Fardon also released a cover version of "Running Bear". In 2006 he re-released his single, "Belfast Boy", in tribute following the death of George Best.
It is believed that prior to becoming a singer he worked as a draughtsman for Albert Herberts Ltd in Coventry.
I'm Alive
Don Fardon Lyrics
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And I'm seeing things mighty clear today, I'm alive
I'm alive!
And I'm sitting here yelling and doin my thing, I'm alive
And I'm real!
I can breathe and touch and sing and feel, I'm alive
I'm a man!
Baby, baby, baby, baby, yeah, yeah!
I'm a man!
And I'm red and I'm yellow I'm black and I'm tan I'm a man
I'm alive!
Sitting here yelling and doing my thing, I'm alive
And I'm real!
I can breathe and touch and sing and feel, I'm alive
I'm alive!
And I'm doing my thing and singing my song, I'm alive
I'm a man
I'm red and I'm yellow I'm black and I'm tan, I'm a man
I'm alive!
Don Fardon's song "I'm Alive" is a song about feeling truly alive and embracing all of the different aspects of life. The opening lyrics, "I'm alive! And I'm seeing things mighty clear today, I'm alive" set the tone for the entire song. Fardon expresses his gratitude for being able to breathe, touch, and feel, and takes pride in being able to be his true self, regardless of societal norms. He says he is "sitting here yelling and doing [his] thing," indicating that he is unapologetically living life on his own terms.
Throughout the song, Fardon continues to assert his identity and humanity. He declares that he is "red and [he's] yellow, [he's] black and [he's] tan," emphasizing the importance of embracing diversity and celebrating different cultures. Ultimately, the overall message of the song is one of empowerment and self-love. Fardon celebrates his individuality and the fact that he's "alive" and able to experience life fully.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm alive!
The singer is expressing the joy of being alive and having the opportunity to experience life
And I'm seeing things mighty clear today, I'm alive
The singer is feeling particularly clear-minded and appreciative of their surroundings
And I'm sitting here yelling and doin my thing, I'm alive
The singer is loudly proclaiming their presence and individuality, reveling in the feeling of being alive and free
And I'm real!
The artist is emphasizing their existence as a tangible, physical being
I can breathe and touch and sing and feel, I'm alive
The artist is savoring the physical sensations that come along with living, and enjoying the ability to experience them fully
I'm a man!
The singer is asserting their identity as a human being, with all the complexities and imperfections that come with that
Who don't care if my hair's a bit long, I'm a man
The singer is shrugging off societal expectations and embracing their own individuality, without feeling the need to conform to traditional standards of appearance
Baby, baby, baby, baby, yeah, yeah!
An exclamation or exuberant response, indicating the artist's joy and enthusiasm for life
And I'm red and I'm yellow I'm black and I'm tan I'm a man
The artist is highlighting the diversity of the human experience, and emphasizing that despite differences in race or ethnicity, all people are fundamentally the same
And I'm doing my thing and singing my song, I'm alive
The artist is expressing their individuality and enjoying the freedom to pursue their own passions and interests, reveling in the feeling of being alive and free
Writer(s): Peter Lucia, Joel Linderfors, Tommy James
Contributed by Adam N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@paultimonier1527
Lyrics:
I'm alive!
And I'm seeing things mighty clear today, I'm alive
I'm alive!
And I'm sitting here yelling and doin my thing, I'm alive
And I'm real!
I can breathe and touch and sing and feel, I'm alive
I'm a man!
Who don't care if my hair's a bit long, I'm a man
Baby, baby, baby, baby, yeah, yeah!
I'm a man!
And I'm red and I'm yellow I'm black and I'm tan I'm a man
I'm alive!
Sitting here yelling and doing my thing, I'm alive
And I'm real!
I can breathe and touch and sing and feel, I'm alive
I'm alive!
And I'm doing my thing and singing my song, I'm alive
I'm a man
I'm red and I'm yellow I'm black and I'm tan, I'm a man
I'm alive!
@katzwhite5962
I love this song. It puts me in such a good mood. Advert on TV made me shazam it.😀
@BornNonconformist
This guy's vocals is absolutely exquisite - the soulful and more resonant original to Steven Tyler of Aerosmith.
@dylanthermos1
The singer is Gary Pickford Hopkins from Wales.
@rrbrt0
This song just makes you want to do all sorts of stuff, it's kinda empowering.
@RM-lj8bv
I heard this on a car add. Brilliant uplifting song.
@amalkumar2775
I heard this song in a Motorcycle https://youtu.be/NDcH0kl9-qg) for the first time. 12 years later I found this original song today 😊
@daandiks8747
BMW car add
@margueritescannell627
Fantastic song
@noneofyourbizznizz5375
I have BPD, and I swear when I can feel , for lack of a better term, manic days coming. I shout this into the mirror in my bathroom and I forget what the hell I was so bothered about. Thanks Don Fardon. I'm alive. Partly thanks to you 🤜🤛
@gerarduspoppel2831
I have borderline personality disorder. Now how You feel brother. Respect to You 👍💪