed.
In your arms tonight is home to me
Being in your embrace is where I feel the most at home and at peace.
A single moment, undisturbed
A singular, unbroken moment of time, untouched by external forces or distractions.
That could last forever, that could say a thousand words
This moment in time could last an eternity, possessing the power to convey a thousand messages through its aura alone.
Touch like a whisper, from somewhere within
Your touch is as soft and faint as a whisper, originating from deep within you.
Some kind of connection
There seems to be an unexplainable tie or bond between us that surpasses any logical explanation.
Yeah so strong like the wind, like the wind
This connection we possess seems as powerful and unstoppable as the gusts of wind that can change the course of nature.
And I know where I belong
I am certain of my place in this moment, and where I am supposed to be.
Whether near or far away
It doesn't matter the distance between us, as long as I am yours and you are mine.
There's nowhere I'd rather be
I wouldn't want to be anywhere else besides where we are now.
Got me from inside
I am captivated by every part of you that lives within me.
In your arms tonight is home to me
Being in your embrace is the only place I consider home.
In my bubble I can hide away
I am able to withdraw into myself and away from the world around me.
Close the door behind me where you keep me safe
I am entrusting you to protect and secure me within this private, personal space.
Watch you sleeping as I lie awake
As you sleep, I find comfort in observing and being near you in your peaceful state.
You give me something, helps me float away, float away
You provide me with something that allows me to escape from the stresses of life and float away into blissful relaxation.
Contributed by Claire A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Elizabeth Hernandez
A single candle, lights the room we’re in
In the flicker, I can see the texture of your skin
Your eyes glisten, as time stands still
I can feel you breathing
Against the air from out the window so chill
And I know, oh I know
That now I can’t walk away
Over me you have a power
This is how it’s supposed to be
You got me from inside
In your arms tonight is home to me
A single moment, undisturbed
That could last forever, that could say a thousand words
Touch like a whisper, from somewhere within
Some kind of connection
Yeah so strong like the wind, like the wind
And I know where I belong
Whether near or far away
Over me you have a power
There’s nowhere I’d rather be
Got me from inside
In your arms tonight is home to me
Well that’s home to me yeah
In my bubble I can hide away
Close the door behind me where you keep me safe
Watch you sleeping as I lie awake
You give me something, helps me float away, float away
Enrique Aldanondo
Una sola vela ...
enciende la habitación en la que estamos.
En el parpadeo,
Puedo ver la textura de tu piel.
Tus ojos brillan, como el tiempo se detiene.
Puedo sentir tu respiración
Contra el aire de la ventana tan frío.
Y lo sé, lo sé.
Que ahora no puedo irme.
Sobre mi tienes un poder
Así es como se supone que es
Me tienes desde dentro
En tus brazos esta noche está mi hogar.
Un solo momento ... sin ser molestado.
Eso podría durar para siempre,
eso podría decir mil palabras
Toca como un susurro,
de algún lugar dentro
Algún tipo de conexión
Si tan fuerte como el viento
como el viento.
Y yo se donde pertenezco
Ya sea cerca o lejos
Sobre mi tienes un poder
No hay ningún lugar donde prefiera estar
Me tiene por dentro
En tus brazos esta noche está mi hogar.
Bueno, eso es mi hogar, sí.
En mi burbuja ... puedo esconderme
Cierra la puerta detrás
yo donde me mantienes a salvo
Te veo dormir mientras me despierto
Tu me das algo
me ayuda a flotar lejos, flotar lejos
En mi burbuja ... puedo esconderme
Cierra la puerta detrás
yo donde me mantienes a salvo
Te veo dormir mientras me despierto
Tu me das algo
me ayuda a flotar lejos, flotar lejos
Flotar lejos ... Instrumental.
Elizabeth Hernandez
A single candle, lights the room we’re in
In the flicker, I can see the texture of your skin
Your eyes glisten, as time stands still
I can feel you breathing
Against the air from out the window so chill
And I know, oh I know
That now I can’t walk away
Over me you have a power
This is how it’s supposed to be
You got me from inside
In your arms tonight is home to me
A single moment, undisturbed
That could last forever, that could say a thousand words
Touch like a whisper, from somewhere within
Some kind of connection
Yeah so strong like the wind, like the wind
And I know where I belong
Whether near or far away
Over me you have a power
There’s nowhere I’d rather be
Got me from inside
In your arms tonight is home to me
Well that’s home to me yeah
In my bubble I can hide away
Close the door behind me where you keep me safe
Watch you sleeping as I lie awake
You give me something, helps me float away, float away
Douglas Staggs
Love the organ in this...Also: Aynsley's work is so damned poignant.
Hoat Bui Dinh
love that guitar solo at the end of the song
Twelve Above
One of our favorites! Great tune!
Jacob Rozier
You have no idea how this song touched my soul! I love it!
Joe Liska
Solid tribute to Buddy Guy's "Damn Right I Got The Blues". The way he honors past and present blues players shows his respect to the art and the artists. Listen to different songs and you'll hear direct influences.
bob robinson
Greasy,Bluesy, Rock, works for me!
david young
Yup.
Enrique Aldanondo
Una sola vela ...
enciende la habitación en la que estamos.
En el parpadeo,
Puedo ver la textura de tu piel.
Tus ojos brillan, como el tiempo se detiene.
Puedo sentir tu respiración
Contra el aire de la ventana tan frío.
Y lo sé, lo sé.
Que ahora no puedo irme.
Sobre mi tienes un poder
Así es como se supone que es
Me tienes desde dentro
En tus brazos esta noche está mi hogar.
Un solo momento ... sin ser molestado.
Eso podría durar para siempre,
eso podría decir mil palabras
Toca como un susurro,
de algún lugar dentro
Algún tipo de conexión
Si tan fuerte como el viento
como el viento.
Y yo se donde pertenezco
Ya sea cerca o lejos
Sobre mi tienes un poder
No hay ningún lugar donde prefiera estar
Me tiene por dentro
En tus brazos esta noche está mi hogar.
Bueno, eso es mi hogar, sí.
En mi burbuja ... puedo esconderme
Cierra la puerta detrás
yo donde me mantienes a salvo
Te veo dormir mientras me despierto
Tu me das algo
me ayuda a flotar lejos, flotar lejos
En mi burbuja ... puedo esconderme
Cierra la puerta detrás
yo donde me mantienes a salvo
Te veo dormir mientras me despierto
Tu me das algo
me ayuda a flotar lejos, flotar lejos
Flotar lejos ... Instrumental.
By Myself
AWESOME ROCK BLUESY BLUES Thank you Aynsley Liscer💙