Durbin was born to Judy Settle-Durbin. His father Willy Durbin, a musician, died of drug overdose when he was 9. He was diagnosed with Tourette's and Asperger's syndrome shortly after his father died. He has facial tics, some social awkwardness, and restricted interests.
He has a fiancée, Heidi whom he met in a bar and considered his 'rock'. They have a son together named Hunter.
In 2006, he performed in Santa Cruz-based children's theater group called Kids on Broadway and played the lead role in "Beauty and the Beast" and "Singin' in the Rain", as well as "West Side Story" in a production by All About Theatre, a Santa Cruz community theatre company. He was also the lead singer in a metal band called The Hollywood Scars. He said he has also done country music before.
James was invited to record and mix his amazing vocal talent with legendary producer/engineer/artist Alan Parsons (of The Alan Parsons Project/Beatles/Pink Floyd fame). Along with professional vocalist PJ Olsson, the group recorded James' vocals on Alan Parsons' song "We Play The Game," a collaboration with The Crystal Method.
Then only 19, James' drive, power, and musical insight were all too evident as he and Alan worked on recording a lead vocal and backing vocals on the Alan Parsons track from A Valid Path.
Idol Performances:
** Top 24: Personal Choice - You've Got Another Thing Comin' (Judas Priest)
** Top 13: Personal Idol - Maybe I'm Amazed (Paul McCartney)
** Top 12: Year You Were Born - I'll Be There for You (Bon Jovi)
** Top 11: Motown - Living for the City (Stevie Wonder)
** Top 11 Redux: Elton John - Saturday Night's Alright (For Fighting) [[artist]Elton John]
** Top 9: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame - While My Guitar Gently Weeps (The Beatles)
** Top 8: Songs from the Movies - Heavy Metal (Sammy Hagar)
** Top 7: Songs from the 21st Century - Uprising (Muse)
** Top 6: Carole King - Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow (The Shirelles)
** Top 5: Songs from Then & Now: Closer to the Edge (30 Seconds to Mars) / Without You (Bandfinger)
** Top 4: Songs That Inspire / Leiber & Stoller Songbook: Don't Stop Believin' (Journey) / Love Potion No. 9 (The Clovers)
In 2016 Durbin and Alex Grossi of Quiet Riot worked on an album project "Maps to the Hollywood Scars". Volume 1 was released as a 5-song EP in February 2017. In March 2017, Durbin joined Quiet Riot, as their new lead singer. The band reported that their upcoming album, 'Road Rage' would be re-recorded prior to its release to feature Durbin on lead vocals. After recording a follow-up album, Durbin quit the band in September 2019. The album, 'Hollywood Cowboys', was released on November 8, 2019. In October 2020, Durbin revealed he had signed with Frontiers Records and was working on a "pure heavy metal" album. The Beast Awakens was released on February 12, 2021 under the Durbin moniker. Alongside Durbin, who performs lead vocals and rhythm guitar, the album also features drummer Mike Vanderhule and bassist Barry Sparks. In 2022, Durbin has joined forces with STRYPER members Robert Sweet and Perry Richardson (bass; also ex-FIREHOUSE) and RIOT guitarist Mike Flyntz in a new project called CLEANBREAK.
You're Not Alone
James Durbin Lyrics
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And inside and on the outside
Love is nowhere close to you
You don't even know yourself,yourself
I sleep inside ypur fraction heart
Your fraction heart
And the pieces together the broken heart
And now it's time to start
To start
You're not alone,this way you are
This is where I'll be
You're not alone
You can follow me free
Free is on the fountain,walking by
Take one and make it right
Love is all I have for you
Love is all I have for you
We're behind those painfull veins
Cause love is always meant for you
Can't you see?
Can't you see?
You're not alone,this way you are
This is where I'll be
You're not alone
You can follow me free
Free is on the fountain,walking by
Take one and make it right
Love is all I have for you
Love is all I have for you
Everything you think you've seen
Is something in between
Love is all I have for you
Love is all I have for you
Truth is always there with you
And take the one and make it right
Love is all I have for you
Love is all I have for you
Love is all I have for you
Love is all I have for you
Everything you think you've seen
Is something in between
Love is all I have for you
Love is all I have for you
Love is all I have for you
Love is all I have for you
Love is all I have for you
Love is all I have for you
Love is all I have for you
Love is all I have for you
Love is all I have for you
Love is all I have for you
Love is all I have for you
Love is all I have for you
The lyrics to James Durbin's song "You're Not Alone" convey a sense of deep understanding and empathy for someone who is suffering from a lack of love and self-awareness. The singer acknowledges that he knows the person's story all too well, indicating that he has likely been in a similar situation before. He sees that love is missing from the person's life and that they are not fully in touch with who they are.
The singer then speaks to the person's heart, saying that he sleeps inside their "fraction heart" and will help put the pieces back together. He believes that love is always meant for everyone, including this person, and it's time for them to start embracing it. The chorus repeats the message that the person is not alone, and the singer will be there for them. He encourages the person to follow him and be free, implying that he can guide them towards finding love and themselves.
The bridge mentions "painful veins" and the need to see that love is always meant for this person. The singer believes that the truth is always with them and that love is all he has for them. The song ends with a repetition of the chorus and the idea that everything the person has seen is only something in between, indicating that there is much more for them to experience, including love.
Overall, the lyrics to "You're Not Alone" are a heartfelt and uplifting message to someone struggling with love and self-discovery. The singer offers comfort, guidance, and a promise of love.
Line by Line Meaning
I knew your story far too well
I am familiar with your struggles and your experiences to a great extent
And inside and on the outside
I understand your situation both emotionally and physically
Love is nowhere close to you
You feel deprived of affection and care
You don't even know yourself, yourself
You are uncertain about your own identity and personality
I sleep inside your fraction heart
I am always on your mind and I am a part of your feelings
And the pieces together the broken heart
I will help you heal from your emotional wounds
Cause love is always meant for you
You are meant to experience love and affection in your life
And now it's time to start, to start
The opportunity to start a new chapter in your life has arrived
You're not alone, this way you are
You are not alone in your struggles, you have my support
This is where I'll be
I will be by your side through it all
You can follow me free
You are free to follow me, and I will guide you to a better place
Free is on the fountain, walking by
Freedom is like water in a fountain, constantly flowing and refreshing
Take one and make it right
Take a chance and make positive changes in your life
Love is all I have for you
I offer you nothing but love and support
We're behind those painful veins
We are hidden behind our emotional struggles, but we will overcome them
Can't you see?
Don't you realize that you are not alone?
Everything you think you've seen
Your perceptions may not be entirely accurate
Is something in between
There may be more to something than meets the eye
Truth is always there with you
The truth will always be with you, even in difficult times
And take the one and make it right
Take one step towards a better future and make it right
Love is all I have for you
My love and support are all that I can offer you
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DAVE BASSETT, MICHELLE FEATHERSTONE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
banksvl
Love is all I have for you Mr. James Durbin! What an awesome song this is, from beginning to end! I'm sure I'm not alone in saying that you are one AWESOME singer/songwriter!
Kat’s Wreaths Decor & more
See inside your fractured heart....... your not alone......... Love it!
Leeleeresh
....."Let the weight fall from your wings and leave behind those painful things.... cause love was always meant for you, can't you see"....It's because of your message & your music i'm finally starting to...headed to a place where i'm FINALLY FREE!!<3 #YoureNotAlone #YoureFinallyFree
Ron Tomlinson
I wish I was loved by someone 💔
Durbinlover4ever
<3 is all I have for you ! #YoureNotAlone
Michelle A.
yay james <33
dongato90
Can anyone help me with this lyric? "BLANK that you think you've seen, BLANK no in between."
Durbinlover4ever
''Forget all that you think you've seen,with us there ain't no in between''
dongato90
Thanks! I'm a fan of his live performances of this song on YouTube....but haven't been able to make out this lyric. This song is amazing live btw....with his raw vocals and emotion. With that said, I can't stop playing this studio version. I think he's on to something here....with a new sound ....that can be performed full out or scaled back.
Durbinlover4ever
I totally agree! I got to see him sing this live twice and its AMAZING ! If you havent got a chance to see him live yet ,its a must see! The youtube videos of him live are great but still doesnt do him justice as what he sounds like live! Love him!