Ezra's music is described as deep, bluesy and mournful - particularly in tracks such as "Budapest" - and is peppered with influences from the likes of Bob Dylan and Woody Guthrie. Richard Pitt from BBC Bristol aptly described Ezra as "a young man with the voice of a 50 year old”.
Ezra appeared on the “Introducing...” stage at Glastonbury in 2013 and came fifth in the BBC’s Sound of 2014 poll.
EP releases - 2013 & 2014
Ezra released his debut EP "Did You Hear the Rain?" in October 2013, with his second EP "Cassy O'" being released in March 2014.
First Studio Album - "Wanted on Voyage" (2014)
Ezra’s first studio album “Wanted on Voyage” was released on June 30, 2014. It became the third best selling album in 2014 in the UK.
Second Studio Album - "Staying at Tamara’s" (2018)
Ezra’s second studio album “Staying at Tamara’s ” was released on March 23, 2018. The 11-track album’s title comes from the time he spent in Barcelona writing the album, where he stayed in an apartment owned by a woman called “Tamara.”
Podcast Host
On February 12th, 2018, Ezra launched the first episode of his first podcast, “George Ezra & Friends”. On the podcast, he has interviewed several musicians including Ed Sheeran, Rag’n’Bone Man, Craig David, Hannah Reid of London Grammar and Ben Thatcher of Royal Blood.
On December 17, 2019, he launched his second podcast called “Phone A Friend” with his old friend and schoolmate Ollie MN. On this podcast, he and Ollie chat about life and their issues with mental health, in the hopes of encouraging others to do the same.
Other
Ezra has a 1-inch scar on his forehead after running into a wall while he was a student at BIMM music college in Bristol.
www.georgeezra.com
Spectacular Rival
George Ezra Lyrics
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We're just window shopping
Won't you dance with me?
I'm gonna knock you down
Have you after hours
Too many sherbet dips you'll get licked
If you carry on this way
I'm gonna lay you down
Just call me Mr. Ground, oh
I'm not that kind of man in the day
Won't you hold me steady spectacular rival?
And I've had medicine
Though you're not my friend
I'll love you 'till the end
Either way
Heaven's got a place for me
Your majesty
Why you got it in for me?
Either way
Heaven's got a place for me
Your majesty
Why you got it in for me?
Either way
Heaven's got a place for me
Your majesty
Why you got it in for me?
Either way
Heaven's got a place for me
Your majesty
Why you got it in for me?
The lyrics of George Ezra's song Spectacular Rival convey intense emotions and provide a glimpse into the complex relationship between the singer and the person he addresses as "Your majesty." The song starts off with a violent and aggressive tone, with the singer feeling threatened and ready to fight back. He tells his rival to stop staring at him and offers to dance instead. He then declares his intention to knock the other person down and have them after hours, suggesting a physical encounter. The lyrics become even more brutal with the mention of "beautiful punchbag" and "Mr. Ground," which seem to indicate a willingness to inflict harm.
However, the tone shifts towards the end of the first verse, as the singer reveals a gentler side. He admits that he is not that kind of man in the day and asks his rival to hold him steady. The repetition of the phrase "spectacular rival" echoes this duality of aggression and vulnerability, highlighting the intensity of their connection. The second verse of the song is more introspective, with the singer reflecting on his own mortality and admitting that he has had medicine. He then states that he will love his rival until the end, indicating that his feelings are not entirely hostile. The chorus repeats four times, emphasizing the underlying theme of acceptance and a belief in a higher power.
Line by Line Meaning
Violence in the air, cut those stares
Tension fills the atmosphere so let's stop staring and just go window shopping instead.
We're just window shopping
We're not really meaning to buy anything, just looking around and enjoying each other's company.
Won't you dance with me?
Let's let loose and have some fun dancing together.
I'm gonna knock you down
I'm going to knock you off your feet and make you fall for me.
Have you after hours
I want to spend time with you outside of regular hours, perhaps intimately.
Too many sherbet dips you'll get licked
If you keep indulging too much, you'll suffer the consequences.
If you carry on this way
If you keep going down this path of excess, something bad will happen.
Beautiful punchbag
You're so stunning, it's like I'm getting hit in the face.
I'm gonna lay you down
I want to get intimate with you and bring you to the bed.
Just call me Mr. Ground, oh
I'm going to make you fall for me and leave you speechless.
I'm not that kind of man in the day
I may have wild desires, but I keep them in check during the daytime.
Won't you hold me steady spectacular rival?
Can you help ground me and be my stable and amazing competition?
And I've had medicine
I've had some substances, which are elevating my feelings towards you.
Though you're not my friend
We may not know each other well or be close friends, but I'm attracted to you nonetheless.
I'll love you 'till the end
I have strong feelings for you and will continue to love you forever.
Either way
Heaven's got a place for me
Your majesty
Why you got it in for me?
No matter what happens, I believe I have a place in the world, and I question why this person in power has a problem with me.
Either way
Heaven's got a place for me
Your majesty
Why you got it in for me?
No matter what happens, I believe I have a place in the world, and I question why this person in power has a problem with me.
Either way
Heaven's got a place for me
Your majesty
Why you got it in for me?
No matter what happens, I believe I have a place in the world, and I question why this person in power has a problem with me.
Either way
Heaven's got a place for me
Your majesty
Why you got it in for me?
No matter what happens, I believe I have a place in the world, and I question why this person in power has a problem with me.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: GEORGE BARNETT, JOEL LASLETT POTT
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Resident-biohazard
Violence in the air, clocked out stares
We're just window-shopping
Won't you dance with me
I'm gonna knock you down
Have you afterhours
To many sherbert dips
You'll get licked if you carry on this way
Beautiful punch bag
I'm gonna lay you down
Just call me Mr. Brown
I'm not that kind of man in the day
Won't you hold me steady
Spectacular rival
I've had my medicine
Although you're not my friend
I'll love you to the end
Either way, heavens got a place for me
Your majesty, why you got it in for me
Either way, heavens got a place for me
Your majesty, why you got it in for me
Either way, heavens got a place for me
Your majesty, why got it in for me
Either way, heavens got a place for me
Your majesty, why you got it in for me
@alexandramali4385
It’s one of my fav songs. I don’t get why it’s not so popular. It’s a masterpiece!
@Charliecfc15
Agreee
@lostlucc_1545
Love to you George hope your keeping well. Your voice has always been a pleasure to listen to ✨🖤
@ianisxaves9599
I just love George's darker songs and this is no exception
@yaraf6353
The kinda song people are gonna regret not hearing earlier 🙌
@arceus.2256
for real.
@ilvenia_
Agreed
@yaraf6353
I love this song.. makes me feel like a villain
@veronicalangton-guest9615
This is a bond track either good or bad😮
@sharonpeppers3341
#GeorgeEzra have listened from start to finish. This is one of the best albums I have ever listened to. A real jewel of a record. You write fantastic songs, George.