As a child, Gracie sang in the Ealing Abbey Choir and started writing songs at the age of 14. Gracie signed a record deal with Virgin EMI Records in 2016 and released his self-titled debut album in 2018.
Last Words
Isaac Gracie Lyrics
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Cocaine in your eyes and bullets in your gun
'N' blood in your nails is scratching for the faith
With a noose 'round your neck and a needle in your vein
Ooh, and you say
How did I get here and can I get back
I thought I was having fun, but no
Always looking for the one
Well, you don't thank fuck that you got it all
Now your friends have left you and you're on your own
And the woman in your life wasn't quite enough
So, you let her go and leave you and it broke your heart
Ooh, and you say
How did I get here and can I get back
I thought I was having fun, but no
I was just looking for the one
Always looking for the one
Well, your mind is empty and your heart is cold
And your last routines are getting old
Now, people seeing through your web of lies
And they're fucking the demons that pour inside
Ooh, and you say
How did I get here and can I get back
I thought I was having fun, but no
I was just looking for the one
Always looking for the one
Careful what you wish for from the steady life
If you want too much you might lose your mind
If you only want the woman you saw on TV
Then your eyes are open but you just can't see
Ooh, and you say
How did you get here and will you get back
I thought we were having fun, but no
We were just looking for the one
Always, looking for the one
How did I get here and can I get back
I thought I was having fun, but no
I was just looking for the one
Always, looking for you
In Isaac Gracie's song Last Words, the singer paints a vivid picture of a person who has succumbed to the darkness that comes with the excessive search for pleasure, without any concern for morality. The person's energy is drained, and the fever is rising; the coke in their eyes and the guns in their possession describes their hedonistic lifestyle that drives them to the edge. The nails that bleed while scratching the wall for the faith illustrate the struggle to hold on to reality, while a noose is hanging around their neck, and a needle is in their vein as they fear losing anything that could satisfy their cravings. They wonder how they got to this point and wonder if it is possible to get back to where they used to be. They thought they were having fun and enjoying life, but it turns out, they were only looking for the one thing that will make them feel alive.
The second stanza talks about how the person's excessive lifestyle has left them alone, with no one to turn to, as their friends have left them behind. They had a woman in their life, but that wasn't enough, and they let her go, and it broke their heart. Their mind is empty, their heart is cold, and their routines have gotten old. People can see through the facade of lies the person has created as the demons inside them take over.
In the final verse, the singer warns of the danger of wishing for the wrong things in life. Wanting too much can lead you down a path of destruction, and if you fixate on something that never materializes, you can lose your mind. The person looking for the one thing on TV is an example of this. They have their eyes open, but they can't see what's right in front of them.
Line by Line Meaning
Fever rising in the setting sun
Your reckless and impulsive behavior is catching up to you and causing problems.
Cocaine in your eyes and bullets in your gun
Your addiction and violent tendencies are fueling your destructive behavior.
'N' blood in your nails is scratching for the faith
You are desperately trying to hold onto something to believe in, but your behavior is working against you.
With a noose 'round your neck and a needle in your vein
You are self-destructive and putting yourself in danger through your actions.
Well, you don't thank fuck that you got it all
You should be grateful for what you have, but your behavior is causing you to lose everything.
Now your friends have left you and you're on your own
Your actions have caused you to push away those who care about you, leaving you alone.
And the woman in your life wasn't quite enough
You expected to find fulfillment in a relationship, but it wasn't enough to satisfy you.
So, you let her go and leave you and it broke your heart
You made the decision to end the relationship, but it still hurt you deeply.
Well, your mind is empty and your heart is cold
Your behavior has left you feeling empty and disconnected from your emotions.
And your last routines are getting old
Your destructive behavior is becoming repetitive and boring, but you can't seem to stop.
Now, people seeing through your web of lies
Those around you are starting to see past your façade and realize the truth about your behavior.
And they're fucking the demons that pour inside
Others are taking advantage of your vulnerability and using it against you.
Careful what you wish for from the steady life
Be careful what you wish for because your impulsive desires can lead to destructive outcomes in the long run.
If you want too much you might lose your mind
Your insatiable desires are driving you to the brink of insanity.
If you only want the woman you saw on TV
Your unrealistic expectations for a relationship are preventing you from finding happiness and fulfillment in real life.
Then your eyes are open but you just can't see
You are looking for love in all the wrong places and it's preventing you from seeing the truth about yourself.
How did I get here and can I get back
You are starting to realize the consequences of your actions and wondering if it's too late to change.
I thought I was having fun, but no
You thought your destructive behavior was enjoyable, but now you see the damage it has caused.
I was just looking for the one
You were searching for something to fill the void inside you, but you were looking in the wrong places.
Always looking for the one
Your constant search for fulfillment and happiness is driving you to make destructive decisions and hurting those around you.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Isaac Gracie
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David Plante
I love that there is a new generation of singer songwriters taking music back to the purity of the 60's and 70's and putting their mark on it. Isaac Gracie, Tom Odell, Ben Howard, Passenger, Jake Bugg, George Gracie, Sawyer Fredricks, James Bay just to name a few . I hope the world embraces this wonderfully organic sound and allows it to flourish. Very refreshing change from all the over produced synthesized overdubbed and over mixed pop that we have grown to love and hate at the same time. Don't get me wrong. I enjoy all music but given my choice, I like the sound of a voice and guitar just putting it out there., clean and simple. I look forward to listening to more of Isaac' music he is so refreshing!!!
Ashiqur Rohman
Also listen to Great Lake Swimmers. One heck of a band. And Patrick Watson as well.
Sahil Verma
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pinkette
I hope all y'all are enjoying James Bay's live guitar lessons on ig stories
Harrison Turner
Throw Hozier in there too
Carlotta Oliaro
I'm so in love with Isaac's music, it warms my soul
Errol Dcosta
Still so crazy to think this song is over two years old now.
Zahra
I’ve been listening to your music literally every single day 🥺❤️ and I’m so thankful for every song you made
Zalomé Ztudios
Never get tired of your videos. I always leave feeling a little bit better and a little more inspired to make some music. Thank you!
Rahul Loves'The Payne
Oh the lyrics, and he is so beautiful, oh his voice, so pure.