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)".
Mr. Alien
Brian McFadden Lyrics
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To a place I've never known
I may seem a little strange
But I know I'm not alone
I've been living in a maze
Now I'm running out of space
While they're hiding in the side
Thought this was always my disguise
Love shined a brand new light
It starts to form the skies
But she said
Hey Mr. Alien
I'm willing to let you in
Cause I see a different man that they don't know
And they don't understand
Mr. Alien
I don't care about where you've been
There's no need to be afraid
Just follow me into this foreign land
From across the great divide
You were sent to be my guide
And you took me by the hand
Led me to the other side
Now I'm higher than I've ever been
And I feel my soul awakening
Making it exposed
As the sun comes pouring in
hought this was always my disguise
Love shined a brand new light
It starts to form the skies
But she said
Hey Mr. Alien
I'm willing to let you in
Cause I see a different man that they don't know
And they don't understand
Mr. Alien
I don't care about where you've been
There's no need to be afraid
Just follow me into this foreign land
Hey Mr. Alien
I'm willing to let you in
Cause I see a different man that they don't know
And they don't understand
Mr. Alien
I don't care about where you've been
There's no need to be afraid
Just follow me into this foreign land
Hey Mr. Alien
I'm willing to let you in
Cause I see a different man that they don't know
And they don't understand
Mr. Alien
I don't care about where you've been
There's no need to be afraid
Just follow me into this foreign land
Hey Mr. Alien
Mr. Alien
Mr. Alien
Hey Mr. Alien
The lyrics of Brian McFadden's "Mr. Alien" talk about the feeling of being out of place and not belonging to a certain world. The song is about someone who comes from a different world and is trying to adapt to a new place. This person feels like they are living in a maze and there is not enough space. Despite feeling different and strange to those around them, this person also feels empowered as they find themselves bathing in the shade. Love is also mentioned in the song, as it shines a brand new light and starts to form the skies.
The chorus of the song is directed at Mr. Alien, and refers to someone willing to let them into their world. This person sees a different side of Mr. Alien that others do not know and understand. They do not care about where Mr. Alien has been before and want them to follow them into this foreign land. Mr. Alien is described as a guide across the great divide who takes them to the other side, where they feel higher than they have ever been and their soul is awakening. A connection is formed between Mr. Alien and the person who is willing to let them in.
Line by Line Meaning
From a world that I call home
I come from a place where I feel comfortable and familiar.
To a place I've never known
I am venturing into new and unknown territory.
I may seem a little strange
I acknowledge that my behavior and appearance may differ from the norm.
But I know I'm not alone
Despite feeling different, I am aware that others may share my experiences.
I've been living in a maze
My life has felt complicated and confusing.
Now I'm running out of space
I am no longer able to continue on the same path I have been on.
While they're hiding in the side
Others may be avoiding change or challenges by staying in their comfort zone.
I'll be bathing in the shade
I will be taking a break and finding peace in the midst of chaos.
Thought this was always my disguise
I believed that hiding my true self was necessary for acceptance.
Love shined a brand new light
Meeting someone special helped me see myself in a new way.
It starts to form the skies
The possibilities seem endless and hopeful.
But she said
Despite my newfound hope, there is still uncertainty.
Hey Mr. Alien
The singer addresses the one who seems different from the norm, referring to them as an 'Alien.'
I'm willing to let you in
The singer is open to accepting the other person despite their differences.
Cause I see a different man that they don't know
The singer recognizes the uniqueness of the other person and sees beyond superficial judgments.
And they don't understand
Others may have difficulty relating to or accepting someone who does not conform to their expectations.
I don't care about where you've been
The artist does not judge or hold any biases based on the other person's past.
There's no need to be afraid
The other person can feel comfortable and safe in their presence.
Just follow me into this foreign land
The singer invites the other person to venture into new territory with them.
From across the great divide
The other person comes from a very different background or circumstance.
You were sent to be my guide
The artist believes that the other person has an important role in their life.
And you took me by the hand
The other person has helped the artist through difficult times.
Led me to the other side
The other person has helped the singer overcome their past and move forward.
Now I'm higher than I've ever been
The artist feels a sense of elevation, whether it be physical, mental, or emotional.
And I feel my soul awakening
The singer feels spiritually rejuvenated and awakened.
Making it exposed
The singer is revealing their true self to the world.
As the sun comes pouring in
The singer feels positive energy and warmth from the world around them.
Hey Mr. Alien
The artist addresses the other person again.
Mr. Alien
Reinforcement of the name by repetition.
Contributed by Adrian T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Kamrul Islam Rifat
From a world that I call home
To a place I've never known
I may seem a little strange
But I know I'm not alone
I've been living in a maze
Now I'm running out of space
While they're hiding in the side
I'll be bathing in the shade
Thought this was always my disguise
Love shined a brand new light
It starts to form the skies
But she said
Hey Mr. Alien
I'm willing to let you in
Cause I see a different man that they don't know
And they don't understand
Mr. Alien
I don't care about where you've been
There's no need to be afraid
Just follow me into this foreign land
From across the great divide
You were sent to be my guide
And you took me by the hand
Led me to the other side
Now I'm higher than I've ever been
And I feel my soul awakening
Making it exposed
As the sun comes pouring in
hought this was always my disguise
Love shined a brand new light
It starts to form the skies
But she said
Hey Mr. Alien
I'm willing to let you in
Cause I see a different man that they don't know
And they don't understand
Mr. Alien
I don't care about where you've been
There's no need to be afraid
Just follow me into this foreign land
Hey Mr. Alien
I'm willing to let you in
Cause I see a different man that they don't know
And they don't understand
Mr. Alien
I don't care about where you've been
There's no need to be afraid
Just follow me into this foreign land
Hey Mr. Alien
I'm willing to let you in
Cause I see a different man that they don't know
And they don't understand
Mr. Alien
I don't care about where you've been
There's no need to be afraid
Just follow me into this foreign land
Hey Mr. Alien
Mr. Alien
Mr. Alien
Hey Mr. Alien
StylesGirl
This is definitely in my top 10 favourite songs of all time 🙌🏼💖
Roshi
Same
gorch foth
+1DFairy awesome song i must agree!
Wen
Queria esse álbum no Spotify
Kamrul Islam Rifat
From a world that I call home
To a place I've never known
I may seem a little strange
But I know I'm not alone
I've been living in a maze
Now I'm running out of space
While they're hiding in the side
I'll be bathing in the shade
Thought this was always my disguise
Love shined a brand new light
It starts to form the skies
But she said
Hey Mr. Alien
I'm willing to let you in
Cause I see a different man that they don't know
And they don't understand
Mr. Alien
I don't care about where you've been
There's no need to be afraid
Just follow me into this foreign land
From across the great divide
You were sent to be my guide
And you took me by the hand
Led me to the other side
Now I'm higher than I've ever been
And I feel my soul awakening
Making it exposed
As the sun comes pouring in
hought this was always my disguise
Love shined a brand new light
It starts to form the skies
But she said
Hey Mr. Alien
I'm willing to let you in
Cause I see a different man that they don't know
And they don't understand
Mr. Alien
I don't care about where you've been
There's no need to be afraid
Just follow me into this foreign land
Hey Mr. Alien
I'm willing to let you in
Cause I see a different man that they don't know
And they don't understand
Mr. Alien
I don't care about where you've been
There's no need to be afraid
Just follow me into this foreign land
Hey Mr. Alien
I'm willing to let you in
Cause I see a different man that they don't know
And they don't understand
Mr. Alien
I don't care about where you've been
There's no need to be afraid
Just follow me into this foreign land
Hey Mr. Alien
Mr. Alien
Mr. Alien
Hey Mr. Alien
marcutify
love this album have been listening to it every morning - on my way to work for weeks........still love this album. Really really good....we want more like it brian plssssssssss xxxxxxxx hehehehehe
Caroline Lee
Great song and great album too Brian.
XxJessixX
love your voice ♥
DGT
Wow, This song deserves much more attraction and it will get!
RhyanRose
This song takes me back to my Megamind fandom days... how come this song isn’t on Spotify 😭😭😭