There are at least four artists referred to as "Black":

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.

The Evening
Black Lyrics

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Come on, over here
It's all right, over here
In the silent, empty places,
It's shining, in the shadows

It's all right, over here
It's OK, over here
Up in my tree, where you can see

Crystal visions, on a Sunday

You know that you don't even know
(Yeah yeah yeah)
You think just like they told you to
(Yeah yeah yeah)
Look within you for the Kingdom,
Then you'll see, you can see.

Come on, over here
It's all right, over here
In the middle, of the daytime,
Fell the colors, pull from inside

And come on, over here,
It's all right, over here
With your new eyes, turn on your light
Let your love glow, leave your Ego

You know that you've just got to go
(Yeah yeah yeah)
You were blind, trapped inside their sty
(Yeah yeah yeah)

But now you see that you know nothing
So just go and let it show

Overall Meaning

The song "The Evening" by Black invites the listener to a serene and introspective space, far away from the noise of the world. The opening lines, "Come on, over here, It's all right, over here," set a welcoming and reassuring tone, encouraging the listener to join the singer in a place of peace and calm. The reference to "silent, empty places shining in the shadows" paints a picture of a tranquil environment where one can find solace and clarity.

As the lyrics continue, there is a sense of encouragement to break free from societal expectations and preconceived notions. The mention of "Crystal visions on a Sunday" suggests a moment of epiphany or spiritual awakening, urging the listener to look within themselves for enlightenment rather than blindly following external influences. The repetitive refrain of "You know that you don't even know, You think just like they told you to" emphasizes the need to question, explore, and discover one's own truth.

The song then transitions to the daytime, signaling a shift in perspective and a call to embrace one's true colors and inner beauty. The imagery of "colors pulled from inside" suggests a blossoming of the self and an emergence of authenticity. The invitation to "turn on your light" and "let your love glow, leave your Ego" speaks to the idea of embracing one's inner light and shedding inhibitions or false constructs.

In the final verse, there is a powerful realization of self-awareness and empowerment. The acknowledgment that "you were blind, trapped inside their sty" but now seeing through the veil of illusion signifies a liberation from societal constraints and a newfound sense of clarity. The directive to "just go and let it show" encourages the listener to confidently be themselves without fear or hesitation, embracing the journey of self-discovery and growth. Overall, "The Evening" by Black conveys a message of self-realization, inner strength, and the importance of seeking truth within oneself.

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