His debut studio album, I Created Disco, was released in June 2007. Its singles "Acceptable in the 80s" and "The Girls" both reached the top 10 in the UK. In 2009, he released his second studio album, Ready for the Weekend, which debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart and whose lead single, "I'm Not Alone", became his first song to top the UK Singles Chart.
In 2012, Harris rose to international prominence with the release of his third studio album, 18 Months, which topped the UK Albums Chart and became his first album to chart on the US Billboard 200, peaking at number 19. All eight of the album's singles reached the top 10 in the UK, breaking the record for the most top 10 songs from one studio album on the UK Singles Chart with eight entries, surpassing Michael Jackson's record. In 2014, he released his fourth studio album, Motion, which debuted at number two in the UK and number five in the US. In 2017, he released his fifth studio album, Funk Wav Bounces Vol. 1, which reached the top two in the UK and the US and became his third consecutive number one album on the US Dance/Electronic Albums chart.
In October 2014, Harris became the first artist to place three songs simultaneously on the top 10 of Billboard's Dance/Electronic Songs chart. He also became the first UK solo artist to reach more than one billion streams on Spotify. Harris has received 18 Brit Award nominations–winning British Producer of the Year and British Single of the Year in 2019, as well as five Grammy nominations, including a win for Best Music Video in 2013. In 2013 he also received a Ivor Novello Award, and was named the Top Dance/Electronic Artist at the 2015 Billboard Music Awards. He appeared on Debrett's 2017 list of the most influential people in the United Kingdom. He topped Forbes' list of the world's highest-paid DJs for six consecutive years from 2013 to 2018 until being dethroned by The Chainsmokers in 2019.
Not Alone
Calvin Harris Lyrics
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And blame God for looking too old?
Can we find all that you stand for
Has been replaced with mountains of gold?
You cannot dream yourself to notice
To feel pain and swallow fear
But can you stay up for the weekend
God, I can't do this any more
Though I'll be laid down on the floor
As many feet walk through the door
I'm not alone
If I see a light flashing
Could this mean that I'm coming home?
If I see a man waving
Does this mean that I'm not alone?
If I see a light flashing
Could this mean that I'm coming home?
If I see a man waving
Does this mean that I'm not alone? No
If I see a light flashing
Could this mean that I'm coming home?
If I see a man waving
Does this mean that I'm not alone?
If I see a light flashing
Could this mean that I'm coming home?
If I see a man waving
Does this mean that I'm not alone? No
The lyrics of Calvin Harris's song "I'm Not Alone" tells a story of a person who is struggling with loneliness and the fear of dying alone. The first verse highlights this fear, with the idea of staying up for the weekend and blaming God for looking too old. The fear of being left behind and replaced with mountains of gold is also present. The second verse expresses the pain and fear felt by the person, with the repetition of the lines "God, I can't do this any more" and "I'm not alone." The final verse speaks of hope, with the idea of seeing a light flashing and a man waving. The song ends on a hopeful note, with the question of whether seeing these signs means that the person is not alone.
The lyrics of "I'm Not Alone" can be interpreted in many ways, depending on the listener's personal experiences and feelings. Some listeners may relate to the fear of loneliness and the loss of one's identity, while others may find comfort in the hope expressed in the song. The repetition of the lines "God, I can't do this any more" and "I'm not alone" creates a powerful emotional impact, leaving listeners with a sense of empathy and understanding.
Overall, "I'm Not Alone" is a powerful and emotional song that speaks to the universal human experience of loneliness, fear, and hope. The lyrics are beautifully written and the melody is haunting, creating a lasting impression on the listener.
Line by Line Meaning
Can you stay up for the weekend
Can you stay awake and engaged for an entire weekend?
And blame God for looking too old?
Blaming God for the feeling of being old and tired.
Can we find all that you stand for
Can we locate your values and beliefs?
Has been replaced with mountains of gold?
Being tempted by financial gain and losing sight of personal values.
You cannot dream yourself to notice
You cannot simply dream your way into realizing something important.
To feel pain and swallow fear
One must experience pain and have courage to overcome fear.
But can you stay up for the weekend
Can you handle the challenges of life for an extended period of time?
'Til next year?
Can you handle it for a whole year?
God, I can't do this any more
Expressing feelings of exhaustion and hopelessness.
Though I'll be laid down on the floor
Feeling defeated and powerless.
As many feet walk through the door
Feeling overwhelmed by the number of people around, which can make one feel lonelier.
I'm not alone
Expressing hope and determination to overcome loneliness.
If I see a light flashing
Wondering if a sign of hope or positivity is on the horizon.
Could this mean that I'm coming home?
Wondering if the end of struggles and difficulties is near.
If I see a man waving
Wondering if there is someone who understands or can offer help.
Does this mean that I'm not alone?
Questioning if the presence of another person can relieve feelings of loneliness.
If I see a light flashing
Repeating the question of whether a sign of hope is present.
If I see a man waving
Repeating the question of whether someone can offer assistance.
Does this mean that I'm not alone?
Repeating the question of if the presence of another person can alleviate loneliness.
If I see a light flashing
Repeating the question again, showing the persistence of hope.
If I see a man waving
Repeating the question again about the possibility of assistance.
Does this mean that I'm not alone? No
Answering the repeated question with a negative response, reinforcing feelings of loneliness.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Adam Wiles
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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