Bryan Adams was already popular in Canada when the release of his third album 'Cuts Like A Knife' in 1983 brought him a large following in the USA. His fourth album, 'Reckless', often referred to as one of the most significant of the 1980s, sold over 4 million copies at the time and continues to sell now. His fifth album 'Into the Fire' went platinum.
'Waking Up The Neighbours', his sixth album in 1991, powered him to international stardom. The single '(Everything I Do) I Do For You' spent 16 weeks at number 1; it broke a UK record that had stood since 1955 and still stands today. Across in the USA it became the second largest selling single to 'We Are The World'. The song was featured in the film 'Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves' (1991) and for this Mr Adams received his first Academy Award nomination. He was also nominated for a Golden Globe.
42 film Directors' have used Adams' music as soundtrack - from A Night In Heaven (1983) to Bobby (2007).
Adams was awarded the C.M. (Member of the Order of Canada) on April 20th 1998 and the C.O. (Officer of the Order of Canada) on May 6th 1988 for his contribution to popular music and his philanthropic work. He was also inducted into Canada's Walk of Fame in 1998, and more recently inducted into the Music Hall of Fame at Canada's Juno Awards (the Canadian equivalent of the Grammys) in April 2006. Notably, Adams refuses to attend the awards; as his manager, Bruce Allen explains: "they turned their back on the biggest thing to come out of Canada"--in reference to the hit '(Everything I Do) I Do For You'.
Adams has been nominated for three Academy Awards for songwriting, and was recently nominated for his fifth Golden Globe (2007) for his songwriting in the film 'Bobby'.
Some trivia:
Bryan Adams shares the same birthday as Ryan Adams, the late Herman Brood and René Froger.
He attended the same high school as Michael J. Fox in Vancouver.
Of his #1 hits only one ('Please Forgive Me') was not written for a motion picture.
Bryan Adams is part Maltese. He Declared this on Tour in 2007 when he visited Malta.
Bryan Adams is also an acclaimed photographer. His works include his book "Made in Canada" http://www.photography.ca/photographer/adams_bryan.html
Bryan Adams also did a major part of the Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron soundtrack
Don't Leave Me Lonely
Bryan Adams Lyrics
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I won't be pushed around
The rules were set when we got started
But lately I have found
We've spent too little time and too much heartache
I feel we're losin' ground
And lately I've been hearin'
So don't leave me lonely
Just wanna be right by your side
Your one and only - tonite
Well don't leave me lonely
I need you here all the time
Don't leave me lonely - oh no
You say you need your independence
Well I need mine
Separate lives and separate feelings
Well, I guess that's fine
But that won't last - it's no solution
I know it can't survive
And lately I've been thinkin'
Thinkin' 'bout you all the time
Hey, don't leave me lonely
Just wanna be right by your side
Your one and only - tonite
Well don't leave me lonely
I need you here all the time
Don't leave me lonely, don't leave me lonely woh
Well don't leave me lonely
Just wanna be right by your side
Your one and only - tonite
Well don't leave me lonely
I need you here all the time
Don't leave me lonely - yeah yeah
Well don't leave me lonely
Just wanna be right by your side
Oh yeah
Don't leave me lonely, yeah
The lyrics of "Don't Leave Me Lonely" by Bryan Adams express the singer's fear of being left alone by his partner. He starts by affirming that he cannot bear to be heartbroken or pushed around in their relationship and that he thinks they are losing ground because they are spending too much time feeling heartache instead of love. The singer then reveals that he has been hearing rumors that his partner does not need him anymore, which causes him to feel afraid and lonely. This is followed by a plea for his partner not to leave him lonely, because he wants to be at their side, as their one and only tonight. The chorus is repeated several times with variations on this theme, which conveys the sense of urgency and desperation underlying the song's message.
One could interpret "Don't Leave Me Lonely" as a cry for help from someone who is afraid of being abandoned by their partner. The lyrics suggest that the singer is anxious about losing the person they love and wants to do everything in their power to keep them close. Their fear of being left alone is so intense that they are willing to abandon their need for independence and create a life together. The singer realizes that in the end, nothing will last if they continue to lead separate lives.
This song tells a heartfelt story of someone who is clinging to their relationship and fearing that it may fall apart. It captures the essence of the human condition in its portrayal of love and the fear of losing someone special. The message of the song is powerful and resonates with anyone who has ever been in love.
Line by Line Meaning
I won't stand bein' broken hearted
I cannot tolerate having my heart broken.
I won't be pushed around
I will not allow myself to be controlled or manipulated.
The rules were set when we got started
The terms of our relationship were agreed upon from the beginning.
But lately I have found
However, recently I have observed and realized something different.
We've spent too little time and too much heartache
We have not spent enough quality time together and have experienced a lot of emotional pain and hardship in our relationship.
I feel we're losin' ground
I think our relationship is deteriorating or declining.
And lately I've been hearin'
Recently, I have been informed or made aware of something.
You won't be needin' me around
You do not want me to be a part of your life anymore.
So don't leave me lonely
Please do not abandon or forsake me.
Just wanna be right by your side
I want to be with you and support you through everything.
Your one and only - tonite
I want to be your one and only companion for tonight.
Well don't leave me lonely
Again, I am asking you not to leave me alone or isolated.
I need you here all the time
I require your presence and assistance constantly.
You say you need your independence
You have mentioned or stated that you require freedom or autonomy.
Well I need mine
I possess the same need or desire for independence.
Separate lives and separate feelings
We are living different lives with distinct emotions.
Well, I guess that's fine
Although it may not be ideal, I suppose that is acceptable.
But that won't last - it's no solution
This situation is not sustainable and cannot serve as a solution for our relationship issues.
I know it can't survive
I am aware that what we currently have is not sustainable and cannot continue.
And lately I've been thinkin'
Recently, I have been contemplating or reflecting on something.
Thinkin' 'bout you all the time
More specifically, I have been thinking about you constantly.
Hey, don't leave me lonely
Once again, I am pleading with you not to leave me alone or abandoned.
Don't leave me lonely - oh no
This situation fills me with fear and apprehension, so please do not abandon me.
Yeah yeah
An emphatic expression used to reinforce the artist's previous statement.
Contributed by Hudson O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.