Charlee is set for great things this year and within 48 hours of premiering his debut single he showed why, quickly receiving support from the likes of Ed Sheeran, Sway, Lemar and many others, You Did Me A Favour flew into the top 20 in the iTunes Singer/Songwriter chart on pre-orders alone.
But it's no surprise, Charlee has been working hard building his fanbase in the last year as well as making his mark within the music industry. Starting in 2011 producing, writing and featuring on Skepta's UK top 20 album "Doin’ It Again", musically directing Skepta's two sold out Academy tours and performing alongside him at Glastonbury, Radio 1's live lounge & MTV to name a few. He has to date built up a strong online following and due to his popular covers and extensive touring, an impressive 1.5 million YouTube views without yet releasing a record.
2012 saw him begin work on his Solo album. As an accomplished musician with a strong knowledge of production behind him, incorporating live instruments and soulful harmonies into his music is important, whilst still gearing his songs to a mainstream audience!
Fast-forward to August and he is ready to offer the first taste of what’s to come witht his debut E.P. The title track "You Did Me A Favour" was written with producers Matt Marston & Rob wells, whose credits include Justin Bieber, Paloma Faith & Clement Marfo's Olympic themed anthem "Champion".
Already Charlee has picked up early backing from BBC introducing, SBTV, national magazines such as Bliss and will be embarking on a string of tour dates around the country throughout August and September.
Somebody Else
Charlee Drew Lyrics
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Anywhere your No.5 aint all I smell
When you're close to me it's just too tough to tell
If I'm really losing you or just myself
It seems to me that I've been watching while you slip away
The space between the sheets been growing on us every day
Just know I'm sorry and there's nothing you could change
There's something I've just gotta say
I'll stand right here and listen while you yell
'Cos I can't deny it's all been 'bout myself
I've been lying down, thinking how I'd lie right now
When the moment when this situation came around
But here's the truth girl there's somebody else
I tried to push it to the side but I'm too weak
She's been playing on my mind, you hear me
Say her name, In my sleep.
Some many times I know you thought that she was in the way
We'd never even spoken then but I was blown away
I know it's hard but girl she's not the one to blame
I'm the one that's guilty of the chase
I'll stand right here and listen while you yell
'Cos I can't deny it's all been 'bout myself
I've been lying down, thinking how I'd lie right now
When the moment when this situation came around
But here's the truth girl there's somebody else
No there aint a possibility
The final words you said to me
Could hit my any harder
But I'll take every obscenity
'Cos you've taken this to mean
Together every moment we
Ever spent, was just a wasted effort broken dream
Girl as much as It hurts me to admit the truth
I'd just rather be with her than you
I'll stand right here and listen while you yell
'Cos I can't deny it's all been 'bout myself
I've been lying down, thinking how I'd lie right now
When the moment when this situation came around
But here's the truth girl there's somebody else
The song "Somebody Else" by Charlee Drew is a heart-wrenching confession of a man who is torn between two women. The lyrics reveal that he has been cheating on his girlfriend and is now consumed with guilt. He suggests that they move to a different location where the scent of the other woman's perfume won't haunt their memories. However, he knows deep down that it's not just the other woman that's causing the distance between him and his girlfriend. The intimacy between them has become strained, and he feels like he's losing her. He is unsure if it is due to his own behavior or if things are slipping away for reasons beyond their control.
The singer reveals that he has been obsessed with someone else and has been hiding it from his girlfriend. He tries to push the thought of this other woman out of his mind, but she invades his thoughts, even in his dreams. He takes responsibility for his actions and admits that it's all been about himself. He knows he's lied and that he's been selfish, but he can't help wanting to be with this other woman. He confesses that he'd rather be with her than his girlfriend, despite the pain and heartbreak it may cause.
Line by Line Meaning
Maybe we should do this somewhere else
Maybe we should leave this place and talk somewhere else
Anywhere your No.5 aint all I smell
Whenever I'm near you, I smell her perfume instead of yours
When you're close to me it's just too tough to tell
If I'm really losing you or just myself
When we're together, I'm unsure if I'm losing myself or if I'm losing you
It seems to me that I've been watching while you slip away
I've been watching as you slowly slip away from me
The space between the sheets been growing on us every day
We've been growing apart and the distance between us has been increasing every day
Just know I'm sorry and there's nothing you could change
I'm sorry but there's nothing you can do to change the situation
There's something I've just gotta say
There's something that I need to tell you
I'll stand right here and listen while you yell
'Cos I can't deny it's all been 'bout myself
I'll be here and take all of your anger because I know that the problem is with me
I've been lying down, thinking how I'd lie right now
When the moment when this situation came around
I've been thinking about how I would lie if this situation came up again
But here's the truth girl there's somebody else
The truth is that there is someone else in my life
I tried to push it to the side but I'm too weak
She's been playing on my mind, you hear me
Say her name, In my sleep.
I tried to ignore it, but I'm not strong enough; she's constantly on my mind and I even say her name in my sleep
Some many times I know you thought that she was in the way
We'd never even spoken then but I was blown away
I know you thought she was just in the way, but even before we spoke, I was amazed by her
I know it's hard but girl she's not the one to blame
I'm the one that's guilty of the chase
It's not her fault; I'm the one who is pursuing her
No there aint a possibility
The final words you said to me
Could hit my any harder
But I'll take every obscenity
Your last words hurt me deeply, but I'll accept all the insults you throw at me
'Cos you've taken this to mean
Together every moment we
Ever spent, was just a wasted effort broken dream
You feel like all the time we spent together was a waste and that our relationship was just a broken dream
Girl as much as It hurts me to admit the truth
I'd just rather be with her than you
As much as it hurts me to admit it, I would rather be with her than with you
I'll stand right here and listen while you yell
'Cos I can't deny it's all been 'bout myself
I've been lying down, thinking how I'd lie right now
When the moment when this situation came around
But here's the truth girl there's somebody else
I'll stay and listen to you yell at me because I know that I am the problem. I've been thinking about how to lie about this situation, but the truth is that there is someone else in my life.
Contributed by Lucas L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Laura Anabel Jones
I love this song and you have a brilliant voice and sacha was great at acting in the music video
Laura
Gives me chills. Loving this :)
Keeta May
More please!! I've had this on repeat for two days now :)
XxDino...for...lifexX
Absolutely LOVE this song right now !!
Sarah Johnson
charlee has a voice of an angel <3
Jordan Hannaway
amazing yet again charlee! so proud :)
Bethany BOC
Can't stop listening to this song! Love Charlee Drew!xxx
Robyn L
Saw him at ypi his voice is so perfect live !
Ryan Rogue
Great track mate. Enjoyed performing with you... Looks like you're on the way up now!!! -Mizzle.
Valentine B
Great song ! I love it :)