1) Frances is a… Read Full Bio ↴There's more than one artist by the name of Frances.
1) Frances is a singer/songwriter from Liverpool whose debut single 'Coming Up For Air' has been picked up by BBC Introducing and playlisted for radio airplay. She's drawn comparisons to the likes of London Grammar, Coldplay and Laura Welsh.
Her official single "Fire My Save You" was released by french label Kitsuné in September 2014.
Facebook - www.facebook.com/OfficialFrances
Soundcloud - www.soundcloud.com/Frances_Music-1
2) "Think about the Brian Wilsons of the world, the Neutral Milk Hotels, the Captain
Beefhearts…It would be presumptuous to make such a bold statement about Paul
Hogan, who’s the mastermind behind Frances, but it doesn’t seem too far off, either. A frighteningly talented songwriter and multi-instrumentalist… he’s the kind of musical mind you don’t want to doubt." – The L Magazine
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Cloud 9
Frances Lyrics
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It's a long way, a long way down
Safe in the sky, lost in your eyes
But it's a long way, a long way down
Don't let me fall
If you're not in love
And if you're leaving this behind
Just don't break this heart of mine
'Cause you keep lifting me up
And lifting me up
Now you've built me up this high
Please, don't leave me on
Leave me on cloud nine
If the promises made ever should fade
It'd be a long way, a long way down
Foundations are laid but I'm so afraid
That I'd never replace what we found
Don't we have it all?
If you're not in love
Just pretend it's enough
And if you're leaving this behind
Just don't break this heart of mine
You can lifting me up
And lifting me up
Now you've built me up this high
Please, don't leave me on
Leave me on cloud nine
You pulled me out of the darkness
To leave me now would be heartless
'Cause I'm higher than I've ever been with you
Think about all that we've been through
I hope you don't have it in you
'Cause you give me strength with everything you do
If you're not in love
Just pretend it's enough
And if you're leaving this behind
Just don't break this heart of mine
You keep lifting me up
And lifting me up
Now you've built me up this high
Please, don't leave me on
Leave me on cloud nine
In "Cloud 9" by Frances, the lyrics explore the emotional vulnerability and fear of losing someone who has brought immense happiness and fulfillment into the singer's life. The opening lines, "I've climbed so high since you were mine, It's a long way, a long way down," depict the sense of joy and elevation the singer experiences as a result of being with this person. They feel safe and protected, lost in their partner's eyes, but also acknowledge the potential for a devastating fall from grace.
The lyrics further communicate the singer's desperation and plea for their partner to stay. They express the idea that even if their partner doesn't truly love them, they should pretend that what they have is enough. Leaving would break the singer's heart, as the person has become their source of strength and elevation, symbolized by being lifted up to the metaphorical "cloud nine." The fear of losing everything they've built together, the promises and foundations, weighs heavily on the singer's mind.
Throughout the song, there is a feeling of apprehension and uncertainty. The singer acknowledges the possibility that the promises made may fade, but they are scared of not being able to replace the love they have found. The bridge emphasizes the impact the partner has had on the singer's life, pulling them out of darkness and giving them strength. The plea to not leave encompasses the need for the partner to acknowledge the depth of their connection and the transformative power of their love.
Overall, "Cloud 9" delves into the emotional complexities of a relationship built on love, fear, and reliance. It expresses the desire to preserve and protect what has been found, while also acknowledging the potential for heartache and loss.
Line by Line Meaning
I've climbed so high since you were mine
I have experienced significant personal growth and happiness since the time we were together.
It's a long way, a long way down
The potential descent from this emotional high would be extremely difficult and painful.
Safe in the sky, lost in your eyes
Feeling secure and content, immersed in the love and affection you provide.
But it's a long way, a long way down
However, falling from this emotional state would be a challenging and arduous process.
Don't let me fall
Please do not allow me to descend into emotional turmoil and despair.
If you're not in love
If your feelings for me have changed and you no longer love me.
Just pretend it's enough
Simply pretend that our relationship is still fulfilling and satisfying, even if it may not be.
And if you're leaving this behind
In the event that you are deciding to move on from our relationship.
Just don't break this heart of mine
Please be gentle with my emotions and do not cause me emotional pain and heartbreak.
'Cause you keep lifting me up
Because your love and support consistently elevate and inspire me.
Now you've built me up this high
You have played a significant role in my emotional growth and happiness.
Please, don't leave me on
I implore you not to abandon me in this elevated state.
Leave me on cloud nine
Do not let me descend from this state of ultimate joy and contentment.
If the promises made ever should fade
If the commitments and assurances we made to each other lose their significance over time.
It'd be a long way, a long way down
The emotional descent would be challenging and difficult if our promises lose their strength.
Foundations are laid but I'm so afraid
Although the groundwork for a stable relationship is established, I feel anxious and fearful.
That I'd never replace what we found
I worry that I will never find another connection as special and profound as ours.
Don't we have it all?
Don't we possess everything we need for a fulfilling and complete relationship?
You pulled me out of the darkness
You rescued me from a state of emotional despair and sadness.
To leave me now would be heartless
To abandon me in my current state of vulnerability and reliance would be cruel and unfeeling.
'Cause I'm higher than I've ever been with you
I am experiencing an emotional high that surpasses anything I have felt before, solely because of you.
Think about all that we've been through
Reflect on the significant and meaningful experiences we have shared together.
I hope you don't have it in you
I sincerely hope that you are not capable of abandoning me and breaking my heart.
'Cause you give me strength with everything you do
Through your actions and presence, you provide me with the courage and fortitude to face any challenge.
You keep lifting me up
Continuously elevating my spirits and enhancing my emotional well-being.
Now you've built me up this high
As a result of your influence, I have reached an elevated emotional state that I had not experienced before.
Please, don't leave me on
I sincerely request that you do not abandon me in this heightened emotional state.
Leave me on cloud nine
Please do not let me descend from this state of unparalleled happiness and contentment.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: SOPHIE FRANCES COOKE, JAMES JOHN NAPIER
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