1) Alasdair David George Mur… Read Full Bio ↴There are 2 artists with the same name:
1) Alasdair David George Murray (born 6 September 1986), better known by his stage name Illy, is a recording artist from Frankston in Melbourne, Australia. Before his solo career, Illy was a member of Crooked Eye, but opted to leave the group. He released his first solo album in 2009, entitled Long Story Short, and has released four more albums. His second The Chase, was nominated for an ARIA award while his third Bring It Back won. Furthermore, in 2013 he released an album titled Cinematic and in 2016 he released an album titled Two Degrees. He has toured internationally both as headliner and as support to the Hilltop Hoods in 2014 world tour in Europe.
2) Illy Gouveia (born 1987) better known by her stage name, Illy, is a singer initially from Salvador, Brazil, is among the 20 Brazilian artists who will "bomb" in 2019. The statement is from Google Play Music, which, in order to reach this result, analyzed data on the number of performances by songs on your streaming platform, YouTube previews, Google search and presence on social networks.
On & on
Illy Lyrics
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Here we go
Yeah, life's a song it plays once through, true
So I keep my best days in my front view
Cause sure thing one day I'll be gone
But I don't want to live forever nah, I don't need that long
Look I just need like 15 minutes and a chance
Cause I don't wanna think man, I just wanna dance
With a full house rocking out singing our jams while
The beat goes on and on
And it plays and it plays and its gone
and it goes around, comes back around, it's been around but it goes
On and on so it plays, and it plays and it's gone
And it's all good, until that comes the beat goes on and on
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Yeah, life's a song, so I write mine with love
And I write mine with truth til the life out my lungs
How they say youth is wasted on the young when our minds like bullets
Rounds rolling off the tongue
Hearts beating like you'd think it was the drum, so full of sweet melodies
We'll sleep when we're done, taking each ray of sunshine
Save it for when rainy days come, cause them rainy days will come
But for each one
On and on hey wooaaah wooaah hey wooaah wooaaah x2
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Yeah, life's a song it ain't a run one forever
And the best parts in it are the ones sung together
So look, I don't wanna be alone, so play it through the speakers
You can keep your headphones
Shit I just wanna go, but you can come too
You can share my view, we can sing the same tune
All roads lead to somewhere, life's like musice
For each new direction you move in, never lose your roots
Cause its not what's now, it's what lasts
It's less about the outcome, more about the path
Cause life passes, blink hard, you missed parts
So look em in the eye and you speak from the heart
You're never what you aren't
No point tryna swap your voice for anothers
Laugh loud, love lots and dance like nobody's there to watch
Cause one day the song'll stop like...
But til then
The lyrics of Illy's song "On & On" remind us that life is a song that only plays once. The artist reflects on how he wants to make the most out of his time, enjoying every moment with his friends, love, and a drink in his hand. He wants to make every day count and not worry about living forever. Instead, he wants to dance, sing and have fun. The beat of the song goes on and on, and it will come back again, and all is good until it stops.
Illy then explains how he writes his songs with love and truth, making the most out of his youthful years that roll off his tongue like bullets. He wants to live each day as if it is his last, taking in every moment, every ray of sunshine, and saving them for the rainy days that will surely come. For each of those rainy days, he wants to make the best out of it and turn them around. He encourages everyone to do the same because life is like a song that doesn't run forever.
The artist finishes by explaining that life is more beautiful when shared with others. The best times in life are the ones spent with the people we care about, singing and playing music together. Life is not just about the destination, but the journey we take there. We should never forget where we came from and always stay true to ourselves. Finally, Illy reminds us to enjoy life, to laugh loud, love lots and dance like nobody's watching.
Line by Line Meaning
Here we go
Starting a new chapter of my life
Yeah, life's a song it plays once through, true
Life is a unique opportunity
So I keep my best days in my front view
I focus on the positive moments of my life
Cause sure thing one day I'll be gone
I am aware that life is finite
But I don't want to live forever nah, I don't need that long
I don't crave immortality
Look I just need like 15 minutes and a chance
I seize opportunity and live in the moment
Cause I don't wanna think man, I just wanna dance
I use dance as a way to disconnect from my thoughts and live freely
With my friends, with my love, with a drink in my hand
I find joy in spending time with loved ones and having a good time
With a full house rocking out singing our jams while
I enjoy the company of people while listening to good music
The beat goes on and on
Life goes on endlessly
And it plays and it plays and its gone
Life is fleeting
and it goes around, comes back around, it's been around but it goes
Life is cyclical
On and on so it plays, and it plays and it's gone
Life continues
And it's all good, until that comes the beat goes on and on
Life goes on despite challenges
Yeah, life's a song, so I write mine with love
I approach life with love and positivity
And I write mine with truth til the life out my lungs
I value living honestly
How they say youth is wasted on the young when our minds like bullets
I don't believe in wasting youth and living recklessly
Rounds rolling off the tongue
I express myself with ease
Hearts beating like you'd think it was the drum, so full of sweet melodies
I appreciate the beauty of life
We'll sleep when we're done, taking each ray of sunshine
I am always looking for the bright side of things
Save it for when rainy days come, cause them rainy days will come
I prepare for tough times by holding onto the good ones
On and on hey wooaaah wooaah hey wooaah wooaah x2
Life goes on
Yeah, life's a song it ain't a run one forever
Life is not a marathon
And the best parts in it are the ones sung together
I value human connection
So look, I don't wanna be alone, so play it through the speakers
I seek companionship and communal experiences
You can keep your headphones
I don't want to isolate myself
Shit I just wanna go, but you can come too
I am open to new experiences
You can share my view, we can sing the same tune
I find joy in sharing experiences with others
All roads lead to somewhere, life's like musice
Life is a journey
For each new direction you move in, never lose your roots
I value staying true to myself
Cause its not what's now, it's what lasts
I focus on what will endure
It's less about the outcome, more about the path
I value the process over the result
Cause life passes, blink hard, you missed parts
Life is short and can pass by quickly
So look em in the eye and you speak from the heart
I advocate for authentic communication
You're never what you aren't
I value being genuine and true to oneself
No point tryna swap your voice for anothers
I don't feel the need to imitate others
Laugh loud, love lots and dance like nobody's there to watch
I prioritize enjoying life and living fully
Cause one day the song'll stop like...
Life will come to an end
But til then
Until then I will keep living and enjoying life
Writer(s): Jan Joseph Skubiszewski, Alasdair David George Murray
Contributed by Reagan A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@ramblingrose6604
This will always be one of your best songs!!!!
@rorydeanschneider586
It’s astonishing to me that this song doesn’t have a couple million views .. I used to watch it every single morning to pick me up , now I revisit it occasionally. Love it. Thanks bruhhhh 😎🤙
@CascadeTwelve
This is phenomenal. Recently found your music and you've got a great sound and awesome lyrics. If you're ever in Canada I'll be sure to come to your show, but for now keep on making great music!
@ann-mariebullock8924
Love love LOVE this song - On repeat all. day. long.
@simonhernandez164
this song just gives me such a good feeling. perfect for the memories
@user-nm6xp4bu7c
Simon Hernandez completely agree
@amandalett6908
voice of our generation. love you illy <3 thankyou for the music.
@estelleleblanc9777
I'm obsessed with this song after seeing you live 😍😍😍😍😍 in Banff ❤❤ your amazing Illy
@sissydostal
LOVE this song, and love illy.
@Rakki156
Hip-hop didn't die; it simply packed up and moved to Australia.