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)".
Jones
Brian McFadden Lyrics
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Stop sleeping on your mama's couch
Waiting for it to happen
Get off home with your yellow finger tips
And belly full of whata could beens
Well I could do, but I'm happy doing nothing
This way the days get
Longer
I'm not giving it away
You wouldn't have me any other way would you
I'm not deliberately lame
It's just the way I am
And you like anyway
I don't half do it wrong
When I do it wrong I do it right
Some of us have it but some people don't
Have the nerve
Well that's all fine
But your big ass is growing
And your hairs got longer than mine
It's about time you thought about somebody else
And get yourself off the line
But I hear you but I'd rather be a nothing
This way the days get
Longer
I'm not giving it away
You wouldn't have me any other way would you
I'm not deliberately lame
It's just the way I am
And you like anyway
I don't half do it wrong
When I do it wrong I do it right
Some of us have it but some people don't
Have the nerve
Get out Jones
I've had enough of your good for nothing hanging around
Yeah I hear you
But I'd rather be a nothing
This way the days get
Longer
I'm not giving it away
You wouldn't have me any other way would you
I'm not deliberately lame
It's just the way I am
And you like anyway
I don't half do it wrong
When I do it wrong I do it right
Some of us have it but some people don't
Have the nerve
The lyrics to Brian McFadden's song "Jones" appear to be a message directed at someone named Jones who is seemingly stuck in a rut, sleeping on their mother's couch and waiting for something to happen to them. The singer encourages Jones to get up and start living their life because they have potential to do great things, but are wasting away by doing nothing. McFadden admits that he is content with doing nothing, but that shouldn't be the same for Jones. He also confesses that he may not be the most active person, but that's just who he is and the person listening to him seems to accept it.
Overall, the song seems to be about the importance of taking action in one's life and not waiting for things to happen. McFadden's message is clear; seize the day, even if it's easier to sit back and do nothing. This is a universal message that's relatable to anyone who's ever felt stuck or unmotivated.
Line by Line Meaning
Wake up Jones
Stop being complacent and start taking action, Jones.
Stop sleeping on your mama's couch
You need to get up and start living your own life instead of relying on your mother's support.
Waiting for it to happen
Stop waiting for success or opportunities to come to you, and start seeking them out yourself.
Get off home with your yellow finger tips
And belly full of whata could beens
You are wasting your time at home, and your idle daydreaming has led to nothing but regret.
Well I could do, but I'm happy doing nothing
This way the days get
Longer
While some people may be driven to achieve success, you are content with being lazy and passing the time.
I'm not giving it away
You wouldn't have me any other way would you
Despite your lack of ambition or effort, you hope that your loved ones still accept you for who you are.
I'm not deliberately lame
It's just the way I am
And you like anyway
You may not be the most productive or successful person, but your loved ones still find value in your personality and presence.
I don't half do it wrong
When I do it wrong I do it right
While you may not always succeed in your endeavors, when you do fail, you do so spectacularly.
Some of us have it but some people don't
Have the nerve
Some people possess the courage and drive to succeed, while others lack the confidence and motivation to pursue their goals.
Well that's all fine
But your big ass is growing
And your hairs got longer than mine
It's about time you thought about somebody else
And get yourself off the line
Your lack of ambition and direction is affecting not only yourself, but also those around you who care about you.
Get out Jones
I've had enough of your good for nothing hanging around
If you are unwilling to change your ways and start pursuing your goals, it may be time to leave and find your own way in life.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BRIAN MCFADDEN, FRANCIS WHITE
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