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)".
Twisted
Brian McFadden Lyrics
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Sipping on my guilt under a willow tree cause I'm
Twisted
Dancing in my head to a funked up beat
Tripping on the corner of a two way street
And, I smile a twisted smile when I say
Cause I'll be standing still
And the Earth feels closer to heaven
Just because you're here
I've been chased by angels
I've been drunk out of my mind
And the Earth feels better than heaven
Just because you're here
Twisted
Twisted
Seeing my reflection in the concrete ground
Leaving my theories on the merry go round cause I'm
Twisted
Trying to make sense of a traffic sign
Searching for the genius in a nursery rhyme
And, I smile a twisted smile when I say
Let the world keep turning
Cause I'll be standing still
And the Earth feels closer to heaven
Just because you're here
I've been chased by angels
I've been drunk out of my mind
And the Earth feels better than heaven
Just because you're here
Twisted
Twisted
In “Twisted,” Brian McFadden narrates a personal exposition. The introductory verses portray the singer as disconnected and listless, sitting under a willow tree and “sipping on [his] guilt.” The chorus, however, adds a bit of hope to the mix, with McFadden singing, “The Earth feels better than heaven/ Just because you’re here.” Ultimately, the lyrics are about finding solace and meaning in a life that can otherwise be chaotic and insane. McFadden compares himself to the child who searches for the genius in a nursery rhyme – both are seeking a deeper meaning to life.
The song's chorus is emblematic of the theme of the song where it urges the listeners to appreciate the simple things in life because they can make life a lot more worthwhile. The song's lyrics are an encouragement that love can change a person's life and make even the most hopelessly troubled person happier. The song is characterized by its upbeat and catchy melody that is designed to put the listener in good spirits.
Overall, “Twisted” is a song about finding stability and guidance in an otherwise tumultuous period of time. It’s about realizing that even the most mundane things can hold beauty and wisdom if one only takes the time to search for them. The song’s title alludes to this theme, suggesting that life itself can often be twisted and chaotic, but with the right mindset, one can find clarity within it all.
Line by Line Meaning
It's the end of the way that it used to be
I feel like everything that once made sense is now gone
Sipping on my guilt under a willow tree cause I'm Twisted
I'm feeling so messed up and conflicted that I can't even relax under a peaceful willow tree without feeling guilty
Dancing in my head to a funked up beat
My thoughts and emotions are all over the place, like an erratic and funky beat that's hard to follow
Tripping on the corner of a two way street
I'm struggling to decide which way to go, as if I'm standing on a corner of a two-way street and can't pick a direction
And, I smile a twisted smile when I say
I'm putting on a fake smile or laughing at myself even though I'm feeling lost and conflicted
Let the world keep turning
I don't have control over everything that's happening around me, and I just have to let things progress as they will
Cause I'll be standing still
Even though things are moving around me, I feel stuck and unsure what to do
And the Earth feels closer to heaven Just because you're here
Despite everything else going on, being with you makes everything else feel okay and like it's all worth it
I've been chased by angels I've been drunk out of my mind And the Earth feels better than heaven Just because you're here
Even though my life feels like it's sometimes been a wild ride, being with you makes it all feel worth it and like everything's been leading up to this moment
Seeing my reflection in the concrete ground
I'm feeling lost and unsure of who I am, like I'm just a reflection of myself in the rough, cold concrete around me
Leaving my theories on the merry go round cause I'm Twisted
I can't seem to make sense of my ideas or beliefs, and I feel like I'm just spinning in circles and not getting anywhere
Trying to make sense of a traffic sign
I'm struggling to find direction or purpose, even in the most straightforward and obvious things like a traffic sign
Searching for the genius in a nursery rhyme
I'm trying to find deeper meaning or significance in the simple things around me, but it feels fruitless
And, I smile a twisted smile when I say
Even though I'm struggling and can't make sense of things, I'm putting on a brave face and trying to find humor in the situation
Twisted
My thoughts and feelings are all over the place and I can't seem to make sense of them
Twisted
No matter how hard I try, I can't seem to sort through the chaos and find clarity
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: BELLE HUMBLE, TROY SAMSON, MIKE JAMES
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Bouncy
Brian McFadden Is a Legend Love This Song !
Front Line Fire Ministries
2019 and still love this song!!!
mopsy036
i love this song its so unique the chorus i just cant get enough of!
toonkiwi
Fantastic track and fantastic video, love it. Brian is looking well in it too, great to see :)
Kristina
Absolutely amazing!!! I love you Bri <3
Roberta Corrêa
amo essa música do Brian.
gee clayton
This is amazing, Brian!! I love it :)
BoricuaDelight
i really love this song, wish it woulda been released in the US think it woulda been a hit over here. I just love it
Rionach Hobbs
This song is so good and Iknow it was made a while ago but honestly this song is timeless
Jordan Baugh
I will forever adore this 😍