In 1977, Friday was a founder of Virgin Prunes (legendary avant-garde post-punk group). 1987-2005 he composed & performed with, musical partner, Maurice Seezer. He released his 4th solo album CATHOLIC in April 2011.
Gavin Friday & The Man Seezer albums (with Maurice), inc: "Each Man Kills The Thing He Loves" (1989), "Adam 'N' Eve" (1992) & "Shag Tobacco" (1995).
Film scores & soundtracks include Get Rich or Die Tryin', In America, In the Name of the Father, The Boxer, Disco Pigs, Short Cuts and Romeo + Juliet. Gavin worked with producer Hal Willner on the music for director Abel Ferrera's movie Chelsea on the Rocks (2008). He has also collaborated with the English composer Gavin Bryars, setting Shakespeare's sonnets to music.
Stage Shows include the Kurt Weill Extravaganza Ich Liebe Dich, the one man show I didn't come up the Liffey in a bubble and Gavin's tribute to German music, Tomorrow belongs to me.
Gavin Friday played the character Billy Hatchet in Neil Jordan's film Breakfast in Pluto (2006). He recorded three songs for the film, two of which are featured on the soundtrack album: 'Sand' and 'Wig Wam Bam'.
Sites: Discogs, YouTube and Official Site
Lord I'm Coming
Gavin Friday Lyrics
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Lord I’m comin’…
I think I sold my soul to what to who I still don’t know
My world is broken, my world is broken
And all the big mistakes who knows who’s right who cares who wrong
Lord I’m comin’… Oh Lord I’m comin’
I never knew the sound the sound of fear till I hit the ground
And I’m dying… Lord I’m dying
And I miss you… you know I miss you…
I think I fell in love but now the hurt the hurt is gone
And I’m homeless… Lord I’m homeless
I don’t know how to feel I don’t know what to say or do
And I’m coming… Lord I’m coming…
A whisper in my ear… all the things disappear…
I think I fell in love but now I know I’ve forgotten how
Lord I’m coming… Lord I’m coming
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The lyrics of Gavin Friday's song "Lord I'm Coming" convey a sense of emotional turmoil and confusion in the singer's life. The first two lines suggest that the singer has fallen in love, but the feeling has left them like a "drunken drug" and they are left feeling lost and broken. The repetition of "Lord I'm comin'" throughout the song can be interpreted as a cry for help or a plea for guidance as the singer faces uncertainty and pain.
Further on, there is a sense that the singer has made some major mistakes, but at this point, they are unsure who was right or wrong. The line "I never knew the sound the sound of fear till I hit the ground" suggests that the singer has experienced a traumatic event that has left them feeling scared and vulnerable. The mention of missing someone's "talk" and "smile" indicates that the singer may have lost a loved one or has separated from someone important in their life.
The second half of the song continues with the same sense of uncertainty and lostness, with the singer describing themselves as "homeless" and unsure of how to feel or what to do. The final line about "forgetting how" suggests that the singer may have lost touch with who they are or what they truly want in life.
Overall, "Lord I'm Coming" is a song that captures the raw emotions of pain and confusion that come with major life changes or traumatic experiences. It is a reminder that even when we feel lost or broken, there is always hope and a chance for renewal if we reach out for help and guidance.
Line by Line Meaning
I think I fell in love you smile alone like a drunken drug has gone and left me
I feel that I've fallen in love with your smile alone, as powerful as a drug that has now abandoned me.
Lord I’m comin’…
I am seeking guidance and support from the Lord.
I think I sold my soul to what to who I still don’t know
I have made some poor decisions and sacrificed my morals without knowing the full cost or recipient.
My world is broken, my world is broken
I am feeling lost and hopeless in a shattered world.
And all the big mistakes who knows who’s right who cares who wrong
I'm questioning the validity of my actions and who holds responsibility for the consequences.
Oh Lord I’m comin’…
I am reaching out to the Lord for redemption and guidance.
I never knew the sound the sound of fear till I hit the ground
I was unaware of the intensity of fear until I was faced with a life-threatening situation.
And I’m dying… Lord I’m dying
I am experiencing the agony of dying physically or emotionally.
The little things in life the way you talk the way you smile
I miss the small yet significant aspects of life, such as the way you talk and smile.
And I miss you… you know I miss you…
I am filled with longing and heartache for someone I miss dearly.
I think I fell in love but now the hurt the hurt is gone
I believed I was in love, but the pain has vanished, leaving me feeling empty.
And I’m homeless… Lord I’m homeless
I am devoid of a sense of belonging or purpose, feeling lost and without a home.
I don’t know how to feel I don’t know what to say or do
I am struggling with my emotions and am unsure how to respond or act.
And I’m coming… Lord I’m coming…
I am coming to find solace and comfort in the Lord's guidance.
A whisper in my ear… all the things disappear…
I am comforted by a gentle voice, and with its encouragement, all my troubles dissipate.
I think I fell in love but now I know I’ve forgotten how
I thought I was in love, but now I realize I don't remember how that feels or what it means.
Lord I’m coming… Lord I’m coming
I am seeking refuge and faith in the Lord, and I will continue to reach out to Him.
Writer(s): John Niall Macken, Gavin Friday
Contributed by Aaron T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.