"If You've got the money", was released in October 2006 and reached No.13 in the UK top 40, and most recently
"Calm Down Dearest" was released in the UK on January 15, 2007, reaching No.12, his highest charting commercial success.
"Panic Prevention", Jamie's Debut album, was released on 29/1/2007 - although it was also leaked on the internet 3 weeks earlier. Jamie's no stranger to internet bootleggers, there's also a naughty 'Demos' album hanging around on the world wide highway containing alternative and live performances.
On March 1, 2007, Treays was voted as Best Solo Artist at the NME Awards, at Hammersmith Palais in London, England. He held off more established names like Thom Yorke & Jarvis Cocker, to receive the award.
Jamie T is currently working on his second album with a few track titles being released; including "Sticks and Stones", "Spiderwebs", "Hocus Pocus", "368", "Jilly Armeen", "British Intelligence", "Dance of the Young Professionals", "Man's Machine", "Earth, Wind & Fire", "Emily's Heart" and "Bruce". Also an unnamed track featuring backing vocals from Florence And The Machine's Florence Welch is set to be on the record. "Sticks n' Stones EP" is set to be released June 29th with The album "Kings & Queens" following late Summer.
On January 12th 2009, a music video appeared on Jamie's website for a new song, "Fire Fire". The track has elements of Jamie's trademark sound but incorporates faster rhythms, a punk aesthetic and a more abrasive sound than previous singles. Jamie T has said to NME "'Fire Fire' won't be released as a single nor will it be on the new album, it's just a thank you for the fans being so patient." He did announce a date for his new single though, The 'Stick 'N' Stones' EP which is to be released June 29th.
May 21st saw the release of the official video for his latest single "Sticks 'N' Stones". In an email received by subscribers to his website, Jamie said, “Just a little note to say thanks to everyone who’s supporting Sticks ‘N’ Stones. We just finished shooting a little video for the track the other day, so fresh out the edit room it is here for your enjoyment. It was a lot of fun to make and we hope you like it. Hope to see you all soon….. Thanks Jamie”. The video was shot entirely in the London suburb of Wimbledon where Jamie is from and features scenes of him and others, including fellow band members.
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Dry Off Your Cheeks
Jamie T Lyrics
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Looking at you looking at you oh shit shit I'll go cook myself a brew
Love it oh sometimes at least I fall
Put it up to much to call home sometimes
Well I dance the two step look at you swing
Not sure what I mean don't know what I sing
I just dance on the harpsichord string
Lose it down when you're tip toe dancing
Enhancing all the pressure prancing
All around this place every night and
Day when we were in the rat race
Shouting back to the oldest people
Chat at the tenor in the cold top steeples
Like no screaming
My dear they wull dry off ya cheeks
And never been down the factor to much of
That can bring you right down to tragedy more oh me
Losing myself in this race
You see me see me see me see me seeing me
See me see me me me
What's in my liberty
In a hectic test a no one protest'n you when imp so damn scared
Live for the life and the love I need and lead in the life 'cause I never
Play fair
My old heart it's been 13 hours too much of you my friend my dear and now I cower
Looking at you looking at you oh shit shit I'll go cook myself a brew
I got my own way home I got my own keys
So why you looking at me like you're a lady
I got my own kinda groovy
Smoking too much and drinking
You bring yourself down in pain
Bdbbyebdbdyebdbyebdye
For the love of the living and the live cut free
She all on the dance floor while I drink whiskey
And look to the corner think about me all about me
Never go self 'cause you walk with a pelvis white boy Elvis dance around
This floor much quicker than you
Look at this look at the boys dancing think they're impressing but they ain't
Do shit I'm on groove from the grooving loosing as I use ya as
I go moving crying the tears not for myself and not for you honey have no
Fear
And now I break to the floor when the old piano comes crashing
Sometimes I'm not sure what I'm gonna do but I ain't here for more
Take my last match with desperate passions and few up facts
My old heart it's been 13 hours too much of you my friend my dear and now I cower
Looking at you looking at you oh shit shit I'll go cook myself a brew
Love it oh sometimes at least I fall
Put it up too much to call home
Sometimes
The song "Dry Off Your Cheeks" by Jamie T is a somewhat nonsensical and stream-of-consciousness reflection on life, love, and fear. The opening line, "My old heart, it's been 13 hours too much of you my friend my dear and now I cower," sets the tone for the rest of the song. Jamie T seems tired and overwhelmed, and the repetition of "looking at you" suggests that he's struggling to make sense of what's going on around him. The line "Love it oh sometimes at least I fall" suggests that Jamie T is not completely unhappy; he's acknowledging that sometimes he enjoys the ups and downs of life.
The following lines, "Well I dance the two step look at you swing / Not sure what I mean don't know what I sing / I just dance on the harpsichord string," suggest a surreal and dreamlike quality to the song. Jamie T seems to be floating through life, unsure of what he's doing or where he's going. The imagery of the harpsichord and the dancing reinforces this sense of unreality. The lines "In a hectic test a no one protest'n you when imp so damn scared / Live for the life and the love I need and lead in the life 'cause I never play fair" suggest that Jamie T is struggling to find his place in the world, but he's determined to keep going and make the most of his life.
Overall, "Dry Off Your Cheeks" is a complex and multifaceted song that defies easy interpretation. Jamie T's lyrics are poetic and evocative, full of vivid imagery and unexpected turns of phrase. The song is both melancholy and uplifting, reflective of the ups and downs of life itself.
Line by Line Meaning
My old heart it's been 13 hours too much of you my friend my dear and now I cower
I have spent too much time with you, and now I am overwhelmed and scared to face you.
Looking at you looking at you oh shit shit I'll go cook myself a brew
I don't know how to handle my emotions when I face you, so I'll go make a cup of tea.
Love it oh sometimes at least I fall
Even though I love being with you, I sometimes mess up.
Put it up to much to call home sometimes
Sometimes, our relationship feels like too much, and I don't know if I belong here.
Well I dance the two step look at you swing
I dance around my feelings, while trying to understand yours.
Not sure what I mean don't know what I sing
I am confused and lost in my emotions and thoughts.
I just dance on the harpsichord string
I am caught between different emotions, swinging back and forth like a harpsichord string.
Move it down when you're coming up
I try to adjust my feelings when you're feeling good or happy.
Lose it down when you're tip toe dancing
I try to control my emotions when you're being delicate and sensitive.
Enhancing all the pressure prancing
Every situation adds pressure to our relationship.
All around this place every night and day when we were in the rat race
Our relationship is constantly under pressure, even when we're trying to enjoy ourselves.
Shouting back to the oldest people
We try to communicate with each other, but sometimes it feels like we're talking to an older generation.
Chat at the tenor in the cold top steeples
We try to communicate even when things feel cold and distant between us.
Like no screaming
We're trying to have a peaceful conversation without any arguments.
My dear they wull dry off ya cheeks
You don't have to cry anymore, I will comfort you.
And never been down the factor to much of
I haven't experienced the intense emotions that you have.
That can bring you right down to tragedy more oh me
I understand that these emotions can be too much to handle.
Losing myself in this race
I feel lost and overwhelmed in our relationship.
You see me see me see me see me seeing me
I want you to understand me and see me for who I am.
See me see me me me
I want to be seen and heard.
What's in my liberty
I want to be free to express my feelings and emotions.
In a hectic test a no one protest'n you when imp so damn scared
I'm scared to speak up and protest when things get hectic and overwhelming.
Live for the life and the love I need and lead in the life 'cause I never play fair
I want to live my life and love the way I want to, even if it's not fair to others.
I got my own way home I got my own keys
I am independent and don't want to rely on anyone.
So why you looking at me like you're a lady
I don't want to be judged or looked at like I'm weak.
I got my own kinda groovy
I have my own unique way of doing things.
Smoking too much and drinking
I am trying to cope with my emotions by self-medicating.
You bring yourself down in pain
Your actions are causing you pain and sadness.
Bdbbyebdbdyebdbyebdye
This line is nonsensical and has no meaning.
For the love of the living and the live cut free
I want to experience life and love freely without any restrictions.
She all on the dance floor while I drink whiskey
While you're having fun and dancing, I prefer to drink and do my own thing.
And look to the corner think about me all about me
I often find myself lost in my own thoughts, thinking about myself and my emotions.
Never go self 'cause you walk with a pelvis white boy Elvis dance around
I try not to be self-centered, but sometimes I can't help but dance to my own tune.
This floor much quicker than you
I move faster and live my life at my own pace.
Look at this look at the boys dancing think they're impressing but they ain't
I don't care about impressing anyone with my dancing, unlike other guys.
Do shit I'm on groove from the grooving loosing as I use ya as I go moving crying the tears not for myself and not for you honey have no fear
I am lost in my own emotions, but I am not crying for myself or for you. Don't worry, everything will be okay.
And now I break to the floor when the old piano comes crashing
I am overwhelmed and emotional when I hear the piano crash.
Sometimes I'm not sure what I'm gonna do but I ain't here for more
Sometimes, I don't know how to handle my emotions, but I don't want to be in this situation anymore.
Take my last match with desperate passions and few up facts
I am willing to take risks and make big changes to escape this situation.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JAMIE ALEXANDER TREAYS
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NoodlesAteMyBaby
My old heart it's been 13 hours
Too much of you my friend my dear and now I cower
Looking at you looking at you
Oh shit shit I'll go cook myself a brew
Love it, oh sometimes at least I fall
Put it up too much to call home sometimes
Well I dance the two step look at you swing
Not sure what I mean don't know what I sing
I just dance on the harpsichord string
Move it down when your coming up
Lose it down when your tip toe dancing
Enhancing all the pressure prancing
All around this place every night and
Day when we were in the rat race
Shouting back to the oldest people
Chat at the bartender in the cold top steeples
Like no screaming
My dear they will dry off ya cheeks
And never been down the factor too much of
That can bring you right down to tragedy more oh me
Losing myself in this race
You see me see me see me see me seeing me
See me see me me me
What's in my liberty?
In a hectic test a no one protest in you when imp so damn scared
Live for the life and the love I need
And the lead in the life cos I never play fare
My old heart it's been 13 hours
Too much of you my friend my dear and now I cower
Looking at you, looking at you
Oh shit, I'll go cook myself a brew
I got my own way home, I got my own keys
So why you looking at me like you're a lady
I got my own kinda groovy
Smoking too much and drinking
You bring yourself down in pain
Bdbbyebdbdyebdbyebdye
For the love of the living and the live cut free
She all on the floor while I drink whiskey
And look to the corner think about me all about me
Never go self cos your walk with a pelvis white boy Elvis dance around
This floor much quicker than you
Look at this look at the boys dancin think there impressin but they ain't do shit
I'm on groove from the grooving loosing as I use ya as
I go moving crying the tears not for myself and not for you honey have no fear
And now I break to the floor when the old piano comes crashing
Sometimes I'm not sure what I'm gonna do but I ain't here for more
Take my last match with desperate passions and a few up facts
My old heart it's been 13 hours
Too much of you my friend my dear and now I cower
Looking at you, looking at you
Oh shit, I'll go cook myself a brew
My old heart it's been 13 hours
Too much of you my friend my dear and now I cower
Looking at you, looking at you
Oh shit, I'll go cook myself a brew
My old heart it's been 13 hours
Too much of you my friend my dear and now I cower
Looking at you, looking at you
Oh shit, I'll go cook myself a brew
Love it, oh sometimes at least I fall
Put it up too much to call home
Sometimes
Samuel Powell
So much energy, his voice just flows. Indescribable really!
NoodlesAteMyBaby
My old heart it's been 13 hours
Too much of you my friend my dear and now I cower
Looking at you looking at you
Oh shit shit I'll go cook myself a brew
Love it, oh sometimes at least I fall
Put it up too much to call home sometimes
Well I dance the two step look at you swing
Not sure what I mean don't know what I sing
I just dance on the harpsichord string
Move it down when your coming up
Lose it down when your tip toe dancing
Enhancing all the pressure prancing
All around this place every night and
Day when we were in the rat race
Shouting back to the oldest people
Chat at the bartender in the cold top steeples
Like no screaming
My dear they will dry off ya cheeks
And never been down the factor too much of
That can bring you right down to tragedy more oh me
Losing myself in this race
You see me see me see me see me seeing me
See me see me me me
What's in my liberty?
In a hectic test a no one protest in you when imp so damn scared
Live for the life and the love I need
And the lead in the life cos I never play fare
My old heart it's been 13 hours
Too much of you my friend my dear and now I cower
Looking at you, looking at you
Oh shit, I'll go cook myself a brew
I got my own way home, I got my own keys
So why you looking at me like you're a lady
I got my own kinda groovy
Smoking too much and drinking
You bring yourself down in pain
Bdbbyebdbdyebdbyebdye
For the love of the living and the live cut free
She all on the floor while I drink whiskey
And look to the corner think about me all about me
Never go self cos your walk with a pelvis white boy Elvis dance around
This floor much quicker than you
Look at this look at the boys dancin think there impressin but they ain't do shit
I'm on groove from the grooving loosing as I use ya as
I go moving crying the tears not for myself and not for you honey have no fear
And now I break to the floor when the old piano comes crashing
Sometimes I'm not sure what I'm gonna do but I ain't here for more
Take my last match with desperate passions and a few up facts
My old heart it's been 13 hours
Too much of you my friend my dear and now I cower
Looking at you, looking at you
Oh shit, I'll go cook myself a brew
My old heart it's been 13 hours
Too much of you my friend my dear and now I cower
Looking at you, looking at you
Oh shit, I'll go cook myself a brew
My old heart it's been 13 hours
Too much of you my friend my dear and now I cower
Looking at you, looking at you
Oh shit, I'll go cook myself a brew
Love it, oh sometimes at least I fall
Put it up too much to call home
Sometimes
John Smith
Cheers man
NoodlesAteMyBaby
@John Smith you're welcome!
charmides898
God years and several albums later this is still my favourite song and I don't know why. Well, tied with Ike and Tina
XXIVVIXCIII
Same funnily enough.
S x
Probably the emotions
martin Ashworth
such a good tune
elmoelmslie2
best song on panic prevention in my opinion
Darren Finlay
Even after 10 years its still so fresh