That was back in 2007, and a lot has changed since then. Economies collapsed, house prices plummeted, jobs were lost and for some, record companies came and went. Second time around, Jamie’s new album ‘Battling Giants’ will be released on his own label, Flat Cap Records, in May 2009.
“I didn’t know it when I wrote it, but Battling Giants became the most relevant song on the new record. It now reflects where I am, making my own record the way I always wanted to – with amazing people I admire – and putting it out on my own label. I’m going my own way. Like a lot of people in the world, I’m facing a 2009 which poses as many questions as answers – with so much change in the music business and the world in general. But I’m also strangely happy and excited about it – and what’s more I just know I’m doing the right thing.” He muses, “We’re all battling giants now, and I can’t wait to get stuck in.”
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Carry On
Ben's Brother Lyrics
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And your only way is up
When your day rises from you
Like a mountain to its top
Look beside you and you will find me
I will guide you when your will is gone
So carry on, carry on, carry on
When your hope has been denied you
I will walk beside you, carry on
All my life has been a battle
Fought within me with myself
You always know what the truth is
But the trick is to know yourself
I looked around me in the darkness
And you found me
When there was no one else
So carry on, carry on, carry on
Whatever comes and however painful, however long
When your hope has been denied you
I will walk beside you, carry on
Let me count the ways that I love you
Let me count the days that we have known
Show me a place to be with you
'cause I can't do this on my own, on my own
So carry on, carry on, carry on
What ever comes and however painful, however long
When your hope has been denied you
I will walk beside you, carry on
So carry on, carry on, carry on
Whatever comes and however painful, however long
When your hope has been denied you
I will walk beside you, carry on
When your hope has been denied you
I will walk beside you, carry on
The lyrics of Ben's Brother's "Carry On" are a powerful reminder that no matter how lost or lonely we may feel, we are never truly alone. The song begins with a description of a difficult moment in life: when "your only way is up" and "your day rises from you like a mountain to its top." But even in this moment of adversity, the singer promises to be there for the listener, to guide them when their will has faltered.
The chorus is a rallying cry, urging the listener to carry on through whatever comes their way, no matter how painful or long the journey may be. The singer acknowledges that life is a battle, but assures the listener that they are not fighting alone. In fact, the singer says, "You always know what the truth is, but the trick is to know yourself."
The third verse is a tender expression of love and solidarity. The singer says, "Let me count the ways that I love you, let me count the days that we have known," and pleads to be shown "a place to be with you" because "I can't do this on my own." The song ends with a repeat of the chorus, emphasizing the message of resilience and determination in the face of life's challenges.
Overall, "Carry On" is a moving and hopeful song that speaks to the human need for connection, support, and love in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
When you're lost and you're lonely
When you are feeling directionless and alone
And your only way is up
And the only way to improve your situation is to keep moving forward
When your day rises from you
When the challenges ahead seem insurmountable
Like a mountain to its top
Like a towering obstacle
Look beside you and you will find me
Find comfort in the presence of a loyal friend
I will guide you when your will is gone
They will provide guidance when you are feeling lost and defeated
So carry on, carry on, carry on
Keep going, no matter what hurdles come your way
What ever comes and however painful, however long
Regardless of the difficulty or duration of the struggle ahead
When your hope has been denied you
When you feel like you have lost hope
I will walk beside you, carry on
The friend will stay by your side and provide support
All my life has been a battle
The songwriter has had a lifelong struggle
Fought within me with myself
The internal conflict has been a major challenge
You always know what the truth is
The same friend referenced earlier is always honest with the songwriter
But the trick is to know yourself
The challenge is to understand and accept yourself
I looked around me in the darkness
Feeling lost and alone in tough times
And you found me
The friend consistently provides support when needed
When there was no one else
When no one else was willing or able to help
Let me count the ways that I love you
The songwriter wants to communicate how much they care
Let me count the days that we have known
Reflecting on their long friendship
Show me a place to be with you
Expressing the desire to spend time together
'cause I can't do this on my own, on my own
Acknowledging that the friendship is a source of strength
When your hope has been denied you
Repeating the idea that the friend will provide support in tough times
I will walk beside you, carry on
Encouraging the listener to keep going, with their friend by their side
So carry on, carry on, carry on
Repeating the refrain to emphasize the importance of perseverance
Whatever comes and however painful, however long
Repeating the idea that no matter what challenges arise, they will overcome them together
When your hope has been denied you
Repeating the sentiment that the friend will provide support in tough times
I will walk beside you, carry on
Repeating the supportive message of the song
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Written by: JAMIE HARTMAN
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