Rae was born in Leeds, West Yorkshire to a Kittitian father and an English mother, and she was the eldest of three daughters. She began her musical career at school where she studied classical violin before she turned her attention to singing: "I started off singing in church, I suppose, but people think it must have been a gospel church because of the whole, you know, black assumption", she says in reference to her multiracial background. "But it wasn't gospel at all, it was just your regular Brethren church, very middle-class, where we would sing these harmonies every Sunday. It was always my favourite part of the service, the singing".
Rae later transferred to a Baptist church, where the choir would sing traditional hymns, and Primal Scream tunes. "We changed the words though", Rae states on her website. "We didn't want to offend the regular churchgoers, now did we?"
Performing in church broadened Rae's musical horizons, and her love affair with making music was solidified after a local youth leader offered to buy her an electric guitar. In her mid-teens, she became obsessed with rock legends Led Zeppelin, "I loved that band during my teens; I wanted, somehow, to follow in their footsteps, and to create music of my own".
Rae formed an all-female indie group called Helen, which was inspired by similar acts such as Veruca Salt and L7. "It was the first time I'd seen women with guitars. They were kinda sexy – but feminist. I wanted to be like that, at the front of something".
The group raised eyebrows on several fronts; in the white male-dominated world of indie music, they were an all-female group fronted by a mixed-race singer from Leeds. The moniker "Helen" also drew attention, albeit for not all the right reasons: "What can I say? We were 15 years old, and thought that Helen was a cheeky, indie kind of thing to do. It seemed clever at the time. Admittedly, it seems less so now".
The group played many gigs around Leeds, including a memorable performance at Joseph's Well with Leeds-based band Swift, fronted by wildman rocker Royce Dunston. Despite this, the group became the first indie act to be signed to heavy metal record label Roadrunner Records, home to acts such as Slipknot, in 1995. The venture proved to be short-lived however after the bassist became pregnant and the group disbanded. "[Was I] Disappointed? I was gutted! I had no idea what to do next".
Corinne has often stated that she is a proud Leeds United Football Club fan.
After the disappointment of Helen, Rae went on to attend the University of Leeds where she studied an English Literature degree. While at University, she began work as a hat check girl on an evening in her local jazz club. Permitted to sing on stage with the jazz band when business was slow, it was there that she discovered a different type of music that sent her on a different musical path: "I kept hearing this jazz and soul stuff and I realized I loved that music too". It was there also that she met saxophone player Jason Rae, whom she eventually married in 2001 at age twenty-two. "I was Corinne Bailey. I added on Rae, my husband's name, when I got married. There's no hyphen; stops it being posh!" Jason died in March 2008.
Career
Over the space of the next three years, Rae began working on solo material – this time steering away from her indie past and embarking on a more "soulful" path. She collaborated with Leeds-based funk group The New Mastersounds on the track "Your Love Is Mine", featured on their 2003 album Be Yourself, released via One Note Records. The following year she again worked with another Leeds-based group, Homecut Directive, on the song "Come the Revolution", which was the first single from the group's debut album.
In 2004, Rae got a breakthrough when she was signed by Global Talent Publishing and then approached by Craig David's mentor Mark Hill, from the duo The Artful Dodger, to appear on his new album better luck next time under his new alias, The stiX. The resulting collaboration, "Young and Foolish", was released in April 2005 and brought Rae to the attention of the major record label bosses. Rae released her debut single, "Like a Star", in November 2005 and her first album, Corinne Bailey Rae, in February 2006. In September 2006, Rae scooped two awards at the UK's MOBO Awards: "Best UK Newcomer" and "Best UK Female". Rae recorded a live session at Abbey Road Studios in July 2006 for Live From Abbey Road.
Rae also received three nominations at the 2007 Grammy Awards: "Record of the Year", "Song of the Year" (both for "Put Your Records On"), and "Best New Artist". During the ceremony, she performed "Like a Star" and joined John Legend and John Mayer in a collaborative performance, providing accompanying vocals to Legend's "Coming Home" and Mayer's "Gravity". The poll's predictions subsequently came true, as she became only the fourth female British act in history to have her first album debut at number one. She has been nominated for Grammy Awards and BRIT Awards and won two MOBO Awards.
During an interview for the 2011 Mercury Awards, Corinne revealed she is writing a follow-up album to her critically acclaimed The Sea.
In 2013, Bailey Rae was moved from Capitol Records to Virgin Records due to corporate restructuring as a result of their parent company being purchased by Universal Music Group in 2012.
Discography
Albums
* 2006: "Corinne Bailey Rae"
* 2007: Live in London & New York
* 2010: "The Sea"
The Skies Will Break
Corinne Bailey Rae Lyrics
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And so it's all over
So they've already run
And we all fall down
And the clouds, they blot out the sun
Very soon your world could be different
But you've got your mind set on silence, silence, silence
The skies will break for you, my friend
The skies will break for you, my friend
The waves will part, the seas will rend
The skies will break for you, my friend
The skies will break for you, my friend
It won't be long until it ends
Singing whoa
But the heart speaks in whispers, you've got to listen
And the crowd is so loud
It feels like they'll drown you out
And the waves crash down
And there's chaos all around
Don't let your mind rest on violence, violence, violence
Oh, the skies will break for you, my friend
The skies will break for you, my friend
The waves will part, the seas will rend
The skies will break for you, my friend
The skies will break for you, my friend
It won't be long until it ends
Singing whoa
'Cause the heart speaks in whispers
And the heart speaks in whispers
You've got to listen
Oh, the skies will break for you, my friend
The skies will break for you, my friend
The waves will part, the seas will rend
The skies will break for you, my friend
The skies will break for you, my friend
It won't be long until it ends
Singing whoa
Bright lights
Streaming, we're golden!
Sunlight, sunlight
Revealing, we're golden!
And you will know
And you will know it
And you will know
And you will know it
And you will know
The song The Skies Will Break is a song by British singer-songwriter Corinne Bailey Rae, released in 2016. The song talks about finding hope and encouragement in the midst of chaos and confusion. The lyrics explore the idea of how the heart speaks through whispers, and how one needs to listen carefully to hear the message. The song encourages the listener to believe in a brighter future, and to not let their minds rest on violent or negative thoughts.
The first verse of the song talks about a situation that has ended, and the clouds have deprived the sun of its light. The singer tells the listener that soon things could be different, but they have their minds set on silence. However, the chorus reassures the listener that the skies will break for them, the waves will part, and the seas will rend. The second verse describes the chaos and the noise of the surrounding crowd, but the singer asks the listener not to let their minds rest on violence. The bridge of the song expresses a sense of hope, and encourages the listener to believe that they will know when the skies break and when the sunlight reveals their true selves.
Overall, The Skies Will Break is a song about finding hope in difficult times, and the importance of listening to one's heart to find guidance and direction.
Line by Line Meaning
And the heart speaks in whispers
The inner voice of the heart communicates with soft, subtle whispers that must be listened to
And so it's all over
The end is near and inevitable
So they've already run
Others have already fled or given up on their goals
And we all fall down
Everyone experiences failure, setbacks, or collapses at some point
And the clouds, they blot out the sun
The problems and obstacles are so overwhelming that they block out hope and positivity
Very soon your world could be different
Change is always possible and imminent, even if it is not visible yet
But you've got your mind set on silence, silence, silence
You are not expressing your desires, needs, or feelings and instead bottling them up inside, causing stagnation and frustration
The skies will break for you, my friend
There is hope and salvation for you, even if it is hard to believe or see right now
The waves will part, the seas will rend
The obstacles and challenges that seemed insurmountable will become manageable and navigable
It won't be long until it ends
The current situation, pain, or sorrow will not last forever, and there is light at the end of the tunnel
Singing whoa
An exclamation of joy, relief or celebration
And the crowd is so loud
The noise and opinions of others are drowning out your inner voice and perspective
It feels like they'll drown you out
The pressure and influence of the masses can be overwhelming and intimidating
And the waves crash down
The forces of nature and life can be turbulent, destructive, and unpredictable
And there's chaos all around
The disorder, confusion, and uncertainty of the present moment make it hard to find clarity and direction
Don't let your mind rest on violence, violence, violence
Do not dwell on negative or harmful thoughts and emotions, as they can worsen the situation and damage your well-being
Bright lights, Streaming, we're golden!
Amidst the darkness and challenges, there are bright spots, moments of success or hope, that make life worth living
Sunlight, sunlight, Revealing, we're golden!
When the truth and beauty of life are revealed, we realize that we are valuable, important, and capable
And you will know it, And you will know, And you will know it, And you will know
You will have an inner conviction, sense of clarity, or revelation that will guide you towards your purpose and destiny
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: CORINNE BAILEY RAE, STEPHEN JAMES BROWN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
푸항항
And so it's all over
So they've already run
And we all fall down
And the clouds, they blot out the sun
Very soon your world could be different
But you've got your mind set on silence, silence, silence
The skies will break for you, my friend
The skies will break for you, my friend
The waves will part, the seas will rend
The skies will break for you, my friend
It won't be long until it ends
Singing, "Whoa"
But the heart speaks in whispers, you've got to listen
But the crowd is so loud
It feels like they'll drown you out
And the waves crash down
And there's chaos all around
But don't let your mind rest on violence, violence, violence
Oh, the skies will break for you, my friend
But the heart speaks in whispers, you've got to listen
Oh, the skies will break for you, my friend
It won't be long until it ends
Bright lights
Bright lights
Streaming, we're golden!
Sunlight, sunlight
Revealing, we're golden!
And you will know
And you will know it
And you will know
NEXT UP
Cinthya Al. Medina
<3
And the heart speaks in whispers
And the heart speaks in whispers
And so it's all over
So they've already run
And we all fall down
And the clouds, they blot out the sun
Very soon your world could be different
But you've got your mind set on silence, silence, silence
Ah, the skies will break for you, my friend
The skies will break for you, my friend
Ah, the waves will part, the seas will rend
The skies will break for you, my friend
Ah, the skies will break for you, my friend
It won't be long until it ends
Sing "whoa" (whoa, whoa, whoa)
"Whoa" (whoa, whoa, whoa)
But the heart speaks in whispers, you've got to listen
And the crowd is so loud
It feels like they'll drown you out
And the waves crash down
And there's chaos all around
Don't let your mind set on…
Super Man Alpha
The reason that this does not have millions of views is that her vibration is very high. Only few find her beautiful music. The ones that are in tune with themselves. This video is beyond every video i have seen. its authentic pure and powerful. Thank you Corinnee and producers.
Tuesday Δ Sagenda
preach
dionel estabas
I fell in love with this song upon hearing it being played at a coffee shop. The album is amazing.
Mobstar Malcom
Same! lol was it Starbucks? Also I didnt know she sang the put your records on song too
DeadPixel
@Mobstar Malcom bruh smh
Hello World
Bass build-up, piano chords, drum beats and ohh her sweet voice. This album is amazing ! Would love to go to her concert once again...
TheSilverphoenix88
This song always gets me in the autumn vibe/mood 🍂🍁🥮🦃🎃💀
푸항항
And so it's all over
So they've already run
And we all fall down
And the clouds, they blot out the sun
Very soon your world could be different
But you've got your mind set on silence, silence, silence
The skies will break for you, my friend
The skies will break for you, my friend
The waves will part, the seas will rend
The skies will break for you, my friend
It won't be long until it ends
Singing, "Whoa"
But the heart speaks in whispers, you've got to listen
But the crowd is so loud
It feels like they'll drown you out
And the waves crash down
And there's chaos all around
But don't let your mind rest on violence, violence, violence
Oh, the skies will break for you, my friend
But the heart speaks in whispers, you've got to listen
Oh, the skies will break for you, my friend
It won't be long until it ends
Bright lights
Bright lights
Streaming, we're golden!
Sunlight, sunlight
Revealing, we're golden!
And you will know
And you will know it
And you will know
NEXT UP
The Ultimate K.I.M.M
Thank you❣
Ariel Delaney
This song is getting me through hard times. Thank you Corinne for this!