Sandé made her singing career debut in 2009 after appearing on the track she wrote for Chipmunk's first debut single, "Diamond Rings". The single charted at No. 6 on the UK Singles Charts, making it Chipmunk and Sandé's first ever Top 10 Hit. She later appeared on another single singing guest vocals, after collaborating with Wiley on his comeback single "Never Be Your Woman", the single charted at number-eight on the UK Singles Charts becoming Sandé's second consecutive Top 10 Single.
Sandé decided against using the name Adele Sandé, due to Adele's growing success, so used her middle name instead. She revealed: "I changed it as soon as Adele came out. I just thought, 'You've kind of taken the [name] now', so I went with my middle name. She was just getting bigger and bigger, so I thought I just really need it."
A former medical student, Sandé appeared as a guest vocalist on Professor Green's 2011 UK #1 single Read All About It and soon went on to achieve her own chart success with her first solo release Heaven, which debuted in the UK Singles Chart at #2. Her debut album Our Version of Events was released on 12th February 2012. The album includes the singles Next To Me, Daddy and My Kind Of Love.
Before branching out on her own Sandé had already had a taste of chart success having collaborated with rapper Chipmunk on his song Diamond Rings, and then with Wiley on Never Be Your Woman. She has also written for or collaborated with artists including Let Go, Let It Rain, Susan Boyle and Cheryl Cole.
In a major feature in their Saturday Review paper, The Times declared Emeli Sandé "The Voice of 2012". The New York Times said “Ms. Sandé has a perspective-altering voice, clear and brassy and weapons-grade”. Fellow artists have also proclaimed their admiration, including Alicia Keys, “I just love her style and her flow – super raw.”, and Adele, "How incredible is she?".
Our Version of Events is the UK's biggest selling debut album of 2012.
Sandé appeared at the London 2012 Olympics opening ceremony. She performed Abide with Me
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Read All About It Pt. III
Emeli Sandé Lyrics
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But you're biting your tongue
You've spent a life time stuck in silence
Afraid you'll say something wrong
If no one ever hears it how we gonna learn your song?
So come on, come on
Come on, come on
So why let your voice be tamed?
Maybe we're a little different
There's no need to be ashamed
You've got the light to fight the shadows
So stop hiding it away
Come on, come on
I wanna sing, I wanna shout
I wanna scream 'til the words dry out
So put it in all of the papers
I'm not afraid
They can read all about it
Read all about it, no oh
Oh oh oh
Oh oh oh
Oh oh oh
Oh oh oh
Oh oh oh
Oh oh oh
At night we're waking up the neighbors
While we sing away the blues
Making sure that we're remembered, yeah
'Cause we all matter too
If the truth has been forbidden
Then we're breaking all the rules
So come on, come on
Come on, come on
Let's get the TV and the radio
To play our tune again
It's 'bout time we got some airplay of our version of events
There's no need to be afraid
I will sing with you my friend
Come on, come on
I wanna sing, I wanna shout
I wanna scream 'til the words dry out
So put it in all of the papers
I'm not afraid
They can read all about it
Read all about it, oh
Oh oh oh
Oh oh oh
Oh oh oh
Oh oh oh
Oh oh oh
Oh oh oh
Yeah, we're all wonderful, wonderful people
So when did we all get so fearful?
Now we're finally finding our voices
So take a chance, come help me sing this
Yeah, we're all wonderful, wonderful people
So when did we all get so fearful?
And now we're finally finding our voices
Just take a chance, come help me sing this
I wanna sing, I wanna shout
I wanna scream 'til the words dry out
So put it in all of the papers
I'm not afraid
They can read all about it
Read all about it, oh
Oh oh oh
Oh oh oh
Oh oh oh
Oh oh oh
Oh oh oh
Oh oh oh
I wanna sing, I wanna shout
I wanna scream 'til the words dry out
So put it in all of the papers
I'm not afraid
They can read all about it
Read all about it, oh
Emeli Sandé's Read All About It Pt. III is a powerful anthem that encourages individuals to find their voice and speak up about the things they believe in. The song begins by acknowledging that the listener has the ability to change the world with their words, but they are hesitant to speak out due to fear of saying the wrong thing. Sandé urges them to take action and not allow their voice to be silenced as they have the power to educate and inspire others to learn their song.
The second verse highlights that everyone has their own unique qualities and characteristics, and there is no need to feel ashamed of them. The listener is encouraged to use their light to fight against the shadows and stop hiding it away. Sandé emphasizes that everyone’s voice matters and that being truthful and taking risks can lead to positive change. Towards the end of the song, Sandé acknowledges that society sometimes makes individuals doubt their worth, and it is essential to break through that fear and find their voices.
Overall, Read All About It Pt. III is a moving song about the power of speaking truth and finding one's voice. It encourages individuals to not be afraid to stand up and speak out about the things that matter to them.
Line by Line Meaning
You've got the words to change a nation
You have the ability to inspire people to create meaningful change in society.
But you're biting your tongue
Despite having powerful ideas and opinions, you're holding back and not expressing them.
You've spent a life time stuck in silence
You have restrained yourself from speaking up for a long time, possibly because of fear or lack of confidence.
Afraid you'll say something wrong
You're hesitant to speak your mind because you worry about making a mistake or offending someone.
If no one ever hears it how we gonna learn your song?
If you don't share your thoughts and ideas with the world, then no one will be able to understand your perspective or learn from your experiences.
You've got a heart as loud as lions
You have immense passion and determination that could rival even the bravest of creatures.
So why let your voice be tamed?
If you have such intense emotions and aspirations, why would you hold back expressing them?
Maybe we're a little different
It's possible that we may not all share the same beliefs or ideas, but that's okay.
There's no need to be ashamed
You should never feel embarrassed or self-conscious about who you are, what you believe, or what you stand for.
You've got the light to fight the shadows
You possess the power to bring hope and positivity to even the darkest situations.
So stop hiding it away
Don't hold back or suppress your inner light; let it shine freely for all to see.
I wanna sing, I wanna shout, I wanna scream 'til the words dry out
I am so passionate about my message that I want to shout it from the rooftops until my voice grows hoarse.
So put it in all of the papers, I'm not afraid
I want my message to be heard far and wide, and I'm not afraid of the potential backlash that may come from sharing it.
They can read all about it
I'm confident that once people start reading about my perspective, they will understand and maybe even support my cause.
At night we're waking up the neighbors while we sing away the blues
We may be causing a bit of a ruckus, but we're doing it to lift each other up and chase away our sadness or worries.
Making sure that we're remembered, yeah, 'cause we all matter too
By expressing ourselves and leaving our mark on the world, we ensure that our lives are remembered and valued, just like everyone else's.
If the truth has been forbidden, then we're breaking all the rules
Sometimes, speaking the truth can be a rebellious act, especially if it goes against the norm or the status quo.
Let's get the TV and the radio to play our tune again
We want our message to reach as many people as possible, so we're pushing for media outlets to give us a platform to share our ideas.
It's 'bout time we got some airplay of our version of events
We want to share our unique perspectives on the events happening around us, instead of just relying on mainstream news sources to tell the story for us.
I will sing with you my friend
I support you and your message, and I will stand by your side as we sing our hearts out together.
Yeah, we're all wonderful, wonderful people
Each and every one of us is unique and special in our own way, and we all have something valuable to contribute to the world.
So when did we all get so fearful?
At some point, we started to become afraid of speaking our minds and sharing our voices with the world.
Now we're finally finding our voices
We're beginning to break free of our fears and speak up for what we believe in.
Just take a chance, come help me sing this
I'm inviting you to join me in expressing ourselves and making our voices heard, even if it feels scary or uncertain at first.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Bucks Music Group
Written by: Adele Emily Sande, Benjamin Alexander Kohn, Peter Kelleher, Iain James, Thomas Andrew Searle Barnes, Stephen Manderson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Izzybee16
WHO’S LISTENING TO THIS MASTERPIECE IN 2024?!!!!
@anushagarg259
Meeeeeeee!!!
@sanjabrankovic1405
Again,again and again❤❤❤
@barbibaxter9303
I still listen ❤been loving this song for over 10 years! I use to day dream about being alcohol free,whether or not that makes any sense or has anything do do with this song. This woman is so inspiring,and makes me feel less alone. Today over 10 years later I still listen with even more emotion, having been blessed with a liver transplant and living a life alcohol free since Feb 2 2020!!!❤❤🙏Some songs just can never be forgotten,and never get old!❤
@yvettestawiarski3700
Moi jadore
@saintandteestv8159
Meeeee
@audreyrtndlovu-xe3qc
2023 and it's still a masterpiece... Don't know how a song can just understand me more than human beings❤️
@nunya7098
surprise surprise a human wrote this song
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❤
@bobritasue
@@user-uu5wo1bn2t Humans will get the truth , this evil corrupt worldwide government needs to vanish , then real humans and nice peoples that eat well can show them how to run a world with morals