Blunt was educated at Elstree School, Woolhampton, then Harrow School (where he received his nickname 'Blunty'), and finally the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst. Before the release of his album, Blunt was a commissioned officer in the British Army, rose to the rank of Captain and served as a NATO peacekeeper in Kosovo. He was also on duty for the funeral of the Queen Mother on 9th April, 2002.
He is currently signed to Linda Perry's American label Custard, and became the first British artist to top the American singles chart in nearly a decade when his first single from Back to Bedlam, "You're Beautiful", reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 in 2006. The last British artist to do so had been Elton John in 1997 with the song Candle in the Wind.
His second album, All The Lost Souls, was released on 17th September 2007.
His third album, Some Kind of Trouble, was released on 8th November 2010.
Year active 2004- present
When You’re Gone
James Blunt Lyrics
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I'm reaching out for something we can change, we can change
But down in the bottom of both of our hearts
There's memories of how we both felt at the start
I've tried and I've failed and I know that this might be the last time
So put your hands up high like I'm holding up a dangerous weapon
'Cause tonight, yeah, you and me are getting higher than heaven
I don't wanna to talk about
I don't want to worry 'bout
Who's gonna love me when you're gone, gone, gone
Gone, gone, gone, gone, gone, gone?
Who's gonna love me when you're gone, gone, gone
Gone, gone, gone, gone, gone, gone?
Who's gonna love me when you're gone?
Why do fairy tales always come to an end? To an end
We were setting sail on a dream that's in our heads, in our heads
But down in the bottom of both of our hearts
There's laughter and happiness under the scars
I've tried and I've failed and I know that this might be the last time
So put your hands up high like I'm holding up a dangerous weapon
'Cause tonight, yeah, you and me are getting higher than heaven
No, I don't wanna to think about
I don't wanna to talk about
I don't want to worry 'bout
Who's gonna love me when you're gone, gone, gone
Gone, gone, gone, gone, gone, gone?
Who's gonna love me when you're gone, gone, gone
Gone, gone, gone, gone, gone, gone?
Who's gonna love me when you're gone, gone, gone
Gone, gone, gone, gone, gone, gone?
Who's gonna love me when you're gone, gone, gone (when you're gone)
Gone, gone, gone, gone, gone, gone?
Who's gonna love me when you're gone?
"When You’re Gone" by James Blunt is a poignant song about the fear of losing someone you love and grappling with the uncertainty of what comes next. The lyrics reflect a sense of vulnerability and the desperate need for reassurance. The singer is aware that their relationship might be coming to an end, and they are pleading for confirmation of their partner's continued love and support.
The line "Tell me now if you don't feel the same, feel the same" highlights the singer's anxiety about their partner's changing feelings. They are reaching out, hoping for a chance to address any issues and save their love. However, as the song progresses, the singer becomes increasingly resigned to the possibility that this might be their last attempt.
The chorus encapsulates the intense emotions and longing in the song. The singer is afraid to think, talk, or worry about a future without their partner's love. They are asking who will fill the void and provide the same level of affection and support once their partner is gone. It showcases the deep fear of being left alone and the uncertainty of finding love again.
Overall, the lyrics of "When You’re Gone" convey a raw vulnerability, capturing the conflicting emotions of hope, fear, and resignation in the face of a fading relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
Tell me now if you don't feel the same, feel the same
Expressing the need for open communication to determine if both parties still share the same feelings
I'm reaching out for something we can change, we can change
Seeking a chance to improve and transform the current situation
But down in the bottom of both of our hearts
Deep within our emotions and inner selves
There's memories of how we both felt at the start
Reminiscing the initial emotions and experiences we shared
I've tried and I've failed and I know that this might be the last time
Acknowledging previous attempts and recognizing the possibility of this being the final opportunity
So put your hands up high like I'm holding up a dangerous weapon
Elevating our connection and emphasizing its power and intensity
'Cause tonight, yeah, you and me are getting higher than heaven
Indulging in the euphoria and bliss of the present moment together
No, I don't wanna to think about
Avoiding dwelling on
I don't wanna to talk about
Avoiding discussing
I don't want to worry 'bout
Avoiding becoming anxious or concerned about
Who's gonna love me when you're gone, gone, gone
Questioning who will provide love and support in your absence
Gone, gone, gone, gone, gone, gone?
Reiterating the absence of love and companionship
Why do fairy tales always come to an end? To an end
Reflecting on the often unfortunate reality where happy narratives eventually conclude
We were setting sail on a dream that's in our heads, in our heads
Embarking on an imagined and idealized journey together
But down in the bottom of both of our hearts
Deep within our emotions and inner selves
There's laughter and happiness under the scars
Beneath the pain and wounds, there exists joy and contentment
I've tried and I've failed and I know that this might be the last time
Acknowledging previous attempts and recognizing the possibility of this being the final opportunity
So put your hands up high like I'm holding up a dangerous weapon
Elevating our connection and emphasizing its power and intensity
'Cause tonight, yeah, you and me are getting higher than heaven
Indulging in the euphoria and bliss of the present moment together
No, I don't wanna to think about
Avoiding dwelling on
I don't wanna to talk about
Avoiding discussing
I don't want to worry 'bout
Avoiding becoming anxious or concerned about
Who's gonna love me when you're gone, gone, gone
Questioning who will provide love and support in your absence
Gone, gone, gone, gone, gone, gone?
Reiterating the absence of love and companionship
Who's gonna love me when you're gone, gone, gone
Questioning who will provide love and support in your absence
Gone, gone, gone, gone, gone, gone?
Reiterating the absence of love and companionship
Who's gonna love me when you're gone, gone, gone, gone, gone, gone?
Questioning who will provide love and support in your absence multiple times
Who's gonna love me when you're gone?
Questioning who will provide love and support in your absence
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: James Blount, Jonny Coffer, Mike Needle, Nick Bradley, Sunny Berhane
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