Though you may recognize Colton Ford from his previous foray into adult films, it's time to avert your eyes and prick up your ears.
Ford's effort to break from adult film into the pop music industry via the recording of his 2004 single "Everything," was the subject of the documentary, “Naked Fame,” which was released theatrically by here! Films/Regent Releasing and can still be seen on the gay cable network, here! TV. ("Everything" was released on Nervous Records.)
His first mainstream.
Ford is one of the stars of the original series 'The Lair', playing Sheriff Trout. The series debuted in June 2007.
After he decided to change careers, Ford set his sights on becoming a Club/Dance and House music singer-songwriter. He then released several singles including "Everything" and a cover of Stevie Wonder's "Signed, Sealed, Delivered I'm Yours". On that track, he collaborated with Club/Dance singer-songwriter Pepper Mashay. The song peaked at number 9 on the Dance Club Play and number 25 on the Dance Singles Sales charts
Colton Ford has been a musician since childhood. From school days playing the violin, the guitar and singing in choirs, to post high school years performing in dinner theater ensembles, jazz clubs and Las Vegas reviews (opening for Wayland Flowers & Madame and David Brenner) to adulthood, recording several late-Eighties dance singles. In 1992, he was signed to Denise Rich's (and Michael O'Hara's) production company (MIDE Productions), which brought him to the attention of the Godfather of House Music, Frankie Knuckles, who chose him to be the vocalist on his second album. As it turned out, the label tripped over having a white male vocalist front the album and Ford was replaced by Adeva. Still, it's worth noting that Ford was Frankie's first choice. A solo album for the same label was also in the works, but as often happens, it was a victim of "restructuring," and subsequently shelved and never released.
Ford also caught the ear of the legendary Chaka Khan: The two met when they sang together on a 2000 Atlantis cruise. Diva was impressed, as was her musical director–who stayed in touch–and just as he was about to sign Ford to his new record label, the financing fell through. Still, hello, Chaka Khan gave him the nod.
Ford's relatively recent single, “Signed, Sealed, Delivered” (duet with dance diva Pepper MaShay), released on Centaur Music, peaked at 7 and remained on the Billboard Hot Dance Club Play chart for 15 weeks.
Finally, what does Colton Ford have to say to the skeptics who won't believe their ears? "I fully accept that there will be those who just can't or won't let themselves get over my past, and will want to keep me neatly slotted as a porn star," he says. "That's fine. I feel, however, that there are more people out there that are open and able to see beyond that. I'm multifaceted, as we all are: I'm a sexual person, I'm a musical person, I'm many things and I embrace all of it. For those that are interested in taking a look, they'll see that my music stands on it's own. I've sung professionally for 25 years, I did porn for 10 months: It's what I've done all of my life, not an afterthought."
The press aggrees: "The biggest challenge for adult film stars who desire to cross over into music has remained the same for years: the need to be taken seriously and respected as an artist. It's almost as if an adult film star has more to prove than a less talented singer who has not appeared in adult films" - Michael Paoletta, editor for recording industry trade Billboard.
"He comes across as a blue-eyed soul singer." – Kurt B. Reighly, The Advocate
Colton Ford is managed by Peace Bisquit. The House of Peace Bisquit put their inimitable stamp on everyone from glittering scene-stealers like Cazwell, Le Tigre, Amanda Lepore, Tom Tom Club and RuPaul to favorite divas like Ultra Naté, Jody Watley N'Dea Davenport and Crystal Waters to bumping film soundtracks for films like “Another Gay Movie,” “Inside Deep Throat” "Party Girl" and “Party Monster.”
As of May 2007, he resides in New York City.
No One
Colton Ford Lyrics
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Where you can stay forever
You can be sure
That it will only get better
You and me together
Through the days and nights
I don't worry 'cause
People keep talking
They can say what they like
But all I know is
Everything's gonna be alright
No one, no one, no one
Can get in the way of what I'm feeling
No one, no one, no one
Can get in the way of what I feel for you
You, you
Can get in the way of what I feel for you
When the rain is pouring down
And my heart is hurting
You will always be around
Yes, I know, for certain
I know, some people search the world
to find something like what we have
I know, people will try, try to divide
something so real
so 'till the end of time
I'm telling you there is no one
No one, no one
Can get in the way of what I'm feeling
No one, no one, no one
Can get in the way of what I feel for you
Oh oh oh oh ooh, oh oh oh oh ooh,
oh oh oh oh, oh oh oh oh oooh
Oh oh oh oh ooh, oh oh oh oh ooh,
oh oh oh oh, oh oh oh oh oooh
The lyrics to Colton Ford's song "No One" describe the unbreakable connection between two people who are deeply in love. The singer expresses his desire to be close to his significant other constantly and throughout all of life's ups and downs. He assures his partner that no matter what anyone says or does, their relationship can withstand any obstacle.
The chorus, which repeats the phrase "No one, no one, no one can get in the way of what I'm feeling", emphasizes the strength of the singer's emotions and his conviction that no external force can change them. The bridge of the song acknowledges that some people may try to come between the couple, but the singer asserts that their love is so real and powerful that it will endure forever.
Overall, the lyrics to "No One" are a celebration of love and the idea that a strong connection between two people has the power to overcome any challenge that life may throw their way.
Line by Line Meaning
I just want you close
I desire your proximity
Where you can stay forever
A place by my side you'll forever be able to reside
You can be sure
Rest assured
That it will only get better
Things will keep getting better
You and me together
You and I jointly
Through the days and nights
During all the day and night hours
I don't worry 'cause
I'm not anxious since
Everything's gonna be alright
Everything will be okay
People keep talking
Folks persistently chatter
They can say what they like
They may speak their mind
But all I know is
My conviction is that
Everything's gonna be alright
Everything will be okay
No one, no one, no one
There's no one
Can get in the way of what I'm feeling
Can interfere with my sentiments
No one, no one, no one
There's no one
Can get in the way of what I feel for you
Can hinder my emotions for you
You, you
Only you
Can get in the way of what I feel for you
Can prevent my ardor for you
When the rain is pouring down
During tumultuous times
And my heart is hurting
When I'm emotionally pained
You will always be around
You will constantly be there
Yes, I know, for certain
I am definitely aware
I know, some people search the world
Some people explore the world
to find something like what we have
To discover something akin to our bond
I know, people will try, try to divide
Individuals may endeavor to separate
something so real
Something exceptionally genuine
so 'till the end of time
For eternity
I'm telling you there is no one
I'm asserting there's no one
Oh oh oh oh ooh, oh oh oh oh ooh,
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Oh oh oh oh ooh, oh oh oh oh ooh,
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oh oh oh oh, oh oh oh oh oooh
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Contributed by Tristan R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
David Drumgold
Unadulterated, in your face Pecksniff, brilliance. No apologies. Genius.
Remy Peredevere
I love this video. Colton is in great voice here, and of course the song is simply awesome. On top of all that, the humor in it, such as the gloryhole timed with " no one get in the way of what i'm feeling" or The urinal running as "the rain keeps falling down." It was really cool!
AgentM
Really well done!
Gary Buechel
He sang the song.end of story.