Jamie has been in and out of bands since his early teenage years, a few of them alongside Jon Pearce. Jamie and Jon eventually formed the band Angel with drummer Jason Wilcock. After a demo release and prior to their first EP, the band changed drummers and renamed themselves Reuben.
Since September 2004, Jamie has also played drums in the band Caretaker. Jamie has also performed as a guest vocalist on albums by Frank Turner, Sean Genockey and Left Side Brain. Jamie and band mate Guy Davis collaberated with yourcodenameis:milo on Milo's Print Is Dead project.
He released a solo double album, Muscle Memory, in 2013.
Legend!
Memory
Jamie Lenman Lyrics
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Caught in the sails? I don’t know…
I waved you off—eighteen years old.
You came back angry and cold.
I know we haven’t been the best of friends,
but here’s an offer now that never ends.
Look how far my open hand extends.
on the holidays and at weekends.
Oh, I never really knew,
what, all my brags and boasts,
they must have done to you.
No, I never meant to cast,
a shadow so opaque,
so heavy or so vast.
My lovely boy, ah, there you are.
I knew you couldn’t be far.
If all’s forgot,
promise me then:
don’t ever leave me again.
The song "Memory" by Jamie Lenman narrates a story of a father and son relationship that has gone astray over time. The song starts with the father asking his son, "My lovely boy, where did you go?" expressing his confusion over the son's departure. The father then sings about how the son returned home after some time, but with a cold and angry demeanor. The father acknowledges that the relationship they have shared has not always been great but offers his hand in reconciliation. He suggests that they have "lots of time" to repair the damage caused and urges the son to take the offer.
The song's chorus reflects the father's regret over how his actions had affected his son. He admits that he was not aware of the impact of his actions and never intended to cast a "shadow so opaque, so heavy, or so vast." The father then appeals to his son to forgive him and not leave him again, promising to forget the past.
The song depicts the complexities of parent-child relationships that undergo tumultuous times. The lyrics point to the fact that love and care, given without true understanding, can harm or hinder rather than help. The song emphasizes the importance of communication, understanding, and forgiveness in rebuilding relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
My lovely boy, where did you go?
Asking where someone dear went.
Caught in the sails? I don’t know…
Unsure of what caused the person's absence.
I waved you off—eighteen years old.
Saying goodbye to the person at a young age.
You came back angry and cold.
Noticing a significant change in the person upon their return.
I know we haven’t been the best of friends,
Acknowledging that the relationship had its issues.
but here’s an offer now that never ends.
Extending an offer of reconciliation.
Look how far my open hand extends.
Showing the willingness to forgive and reconcile.
We’ve got lots of time to make our mends;
Assuring that there is ample time to fix things.
on the holidays and at weekends.
Suggesting times for the person to reach out and reconcile.
Oh, I never really knew,
Expressing regret for not understanding sooner.
what, all my brags and boasts,
Understanding that bragging had a negative impact.
they must have done to you.
Acknowledging the impact of one's actions on the other person.
No, I never meant to cast,
Denying any intent to cause harm.
a shadow so opaque,
Admitting to being oblivious to the harm caused.
so heavy or so vast.
Acknowledging the magnitude of the situation.
My lovely boy, ah, there you are.
Expressing joy at the person's return.
I knew you couldn’t be far.
Having faith in the person's ability to return.
If all’s forgot,
Forgiving all past actions.
promise me then:
Asking for a promise not to leave again.
don’t ever leave me again.
Expressing the desire for the person to stay.
Contributed by Austin C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Matthew Prosser
It's unbelievable how little popularity this guy has. What's wrong with people?!
booperdee2
just look at what is popular
Lowest common denominator garbage
Максим Лавинюков
I've never been a fan of this genre, but THIS is just... wow
Motherfungler
Listen to both disc 1&2 every day at work without fail. Such a huge talent
В'ячеслав Наконечний
Best ever made post hard core album....conceptually...bravo Mr. Jamie Lenman...as Lennon of 21 century!
spookies
didn't know Jamie still made music after rueben! so excited checking all his stuff out
Niandra
ssspookies just thought I'd ping you in case you hadn't seen his new new stuff! Different again but still cool
Steve Bradley
This is seriously so good!!
Sam Jardine
This album didn't get near enough coverage
Pints of Guinness
how in the fuck does this not have more views.