James formed in Manchester in 1982, when Paul Gilbertson (guitar), Jim Glennie (bass), and Gavan Whelan (drums) met Tim Booth (vocals) at Manchester University and asked him to join their fledgling band. During the next year, James became regulars on the local club circuit, and by 1983 they had signed to Factory, releasing their debut EP, Jimone, later that year. Two years later, their second EP, James 2, was released, and Morrissey, the lead singer of the Smiths, publicly endorsed the group, asking them to open for his band. By the summer of 1985, Larry Gott had replaced Gilbertson, and the group signed to Sire Records. Working with producer Lenny Kaye, the group recorded its debut, Stutter, that year, releasing it in early 1986 to generally positive reviews.
Over the next two years, James toured constantly, building up a solid fan base. They released their second album, the folky Strip-Mine, in 1988. The record failed to capitalize on their live following, and the band departed Sire the following year, signing with the independent Rough Trade. On their new label, James released the moderately successful "Sit Down" and the live album One Man Clapping, which climbed to number one on the indie charts. In 1990, Whelan was replaced by David Baynton-Power, and James expanded to a septet with the addition of keyboardist Mark Hunter, violinist Saul Davies, and trumpeter Andy Diagram. The new lineup signed to Fontana Records and released Gold Mother in the fall. Following a handful of minor hit singles, Gold Mother finally became a breakthrough success in the spring of 1991, when a re-recorded version of "Sit Down" -- now boasting a contemporary baggy beat -- climbed to number two on the U.K. charts and became a staple on U.S. modern rock radio. Although the success of "Sit Down" was a blessing, it also was a curse, as the single became all James were known for. The band began to rebel in concert, playing almost nothing but new material, and its next album, 1992's Seven, was perceived as a misguided stab at big arena rock.
For the follow-up to Seven, James stripped away Diagram and worked with producer Brian Eno. The resulting record, Laid, was a quieter, more ambitious album, and it received some of the band's best reviews. While the album was ignored in the U.K., it was an alternative rock hit in the U.S. on the strength of the title track, which became a crossover hit. During the Laid sessions, James recorded another album's worth of experimental music with Eno that was released in the fall of 1994 as Wah Wah. The album received mixed reviews and the group took an extended break throughout 1995, partly due to guitarist Gott's departure. In 1996, Tim Booth recorded a collaboration with composer Angelo Badalamenti (Twin Peaks, Blue Velvet) entitled Booth and the Bad Angel, which received generally positive reviews.
With guitarist Adrian Oxaal in tow, James returned in early 1997 with Whiplash, a more straightforward record that was greeted with mixed reviews. Released in 1999, Millionaires, recorded with new guitarist Michael Kulas, was initially released only in the U.K. Their spectacular follow-up, 2001's Pleased to Meet You, was also available only in the U.K. A few months later, frontman Tim Booth announced his departure from the band he founded nearly 20 years before, and James called it quits following a winter tour of the U.K. in December 2001. The break was short-lived, however, as the band re-formed in 2007 and embarked on a tour in support of the double-disc compilation Fresh as a Daisy: The Singles. The following year saw the release of Hey Ma, James' tenth studio album.
The band returned in 2010 with a pair of "mini-albums" called The Night Before and The Morning After, respectively, before late 2011 brought a short, but novel, U.K. tour (the Orchestra of the Swan and the Manchester Consort Choir were their backup bands). In 2012, the lavish and long-awaited box set The Gathering Sound was issued, and included previously unreleased audio material alongside long-unavailable video concert footage. Details of the Max Dingel-produced La Petite Mort emerged in February 2014, and this first post-Mercury studio album was released four months later in June. Dingel then returned to produce their 2016 record, Girl at the End of the World. Written in Scotland and recorded in London, the album was described by the band as "big but personal, abrasive but warming" and "ultimately uplifting." Two years later, James teamed with producers Charlie Andrew and Beni Giles for Living in Extraordinary Times.
During the 2020 pandemic, Tim Booth teamed up with his Topanga Canyon neighbor Jacknife Lee to construct the basic tracks the rest of James completed while in quarantine. The resulting All the Colours of You was released in June 2021.
Biography by Stephen Thomas Erlewine
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2) James is the vocalist of popular Bangladeshi band Nagar Baul. He was a member of the band Feelings and later formed the band Nagar Baul. James was raised in Chittagong and later moved to Dhaka for his singing career. Stylishly longhaired James--overwhelmingly known as the Nagar Baul (the City Bard), was the pioneer of psychedelic rock in Bangladesh. Originally a lead singer and guitarist, he has always been respected for his solo projects. He became affectionately called Guru by his fans. His tunes were bright and his singing a divergence from the archetypal tunes preferred by the commercial-type directors. His songs expressed love, rage, discontent, frustration, and happiness.
3) A Dutch rapper connected to the Fakkelteitgroep.
4) James Lee - known as James - was a former member of Royal Pirates, a South Korean band. On 2015, he got into an accident that caused him unable to play bass any longer. Hence, he decided to left the band.
James moved back to Los Angeles and decided to release music written post accident in a project called ’the Light EP’ consisted of 5 tracks. (http://jamesleeofficial.com/)
Heart To Heart
James Lyrics
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You make me feel like I'm a boy and not a man (woah, sometimes)
There are times when you don't give me a smile (woah, sometimes)
I lie awake at night and worry for a while (woah, woah)
It's okay, 'cause I know
You shine even on a rainy day
And I can find your halo
If you need a hand to hold
I'll come running, because
You and I won't part 'til we die
You should know
We see eye to eye, heart to heart
There are times when I cry, 'cause you shed no tears (woah, sometimes)
Your mind's so far away, but your body's right here (woah, sometimes)
There are times when I just walked out your door (woah, sometimes)
And thought I'd never get to see you anymore (woah, woah)
It's okay, 'cause I know
You shine even on a rainy day
And I can find your halo
Guides me to wherever you fall
If you need a hand to hold
I'll come running, because
You and I won't part 'til we die
You should know
We see eye to eye, heart to heart
Woah
Woah (woah, sometimes)
Woah
Woah
Wherever you fall
If you need a hand to hold
I'll come running, because
You and I won't part till we die
You should know
We see eye to eye, heart to heart
I can find your halo
Guides me to wherever you fall
"Heart to Heart" by James Blunt is a touching ballad about the ups and downs of a romantic relationship. The song speaks of the vulnerability, doubts, and insecurities that come with loving someone, but also the unwavering commitment to standing by each other no matter what. The lyrics paint a picture of a fluctuating relationship, where sometimes the singer feels like a boy who needs protection and assurance, and sometimes he needs to be the strong one for his partner. It acknowledges that there will be times of pain and tears, but ultimately, the two souls involved understand each other and can connect on a truly intimate and compassionate level.
The chorus of the song states that the person being addressed in the song is like a shining halo, someone who can guide the singer through the toughest of times. The words "eye to eye, heart to heart" further emphasize that the connection between the two goes beyond just physical attraction or a casual relationship. It is a deep bond built on mutual respect, trust, and understanding. The last few lines of the song suggest that even if the relationship doesn't last forever, the two will always have each other's backs.
Line by Line Meaning
There are times when I don't know where I stand (woah, sometimes)
At times, I am unsure of my position and direction in life
You make me feel like I'm a boy and not a man (woah, sometimes)
Occasionally, you treat me in a way that makes me feel immature and inexperienced
There are times when you don't give me a smile (woah, sometimes)
Sometimes, you do not show me your warmest and kindest emotions
I lie awake at night and worry for a while (woah, woah)
In those moments, I often lose sleep and become anxious about our relationship
It's okay, 'cause I know
You shine even on a rainy day
And I can find your halo
Guides me to wherever you fall
If you need a hand to hold
I'll come running, because
You and I won't part 'til we die
You should know
We see eye to eye, heart to heart
Despite the difficulties and uncertainties, I find comfort in knowing that you are always there for me, providing a guiding light in the darkest moments. I promise to always be there for you, and we are bonded together heart and soul
There are times when I cry, 'cause you shed no tears (woah, sometimes)
I sometimes become emotional and cry, while you remain stoic and unmoved
Your mind's so far away, but your body's right here (woah, sometimes)
At times, it seems like you are mentally distant, despite being physically present
There are times when I just walked out your door (woah, sometimes)
Occasionally, I become overwhelmed and leave without saying anything
And thought I'd never get to see you anymore (woah, woah)
In those moments, I fear that our relationship is over and that we will never be reunited
Wherever you fall
If you need a hand to hold
I'll come running, because
You and I won't part till we die
You should know
We see eye to eye, heart to heart
No matter where our lives take us, I will always be there to support you and stand by your side. Our connection is so strong that it will endure until the end of our days. You should never doubt the depth of our understanding and love for each other.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Hipgnosis Songs Group
Written by: Danny Parker, James Blunt, Daniel Thomas Omelio
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There are times when I don't know where I stand
You make me feel like I'm a boy and not a man
There are times when you don't give me a smile
I lie awake at night and worry for a while
It's OK, 'cause I know
You shine even on a rainy day
And I can find your halo
Guides me to wherever you fall
If you need a hand to hold
I'll come running, because
You and I won't part till we die
You should know
We see eye to eye, heart to heart
There are times when I cry, 'cause you shed no tears
Your mind's so far away, but your body's right here
There are times when I just walked out your door
And thought I'd never get to see you anymore.
It's OK, 'cause I know
You shine even on a rainy day
And I can find your halo
Guides me to wherever you fall
If you need a hand to hold
I'll come running, because
You and I won't part till we die
You should know
We see eye to eye, heart to heart
Oh Sometimes
Oh sometimes
Oh sometimes
Oh
Wherever you fall
If you need a hand to hold
I'll come running, because
You and I won't part till we die
You should know
We see eye to eye, heart to heart
@JamesBlunt
"Heart To Heart" is starting to creep up the airplay charts... Have you heard it on the radio yet?
@cathycalzi81310
J'adore superbe chanson
@paubielsamialet9187
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@TheMargotte83
Une voix si belle, qui s'envole dans le ciel...des yeux superbes...bon...j'aime cette chanson, toutes vos chanson !!♥ merci...
@lights3412
Mi favorito me gusta mucho ,,,,,
@LOUAN603
Love your tunes...
@jesen2012
His songs are so underrated
@jul2447
Marek Tomasovic ikr,exceot his old songs
@Nero_PR
Yeah, the only ones that I see on radio are Same Mistake, You're Beautiful and High. His new songs are just as good or even better.
@eliel77
specially this one, one of his best