(1) French house artist from… Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one artist named Darius:
(1) French house artist from France.
(2) Soft-pop singer from Scotland.
(3) Neo-progressive rock band from Germany.
(4) A psychedelic artist from the U.S.
(5) An alias of Emma Essex under the Halley Labs label.
(1)
Darius (a.k.a. Terence N'guyen) is a French producer from Paris. His preferred genres usually range between house and disco, though many have pinpointed his sound in the "French touch" category. His work has been likened to Cassius, Fred Falke, and Daft Punk. To date, he has released two EPs via his label, Roche Musique - the critically-praised 'Velour', released in 2012, and his 2014 follow-up, 'Romance'.
N'guyen is also a member of the nu-disco duo Cherokee, alongside Dorian Miche.
(2)
Darius Campbell Danesh (born 19 August 1980 in Glasgow, Scotland of Persian descendants, died 11 August 2022) was a songwriter, platinum recording artist and acclaimed West End stage actor, well-known from the British TV hit show Pop Idol, from which American Idol was born. His first, self-penned single, "Colourblind", entered the UK singles chart at number one, and his debut album went platinum under the guidance of Grammy-winning U2 producer Steve Lillywhite. Darius has had five UK Top Ten singles and he is managed by Simon Fuller. In 2006 he ended a second successful West End run in the musical Chicago playing Billy Flynn, and 2007 will see him star as Sky Masterson in the musical Guys and Dolls.
Darius' professional career began playing a ten-year-old Trojan boy in the Scottish Opera's avante garde 1990s production of The Trojans. As a teenager he then toured with the Scottish Opera in a critically acclaimed production of Carmen. After performing at the Royal Opera House in Covent Garden, Darius faced the first of many career cross-roads. He chose to return to his studies in lieu of training his rich baritone voice for an Operatic career.
While studying English Literature at Edinburgh University, a chance audition and promise of a record deal led Darius to fame on the television show Popstars. After reaching the final stages, Darius went on to audition for the show that was in a sense its successor, Pop Idol. He got through to the final rounds of Pop Idol, ultimately placing third. However, he turned down Simon Cowell's million pound offer to sing cover songs,[3] and instead sent a self-composed track to his favourite producer in the hope of creating something original. Grammy-winning U2 producer Steve Lillywhite signed him to a five-album deal. In the summer of 2002, "Colourblind" became Darius' first number one single and that Christmas, his self-penned album "Dive In" went platinum.
Over the next two years, Darius would go on to support Shakira in Paris on her World Tour; complete his own sell-out UK tour; become an Ambassador for the Prince's Trust; contribute to the War Child charity album[5] with Coldplay and Oasis; write a no. 6 Sunday Times Best Seller book, "Sink or Swim"; and headline in India with Alanis Morissette after his album went platinum there.
After receiving news that his father was diagnosed with terminal cancer, Darius wrote and dedicated his second studio album to Dr Booth Danesh, the man he calls his "hero". In 2005, the album's title track "Live Twice" became Darius' fifth Top Ten single. Amazingly, father Booth not only lived to see his son perform it at the Royal Albert Hall, but fought and beat his cancer into remission, echoing the song's lyrics.
During 2006 and 2007 he composed for his third album in Los Angeles.
Campbell Danesh was found unresponsive on 11 August 2022 in his apartment in Rochester, Minnesota, United States, and he was pronounced dead later that day. His family reported there were no suspicious circumstances or signs of intent surrounding his death.
Eight days after his death, his debut single "Colourblind" charted at number two on both the UK Official Singles Download and Sales charts.
A private funeral was held for Campbell Danesh on 25 August 2022 at a church in the Glasgow suburb of Bearsden, which was attended by family members and close friends.
An autopsy report, released on 10 September 2022, concluded that Campbell Danesh died from inhalation of chloroethane, which led to respiratory arrest. He used chloroethane in addition to physiotherapy to treat his neck pain. His death was ruled an accident. Campbell Danesh had suffered from chronic pain since a car accident in 2010 while on a holiday in Spain.
(3)
DARIUS is a German band formed in December 1989 in Germany, whose style is rooted in such bands as PINK FLOYD, SAGA and MARILLION among others.
The band was formed by: Marcus Arnrich / drums, Markus Getta / guitars, Tom Mueller / bass, Dirk Bovensiepen / vocals and Sven Martin / keyboards, and with this lineup they released their debut album "A Poet's Soliloquy" in 1994.
This first album is promising but it's evident that they required some practice because the sound is a bit amateur, with a clearly Fish-era MARILLION which is enhanced by the voice of Dirk Bobvenspen which is very similar to the tall Scottish vocalist.
In 1997, the band released their second album, "Voices from the Crowd", which represents a great evolution since their debut; pay special attention to the second half of the album that is dedicated to an Egyptian tale, since we are talking about a semi-conceptual album.
In 1999 the band released their last and only live album, "Somewhere Alive in the Crowd", which contains excellent material from their previous albums and a cover version of Kayleigh by MARILLION.
(4)
Not much is know about "Darius" (AKA Robert J. Ott), other than he was a psychedelic artist from the late '60s and early '70s in the U.S. He only recorded two albums ("Darius" and the unreleased "Darius II").
(5)
An alias of Emma Essex under Halley Labs / LapFox Trax label.
Darius can be recognized from his fusion of acid house and jazz inspired chord progressions.
Darius' first album 'Ergosphere' was released on August 26th 2011 on http://halleylabs.com/, and reached #2 on Bandcamp's recent top-seller list in two days. This alias is still active and new releases keep coming on Halley Labs.
Hear What I Say
Darius Lyrics
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I said "that's okay
I wasn't in to you anyway"
I told you "lately
You irritate me your laugh is too loud
You're the last girl I'd look at
If you were in a crowd"
Could you tell?
I was lying and hiding the truth away
And what I really wanted to say
Is you are incredible you are amazing
You blow my mind one of a kind
I'm having a meltdown
You are incredible you are amazing
But sometimes telling the truth
Is easier said than done,
"don't leave baby"
Now that's what I meant to say
"My worlds not ending I'll be just fine"
That's what my mouth said
But not what I felt inside
I told you "baby,
Your not the answer to all of my prayers
'cause I like my girlfriends in short skirts with longer hair"
Could you tell?
I was lying and hiding the truth away
And what I really wanted to say
Well I said I didn't care about what you felt about me
Couldn't care less about what I said or done
You know the truth is that I care
About what you think about me
Maybe too much, I've been puttin' on a front
I didn't mean it and what I meant to say
Is you are incredible you are amazing
You blow my mind one of a kind
I'm having a meltdown
You are incredible you are amazing
But sometimes telling the truth
Is easier said than done, yeah yeah
Telling the truth is easier said than done.
Can't you see
Telling the truth is easier said than done.
"Don't leave baby" now that's what I meant to say
In "Hear What I Say," Darius navigates the complex dynamics of a romantic relationship marked by miscommunication and emotional turmoil. The opening lines establish a dissonance between the singer's outward expressions and inner feelings. When faced with a breakup, he responds with indifference, asserting that he wasn’t invested in the relationship. However, this bravado is quickly undermined by internal contradictions—his dismissive comments about the girl’s laugh and undesirable qualities reveal a deeper layer of complexity. Instead of genuinely conveying his feelings, he resorts to sarcasm and deflection, highlighting the struggle to manage vulnerability. This duality sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the themes of honesty and emotional conflict.
As the song progresses, it becomes clear that the singer is grappling with the painful truth of his feelings. He openly acknowledges that he is, in fact, lying about his true emotions—he finds the girl incredible and amazing. This moment of self-awareness underscores his internal struggle; he is caught between a desire to protect himself from rejection and a yearning to express his genuine feelings. The chorus captures this paradox poignantly: although he recognizes the significant impact she’s had on him, he feels compelled to hide his vulnerability. The phrase “easier said than done” symbolizes the challenge of vulnerability; it speaks to the universal human experience of wanting to communicate our true feelings while also fearing the consequences of that openness.
The singer's emotional turmoil is further illustrated when he admits that he is not as composed as he seems. While he tells her that he’ll be fine after the breakup, his inner monologue reveals self-doubt and uncertainty—contradicting what he outwardly expresses. He also comments on societal expectations, suggesting a preference for superficial attributes when he states he likes “girlfriends in short skirts with longer hair.” This remark hints at his struggle with personal authenticity versus the pressure to conform to external standards and ideals of beauty. His dissonance becomes apparent as he fights against the notion that he can rationalize his feelings away, while secretly feeling the weight of his affection for her.
Ultimately, the song culminates in a realization of the difficulty inherent in expressing one’s genuine feelings. The repeated pleas of “don’t leave baby” encapsulate the desperation and helplessness that often accompany the realization that communication has failed. Here, Darius illustrates the irony of human relationships: while we might try to project a facade of indifference, deep down, we crave connection and understanding. This emotional turmoil, highlighted by the line “what I meant to say,” signifies a longing for deeper honesty in relationships—recognizing that the truth can be elusive. The repetitive acknowledgment that “telling the truth is easier said than done” reveals not only his struggles but also a shared sentiment among listeners, illustrating a poignant struggle between self-protection and the longing for genuine emotional communion.
Line by Line Meaning
You said its over
You declared that our relationship has come to an end.
I said 'that's okay'
I responded nonchalantly, pretending that it didn't bother me.
I wasn't in to you anyway
I suggested that I never truly had strong feelings for you in the first place.
I told you 'lately
I mentioned recently that my feelings have changed.
You irritate me your laugh is too loud
I expressed annoyance at your behavior, specifically how your laughter bothers me.
You're the last girl I'd look at
I indicated that you are the least attractive option for me among possible partners.
If you were in a crowd
Even if you were surrounded by others, I wouldn't be drawn to you.
Could you tell?
Were you aware of the insincerity in my words?
I was lying and hiding the truth away
In reality, I was being dishonest and concealing my true feelings.
And what I really wanted to say
Deep down, I had a different message I desperately wished to convey.
Is you are incredible you are amazing
The truth is that I find you to be truly remarkable and awe-inspiring.
You blow my mind one of a kind
You leave me in disbelief; there's no one else quite like you.
I'm having a meltdown
I am emotionally overwhelmed and struggling to cope with my feelings.
You are incredible you are amazing
I repeat that you are genuinely extraordinary and exceptional.
But sometimes telling the truth
However, there are moments when being honest can be difficult.
Is easier said than done,
Though it’s simple to express our desire to be truthful, acting on it is much harder.
'don't leave baby'
My true feeling is a plea for you not to walk away from us.
Now that's what I meant to say
That heartfelt request is the statement I actually intended to express.
'My worlds not ending I'll be just fine'
I claimed that I would recover and that my life would continue normally.
That's what my mouth said
Those were the words that came out of my mouth in the moment.
But not what I felt inside
However, those words did not reflect my true inner sentiments.
I told you 'baby,
I addressed you affectionately, aiming to soften my message.
Your not the answer to all of my prayers
I suggested that you are not the perfect solution to all my issues.
'cause I like my girlfriends in short skirts with longer hair'
I remarked that my aesthetic preference leans toward a different type of partner.
Could you tell?
Did you realize that my statements weren’t truly representative of my feelings?
I was lying and hiding the truth away
I was masking my genuine emotions with falsehoods.
And what I really wanted to say
The essence of my feelings remained unexpressed.
Well I said I didn't care about what you felt about me
I pretended that your opinions of me were irrelevant.
Couldn't care less about what I said or done
I claimed indifference regarding my past words and actions.
I didn't mean it its not what I meant to say
The truth is, I didn’t truly hold those views; that wasn’t the real message.
You know the truth is that I care
In reality, my feelings are more profound, and I truly do care about you.
About what you think about me
I am concerned with how you perceive me and our relationship.
Maybe too much, I've been puttin' on a front
I fear I care excessively, as I have been pretending to be someone I’m not.
I didn't mean it and what I meant to say
Again, I emphasize that my previous words were misleading, and I crave to share the truth.
Is you are incredible you are amazing
It's essential for me to reiterate how extraordinary and wonderful you truly are.
You blow my mind one of a kind
I’m astounded by your uniqueness, and you continually impress me.
I'm having a meltdown
I am emotionally distressed and struggling to handle my inner turmoil.
You are incredible you are amazing
I must always acknowledge your remarkable nature.
But sometimes telling the truth
Yet, there are moments when honesty proves challenging.
Is easier said than done, yeah yeah
It remains a truth that declaring honesty is simpler than achieving it.
Telling the truth is easier said than done.
Being candid is a formidable challenge, despite sounding easy.
Can't you see
Do you not recognize the truth of my struggle with honesty?
Telling the truth is easier said than done.
Reiterating that truthfulness is often about actions and not words.
'Don't leave baby' now that's what I meant to say
Once more, my heartfelt plea is a sincere desperation to keep you in my life.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Reservoir Media Management, Inc.
Written by: DARIUS DANESH, David Alspach, Graham Edwards, Lauren Christy
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