“If you’re expecting the same old soul singer, that’s not necessarily who I am,” the prodigy divulges as perhaps the most telling description of his work. “I call my sound ‘future throwback soul’ since it’s what people love about old soul music, that throwback sound… but I bring it into the future.” Growing up in Manchester, he put in his time studying the soul greats of yesterday and today, developing his sound as a teen through bedroom recordings and making his name performing on Britain’s underground urban stages. “It was tough fitting into the Manchester music scene which had always been really focused on guitar and dance music, the urban scene was almost non-existent… so, in making those recordings in my bedroom, I figured out how I wanted to sound…It was my training ground. Everything really began there for me. It was the first step in becoming the artist I am today.”
He first perked mainstream ears accompanying the Gorillaz on their 2010 chart hit, “Doncamatic,” after a mutual friend introduced the group to his music at one of his many London shows. He released the single, “Smoking Gun” in 2011 to impressive airplay, gaining ground as an independent artist on BBC Radio 1xtra and being listed as one of the station’s ‘Sound of 2011’ honorable mentions. He later fueled Wretch 32’s “Long Way Home,” for which he co-wrote.
His gradual ascent didn’t come easy, however. Pulling in favors after nearly being dropped by his label and investing his own money into promotion, Daley completed his EP, Those Who Wait, spawning his initial viral online success in 2012. “I made the EP a free download because after the Gorillaz track there really wasn’t much else out there for people to get ahold of from me and in doing so, it spread around the world and helped me gain the attention of more listeners,” he explains. “In being free, it took on a life of its own and became like an introduction for me as an artist… I knew I had to get it heard stateside and that was really the best way.”
His second EP, Alone Together (also released in 2012) continued his rise with his first stateside single, the subtly seductive “Alone Together” featuring Grammy nominee, Marsha Ambrosius, for which New York R&B radio station WBLS gave its first spins. Since his US debut, he’s garnered two Soul Train Award nominations and has racked up over 5 million YouTube/VEVO views with the video for his Jessie J-assisted duet, “Remember Me.” Supporting the likes of Miguel and Emeli Sande, along with megastar label mate, Jessie J, he’s performed to sold-out audiences around the world and counts icons, George Michael and Bobby Womack, among his fans. 2013 scored Daley his first MOBO nominations, for “Best Newcomer” and “Best R&B Artist,” along with a guest spot on Nelly’s latest single, “Heaven.”
Part of Daley’s international appeal comes from his ability to harmonize the sounds of yesterday and tomorrow with the technologies of today. His Twitter hash tag “#ASKDALEY” has trended globally, while he’s notably become one of BBC 1xtra Live’s most shared acts to date. He says of his digital following: “I can gage people’s reactions and I like to hear their feedback. It’s important to me to hear how people feel and relate to my music.”
All signs point to a massive full-length debut from the artist in 2014.
Entitled Days & Nights, the album balances the bright young star’s individual style and awe-worthy falsetto with illuminating vulnerability and substance. “Days & Nights is literally my life for the past couple of years. It’s trying to balance your career, your love life, your ‘everything’ and keeping them all in check… it all blurs into one like your day’s and night’s,” he describes.
Fusing R&B/Soul aesthetics he grew up on (from Prince’s funky fervor to D’Angelo’s neo-soul) with sparse electro-ambient stylings, he effectively captures this generation’s sonic amalgam. While his palette’s rooted in the classics, he pushes music forward with a sound beyond his years. “It’s soulful at its core and in terms of sound and production, the album reflects me and my influences – a combination of US and UK sounds,” he details.
On “Be,” he employs 80’s percussion with moody piano chords to achieve a Sade-like AC stunner. “Blame The World’s” boom-bap brass and orchestral backing show off his bombastic versatility, while the empowering “Broken” proves he can easily hold his own as a triumphant balladeer a la Adele. Pharrell’s co-production on “Look Up” even reminisces Marvin Gaye’s seminal “What’s Going On,” begging a comparison to the icon’s greatest moments.
Tackling the everyday has never sounded so sensuous.
Days & Nights welcomes Daley to the world stage without compromise.
Heaven
Daley Lyrics
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It feels like heaven
Take it to the heaven, take it to the floor
This feeling heaven-sent
Every single me and you woke
10 bottles and up, here we living up
Fly but the clouds you'll never get stuck
So said do you see? And got me seeing stars tangled
And I'm going for the Superbowl field goal
I know you feeling it right, hot lookin' tonight
It ain't no stopping when we poppin, girlfriend go in
Yea we got high all because she touchin' and rubbin'
Plus above it I know you gotta be sick
But your light shine baby every time okay
It feels (it feels good)
It feels like heaven
And I don't wanna go there girl so soon
So won't you please come down here
It feels like heaven!
Don't hold your breath, don't listen
Feel like you going through hell – it's just a visit
Feel everything you going through you're on your own
Take a shot of the silver shot, thank God for Patrone
Thank God for the millionaires
You can separate the boys from the million now 'cause you see your virtue
You knowin your comfort and it feels like heaven
Even though we wasn't gonna work your body
Meet me up and down to the town
Baby I just wanna feel right here right now
One time, one choice
Baby it's gonna fall
I hope to God never let you go
It feels like
It feels (it feels good)
It feels like heaven
And I don't wanna go there girl so soon
So won't you please come down here
It feels like heaven!
Sunshine every time we move
It feels like heaven!
Go angel and our love will never leave and it will live on
It feels like (go ahead still spit it so we hit it on time)
It feels like heaven
No breaking lights, baby go hard it's fine
Never hate the ladies and make the babies
Girl you could be anything you want
And you deserve it, I know you're worth it
Never ever let the feeling go
Never hate the ladies and make the babies
Girl you could be anything you want
Now put your hands up high, 'cus you're going for a ride
As the feeling of love keep your feelings inside
It feels (it feels good)
It feels like heaven
And I don't wanna go there girl so soon
So won't you please come down here
It feels like heaven!
It feels like
It feels, it feels like
(No breaking lights, baby go hard it's fine)
The song "Heaven" by Daley talks about the feeling of being in love with someone and how it makes you feel like you are in a heavenly state. The lyrics talk about taking things to the highest level, feeling the flow of energy, and living life to the fullest. The artist advises not to hold your breath or listen to people who might dampen your spirit but to enjoy every moment of the feeling.
The song talks about how love can be a difficult journey but if both parties hold on to each other, they can overcome any obstacle. It feels like there's sunshine every time they move and the love they share will never leave them. The chorus repeats the phrase "It feels like heaven," emphasizing how this feeling is indescribable and hard to put into words.
The artist's smooth and electrifying vocals combined with the lyrics' poetic nature create a perfect mix that touches your heart and uplifts your spirit. The song is a beautiful reminder of the happiness that comes with being in love and how it makes you feel like you are on top of the world.
Line by Line Meaning
Said it feel
Expressing the sensation that is being experienced
It feels like heaven
The feeling is reminiscent of ethereal paradise
Take it to the heaven, take it to the floor
Bring the ecstatic joy up high and down low
This feeling heaven-sent
The feeling is a divine gift
Every single me and you woke
Both of us are conscious and appreciative of this moment
10 bottles and up, here we living up
We are living to the fullest with 10 or more bottles
Fly but the clouds you'll never get stuck
We can soar above the clouds without getting trapped
And you can take your take your time, my intentions you'll handle
Take as long as you need, I trust you to understand my intentions
So said do you see? And got me seeing stars tangled
I asked if you understand and you leave me dazzled and amazed
And I'm going for the Superbowl field goal
I am reaching for the ultimate prize in my personal goalpost
I know you feeling it right, hot lookin' tonight
I sense that you are emotionally invested and look stunning tonight
It ain't no stopping when we poppin, girlfriend go in
We will not stop the euphoria, girlfriend let loose
Yea we got high all because she touchin' and rubbin'
We are elated because of her erotic touch
Plus above it I know you gotta be sick
Furthermore, I understand that you must be amazing
But your light shine baby every time okay
But every time, your shining light triumphs, my love
Don't hold your breath, don't listen
Don't hold your breath or listen to doubt
Feel like you going through hell – it's just a visit
The feeling of being in hellish conditions is just a temporary visit
Feel everything you going through you're on your own
You have to feel everything you are going through on your own
Take a shot of the silver shot, thank God for Patrone
Drink a silver shot, and thank God for Patrone
Thank God for the millionaires
Thank God for the wealthy people
You can separate the boys from the million now 'cause you see your virtue
You can differentiate between boys and millionaires because of your admirable qualities
You knowin your comfort and it feels like heaven
You are aware of your comfort, and it feels like paradise
Even though we wasn't gonna work your body
Even though we were not going to physically engage
Meet me up and down to the town
Join me in going up and down the town
Baby I just wanna feel right here right now
I want to relish this moment together, right here and now
One time, one choice
One opportunity, one decision
Baby it's gonna fall
Baby, it's going to happen
I hope to God never let you go
I pray to God that I will never lose you
Sunshine every time we move
We radiate with a golden aura every time we make a move
Go angel and our love will never leave and it will live on
Go, my angel, our love will never fade and will endure
No breaking lights, baby go hard it's fine
We don't have to slow down; keep going, it's okay
Never hate the ladies and make the babies
Never hold contempt for women and have children
Girl you could be anything you want
You can be anything you desire, my girl
And you deserve it, I know you're worth it
And you deserve it, you are undoubtedly worthy
Never ever let the feeling go
Never let go of this feeling
Now put your hands up high, 'cus you're going for a ride
Now raise your hands high because you're in for a ride
As the feeling of love keep your feelings inside
As you experience love, hold on to this feeling internally
It feels like heaven!
The feeling is truly heavenly!
It feels like
The feeling is similar to
It feels, it feels like
The sensation is akin to
(No breaking lights, baby go hard it's fine)
Nothing can bring us down, keep going eagerly
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: ALEX GOODWIN, CORNELL HAYNES, EVAN TAUBENFELD, NOEL C. FISHER, SIDNEY SWIFT
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@JacquelineSoulchick
Daley Fan Club gives this 10 thumbs up!!!!!!!!!
@haroldmota4522
Cool bros 💪🏻💪🏿 🇻🇪
@Jldicksonjr
I'm in LoVe, with this Art~piece
💐💐💐
@daleyofficial
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@jarelanderson1787
This is a hot song needs to be on the radio!!
@lavinajohnson8022
THIS...IS...HOTNESSS OVERLOAD!!!!! MY DALEY IS SMEXXXXY!!!! I already loved the song, but you done messed up and gave me a visual!!! In the words of the Wicked Witch of the West...I'M MELLLLTING!!!!
@ricoeweaver
Yes, yes, YES!!! I love this song so much! Beautiful video! 🙏🏾
@brycescott4935
This song is 🔥. The song we didn’t know we needed. And I didn’t know Daley was family 🥰🥰🥰
@Trunicorn_sprinkles
Love the song and the emotional intimacy of this video
@washingtonsilva1288
Daley lindoooooo