In addition to his film work, Shearmur has always had a deep love of rock 'n' roll, having collaborated as both a keyboardist and an arranger with a number of top performers including Eric Clapton, Annie Lennox, Pink Floyd, Marianne Faithfull, Bryan Adams, Echo & The Bunnymen, Jimmy Page and Robert Plant.
The Only Ones
Edward Shearmur Lyrics
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Thoughts turn out twisted
Well unwind
Uncurl and lay the worries of the world
By any fire you find
Dreamers only believers in their sleep
Under archievers take a leap
So close and yet too far out
Maybe someday you'll hear
Sweet somethings whispered softly
Into your ear
To those with afflictions
Prone to addictions
To users and to losers
Doubters and their daughters and sons
Your Angel will come
Maybe she's come and gone
Already lost the one
What have you done
You lost the only one
If you came from something
And you're headed nowhere
Out on the run
Allow this thought to crystallise
It is better in the long run
To never get there
And let the journey decide
In all this doom and this gloom
And pessimistical visions
Came all condemned men
All fatalists in metaphysical fear
How could love be here
To those with afflictions
Prone to addictions
To users and losers
Doubters and their daughters and sons
Your Angel will come
And to those with intentions
In all three dimensions
To jokers and to the joke
Doubters and their daughters and sons
(maybe you've found the one)
Maybe she's come and gone
The song "The Only Ones" by Edward Shearmur is a hopeful and optimistic anthem for those who struggle with afflictions, addictions, doubt and fear. The first verse suggests that in the still of the night, our thoughts can become twisted and tangled, but encourages us to uncurl and lay our worries to rest by any fire we find. The lyrics also encourage us to dream and believe, and to take a leap of faith even if we consider ourselves underachievers. The song urges us to share our secrets, to be vulnerable and open with our loved ones, and to trust in a higher power or, in this case, an angel or guardian that will guide us on our journey.
The chorus is a reassurance that your angel, or the one who will love and support you unconditionally, will come to those with afflictions, prone to addictions, and to users and losers. The last verse encourages those who feel lost or are headed nowhere to embrace the journey itself and not worry about the destination, for it is better to never get there and let the journey decide. The song ends with a reminder that maybe your angel has already come and gone, urging us to appreciate the ones we have in our lives and not take them for granted.
Overall, the song's message is one of hope, resilience, and forgiveness. It emphasizes the importance of vulnerability, trust, and love, and encourages listeners to let go of their fear and embrace the journey of life. The song speaks to those who struggle with addiction, doubt, and fear, and offers them a glimmer of hope that their angel will come.
Line by Line Meaning
If often in the still of night
During the quiet moments of the night, when thoughts tend to become twisted and confusing
Thoughts turn out twisted
The thoughts become tangled and hard to decipher
Well unwind
Take some time to relax and unravel those confusing thoughts
Uncurl and lay the worries of the world
Let go of the heavy burden of all your problems and concerns
By any fire you find
Seek solace in any source of comfort that you can find
Dreamers only believers in their sleep
In our dreams we can truly believe in our aspirations and goals
Under achievers take a leap
Even those who feel they haven't accomplished much should take a risk and try something new
Tell her the secrets that you keep
Open up and share your deepest thoughts with someone you trust
So close and yet too far out
Something may feel very close to us, yet still out of reach
Maybe someday you'll hear
There's a possibility that you may one day hear something positive or encouraging
Sweet somethings whispered softly
Pleasant and comforting words spoken quietly
Into your ear
Spoken directly to you in a personal manner
To those with afflictions
Addressing those who struggle with personal challenges and difficulties
Prone to addictions
Those who are susceptible to addictive behavior
To users and to losers
Those who are either using or losing in life
Doubters and their daughters and sons
Anyone who lacks faith or confidence in themselves, and their children
Your Angel will come
A figure of comfort and guidance will come to guide you through your difficult times
Maybe she's come and gone
It's possible that someone has already come and gone from your life
Already lost the one
You may have already lost the person who meant the most to you
What have you done
What actions did you take that led to the loss
You lost the only one
The person you lost was the only one who truly mattered to you
If you came from something
If you came from a certain background or upbringing
And you're headed nowhere
If you feel lost and directionless in life
Out on the run
Always on the move, running away from something or towards something else
Allow this thought to crystallise
Consider this idea and let it fully form in your mind
It is better in the long run
It's more advantageous in the end
To never get there
To never fully arrive at a certain destination or goal
And let the journey decide
To allow the experiences and lessons gained during the journey to dictate your life path
In all this doom and this gloom
Even amidst all the negative emotions and circumstances
And pessimistical visions
Negative and hopeless beliefs about the future
Came all condemned men
Everyone is dealt difficult circumstances in life
All fatalists in metaphysical fear
We often fear things that are beyond our control, and believe in fate or destiny
How could love be here
When things are difficult, it may be hard to believe in love or positive emotions
And to those with intentions
Those with strong desires or intentions in life
In all three dimensions
In every aspect or area of life - physical, emotional, and mental
To jokers and to the joke
Even those who may not be taken seriously, and those who make light of serious situations
Doubters and their daughters and sons
People who lack faith or confidence, and their families
(maybe you've found the one)
Perhaps you have already found the person who is right for you
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Eddie Stevens, Mark Brydon, Roisin Murphy
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