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
glOW
James Blunt Lyrics
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It's playing like a drum beat in the dark
The light within
Is burning somewhere deep down in my heart
Let the feelings out when the lights go down
Can you feel it now?
Oh, I hope that this night never ends
Child of mine, wipe your eyes
'Cause we're all chasing time 'til the end
But when the lights burn low
We'll just glow
The air, so thin
I'm floating like star above the Earth
The state I'm in
It's like I'm watching my whole life play in reverse
Let the feelings out when the lights go down
Can you feel it now?
Silver lines across the skies
Oh, I hope that this night never ends
Child of mine, wipe your eyes
'Cause we're all chasing time 'til the end
But when the lights burn low
We'll just glow
We'll just glow
Just glow
We'll just glow
Silver lines across the skies
Oh, I hope that this night never ends
But when the lights burn low
"glOW" by James Blunt is a song that explores the concept of finding inner strength and resilience amidst the challenges and uncertainties of life. The opening lines, "Under this skin, it's playing like a drum beat in the dark, the light within is burning somewhere deep down in my heart," suggest a hidden power or potential within the singer that is waiting to be unleashed. The reference to a drum beat in the dark implies a sense of urgency and intensity, while the burning light symbolizes hope and passion.
The chorus, "Let the feelings out when the lights go down, can you feel it now?" highlights the importance of vulnerability and authenticity. It encourages embracing one's true emotions and allowing them to shine when faced with darkness or adversity. The song suggests that by expressing oneself honestly, one can connect with others on a deeper level and experience a sense of unity and understanding.
The second verse evokes a sense of detachment from reality, with the lines "The air, so thin, I'm floating like a star above the Earth, the state I'm in, it's like I'm watching my whole life play in reverse." This could imply a moment of introspection or reflection, where the singer feels detached from their usual experiences and gains a broader perspective on their life. It is in these moments of detachment that the true essence of the singer's being, their inner light or glow, becomes apparent.
Overall, "glOW" is a song that encourages self-expression, staying true to oneself, and finding strength within one's vulnerabilities. It reminds us that even in the darkest moments, there is a hidden light within each of us waiting to glow.
Line by Line Meaning
Under this skin
Beneath all the surface appearances
It's playing like a drum beat in the dark
It's pulsating and echoing amidst the unknown
The light within
The essence of my being
Is burning somewhere deep down in my heart
Is passionately aflame within the depths of my soul
Let the feelings out when the lights go down
Allow the emotions to be expressed when everything else fades away
Can you feel it now?
Are you experiencing it at this moment?
Silver lines across the skies
Glistening streaks decorating the heavens
Oh, I hope that this night never ends
Oh, how I long for this moment to last indefinitely
Child of mine, wipe your eyes
My dear offspring, dry your tears
'Cause we're all chasing time 'til the end
Because we are all in pursuit of moments until our journey concludes
But when the lights burn low
However, when the brightness diminishes
We'll just glow
We will simply radiate with luminosity
The air, so thin
The atmosphere, remarkably delicate
I'm floating like a star above the Earth
I am suspended, weightless, resembling a celestial body over the planet
The state I'm in
The condition I find myself in
It's like I'm watching my whole life play in reverse
It feels as if I am witnessing the entirety of my existence unfold backward
We'll just glow
We will simply radiate with luminosity
Just glow
Only emit an enchanting gleam
We'll just glow
We will simply radiate with luminosity
Silver lines across the skies
Glistening streaks decorating the heavens
Oh, I hope that this night never ends
Oh, how I long for this moment to last indefinitely
But when the lights burn low
However, when the brightness diminishes
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: James Blunt, Mike Needle, Richard Boardman
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Mª José C
¿Nos están llamando para nuestor último baile?
Lo veo en tus ojos, en tus ojos.
Los mismos viejos movimientos de un nuevo romance.
Podría usar las mismas viejas mentiras, pero cantaré
Brillaré, solo, brillaré!
Cierra los ojos y se habrán ido
Pueden gritar y gritar que han sido vendidos,
Pero pagaría por la nube sobre la que estamos bailando.
Asi que brilla, solo brilla!
Con tu sonrisa como el brillo del sol.
Porque ellos son solo esclavos de los dioses que crearon
Pero tú y yo sólo brillamos.
Solo brillamos.
Y cuando el silencio recibe mi último adiós,
Las palabras que necesito están en tus ojos, y cantaré.
Brilla, solo, brilla!
Cierra los ojos y se habrán ido
Pueden gritar y gritar que han sido vendidos,
Pero pagaría por la nube sobre la que estamos bailando.
Asi que brilla, solo brilla!
Con tu sonrisa como el brillo del sol.
Porque ellos son solo esclavos de los dioses que crearon
Pero tú y yo sólo brillamos.
Solo brillamos.
Donna Creamer
My husband played this song and danced with me just hours before he had a massive heart attack. It has been over 10 years now and I still weep hearing this beautiful song. He was the magic in my life.
Marcia Young
He is so hard to listen to, but I do everyday ! His words brings back my Husband if only for that small moment 💙 RIP Rick , thank you for being the best friend and husband any woman could ever ask for
Stew Beattie
Exactly! You couldn't have put it any better ❤️❤️❤️it's called life after death!! Thanks for listening ❤️and sorry for your massive loss ❤️💜❤️
marc starkey
Sorri for ur loss
Shanyn Robbins
I just lost my daddy to lung cancer. His name is Rick too and he is missed terribly. I forever love you daddy ❤️❤️
Scotty Matlock
One of my favorite songs of all time. I'm 42. Seen and heard lots of music in my life. This one always makes me cry, in a sad, but great way.
Susan Stokes
You have a wonderful voice and your music is the best I've heard in years . I can't wait to get all your CDs thank you God bless you keep on singing and writing your music
Veronica Escobar
Eres un Ser Celestial James,Creo qué no eres de éste Mundo,Simplemente Magnifico,Dios te puso Aquí en la tierra PARA que nos llenes de tu Brilló,eres Excepcional!Te Amo James y Adoro como Cantas y Das Todo de TI,Eres Un Ángel Qué Brilla con Cada Canción que NOS Regalas!👑
Lauryn Mark
Such a legendary songwriter. Thank you James.
Ur Bu
każda piosenka w wykonaniu Jamesa trafia do serca ! bardzo wzrusza !!! Król nastroju !!!!