Annie
James Blunt (www.MegaMusic.uz) Lyrics
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I thought I saw your photograph
having such a laugh, in a magazine
Did it all come tumbling?
Then Annie, you were made for the big time
They said you were a star to be
But the walls came tumbling down
Down
Will you go down on me?
Cause Annie you're a star
You're just not going very far
And all the world will know your name
And you'll be famous as you are
Cause I'll sing for you
Annie, would it be nice to be recognized?
Did you practice your autograph?
But now no ones asked
And it's such a shame
Your dreams are crumbling
Annie, why aren't you big in limelight?
Cause I thought that you said you'd be
A celebrity several years ago
But it all came tumbling down
Down
Will you go down on me?
Cause Annie you're a star
You're just not going very far
And all the world will know your name
And you'll be famous as you are
Cause I'll sing for you
Annie you're a star
You're just not going very far
And all the world will know your name
And you'll be famous as you are
Cause I'll sing for you
Annie you're a star
You're just not going very far
And all the world will know your name
And you'll be famous as you are
Cause I'll sing for you
The song "Annie" by James Blunt tells the story of a woman named Annie who had her name in the "bright lights" and was predicted to be a superstar. The singer recalls seeing her photograph in a magazine, laughing and having a good time. However, things didn't work out as planned and the walls came tumbling down. Annie is not as famous as she once was and her dreams are crumbling. The singer asks if it would be nice for her to be recognized and wonders why she isn't bigger in the limelight.
The chorus repeats the sentiment that Annie is a star, but is not going very far. The singer promises to sing for her and suggests that she will be famous as she is. The ending of the song becomes more explicit with the request "Will you go down on me?" which could be interpreted in a few different ways.
Overall, the song seems to be a commentary on the fleeting nature of fame and the disappointment and pressure that come with trying to make it big in the entertainment industry. It also touches on the idea that success is not necessarily tied to celebrity.
Line by Line Meaning
Annie, you had your name in the bright lights
Annie, you were once famous and in the spotlight
I thought I saw your photograph
I thought I recognized you in a magazine
having such a laugh, in a magazine
Appearing happy and carefree in a photo in a magazine
Did it all come tumbling?
Did your fame and success all fall apart?
Then Annie, you were made for the big time
People thought you had the potential to be a huge star
They said you were a star to be
People believed that you had the talent to become a successful celebrity
In the NME
The NME (New Musical Express) magazine recognized your potential
But the walls came tumbling down
Your dreams and aspirations for fame came crashing down
Down
Your downfall was sudden and dramatic
Will you go down on me?
This line may have a sexual connotation, but its overall meaning is unclear.
Cause Annie you're a star
You are talented and unique
You're just not going very far
However, you have not achieved the level of success you once hoped for
And all the world will know your name
Regardless of your current fame, people will always remember who you are
And you'll be famous as you are
Even if you do not achieve greater success, you will still be a recognizable figure
Cause I'll sing for you
The singer will continue to support and admire you, even if your success does not reach its full potential
Annie, would it be nice to be recognized?
Do you still desire fame and recognition?
Did you practice your autograph?
Did you prepare for your eventual fame and success by practicing your signature?
But now no ones asked
However, no one is currently seeking your autograph or attention
And it's such a shame
The lack of recognition and attention is disappointing
Your dreams are crumbling
Your hopes for fame and success are falling apart
Annie, why aren't you big in limelight?
Why have you not achieved greater success in the public eye?
Cause I thought that you said you'd be
The artist believed that you had promised to achieve more success
A celebrity several years ago
The singer may be referring to a past conversation in which you expressed your aspirations for fame and success
Annie you're a star
You are talented and unique
And all the world will know your name
Regardless of your current fame, people will always remember who you are
And you'll be famous as you are
Even if you do not achieve greater success, you will still be a recognizable figure
Lyrics © EMI Music Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JAMES DEARNESS HOGARTH, JAMES BLOUNT
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Annie, you had your name in the bright lights.
I thought I saw your photograph having such a laugh in a magazine,
Did it all come tumbling?
Annie, you were made for the big time.
They said you're a star to be in the NME,
But the walls came tumbling down, down. Will you go down on me?
'Cause Annie you're a star, that's just not going very far.
And all the world will know your name,
And you'll be famous as you are 'cause I'll sing for you.
Annie, would it be nice to be recognised?
And did you practise your autograph but now no one's asked and it's such a shame,
That the dreams are crumbling?
Annie, why aren't you bathed in the limelight?
'Cause I thought that you said you'd be a celebrity several years ago.
Did it all come tumbling down, down. Will you go down on me?
'Cause Annie you're a star, that's just not going very far.
And all the world will know your name,
And you'll be famous as you are 'cause I'll sing for you.
Annie you're a star, that's just not going very far.
And all the world will know your name,
And you'll be famous as you are 'cause I'll sing for you.
@ShaferHart
"will you go down on me?"
Blunt he is I give him that.
@arthurmagalhaes2441
Shafer Hart I’d say no puns intended, but it actually was
@joshuagray3619
I grew up with this song, its so amazing, no song can be better than this in my opinion😂
@_en.core.
Same ^^
@mary-annantwi5885
Great songs Mary-Ann. 63 year old thank for your songs
@nkosiletsoano556
That's not an opinion bro, it's a FACT. This song is amazing.
@psychedelicpunk5031
Great to see someone else into metal like slipknot also into some James Blunt, love a bit of tranquility once in a while.
@devlight168
Me too
@meganjayne6514
There is just something about this song that puts a smile on my face. It's a shame it's not more well known
@erickc9373
Megan Jayne Totally agree, it's a real shame