Collins' music is mostly electric guitar-driven pop, and his songwriting and vocal delivery range from the acerbicly satirical to the soulfully tender, although he is better known for the former. He built his own studio in 1994 and produced his own third solo album, Gorgeous George. He has also worked as producer with other artists, including The Proclaimers, The Cribs, and Little Barrie. Collins also produced and starred in the Channel 4 sitcom West Heath Yard.
Collins lives with his long term partner, Grace Maxwell, who also manages his career. The couple, who live in London, have one son.
In a BBC 6 Music radio interview on 18 February 2005 Collins had said he felt unwell, but ascribed the nausea and vertigo to food poisoning. Two days later he was admitted to intensive care in London's Royal Free Hospital after apparently suffering a major cerebral haemorrhage. On 25 February he underwent an operation, reportedly after suffering a second haemorrhage. The procedure was successful, and Collins began a lengthy programme of neurological rehabilitation.
Sept 2007 saw the release of Home Again, the first album since his illness. Recorded before Collins’ hospitalisation but only mixed and produced after his recovery, Edwyn worked on the album during his recovery. He was heard to sing a few bars on BBC Radio 4's Front Row, sharing strumming and chord duties with Grace. 'Crap' he said afterwards; some listeners begged to differ.
Everything And More
Edwyn Collins Lyrics
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we'll leave the life we've learnt to shun
and all my reference points are none
I feel the worst has yet to come
You say you can't run but you can't hide
but you could move mountains if you tried
and you could move millions with just your smile
yes I feel you should be told
that you're something to behold
someone that I just can't ignore
and I'd give everything and more
just to be by your side
in the still of the night
You say if I concentrate my mind
then I'll recognise the signs
but if it's true that love is blind
how can I read between the lines?
while small ones are unconfused
when we're planned by different druids
still I guess you know the know
I'd give everything and more
just to be by your side
in the still of the night
now I hope you don't get sore
'cause I've told you twice before
at the risk of being a bore
I'd give everything and more
just to be by your side
in the still of the night
The lyrics of "Everything And More" by Edwyn Collins reflect the emotions of someone who is deeply in love and willing to do anything to be with their significant other. The song's opening lines describe the beginning of a journey that they are embarking on together, leaving behind the life they used to know. However, there is a hint of uncertainty in the tone, with the singer feeling that the worst is yet to come.
The second verse is directed towards the love interest, with the singer expressing their belief in the love interest's capabilities, emphasizing their elegance and style. However, the singer is also unsure of how to proceed and struggles with interpreting the signs of love, wondering how they can "read between the lines" when love is blind. Despite the uncertainty, the singer is undeterred in their affection for the love interest, declaring that they would give everything and more just to be by their side in the still of the night.
The lyrics of "Everything And More" are a testament to the all-consuming nature of love, the uncertainty and risks that come with it, and the willingness to take on anything for the sake of being with the loved one. The lyrics are poignant and relatable to anyone who has experienced the ups and downs of love.
Line by Line Meaning
Climb on board our journey's just begun
Let's begin our journey together
we'll leave the life we've learnt to shun
We'll leave behind our old ways
and all my reference points are none
I don't have any point of reference for where we're headed
I feel the worst has yet to come
I'm nervous about what lies ahead
You say you can't run but you can't hide
You can't escape your feelings
but you could move mountains if you tried
You are capable of great things
and you could move millions with just your smile
Your smile has the power to make a difference
and your elegance and style
You have a charm and grace that is unmatched
yes I feel you should be told
I want you to know
that you're something to behold
You are truly remarkable
someone that I just can't ignore
I can't ignore you
and I'd give everything and more
I'd do anything for you
just to be by your side
I want to be with you
in the still of the night
During moments of peace and quiet
You say if I concentrate my mind
You believe I can figure this out
then I'll recognise the signs
And understand what's happening
but if it's true that love is blind
But love can also be confusing
how can I read between the lines?
How do I make sense of mixed messages?
while small ones are unconfused
Children often have a better understanding of love than adults
when we're planned by different druids
When we come from different backgrounds and beliefs
still I guess you know the know
You probably understand what's going on
now I hope you don't get sore
I hope you're not upset
'cause I've told you twice before
Because I've said this before
at the risk of being a bore
Even though I'm repeating myself
I'd give everything and more
I truly care about you
just to be by your side
And want to be with you no matter what
in the still of the night
During moments of peace and quiet
Contributed by Hunter B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.