1) An Englis… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least four artists referred to as "Black":
1) An English singer-songwriter.
2) A Bangladeshi rock band.
3) A Malaysian singer-actor.
4) A hip-hop artist from New York.
1) Black is the name by which Liverpool born singer/songwriter Colin Vearncombe (26/5/1962 - 26/1/2016) identified himself through his music career. Dave Dix was also a member of the band from 1981 to 1988.
His fist gig was New Year’s Day, 1982 and his debut single 'Human Features' was released the same year. An erratic few years followed and he signed for WEA records in 1984, but the relationship was not fruitful and Vearncombe was dropped during the promotion period for the single ‘More Than The Sun.’
Black had two top-ten hits in the UK in 1987: 'Sweetest Smile' and 'Wonderful Life'. The album of this name reached no. 3 in the UK album chart, but following albums and singles did not enjoy similar commercial success. He was able to continue recording music, releasing 14 albums over the course of his life. His latest, ‘Blind Faith’, was released in 2015.
Vearncombe died in Cork, Ireland, on January 26, 2016, after suffering from head injuries in a car accident.
2) Black is a band from Bangladesh. Black is mainly an alternative band who sings in Bangla, the language of Bangladesh. The band formed in 1998 with four members - John, Tony, Asif, Spondon. Later the band line-up changed as Miraz and Tahsan joined the band in 2000 and Spondon and Asif left the band. Their first song was released in an underground mixed album "Charpotro", their first solo album Amar Prithibi was released in 2002 which is still a big hit. Their second album Utshober Por got released in 2003. Both albums were released from the label G-Series. Though their released music now defines them, and that has been a plethora of styles present in them from nu metal to emo like alternative, they had before that time performed in a lot of underground metal concerts covering the likes of Pantera. They are pretty known for their innovative stances on music and performance.
3) Hanifah bin Md Hanafiah , rather known mononymously by his stage name Black, is a Malaysian singer and actor who rose to fame after winning the third season of the local reality show Mentor. At the time, Black was the protege of renowned Malaysian singer Mas Idayu.
4) black is an artist and rapper from New York who released his debut album JAZZ FOR JESUS on September 17, 2021. His latest project In All Its Messiness, released September 6, 2022, is an EP containing barely mixed and unmastered demos.
(Hidden Track)
Black Lyrics
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Like an angel comes to me
And she cools me with water
Cause I'm scared of the heat
But when I'm gone lord have mercy on me
When I'm gone lord have mercy on me
Well I once held my promise
And the twelve unopened letters
I should rest baby when I can
When I'm gone Lord have mercy on me
When I'm gone Lord have mercy, baby on me
Yeah when I'm gone Lord have mercy on me
Yeah when I'm gone Lord have mercy, oh, on me
The lyrics of "Hidden Track" by Black depict a dream-like state where the singer longs for a comforting presence in their life. The opening lines convey a desire for a lady who is akin to an angel, offering solace and relief from the overwhelming heat. This could metaphorically represent the challenges and difficulties the singer faces in their life, with the heat symbolizing the intensity and pressure they experience. They express vulnerability and fear, seeking mercy when they are no longer present.
The lyrics then shift to the singer reminiscing about a promise they once held, symbolized by something they carried in their hand. The mention of "twelve unopened letters" suggests that the promise was left unfulfilled, possibly indicating a sense of regret or missed opportunities. The singer acknowledges the need to rest and find peace, implying that they have been burdened by the weight of their unkept promise. Once again, they call for mercy when they are gone, emphasizing their longing to be forgiven or understood.
Line by Line Meaning
Well I dream of a lady
I have a longing for a woman in my dreams, someone who brings me comfort and joy.
Like an angel comes to me
She appears to me like a divine being, bringing hope and salvation.
And she cools me with water
She helps soothe my worries and fears, providing relief like refreshing water.
Cause I'm scared of the heat
I have a fear of the pressures and difficulties in life, yearning for someone to ease my burdens.
But when I'm gone lord have mercy on me
When I'm no longer present in this world, I hope for forgiveness and compassion from a higher power.
Well I once held my promise
There was a time when I had complete faith in fulfilling my commitments and obligations.
In the palm of my hand
I had complete control and grasp over my promises, cherishing them deeply.
And the twelve unopened letters
There were twelve unread letters that symbolized unfinished communication or unresolved issues in my life.
I should rest baby when I can
I have come to realize the importance of taking breaks and finding solace in order to protect myself.
When I'm gone Lord have mercy on me
Once again, I express my plea for mercy and compassion from a higher power when I eventually pass away.
When I'm gone Lord have mercy, baby on me
I implore for mercy and forgiveness from a divine presence, particularly in regard to my loved ones.
Yeah when I'm gone Lord have mercy on me
Continuing my plea, I emphasize the importance of mercy and grace when I'm no longer present in this world.
Yeah when I'm gone Lord have mercy, oh, on me
Once again, I earnestly request for mercy and compassion from a higher power to be granted to me even in my absence.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CHRIS ROBINSON, CHRISTOPHER MARK ROBINSON, RICH ROBINSON, RICH S. ROBINSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@florenciacampos1738
Hey, oh
Sheets of empty canvas
Untouched sheets of clay
Were laid spread out before me
As her body once did
All five horizons
Revolved around her soul
As the earth to the sun
Now the air I tasted and breathed
Has taken a turn
Oh and all I taught her was everything
Oh I know she gave me all that she wore
And now my bitter hands
Chafe beneath the clouds
Of what was everything
Oh the pictures have
All been washed in black
Tattooed everything
I take a walk outside
I'm surrounded by
Some kids at play
I can feel their laughter
So why do I sear
Oh, and twisted thoughts that spin
Round my head
I'm spinning
Oh, I'm spinning
How quick the sun can, drop away
And now my bitter hands
Cradle broken glass
Of what was everything
All the pictures have
All been washed in black
Tattooed everything
All the love gone bad
Turned my world to black
Tattooed all I see
All that I am
All that I'll be, yeah
Uh huh, uh huh, oh
I know someday you'll have a beautiful life
I know you'll be a star
In somebody else's sky
But why
Why
Why can't it be
Oh can't it be mine
@danieledward8992
Lyrics-
Hey, oh
Sheets of empty canvas
Untouched sheets of clay
Were laid spread out before me
As her body once did
All five horizons
Revolved around her soul
As the earth to the sun
Now the air I tasted and breathed
Has taken a turn
Oh and all I taught her was everything
Oh I know she gave me all that she wore
And now my bitter hands
Chafe beneath the clouds
Of what was everything
Oh the pictures have
All been washed in black
Tattooed everything
I take a walk outside
I'm surrounded by
Some kids at play
I can feel their laughter
So why do I sear
Oh, and twisted thoughts that spin
Round my head
I'm spinning
Oh, I'm spinning
How quick the sun can, drop away
And now my bitter hands
Cradle broken glass
Of what was everything
All the pictures have
All been washed in black
Tattooed everything
All the love gone bad
Turned my world to black
Tattooed all I see
All that I am
All that I'll be, yeah
Uh huh, uh huh, oh
I know someday you'll have a beautiful life
I know you'll be a star
In somebody else's sky
But why
Why
Why can't it be
Oh can't it be mine
@user-vb3qq5rh3k
This love to this time... and music... says everything about you.
You were here
You tried.
You won
You lost
You ....thrived....cried...
Im proud of you
Your still here!
With us all - your not alone
We are many.
@mauricioprada4976
Sheets of empty canvas
Untouched sheets of clay
Were laid spread out before me
As her body once did
All five horizons
Revolved around her soul
As the earth to the sun
Now the air I tasted and breathed
Has taken a turn
Oh, and all I taught her was everything
Oh, I know she gave me all that she wore
And now my bitter hands
Chafe beneath the clouds
Of what was everything
Oh, the pictures have
All been washed in black
Tattooed everything
I take a walk outside
I'm surrounded by some kids at play
I can feel their laughter
So, why do I sear?
Oh, and twisted thoughts that spin round my head
I'm spinning, oh, I'm spinning
How quick the sun can drop away?
And now my bitter hands
Cradle broken glass
Of what was everything
All the pictures have
All been washed in black
Tattooed everything
All the love gone bad
Turned my world to black
Tattooed all I see
All that I am
All that I'll be, yeah
I know someday you'll have a beautiful life
I know you'll be a star
In somebody else's sky, but why? Why? Why
Can't it be, oh, can't it be mine?
@mattdavis8473
Layne - Love, Hate, Love
Trent - Hurt
Corey - Snuff
Kurt - Where did you sleep last night
Eddie - Black
Chester - Messenger
Chris - Seasons
Scott - Wonderful
Iconic performances, filled with raw emotion and filled with pain, goes to show that some of the best music comes from the heart and life’s experiences
@nathanielcastillo2792
“I know some day you’ll have a beautiful life, I know you’ll be a star in somebody else’s sky, but why can’t it be mine” slaps
@Yahooligan72
No it doesn't
@allmektig3604
@@Yahooligan72 Wow dude you're so cool and edgy
@melmel3894
Yup. Agreed. It is gut wrenching
@jackpage2588
@@allmektig3604 you’re an edge lord just for calling someone edgy.
@allmektig3604
@@jackpage2588 Wtf is an edge lord
@danielgarcia-zw9ut
God, I can't believe it's been 30 years. This song still hits me like a teenager. If you are in your teens right now I bet it hits you hard, you are lucky, enjoy your youth 😎
@claudiopimenta4362
You are the best man
10 times 10
@mr.vancando4849
That's awesome. Restless souls enjoy your youth
@FahrezaRakha
Thanks 🙏