Waddington's singing career began as a chorister at Chichester Cathedral, during which time he also attended The Prebendal School. He went on to become Head Chorister of the cathedral choir.[1] In 2012, he won the BBC Radio 2 Chorister of the Year competition, leading to an appearance on Songs of Praise.
On 25 April 2015, Waddington's audition for the ninth series of Britain's Got Talent was broadcast on ITV. The cover of "She's Always a Woman" by Billy Joel, was met with 'four yeses' from the judge panel and received a generally positive response from the press.
Waddington was chosen to go through to the live semi-finals of the competition, performing on the fourth night (28 May). His rendition of Bonnie Raitt's song, "I Can't Make You Love Me" resulted in a standing ovation throughout the stadium. He won the semi-final, going through to the finals. Following his success in the semi-final, Waddington's odds for winning the finals were slashed by betting agencies, with Ladbrokes putting his chances on 9/1. Isaac was unaware of this the whole time.
For the finals, on 31 May, Waddington sang his audition piece, She's Always a Woman, again. It garnered another positive reaction. Head judge Simon Cowell commented on how "little changes" had made a big difference, developing his performance since his initial appearance. Despite finishing fifth overall, with 9.7% of the public vote, he was signed by Cowell's label, Syco, within a week.
To The Moon
Isaac Waddington Lyrics
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Mean nobody will help you, even face to face
Drop something on the floor, pick it up yourself
All these pressures at the door, how's my mental health?
Makes you think, makes you stop
For a second, in the moment
Makes you wonder if walking over three drains is an omen
Well, lately I've been feeling out of place
Can I move to outer space
Wanna catch the first ship to the moon
I think I like it there
No stress, just stars up there
Maybe I'd move into a house with a pool
Bring my mates up with me, so we can be relieved
Cause I've tried my best, and hostin the mess
So to the moon I leave
Lately I've been feeling out of place
Can I move to outer space
Wanna catch the first ship to the moon
I think I like it there
No stress, just stars up there
Ooohhh ayy ayy (adlib)
Isaac Waddington's song "To the Moon" is a reflection on the pressures and stressors of modern life. The lyrics speak to the feeling of being constantly weighed down by rules and responsibilities, with no one to turn to for help or support. The lines "The laws and rules that are put in place / Mean nobody will help you, even face to face" are a poignant critique of a society that places more value on individualism than on community.
The chorus of the song, which repeats the phrase "Wanna catch the first ship to the moon / I think I like it there / No stress, just stars up there," is a fantasy of escape from this world of pressure and strife. The idea of moving to the moon represents a complete break from the stressors of everyday life, a place where one can exist free from the demands of society. The lyrics touch on the universal human desire for a space where one can be truly oneself, and where one's mental health can be prioritized above all else.
The repetition of the phrase "Lately I've been feeling out of place" adds to the poignancy of the song, suggesting that the pressures of modern life are something that many people can relate to. The song ultimately ends on a hopeful note, with the suggestion that the singer may be able to start anew on the moon, with a pool and his friends for company.
Line by Line Meaning
The laws and rules that are put in place
The way things are setup make everyone lack empathy
Mean nobody will help you, even face to face
People don't want to lend a helping hand
Drop something on the floor, pick it up yourself
You're on your own to fix your mistakes
All these pressures at the door, how's my mental health?
The excessive demands on us can take a toll on our well-being
Makes you think, makes you stop
The chaos of it all forces you to pause and reflect
For a second, in the moment
Just for a short while, but it feels a lot longer
Makes you wonder if walking over three drains is an omen
You start to question and definitely overthink everything
Well, lately I've been feeling out of place
I don't really know where or how I belong anymore
Can I move to outer space
Maybe by removing myself from it all, it will be better
Wanna catch the first ship to the moon
I'm ready to leave and go as far away as possible
I think I like it there
I have a feeling the Moon will suit me better
No stress, just stars up there
The tranquility up there is nothing like what I am experiencing here
Maybe I'd move into a house with a pool
I'm envisioning an idyllic life far from here
Bring my mates up with me, so we can be relieved
I would also love for my friends to enjoy the peace I am hoping to find
Cause I've tried my best, and hostin the mess
Everything I've done so far isn't helping, it might be time to start anew
So to the moon I leave
I'm actually leaving Earth for the Moon
Ooohhh ayy ayy (adlib)
My journey into the unknown is filled with fear and trepidation, but I have to go
Contributed by Cameron A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.