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James Hersey is an independent solo project/band. The 24 year old guitarist writes, produces, and performs soulful songs with unique pop sensibility and vocals. Launched in Vienna, Austria (home to half of his family) in 2010, James rapidly gained support from major alternative outlets as well as mainstream media. His current single "Don't Say Maybe" is charting in the Top-5, and his mixtape "TWELVE" earned him an Artist Of The Month title at Radio FM4.
Sold-out shows in his hometown, as well as support slots and collaborations with the likes of Train, Left Boy, and Manu Delago (Bjork) promise a long career for the young singer songwriter.
Available Releases:
TWELVE (Mixtape) - December 2012
Forever Yours (Single) - October 2012
All I Want (Single) – June 2012
It Ain’t Over (Single) – November 2011
Stand Up For You (Single) – May 2011
James Hersey EP – June 2010
Juliet
James Hersey Lyrics
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To see the whole world
On the back of a dream I had
I'll know one thing
You're never gonna guess
It doesn't matter what else you learn
If she's still home
When you stay gone
To be way too long and I
Almost let her get away
But now that I'm here to stay she's my
Oh my
Juliet
I thought that I lost you to distance
But here you are
Still wishing on shooting stars
Juliet
I said a lot of things that I might regret
If I ever get a chance
So I never want a chance again
Yea
Juliet
I thought that I lost you to distance
But here you are
Still wishing on
Still wishing on
Me
That I might let go
Of everything you did
But I might say no
And yes I know
Now you're a lady
Still I got you telling me
Don't say maybe
Don't say, don't say maybe
Come on now
Please don't hate me
Come on now
I don't want a lazy
Somebody save me
Braindead Brady, yea
So this one goes
To the one that I always kept close
Almost let her get away
But if I stay she's my
Oh my
Juliet
I thought that I lost you to distance
But here you are
Still wishing on shooting stars
Juliet
I said a lot of things that I might regret
If I ever get a chance
So I never want a chance again
Yea
Juliet
I thought that I lost you to distance
But here you are
Still wishing on
Still wishing on me
I should tell the world but I don't
I should tell the, I should tell the world but I don't, don't
Oh my
I should tell the world but I don't
I should tell the, I should tell the world but I don't, don't
I should tell the world but I
Don't, don't, don't, don't
Don't, don't
I should tell the world but I don't ...
(Yea, yea, Oh my)
Juliet
I thought that I lost you to distance
But here you are
Still wishing on shooting stars
Juliet
I said a lot of things that I might regret
If I ever get a chance
So I never want a chance again
Yea
Juliet
I thought that I lost you to distance
But here you are
Still wishing on
Still wishing on me
Don't, don't, don't, don't
Don't, don't
I should tell the world but I
Don't, don't, don't, don't
Don't, don't
I should tell the world but I ...
In James Hersey's song "Juliet," he describes his regret over almost letting go of the love of his life. He begins by envisioning a future where he travels the world and experiences everything it has to offer, but realizes that none of it would matter if he didn't have her by his side. He reflects on past mistakes and misunderstandings that almost caused him to lose her, but he is grateful that he was given a second chance with her. He acknowledges that he should tell the world about his love for her, but he simply doesn't for reasons that are left unclear.
One interpretation of the lyrics is that James Hersey is expressing a commitment to his relationship with his partner, even if it means sacrificing some of his personal ambitions. He recognizes that true happiness comes from being with the people you love and that material success cannot replace the intimacy and connection of a committed relationship. He also highlights the fragility of love, acknowledging that it can be lost in an instant and sometimes requires effort to maintain.
Overall, "Juliet" is a song about regret, second chances, and the power of love to transform and enrich our lives. By reflecting on his own experiences, James Hersey invites us to consider the importance of valuing the people we love and making an effort to keep our relationships strong.
Line by Line Meaning
If I ever get a chance
Given the opportunity
To see the whole world
To travel far and wide
On the back of a dream I had
Based on my aspirations
I'll know one thing
I will be certain
You're never gonna guess
It is unexpected
It doesn't matter what else you learn
Regardless of other experiences
If she's still home
If she remains faithful
When you stay gone
Despite moments of separation
Pretty soon it gets
Before long it becomes
To be way too long and I
A situation that is prolonged
Almost let her get away
I nearly lost her
But now that I'm here to stay she's my
But since I'm committed, she's mine
Juliet
Addressing a significant other
I thought that I lost you to distance
I believed the distance had separated us
But here you are
But you are still here
Still wishing on shooting stars
Still holding on to dreams
I said a lot of things that I might regret
I may have spoken out of turn previously
If I ever get a chance
If I get a second chance
So I never want a chance again
To avoid making the same error again
Me
Regarding oneself
That I might let go
Capable of moving on
Of everything you did
Overlooking past actions
But I might say no
But resisting the urge to do so
And yes I know
Acknowledging the fact
Now you're a lady
Growing up and maturing
Still I got you telling me
Yet you still communicate with me
Don't say maybe
Do not express uncertainty
Come on now
Let's be honest
Please don't hate me
Kindly do not hold any grudges against me
I don't want a lazy
I do not desire mediocrity
Somebody save me
Asking for assistance
Braindead Brady, yea
Identifying as a dullard
So this one goes
This one is dedicated
To the one that I always kept close
To the person I always held dear
I should tell the world but I don't
I want to announce it but I hesitate
Don't, don't, don't, don't
Refusing to do so
Don't, don't
Still hesitating
Don't, don't, don't, don't
Still refusing
Don't, don't
Continuing to hesitate
Juliet
Similar to earlier references
Still wishing on
Yet holding onto
Still wishing on me
Still holding onto me
Writer(s): James Hersey
Contributed by Olivia E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Rory O'Connor
6 years on, still my favorite song of all time
KEEEEEEEEEEVVVVVV
Love this song in the acoustic version so much :)
Amy Nieto
KEEEEEEEEEEVVVVVV why did my brain think you said autistic?
Melissa
I love your voice ❤
Zumayna Ebrahim
Love his voice too such a sexy voice 😉
Sabrina
Why is this version not on Spotify? 😭
WIL S
☺ there´s a reason this is in my favourites!
xoxo_ramzi
He's so good :)..... why doesn't he have more view??
Sdcombo
Love every song from this guy, really. Also just realised he looks very much like Andrew Garfield.
magda
He's absolutely perfect, come to Toronto please !!