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An electronic producer from Melbourne, Australia.
A pop Greek male vocalist, real name and previously known as Dimitris Laskaridis
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I Don't Know
James Stone Lyrics
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That and this
These and those
No one knows
We get these pills to swallow
How they stick
In your throat
Oh, what you do to me
No one knows
And I realize you're mine
Indeed a fool am I
And I realize you're mine
Indeed a fool am I
Ah
I journey through the desert
Of the mind
With no hope
I found low
I drift along the ocean
Dead lifeboats in the sun
And come undone
Pleasantly caving in
I come undone
And I realize you're mine
Indeed a fool am I
And I realize you're mine
Indeed a fool I
Ah
Heaven smiles above me
What a gift her below
But no one knows
A gift that you give to me
No one knows
The lyrics to James Stone's song "I Don't Know" seem to describe a person struggling with the rules and expectations that society imposes upon them. The lines "We get some rules to follow/ That and this/ These and those/ No one knows" suggest that these rules are arbitrary and confusing, leaving the person feeling lost and uncertain. To cope with this confusion, they turn to pills which bring temporary relief but are ultimately unsatisfying, as shown in the lines "We get these pills to swallow/ How they stick/ In your throat/ Tastes like gold". The repetition of the line "No one knows" seems to emphasize the feeling of isolation and loneliness that comes with not understanding the world around you.
The second stanza starts with "I journey through the desert/ Of the mind/ With no hope/ I found low". Here, the person is struggling with their own thoughts and emotions, feeling as though they are wandering aimlessly with no clear path forward. The line "Dead lifeboats in the sun" suggests that the person feels like they are surrounded by reminders of their failures and shortcomings. However, by the end of the stanza, they seem to find a sense of peace as they "come undone" and "pleasantly cave in".
The final stanza seems to be about the person finding comfort in a relationship, which serves as a respite from the confusion and uncertainty of the world. The lines "Heaven smiles above me/ What a gift her below" suggest that the person feels like they've found something valuable and special in their partner. However, they still feel as though they need to keep this gift a secret, as exemplified in the line "But no one knows".
Overall, the lyrics to "I Don't Know" seem to be about a person struggling to make sense of the world around them and finding solace in a relationship, even if that relationship needs to remain hidden from the rest of the world.
Line by Line Meaning
We get some rules to follow
We are given guidelines to abide by.
That and this
Instructions of all kinds are given to us.
These and those
We are instructed on what to do and what not to do.
No one knows
No one knows the real reason behind all these instructions.
We get these pills to swallow
We are given medicines to consume.
How they stick
The medicines do not go down our throat easily.
In your throat
The medicine feels uncomfortable in the throat.
Tastes like gold
The medicines don't taste good.
Oh, what you do to me
I'm deeply affected by you.
No one knows
No one else can comprehend how you make me feel.
And I realize you're mine
I recognize that you are my partner.
Indeed a fool am I
I had not realized this fact earlier and feel foolish now.
Ah
An exclamation of discovery or realization.
I journey through the desert
I wander aimlessly through life.
Of the mind
My mental state is uncertain and unstable.
With no hope
I have a sense of despair and lack hope.
I found low
I feel sad and hopeless.
I drift along the ocean
I move aimlessly along a vast, uncertain expanse like the sea.
Dead lifeboats in the sun
In the midst of vastness and abundance, there are useless vehicles.
And come undone
I start to fall apart and break down.
Pleasantly caving in
I am contentedly crumbling apart.
And I realize you're mine
I feel the warmth of your affection for me.
Indeed a fool am I
I feel foolish now for ever doubting your affection.
And I realize you're mine
I understand that you are committed to me.
Indeed a fool I
I recognize the error of my doubts and regret it.
Ah
An exclamation of discovery or realization.
Heaven smiles above me
I feel a divine blessing above me.
What a gift her below
I realize that the treasure of love is a gift.
But no one knows
No one knows how much it really means to me.
A gift that you give to me
I am thankful for the love that you give me.
No one knows
No one can truly understand the value of this gift.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, BMG Rights Management
Written by: JOSH HOMME, NICK S. OLIVERI, MARK WILLIAM LANEGAN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Spiritman Productions
Simon said: "It was a little bit desperate in parts, for me". Basically that means he thought James looked like he was trying *too* hard.
Fuzzygirl421
wow he is really good i can imagine him singing blues tho!!
borachan
I love him. I envy Britain that has a very great program like this.
MaxWindshear
"I think we all know there's only one expert in the room" Haha, that was a good one :)
wkdtroll
Went to see James and his band last night at the Piccadily in Caerwys - absolutely astounding gig!! Have not enjoyed a live band so much for years. Thanks guys and keep it coming!!!
YooryYoory
"I think we all know there is one expert in the room" LOL dam right simon, other judges aren't even as good as you =D
xylovesjesus
I love his stage presence! Not a huge fan of the song, but I app[recitae his talent.
Daratys Parra
demasiado bueno. Excelente cantante del blus
Filip Kittnar
Haha, Simon was funny! The guy was great! He has the spirit.
woodpigeon66
I love Ant and Dec in this one :)