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
I Still Miss You... A Little Bit
Bryan Adams Lyrics
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You said you always be true
You said you always keep me warm at night
I didn't know that there'll be someone else there too
But I still miss you, a little bit
Don't mind me, I'll get over it
Learn to live, live to love another day
Until then I'll be sad and blue
Yes I admit, I still miss you, a little bit
You said you always be my lover
You said you'll be with me till the end
You said we'll always be together
I wasn't count on you sleeping with my friend
Yeah I still miss you, a little bit
Don't mind me, I'll get over it
Learn to live, live to love another day
I'll be my own self in a week or two
Until then I'll be sad and blue
Yes I admit, I still miss you, a little bit
I still miss ya, a little bit
In "I Still Miss You... A Little Bit," Bryan Adams sings about the pain of heartbreak and betrayal. The song's lyrics depict a relationship that has ended due to the infidelity of a partner who promised to be faithful and keep the other happy. Adams expresses his disappointment and confusion about the unexpected betrayal, as well as the lingering feelings of affection and longing that are difficult to shake off.
Adams' choice of words is simple but powerful, and the song's melody is melancholic and reflective, adding to the emotional impact of the lyrics. The chorus in particular is a poignant reminder of the enduring but fading pain of heartbreak, and Adams' admission that he still misses his former lover is a raw and honest confession of his emotions.
Overall, "I Still Miss You... A Little Bit" is a touching and relatable song that captures the complexities of love, trust, and loss. It is a reminder that even in our darkest moments, we can find comfort and strength in our own resilience and the hope of new beginnings.
Line by Line Meaning
You said you always keep me happy
You promised to maintain my happiness always
You said you always be true
You claimed that you'll always be truthful
You said you always keep me warm at night
You assured me that you'll always provide warmth at night
I didn't know that there'll be someone else there too
I wasn't aware that someone else would also be with you
But I still miss you, a little bit
Despite everything, I still have some feelings for you
Don't mind me, I'll get over it
I'll overcome it, don't worry about me
Learn to live, live to love another day
I'll learn to live and love again someday
I'll be my own self in a week or two
I'll regain my identity in a week or two
Until then I'll be sad and blue
Until then, I'll be feeling down and blue
Yes I admit, I still miss you, a little bit
I acknowledge that I still miss you, albeit a little
You said you always be my lover
You professed to be my partner always
You said you'll be with me till the end
You made me believe that you'd remain with me forever
You said we'll always be together
You implied that we'll stay together forever
I wasn't count on you sleeping with my friend
I didn't expect you to be sleeping with my friend
Yeah I still miss you, a little bit
Even now, I still have some feelings for you
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BRYAN ADAMS, JAMES DOUGLAS VALLANCE
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