In June 1998, McFadden auditioned for the new Irish male band (at the time), Westlife with Nicky Byrne and eventually both joined the group alongside Kian Egan, Mark Feehily and Shane Filan. McFadden left Westlife in March 2004 to spend more time with his family - he was married with two children to ex-Atomic Kitten's Kerry Katona - and to work on solo projects.
Following his departure from Westlife, McFadden released his debut solo album, Irish Son which peaked within the top 5 on both the Denmark and Ireland Albums Charts, and produced his first two No. 1 solo singles "Real to Me" in four European countries and also "Almost Here", a duet with his fiancée Delta Goodrem which gained a platinum accreditation in Australia. "Like Only a Woman Can", the lead single from his second album, Set in Stone (2008), became his third No. 1 single as a solo artist. In 2010, McFadden scored his fourth No. 1 with the hit single, "Just Say So" featuring American rapper, Kevin Rudolf and gained his second Australian platinum accreditation. The single received a nomination at the 2010 ARIA Music Awards for Most Popular Australian Single.
Following the release of "Just Say So", McFadden release his third studio album, Wall Of Soundz in Australia on 23 April, 2010. The album was originally going to be released as a side-project McFadden embarked on with American songwriter Rob Conley but both decided to release it as McFadden's third solo album. It debuted at No. 27 on the ARIA Albums Chart and spent only three weeks in the ARIA top 50. "Chemical Rush" was the second single released from the album in June 2010 and peaked at No. 12 on the charts. In September 2010, McFadden released the third single titled, "Mistakes", a duet with his fiancé Delta Goodrem.
On 25th February 2011, McFadden released a new single "Just The Way You Are (Drunk at the Bar)".
Almost Here 3.46
Brian McFadden Lyrics
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'Cause I thought you said
Let's think it over
You have been my life
And I never planned
Growing old without you
Where a love once shined so bright
Came without a reason
Don't let go on us tonight
Love's not always black and white
Well, haven't I always loved you?
But when I need you
You're almost here
And I know that's not enough
But when I'm with you
I'm close to tears
'Cause you're only almost here
I would change the world
If I had a chance
Oh, won't you let me
Treat me like a child
Throw your arms around me
Please protect me
Bruised and battered by your words
Dazed and shattered how it hurts
Oh, haven't I always loved you
But when I need you
You're almost here
And I know that's not enough
And when I'm with you
I'm close to tears
'Cause you're only almost here
Bruised and battered by your words
Dazed and shattered now it hurts
Haven't I always loved you
But when I need you
You're almost here
(Well, I never knew how far behind I'd left you)
And when I hold you
You're almost here
(Well, I'm sorry that I took our love for granted)
And now I'm with you
I'm close to tears
'Cause I know I'm almost here
Only almost here
The lyrics of Brian McFadden's song Almost Here start with a moment of confusion and disappointment as the singer thought they had heard their partner say they wanted to end their relationship. The singer has been with their partner for a long time, and they never planned on growing old without them. However, something has come between them and caused shadows to bleed through where love once shined so bright. Despite this, the singer still loves their partner deeply and pleads with them to not let go of their love.
The second verse of the song sees the singer trying to make things right with their partner. They would change the world if only they had the chance, and they plead for their partner to treat them like a child and protect them. The singer is bruised and battered by their partner's words and the hurt they feel is evident in their voice. They still love their partner deeply, but they feel like they are only almost here. The song ends with a repetition of the chorus, emphasizing the singer's pain and their knowledge that their love is almost gone.
Overall, Almost Here is a song about the pain of a relationship that is on the verge of ending. The singer still loves their partner deeply, but they feel like they are only almost here. The hurt they feel is palpable, and they plead with their partner to not let go of their love.
Line by Line Meaning
Did I hear you right
I need to confirm that I heard you correctly
'Cause I thought you said
I'm unsure about what you just said
Let's think it over
We need to take time to consider our decision
You have been my life
You are the most important thing in my life
And I never planned
I never thought about
Growing old without you
Living my life without you as I age
Shadows bleeding through the light
Darkness overcoming the light of love
Where a love once shined so bright
Where our love used to be so strong
Came without a reason
Our love just faded away without explanation
Don't let go on us tonight
We can't give up on our relationship tonight
Love's not always black and white
Love is complicated and not always clear
Well, haven't I always loved you?
I have always loved you, haven't you noticed?
But when I need you
When I am in need of you
You're almost here
You are almost within reach
And I know that's not enough
But that's not sufficient for me
But when I'm with you
Whenever we are together
I'm close to tears
It's difficult for me to control my emotions
'Cause you're only almost here
Because you are not completely here with me
I would change the world
I would do anything for you
If I had a chance
Given the opportunity
Oh, won't you let me
Please allow me to do so
Treat me like a child
Take care of me like a young child
Throw your arms around me
Hug me tightly
Please protect me
Please keep me safe
Bruised and battered by your words
Hurt by what you say
Dazed and shattered how it hurts
Feeling stunned and broken by the pain
Well, I never knew how far behind I'd left you
I didn't realize how much I had hurt you by neglecting our relationship
Well, I'm sorry that I took our love for granted
I am regretful that I didn't appreciate and care for our love enough
And now I'm with you
Now that I am finally with you
'Cause I know I'm almost here
I feel like I'm not completely present in our relationship
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@cameoz24
Cole taking a 6 on hole 4 then giving a big smile to the camera. Instantly like this kid. I hope we see him on tour in a few years.
@JackpotMike77
What was the extra penalty for on hole 8. It flashed a penalty banner, 5 and I saw 3 strokes and ob
@ryenbrousseau1710
@@JackpotMike77 came to the comments for the same question.
Was his putt inside the circle, and he went over his mini? (not realizing cause the bush)
@rotonation
@@ryenbrousseau1710 yes exactly that !
@joepinkston6842
@@ryenbrousseau1710 yes, it was a falling putt for sure.
@JackpotMike77
@@ryenbrousseau1710 I don’t know I can only guess. I wish it was explained. Did he call it on himself or did a card ate call it? Makes a difference…
@bradyoch6208
The way Cole lines up his putt is extremely similar to McBeth and his approach for his forehand is very reminiscent of Eagle. He has a super smooth backhand as well. Definitely a name to watch.
@Magikaren
I read putt as butt and was very confused for a moment
@davidb350
Yea he definitely 100% mirrored Paul’s putting style and technique
@sethheasley9538
Cole's an exciting kid to watch. I used to work with his Dad, and we all worked together to clear the fairways at Little Stubb. Looking for good things from this young man.