Collabro formed in January 2014. Pagan and Lambert knew one another already, and used social media to find three additional singers to complete the band's line-up.Pagan and Lambert held auditions where they found Auger and Redgrave. They found Hadfield on Youtube singing Bring Him Home. They sung together for the first time at the Miller pub in London Bridge. It was not long after this that they decided to audition for Britain's Got Talent, as they had 'nothing to lose'.
In February 2014, only a month after forming, Collabro auditioned in London for the eighth series of Britain's Got Talent. They received a standing ovation from both the audience and judges Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and David Walliams for their rendition of the song "Stars" from the musical Les Misérables. The judges were initially seen to have low expectations due to their styling and the fact that they had only been together for a month at the time. Cowell claimed that "Britain really has got talent" (a comment he repeated in the live semi-final) and they received a unanimous "yes" verdict from the judging panel, with Cowell also describing their performance as a "hit record", while Holden was reduced to tears.
On 25 May, it was announced that the band had been chosen by the judges to progress to the live semi-finals. They competed in the first semi-final on 26 May, performing the song "Bring Him Home" from Les Misérables. The performance was praised by all four judges, again receiving a standing ovation, and they received the highest number of votes from the public (receiving 62.3% of the total votes cast), ensuring their automatic progression to the final.
During the live final on 7 June, Collabro performed a different arrangement of their audition song "Stars" for which they received 26.5% of the vote, winning the competition by a wide margin.
Falling Slowly
Collabro Lyrics
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But I want you
All the more for that
Words fall through me
And always fool me
And I can't react
Games that never amount
To more than they′re worth
Take this sinking boat and point it home
We've still got time
Raise your hopeful voice you have a choice
You've made it now
Falling slowly, eyes that know me
And I can′t go back
Moods that take me and erase me
And I′m painted black
You have suffered enough
And warred with yourself
It's time that you won
Take this sinking boat and point it home
We′ve still got time
Raise your hopeful voice you have a choice
You've made it now
Falling slowly sing your melody
I′ll sing now
Now
The lyrics to Collabro's "Falling Slowly" convey a sense of longing and vulnerability. The song tells a story of two individuals who are drawn to each other despite not knowing each other well. The singer expresses a desire to know the other person more deeply, acknowledging that words often fail to capture their true feelings. The line "Words fall through me and always fool me" suggests a sense of frustration and the inability to express oneself fully.
The lyrics also touch upon the theme of self-doubt and uncertainty. The mention of "games" that never amount to much and only play themselves out highlights the singer's recognition that certain relationships or experiences may not be as meaningful as they first appear. However, amidst the uncertainty, there is still hope and time for redemption. The imagery of a sinking boat represents the challenges and struggles faced by both individuals, yet the song encourages them to find their way back home, to a place where they can be themselves and find solace.
The lines "Moods that take me and erase me, and I'm painted black" evoke a sense of emotional turmoil and the destructiveness of negative thoughts and experiences. The singer acknowledges the other person's suffering, suggesting that they have battled with themselves and their own demons. However, it is emphasized that it is time for them to overcome these struggles and find happiness. The phrase "It's time that you won" implies a message of empowerment and moving forward.
Overall, "Falling Slowly" portrays a narrative of longing, vulnerability, and ultimately, the triumph over personal struggles and finding hope in the midst of uncertainty.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't know you
I am unfamiliar with you
But I want you
Nevertheless, I desire you
All the more for that
Despite not knowing you, my desire grows stronger
Words fall through me
Words do not have an impact on me
And always fool me
They consistently deceive me
And I can't react
Leaving me unable to respond
Games that never amount
These futile games
To more than they're worth
Have no greater significance
Will play themselves out
Eventually reach their conclusion
Take this sinking boat and point it home
Guide this failing situation towards a solution
We've still got time
There is still opportunity
Raise your hopeful voice you have a choice
Express optimism and make your decision
You've made it now
Now you have succeeded
Falling slowly, eyes that know me
Gradually losing myself, familiar eyes observe
And I can't go back
Unable to return to the past
Moods that take me and erase me
Emotions that engulf and eradicate me
And I'm painted black
Leaving me consumed by darkness
You have suffered enough
You have endured significant pain
And warred with yourself
Engaged in internal conflict
It's time that you won
Now it is time for you to triumph
Falling slowly sing your melody
Descending gradually, express your song
I'll sing now
I will now join you in singing
Writer(s): Glen Hansard, Colm Mac Con Iomaire, Marketa Irglova, Joseph Doyle, Robert Bochnik
Contributed by Ella D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Nellie van der Meer
on Stars (From "Les Misérables")
I fell in love with you from the moment I heard you sing. Keep it up boys I am in love with you.