Like it Like That Sebastian's 5th studio album was released on 23 October 2009. There are presently two singles released which are #1 ranked Like it Like That 2 x platinum and #8 ranked Art of Love (Feat. Jordin Sparks) Gold. Penning all tracks on this album, Sebastian's songwriting skills are as strong as his rich soulful voice which are influenced by the genres of soul, Rhythm and Blues and Pop. John Mayer plays on and provides backing vocals on three tracks with a guitar solo on the track Fail to Mention.
Early in 2007, Sebastian travelled to the home of blues, roots and soul - Memphis, Tennessee - to record his fourth album The Memphis Album. The record that took Sebastian back to his roots features legendary guitarist Steve Cropper (of Booker T & The MG’s). Cropper, who co-wrote Otis Redding's soul classic "Dock of The Bay" among other classic Stax/Volt hits played on and produced the album as well as traveling to Australia in 2008 to tour "The Memphis Album' and he brought the MG's with him. Of Guy’s soulful voice Cropper enthuses, “Guy is one of the best singers I’ve ever worked with. He's the voice that we've been looking for.” Two tracks off the album are I've Been Loving You Too long (an Otis Redding classic) and Take Me To The River (an Al Green classic),
Discography
2009 Like it Like That
2007 The Memphis Album
2006 Closer to the Sun
2004 Beautiful Life
2003 Just As I Am
Early Life and becoming inaugural Australian Idol Winner in 2003
Guy Sebastian was born in Klang, Malaysia to a Sri Lankan and Portugese father from Malaysia, and a mother of Portuguese and Irish/Scot descent who had been born and raised in India. He moved to Adelaide, South Australia as a child. Sebastian has never had any formal voice training but was influenced by artists such as Stevie Wonder, Prince, Brian McKnight, Otis Redding and Al Green.
After giving up University studies in medical radiation to concentrate on music, and while working as a recording engineer and a singing teacher, he decided to enter Australian Idol establishing a fanbase and winning praise from the judges, who also made reference to his afro hairstyle, which became a focal part of his image at that time. The Grande final of Australian Idol which was held in Sydney, Australia was the most popular program broadcast in Australia during 2003 and the second most popular non-sporting broadcast in Australian television history.
During the competition is became clear that Sebastian was as an accomplished musician (drums, keyboard, guitar and even a little violin), who created his own arrangements for his songs and that, together with his unique soulful voice and innate rhythm, drew many fans.
Official Website: www.guysebastian.com.au
More information on: Guy Sebastian Wikipedia
Art Of Love
Guy Sebastian Lyrics
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Though we don't mean to take our love for granted
It's in our nature to forget what matters
How when the going is getting tough
And we're all about giving up
Things that we never thought we'd gonna say, gonna say them
Things that we never thought we'd play, gonna play them
It ain't perfect, but it's worth it
It's gonna take some time to get it right
'Cause I'm still learning the art of love
I'm still trying to not mess up
So whenever I stumble let me know
You need to spell it out
You need to spell it out
You need to spell it out
You need to spell it out for me
Cause I'm still trying to learn the art of love
If I forget to get the door
Remind you that you're beautiful
I know my detail requires more attention
If I ever hurt you it's not my intention
'Cause we're gonna make our mistakes
Find out how much your heart can take
But I know that you got my back
And baby I got yours
'Cause I'm still learning the art of love
I'm still trying to not mess up
So whenever I stumble let me know
You need to spell it out
You need to spell it out
You need to spell it out
You need to spell it out for me
'Cause I'm still trying to learn the art of love
Sometimes I'm gonna miss
I'm still learning how to give
I'm not giving up
I'm still learning how to love
Learning how to love'
Learning how to love
'Cause I'm still learning the art of love
I'm still trying to not mess up
So whenever I stumble let me know
You need to spell it out
You need to spell it out
You need to spell it out
You need to spell it out for me
'Cause I'm still trying to learn the art of love
(The art of love)
Still learning (art of love)
Still learning (art of love)
Still learning (art of love)
Still trying to learn the art of love
Still learning, I'm still learning (art of love)
Still learning (art of love)
I'm gonna get it sometimes, cause I'm still learning
Still learning (art of love)
Still learning (art of love)
Still learning (art of love)
The art art of love
In this song, Guy Sebastian depicts the humility and the vulnerability of someone who is honest in admitting that they have not yet mastered the art of love. He begins by saying he is sorry in advance since life can be unpredictable, and love is not always perfect. Even when we do not intend to take our relationships for granted, we sometimes forget what is essential, especially when we are facing difficulties that lead us to consider giving up. We may end up saying things we thought we would not say and doing things we never planned to do; hence apologies become imperative.
Sebastian recognizes that despite his flaws and ongoing challenges in love, perfection is not the goal, but the relationship's worth is. He knows that he still has a lot to learn, and so he pleads with his partner to speak up and spell out what they need because it is easy to miss important details. Even if there are setbacks and disappointments ahead as they learn how much their hearts can take, Sebastian is confident that he and his partner have each other's backs. He acknowledges that learning how to love takes time, but he is not giving up, and he will keep trying to improve the art of love.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm saying sorry in advance cos this won't always go to plan
Apologizing ahead of time because this relationship may not always work out perfectly
Though we don't mean to take our love for granted
Acknowledging that sometimes we forget to appreciate each other and our love
It's in our nature to forget what matters
Recognizing that humans tend to overlook important things and take them for granted
How when the going is getting tough
Referring to the challenging times in a relationship
And we're all about giving up
Describing the feeling of wanting to quit or give up on the relationship
Things that we never thought we'd gonna say, gonna say them
Realizing that in a relationship, you may say or do things that you never thought you'd do
Things that we never thought we'd play, gonna play them
Acknowledging that in a relationship, you may find yourself in situations that you never thought you'd be involved in
It ain't perfect, but it's worth it
Accepting that the relationship is not flawless but still valuable
And it's always getting better
Believing that the relationship is improving over time
It's gonna take some time to get it right
Understanding that building a successful relationship takes time and effort
'Cause I'm still learning the art of love
Admitting that the singer is still figuring out how to be successful in a relationship
I'm still trying to not mess up
Attempting to avoid making mistakes in the relationship
So whenever I stumble let me know
Asking the partner to communicate when mistakes are made
You need to spell it out
Telling the partner to be clear about what they need or want in the relationship
If I forget to get the door
Acknowledging that the singer may overlook small details that are important to the partner
Remind you that you're beautiful
Asking the partner to remind the artist to show affection and appreciation
I know my detail requires more attention
Recognizing that the artist needs to focus on the details that are important to the partner
If I ever hurt you it's not my intention
Assuring the partner that the singer never intends to cause harm or pain
'Cause we're gonna make our mistakes
Understanding that mistakes will be made in the relationship
Find out how much your heart can take
Learning about the partner's needs and boundaries
But I know that you got my back
Believing that the partner is supportive and has the artist's best interests at heart
And baby I got yours
Assuring the partner that the artist is there for them as well
Sometimes I'm gonna miss
Acknowledging that the singer may make mistakes in the relationship
I'm still learning how to give
Understanding that the artist needs to work on giving more to the relationship
I'm not giving up
Refusing to give up on the relationship
The art art of love
Referring to the idea that maintaining a successful relationship is a skill that needs to be learned and practiced
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ADAM REILY, GUY THEODORE SEBASTIAN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@gurleenmajor3153
Its February 2024, who's still listening to this masterpiece? ❤❤
@brookejones352
Who's still learning the art of love in 2024
@awkwardkiddo9369
Amazing song and amazing duet. Too bad this song is so underrated.
@waiskuxx
It wasn't that Underrated it honestly played 24/7 on radio, supermarket stores etc. In Australia & New Zealand and It still plays a lot these days.
@karenbeatty4245
I love it I love this duet
@jaybreezy5391
It's 2022 now and I'm still here♥♥ This song will never get old..
@somyALG
Same for me 🤣
@Mr_Funni
I'm in 2023
@namukalemanda5598
2023 and I'm here to appreciate beautiful beautiful art! Gosh... goosebumps 🔥🔥🔥🔥💖
@hannahmindested8787
This is what we call good music. Who is with me 2019🎶🎶💕💕