Despite his vocal range (paired with a sense of dynamics), and a charismatic stage presence, Byron was dismissed from Uriah Heep in 1976, at the demand of keyboardist Ken Hensley (the band's primary songwriter), who gave the ultimatum "it's him or me" to band manager Gerry Bron, citing Byron's increasingly erratic behaviour due to alcohol abuse. He unsuccessfully attempted to revive his career with Rough Diamond (a band also featuring former members of Humble Pie and Wings), a second solo album, and The Byron Band. Mick Box and Trevor Bolder of Uriah Heep invited Byron to re-join the band in 1980, but Byron refused. He died of alcohol related complications in 1985. The coroner's report cited epilepsy and fatty liver.
I Remember
David Byron Lyrics
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A-a-a-a-ah
Didn't I say just a moment ago
All of my life has been just like a show
Always impatient and ready to go I remember
I've been 'round the world with a whole bunch of clowns
And we had our ups and plenty of downs I remember
I can talk about it now because I'm free
But I'll always be the same old me
Playing my music is all I can do
To say all the things that is possible to
But sometimes I thought that I wouldn't pull through I remember
So I'll carry on for as long as I can
With hardly a reason and never a plan
'Cause I'll be contented if I stay the man I remember well
The lyrics to David Byron's song "I Remember" reflect the journey of the artist through his life experiences as a musician. The first line "I can talk about it now because I'm free" suggests that the artist may have felt restricted in expressing himself musically in the past, but now he is free to express himself fully. The lyrics portray a feeling of restlessness and impatience, as the artist has traveled around the world with a group of people, possibly other musicians, and experienced many ups and downs.
The line "Playing my music is all I can do to say all the things that is possible to" suggests that the artist uses his music as a means of emotional expression, and it is through his music that he can communicate his deepest thoughts and feelings. The last verse reflects a sense of contentment, as the artist is not concerned with having a plan or a reason to keep playing music - he just does it because it is who he is.
Overall, "I Remember" is a song that reflects on the life of a musician, the highs and lows of touring, and the importance of music as a means of self-expression.
Line by Line Meaning
I can talk about it now because I'm free
I'm now able to openly discuss what I've been through since I have no restrictions or limitations.
Didn't I say just a moment ago
I had already mentioned something earlier about myself in the recent past.
All of my life has been just like a show
My entire existence has felt like a theatrical performance; artificial & exaggerated.
Always impatient and ready to go I remember
I was never able to wait calmly nor delay anything; vividly recalling it.
I've been 'round the world with a whole bunch of clowns
I'd travelled globally with a group of individuals with strange & entertaining personalities.
Seen all of the cities and most of the towns
I'd observed every major city and majority of smaller settlements worldwide.
And we had our ups and plenty of downs I remember
We experienced both good & bad times together - not to be forgotten anytime soon.
Playing my music is all I can do
Creating music is the only way I'm capable of expressing myself.
To say all the things that is possible to
I convey everything that's possible through my music.
But sometimes I thought that I wouldn't pull through I remember
On some occasions, I think I would not have been able to make it; sharp memory of it.
So I'll carry on for as long as I can
Continuing to pursue music for as long as I'm able to.
With hardly a reason and never a plan
I don't have a specific motivation, and I don't adhere to any schemes.
'Cause I'll be contented if I stay the man I remember well
It would make me satisfied if I don't alter from the person I remember being.
Contributed by Mateo F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@clarkramos2374
Uriah Heep was never the same without David Byron his melodic voice just sparked with all thier songs ...when he sing you just felt that spiritual energy he would sing to. .. ....may God Bless his soul !!what a true natural artist !!!lm a musician and his music really inspired me as a singer!!!just so wonderful!!!
@user-yu6ls3io9o
Никто из тогдашних не мог петь столь разнообразно, как это делал Дэвид!!! Светлая память!! Великий рок-вокалист!!!
@user-tn9eq7yc6e
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@dllyg_uncle_Izya
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g2C78LZqLEo
@user-yt9qw1ig6u
Согласна.
@josephtabar492
You're going to make a grown hippie cry....
I am so sad not only for David but for Ken and Lee also.... I pray to God you knew Jesus.... He is the only way to the father.
@herbertvonzinderneuf8547
.....because if they did not, they are frying in hell right now. Gotta love christianity.
@user-iz5fq3ru7i
Байрон это Гений, таких голосов больше нет !
@josephtabar492
I tend to agree with you. It's so unfortunate because David Byron was the best! Greetings from America.
@chlejepan1735
David, Gary, Lee, Ken ....R.I.P