His debut album "Glue" under the moniker of “Goodtimes Goodtimes” released independently, helped him reach out to a bigger audience and took him on several tours around the US where his alt/country & blues influences matured. At first, this involved fitting in as many gigs as possible in a single night at the Greenwich Village coffee shops, bars and record stores, then graduating to playing seminal venues like Pianos and The Living Room on Ludlow Street, Sidewalk Cafe' and Rockwood Music Hall in Manhattan New York, Third and Lindsley and The Basement in Nashville. Following "Glue", Franc returned to London and signed to Danton Supple's Definition Arts label who release his second album, offcically in Summer 2011.this time..the record is Goodtimes Goodtimes and Franc is playing shows under his own name..either solo or with the help of his band, The Get Up & Go consisting of guitarist Ivor Sims, bassist Russell Grooms and drummer Paul Atkins. After a European tour, he and his band are getting ready for a busy year ahead…
Sweet England
Franc Cinelli Lyrics
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Where roses bloom and fields so green
I left her on a cold October morning
Sailed across the shore to find my peace
Sweet England how I miss her
And memories of all we've shared
Out here it's another kind of place
Call in second grace
Just want to fly fly away take me home
Just want to fly fly away take me home
America thank you kindly for the colours that you bring me
But I must fly, fly away take me home
Sweet England does she know that
She's always with me and in my song
Even though there's an ocean here between us
We'll be together 'fore too long
I have tried many times and
Many ways to fill this hole
But my soul it wont stop yearning
There's just one place for me now to go
Just want to fly fly away take me home
Just want to fly fly away take me home
America thank you kindly for the love that you give me
But I must fly, fly away take me home
La da da la da da
The song "Sweet England" by Franc Cinelli is a poignant ode to the singer's longing for his homeland. The first verse establishes the love and nostalgia he feels for England, with descriptions of the natural beauty and his emotional attachment to it. He then mentions his departure from it in search of peace, which sets the stage for the rest of the song's lyrics. In the second verse, he reminisces about the memories and experiences he shared in England, juxtaposing them with his current state of feeling lost and disconnected in another country. The phrase "call in second grace" suggests a prayer for divine intervention in finding his way home.
The chorus is a simple and direct plea to return home, with the repetition of "just want to fly away take me home" conveying a sense of urgency and desperation. The reference to America is a nod to the country where the singer currently resides but does not feel connected to. He expresses his gratitude for the good things he has found there but ultimately feels that his heart belongs elsewhere. In the final verse, he affirms his love for England, placing it above any physical distance between them. The song's conclusion is a repetition of the opening phrase, suggesting a full circle of longing and a desire for reconnection.
Overall, "Sweet England" is a heartfelt and relatable anthem for anyone who has experienced homesickness, displacement, or the search for a sense of belonging.
Line by Line Meaning
Sweet England where my heart beats
England is where the singer's heart feels most alive.
Where roses bloom and fields so green
England is beautiful and lush.
I left her on a cold October morning
The singer left England in the past.
Sailed across the shore to find my peace
The singer left in search of inner peace elsewhere.
Sweet England how I miss her
The singer has nostalgia for England.
And memories of all we've shared
The singer cherishes the memories made in England.
Out here it's another kind of place
The singer is in a different place now.
I don't know who I am
The singer is feeling lost.
Call in second grace
The singer wishes for a second chance to find peace.
Just want to fly fly away take me home
The singer wants nothing more than to go back to England.
America thank you kindly for the colours that you bring me
The singer is grateful for the experiences in America.
But I must fly, fly away take me home
The singer's heart is set on returning to England.
Sweet England does she know that
Does England know how much the singer loves and misses it?
She's always with me and in my song
England remains with the singer even though they are apart.
Even though there's an ocean here between us
Distance does not diminish the singer's love for England.
We'll be together 'fore too long
The singer believes they will reunite with England soon.
I have tried many times and
The singer has tried many different things.
Many ways to fill this hole
But nothing can fill the void left by England.
But my soul it wont stop yearning
The singer's soul still longs for England.
There's just one place for me now to go
England is the only true home for the singer.
America thank you kindly for the love that you give me
The singer is grateful for the kindness received in America.
La da da la da da
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