James won Ireland's answer to the Mercury (the Choice Music Prize for 'Song of the Year') and saw his debut EP ('Say Hello') remain on the Irish chart for over 6 months. This rise and development in his home market has gained James sell-out headline dates and wider support tours with the likes of Lianne La Havas, Beth Orton, Kodaline and Marina & The Diamonds.
A snapshot of this ascent, 'Live at Whelans' is a selection of new and old songs performed in the stripped-back environment of a rapturously-received hometown show. The first track to be lifted from it, 'Nervous', is a pin-drop account of a one-sided relationship: from that initial fear of your first meeting to the gradual realisation, by the end of the song, that perhaps they were never who you thought they were (and it's best to forget about them).
James released his eagerly-anticipated debut album, ‘Bitter Pill’ on March 11th 2016 – having already gone Top 5, been certified Platinum and winner of Choice Music Prize’s ‘Song of the Year’ in his native Ireland in 2013 and 2016. Following a sold-out London show at KOKO, support across Spotify (Spotlight Artists for 2016), Radio 1, Virgin Radio, Beats 1 and Radio X, Gavin had an extensive UK tour, European tour, US tour and Australian dates, that featured Shepherd’s Bush Empire on October 7th 2016 in London and 3Arena on December 2016 in Dublin. Gavin has over 150 million total streams on Spotify already and live performances on Late Late Show with James Corden, Jimmy Kimmel Live, BBC One Show and C’est A Vous.
Slow
Gavin James Lyrics
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long nights of recreation drenched upon these streets,
no matter what state of mind,
no need to worry,
I'm sure i'll get home fine
why can't we just stay here
listen to the words that I can't say too clear,
well it was so nice of me now but tomorrow
ohh oh oh oh
oh oh oh oh
Something I can't remember
is there anything I should know,
oh oh oh oh
oh oh oh oh
well it was so nice of me now but tomorrow
will be slow
oh oh oh oh
oh oh oh oh
Cause in the morning i don't feel the same
there's something wrong like a fire in the rain
go back to bed and shut my eyes
then dream away the best days of our lives
So, Slow
oh oh oh oh
oh oh oh oh
something I can't remember is there anything I should know
oh oh oh oh
oh oh oh oh
Well it was so nice of me now but tomorrow will be slow
so many things you have to know
so many words i have to say
and if I leave now
will you meet me half way
so slow
oh oh oh oh
oh oh oh oh
ooooohhhhhhh
The song Slow by Gavin James delves into the concept of reminiscing about past memories and feeling the transience of life. The lyrics describe the singer's relationship with a city that holds many memories, particularly those involving late-night exploration and freedom. However, despite the fun he experienced in the city, the singer acknowledges that he cannot stay there forever and must face the mundane reality of everyday life. The chorus repeats the phrase "Slow" to emphasize the feeling of slowness and lack of energy when returning to reality.
The second verse explores the idea of having moments that cannot be remembered, which adds to the feeling of something being lost and the uncertainty of the future. There is a hint of sadness and longing for a time that cannot be regained. The singer also reveals that he does not feel the same in the morning, which suggests that he may suffer from anxiety or depression. The line "there's something wrong like a fire in the rain" symbolizes his feelings of hopelessness and despair.
The final chorus introduces the idea of having unfinished business and wanting to say everything that is on his mind. The singer asks if the other person is willing to meet him halfway, which could mean physically or emotionally. The repetition of the word "slow" at the end of the chorus reinforces the idea that life is limited and that time should be savored.
Overall, the song Slow is an introspective and moving piece that reflects on the fleeting nature of life and the importance of cherishing every moment. The lyrics are complemented by the gentle and melancholic melody, adding to the emotional depth of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
City holds my memories,
The city is a place where all my memories are stored.
long nights of recreation drenched upon these streets,
Many of my nights here were spent having fun and enjoying life to the fullest.
no matter what state of mind,
No matter what emotional state I am in, I feel comfortable here in this city.
no need to worry,
I don't worry about anything when I'm in this city.
I'm sure i'll get home fine
I know I will get home safely from the city.
why can't we just stay here
I wish we could stay in this city forever.
listen to the words that I can't say too clear,
I wish you could understand what I'm trying to say, but it's hard to articulate.
well it was so nice of me now but tomorrow
Today was good, but I'm not looking forward to tomorrow.
will be slow
Tomorrow will be sluggish and uneventful compared to today.
Something I can't remember
There is something about this city that I can't quite remember or put my finger on.
is there anything I should know,
Is there something about this city that I should be aware of?
Cause in the morning i don't feel the same
When I wake up in the morning, I don't feel the same as I did the day before.
there's something wrong like a fire in the rain
There is a problem or feeling of dissatisfaction that persists like a useless flame in the rain.
go back to bed and shut my eyes
I try to ignore my problems by going back to bed and sleeping.
then dream away the best days of our lives
I have dreams where I live out the best moments of my life that were spent in this city.
so many things you have to know
There is so much that I want to convey to you about this city.
so many words i have to say
There are so many things about this city that I need to express.
and if I leave now
If I leave this city now, I would regret not saying everything I need to say.
will you meet me half way
Will you try to understand me if I make an effort to explain everything to you?
so slow
Everything is moving very slowly in this city, especially as compared to the pace of my life outside of it.
ooooohhhhhhh
Undetermined, it could mean anything from a simple expression of feeling to a cry for help or pleading.
Contributed by Christopher E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
maria victóriaヾ
What am I supposed to do without you?
Is it too late to pick the pieces up?
Too soon to let them go?
Do you feel damaged just like I do?
Your face, it makes my body ache
It won't leave me alone
And this feels like drowning
Trouble sleeping
Restless dreaming
You're in my head
Always, always
I just got scared
Away, away
I'd rather choke on my bad decisions
Than just carry them to my grave
You're in my head
Always, always, always
Cracks won't fix and the scars won't fade away
I guess I should get used to this
The left side of my bed's an empty space
I remember we were strangers
So tell me what's the difference
Between then and now
And why does this feel like drowning?
Trouble sleeping
Restless dreaming
You're in my head
Always, always
I just got scared
Away, away
I'd rather choke on my bad decisions
Than just carry them to my grave
You're in my head
Always, always, always
Always, always
You're in my head
Always, always
I just got scared
Away, away
I know there's nothing left to cling to
But I'm still calling out your name
You're in my head
Always, always, always
Always
Always, always, always
maria victóriaヾ
What am I supposed to do without you?
Is it too late to pick the pieces up?
Too soon to let them go?
Do you feel damaged just like I do?
Your face, it makes my body ache
It won't leave me alone
And this feels like drowning
Trouble sleeping
Restless dreaming
You're in my head
Always, always
I just got scared
Away, away
I'd rather choke on my bad decisions
Than just carry them to my grave
You're in my head
Always, always, always
Cracks won't fix and the scars won't fade away
I guess I should get used to this
The left side of my bed's an empty space
I remember we were strangers
So tell me what's the difference
Between then and now
And why does this feel like drowning?
Trouble sleeping
Restless dreaming
You're in my head
Always, always
I just got scared
Away, away
I'd rather choke on my bad decisions
Than just carry them to my grave
You're in my head
Always, always, always
Always, always
You're in my head
Always, always
I just got scared
Away, away
I know there's nothing left to cling to
But I'm still calling out your name
You're in my head
Always, always, always
Always
Always, always, always
Pãozinho Azul
Ficou perfeito 😢❤❤❤❤❤❤
Margarita
Verdade
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Love it
Geisianne Couto
hi, i just came to let you know that i used your audio in my edit and i already put the credits.
timesedgy
I have sent him the "You're in my head, always, always, always <3" and he texted me "cute" 😶<3
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That's sad
Hadil Aiouadj
He doesn’t deserve u 😊
Lisa Erst
My boyfriend posted this song in his instagram story with my name 🤍😩