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2) Nova Scotian dark hardcore band Barlow. Based out of Halifax.
3)Hey, this is Tom Barlow. My label asked me to write a bio to introduce myself and my new record. They told me to include things like the fact that I won the 2001 MIX 99.9 Songwriting Competition in Toronto; once opened for Pearl Jam; am about to put out my Sony Music Canada debut...but I'd rather defer to the following quotation:
"To reveal art and conceal the artist is art's aim"
Oscar Wilde
Instead of a bio, here are a few words about my songs...
"Cruise"
"Cruise, never check the rearview mirror/ cruise, watch the future getting clearer...With a nametag and a bright blue vest/ they put the handcuffs on your wrist."
A teenager driving in his first car with his first love feels equal parts Christopher Columbus and James Bond. Ten years later, check in with him at his McJob and he'll feel equalparts Hurricane Carter and the Count of Monte Cristo.
"Walk Away"
"Doesn't matter that you're lying in the gutter/ It doesn't matter that your brain's all cluttered/ It doesn't matter that you're covered in scars/ You're never in the gutter with your eyes on the stars."
There are millions of remarkable dramas happening around us at every second. Of these tales, the ones I find most interesting are those of overwhelming events that occur in an instant and irrevocably alter a person's life. These types of stories, and a liberal dose of Oscar Wilde plagiarism, are what shaped this song.
"Billion Dollar Rockets"
"Down at Union Station we watch the open hand Parade/you see the purple hearts and the shopping carts and "sorry man I got no change"/Billion dollar rockets and Star Wars fantasies/guess there's just no money left for the kids out on the street."
Conservative estimates on the cost of the Star Wars Missile Defense Program are one TRILLION dollars...how very Dr. Evil. Most scientists insist it will never work and the rest of us know that there are far more insidious ways of attacking the U.S.A. than launching ICBMS. One TRILLION dollars could virtually eliminate homelessness and give every American health insurance and provide rehab for every drug addict and develop a viable alternative to the combustion engine. Some evils are clearly more profitable to fight than others. One TRILLION dollars.
"Perfect Wave"
"I'm just living on a perfect day riding on a perfect wave waiting for the end to come/enjoy your visit no one gets to stay..."
People tell me you can "Curse the darkness or light a candle." My personal version of the adage replaces the part about the candle with "get a band and turn the guitars up and sing about booze and sex."
The following is brought to you by your friends at Sony Music Canada.
GET TO KNOW BARLOW!
We are now at the halfway point of this biography, personally written by the artist, and have come to the conclusion that it may be a little too 'artsy' for the masses. We know you're sick and tired of the effort it takes to listen to an entire album or read a lengthy bio. Who has the time with the hectic pace of the modern lifestyle? Not you! Prepare to enjoy the ease and comfort provided by this ultra-concentrated dose of extreme insider Barlow information.
Where are you from?
Toronto, ON.
Have you put out any records?
Yes, four indie albums.
Were you in a group?
I was in a political ska punk band called Thinktank Fish. The albums were produced by Mladen, who produced and co-wrote this new record with me.
What would you say are the four highlights of your career to date?
I performed for the Sandanista Army in Nicaragua as part of a social justice brigade. We were the first Canadian band to perform in China back in 1989. I once had coffee with Dave Grohl in LA (well, we were in the same coffee shop and he shot me a knowing glance or two). On one occasion, Eddie Vedder drove me home - I have no memory of this but my bandmates assure me I had a great time. He signed my jacket "YOU LIVE, E.V."
Did you work with any other producers on this album? I hooked up with the young wiz producer Tawgs, who ended up co-writing the song "LA."
We want to know more about this record. What was the recording process like? This album is like a sausage - you'll probably enjoy it more if you don't know the details of how it was made.
How did you end up signing with Sony Music Canada? You guys came sniffin' after our indie song "Married By Elvis" went Top 10 and after the band won the 'Rising Star' award at the 2001 Canadian Indie Music Awards.
THANK YOU BARLOW! NOW, LET'S TAKE A BREAK FROM SELLING RECORDS AND RETURN TO THE "ART"...
"Married By Elvis"
"I think tonight they'll both wear white.../They want to drive down to Vegas get Married by Elvis/Get drunk on Champagne and get legally laid."
Any hetero couple can know each other for 15 minutes and get married, but a gay or lesbian couple can't even if they've been together 15 years. Why, in 2003, is this still the current reality and not a closed, embarrassing chapter of our collective history like Rosa Parks at the back of the bus? When the producers of The Mathew Sheppard Story called and asked for permission to use this song in their movie it was one of my proudest moments as a writer.
"Bullets and Bombs"
"This is not a song it's a commodity.../Like gold or oil or Soya beans/...Double click till you kill the corporation call it theft or call it liberation/Piss me off with your elevator filling/ sign The Monkees and drop Dylan"
Michelangelo never wanted to paint a fucking ceiling... who would? He wanted to sculpt, but the pope who held the advance money wanted the ceiling done and so art was compromised for economic reasons. This type of commodification has been going on forever, but now it seems the art form itself is being threatened. I guess those last few extra-spicy wings came from the golden goose.
Who is Mladen?
Mladen Co writes and co-produces all the songs, he is the editor of my ramblings and is the one who always says it's not good enough yet and we're not finished yet. I would have stopped writing for this record at ten songs. Mladen knew we were missing something, so we stopped at 35. He was right.
Hope that's enough. For more information, please listen to my record.
Candy
Barlow Lyrics
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From nowhere North Dakota USA
She went from pigtails in her hair to cam girl in her underwear
A Tokyo to Memphis matinee
No love from her mother a stranger stepfather now
But Candy she said she's seen too much she's falling out of touch
She only wants to run away
Now Candy's got to run away run away now,
Run away now
Hormones and amphetamines in every bite, in every stream
Test tube generation on the slab
Ritalin with milk and Shreddies keeps her nervous fingers steady
Thank your teachers, doctors, mom and dad
Her alter invention gets all the attention now
But Candy she said she's seen too much, she's falling out of touch
She only wants to run away
She's waving we're watching while she drowns, she's turning upside down
Now Candy's got to run away run away now,
Run away now
You're beautiful, beautiful she can't hear that enough
You're beautiful, beautiful...enough
But Candy she said she's seen too much, she's falling out of touch
She only wants to run away
She's waving we're watching while she drowns, she's turning upside down
Now Candy's got to run away, run away now,
Run away now
The song "Candy" by Barlow speaks of a girl named Candy who dreams of being a star in Hollywood but feels that the distance and her circumstances make it impossible. She turns to camming and becomes a matinee performer from Tokyo to Memphis. Candy’s upbringing was not ideal with her mother showing no love and her stepfather being a complete stranger. Candy has seen too much and has fallen out of touch, making her want to run away. In the midst of her struggles, Candy’s invention gets all the attention, but she still has to run away. The song ends with a beautiful enough chorus telling Candy that she is beautiful, but it seems as though she can't hear that enough.
The lyrics delve into the effects of broken homes and societal pressures. The dream of being a star in Hollywood is something that is so glamorized and idolized, but for someone from a small town in North Dakota, it can be impossible. To chase this dream, people often turn to unconventional means, such as camming, which can come with its own set of issues. Candy’s story also speaks to the power dynamics at play within families and how it can impact children. It's a reminder that no matter how hard you try or what you do, there are some things out of our control, and sometimes running away is the only option.
Line by Line Meaning
Candy wants to be a star but Hollywood is just to far
Candy dreams of fame and success, but Hollywood is too far away from her humble roots in North Dakota.
From nowhere North Dakota USA
Candy hails from a small town in North Dakota with little opportunity for achievement or advancement.
She went from pigtails in her hair to cam girl in her underwear
Candy has transitioned from a innocent girl to an adult performer, taking off her clothes for strangers on the internet.
A Tokyo to Memphis matinee
Candy's performances have taken her from one city to another, from Tokyo to Memphis.
No love from her mother a stranger stepfather now
Candy's mother does not love her and she now has a stepfather she doesn't know well.
But Candy she said she's seen too much she's falling out of touch
Candy has become disillusioned with her life and desires to escape the reality she finds herself in.
She only wants to run away
The only thing that Candy wants is to leave behind her current situation and find something better.
She's waving, we're watching while she drowns. she's turning upside down
Despite our awareness of Candy's struggles, we are powerless to help her as she flounders and falls apart.
Now Candy's got to run away run away now,
Candy must flee her current life as soon as possible to escape the pain and torment she's experiencing.
Hormones and amphetamines in every bite, in every stream
The food and drink Candy consumes is filled with various substances that affect her mood and behavior.
Test tube generation on the slab
The society Candy lives in is obsessed with creating and manipulating life artificially.
Ritalin with milk and Shreddies keeps her nervous fingers steady
Candy is forced to take Ritalin to stay focused and maintain her composure in a world that is overwhelming for her.
Thank your teachers, doctors, mom and dad
Society expects Candy to be grateful to those who have helped shape her life, despite the challenges she faces.
Her alter invention gets all the attention now
Candy's alternate persona has become the focus of everyone's attention, leaving her true self overlooked and unappreciated.
You're beautiful, beautiful she can't hear that enough
Despite being told she's attractive, Candy does not internalize these compliments and still feels unfulfilled internally.
Now Candy's got to run away, run away now
Once again as the song ends, it emphasizes how important it is for Candy to escape her current life before it is too late.
Contributed by Micah M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Soleh Gunardi
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I was there to witness
Candice's inner business
She wants the boys to notice
Her rainbows, and her ponies
She was educated
But could not count to ten
How she got lots of different horses
By lots of different men
And I say
Liberate your sons and daughters
The bush is high
But in the hole there's water
You can get some, when they give it
Nothing sacred, but it's a living
Hey ho here she goes
Either a little too high or a little too low
Got no self-esteem and vertigo
'Cause she thinks she's made of candy
Hey ho here she goes
Either a little too loud or a little too close
There's a hurricane in the back of her throat
And she thinks she's made of candy
Ring a ring of roses
Whoever gets the closest
She comes and she goes
As the war of the roses
Mother was a victim
Father beat the system
By moving bricks to Brixton
And learning how to fix them
Liberate your sons and daughters
The bush is high
But in the hole there's water
As you win
She'll be the Hollywood love
And if it don't feel good
What are you doing this for
Now tell me
Hey ho here she goes
Either a little too high or a little too low
Got no self-esteem and vertigo
'Cause she thinks she's made of candy
Hey ho here she goes
Either a little too loud or a little too close
There's a hurricane in the back of her throat
And she thinks she's made of candy
Liberate your sons and daughters
The bush is high
But in the hole there's water
As you win
She'll be the Hollywood love
And if you don't feel good
What are you doing it for
What are you doing it for
What are you doing it for
What are you doing it for
What are you doing it for
What are you doing it for
What are you doing it for
What are you doing it for
What are you doing it for
Hey ho here she goes
Either a little too high or a little too low
Got no self-esteem and vertigo
'Cause she thinks she's made of candy
Hey ho here she goes
Either a little too loud or a little too close
There's a hurricane in the back of her throat
And she thinks she's made of candy
Hey ho here she goes
Either a little too high or a little too low
Got no self-esteem and vertigo
'Cause she thinks she's made of candy
Hey ho here she goes
Either a little too loud or a little too close
There's a hurricane in the back of her throat
And she thinks she's made of candy
Source: LyricFind
Songwriters: Pharrell Williams / Chad Hugo / Inga Marchand / Juan Cardova
Candy lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group, BMG Rights Management
Luci Pedrangelo
Candy
I was there to witness
Candice's inner business
She wants the boys to notice
Her rainbows, and her ponies
She was educated
But could not count to ten
How she got lots of different horses
By lots of different men
And I say
Liberate your sons and daughters
The bush is high
But in the hole there's water
You can get some, when they give it
Nothing sacred, but it's a living
Hey ho here she goes
Either a little too high or a little too low
Got no self-esteem and vertigo
'Cause she thinks she's made of candy
Hey ho here she goes
Either a little too loud or a little too close
She got's a hurricane in the back of her throat
She thinks she's made of candy
Ring a ring of roses
Whoever gets the closest
She comes and she goes
As the war of the roses
Mother was a victim
Father beat the system
By moving bricks to Brixton
And learning how to fix them
Liberate your sons and daughters
The bush is high
But in the hole there's water
As you win
She'll be the Hollywood love
And if it don't feel good
What are you doing this for
Now tell me
Hey ho here she goes
Either a little too high or a little too low
Got no self-esteem and vertigo
'Cause she thinks she's made of candy
Hey ho here she goes
Either a little too loud or a little too close
She got's a hurricane in the back of her throat
She thinks she's made of candy
Liberate your sons and daughters
The bush is high
But in the hole there's water
As you win
She'll be the Hollywood love
And if it don't feel good
What are you doing it for
What are you doing it for
What are you doing it for
What are you doing it for
Hey ho here she goes
Either a little too high or a little too low
Got no self-esteem and vertigo
'Cause she thinks she's made of candy
Hey ho here she goes
Either a little too loud or a little too close
She got's a hurricane in the back of her throat
She thinks she's made of candy
Hey ho here she goes
Either a little too high or a little too low
Got no self-esteem and vertigo
She thinks she's made of candy
Hey ho here she goes
Either a little too loud or a little too close
She got's a hurricane in the back of her throat
She thinks she's made of candy
muito legal ...
Just a foodie
Absolutely classy, elegant, pitch perfect and bloody brilliant! A sorely underrated British legend in my opinion!
Lilibeth Torres
Gary, versátil, elegante, humilde, gran voz. Gran artista!!!
Valberlandia Dutt
Tem muito talento esse Garry Barlow.
keto p
His voice is so good!!
Richard Haywood
absolutely bloody brilliant!!!!! Gary's voice is friggin amazing!!!!!
Richard Willett
i had no idea they co wrote this. Its amazing
Margarete Quost Roncaglio
Que voz maravilhosa❤️
johnny Smith
man, this guy is doing so well, everything he does is gold.
Nancy Xx
johnny Smith totally agree🤗
Stephanie Flodrops
@Nancy Xx 0p