The band made their debut under Acid Jazz Records but subsequently found mainstream success under Sony. While under this label, three of their albums have charted at number one in the UK, including Emergency on Planet Earth (1993), Synkronized (1999) and A Funk Odyssey (2001). The band's 1998 single, "Deeper Underground", was also number one in their native country.
As of 2017, Jamiroquai had sold more than 26 million albums worldwide. Their third album, Travelling Without Moving (1996), received a Guinness World Record as the best-selling funk album in history. The music video for its lead single, "Virtual Insanity", also contributed to the band's success. The song was named Video of the Year at the 1997 MTV Video Music Awards and earned the band a Grammy Award in 1998.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jamiroquai
Studio albums
Emergency on Planet Earth (1993)
The Return of the Space Cowboy (1994)
Travelling Without Moving (1996)
Synkronized (1999)
A Funk Odyssey (2001)
Dynamite (2005)
Rock Dust Light Star (2010)
Automaton (2017)
King_For_A_Day
Jamiroquai Lyrics
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I'm coming back to you
I've just got to say
That everything we did is through
You tried to undermine
The better ranges of my nature
But soon you're going to find
You should have started talking straighter
I won't put you down
I'm in no hurry, baby
To see you go to ground
Because it's true what they say
You know it's true what they say
You're only king for a day
I guess you're happy that way
Well there's no hope
For peace and reconciliation
You're quick to play your hand
But what you haven't learnt is patience
So look before you leap
To tell the world your colored story
It's clear your talk is cheap
You'd do anything to get your glory
So spread your wings and fly
There is no doubt
You're so sorry inside you've got something to shout about
Because it's true what they say
You know it's true what they say
You're only king for a day
I guess you're happy that way
And there's no love
Ever to be lost between us
I guess this is because
The damage that you've done is so grievous
So I hang my head
To dwell on what might have been
But what you left instead
Is pieces of a broken dream
Now don't you worry
I won't put you down
I'm in no hurry
To see you go to ground
Because it's true what they say
You know it's true what they say
You're only king for a day
I guess you're happy that way
So spread your wings and fly
There is no doubt
You're so sorry inside you've
Got something to shout about
Because it's true what they say
You know it's true what they say
You're only king for a day
I guess you're happy that way
Don't you see that you're only king for a day
You must believe that
The lyrics of the song King_For_A_Day by Jamiroquai describe the aftermath of a failed relationship, where the singer expresses his clear stance of not going back to his former lover. He highlights that he has realized that everything they did together is over and cannot be repaired, as his partner constantly tried to undermine his true nature. The singer warns his former lover that soon they will realize that they should have been honest and straightforward in their communication.
The singer also criticizes his partner for trying to paint a picture of a colored story, which is nothing but a cheap attempt to gain glory. He advises them to be patient and consider their actions before making a move. The song's chorus repeats the phrase, "You're only king for a day," which may refer to the idea that the partner found some temporary satisfaction or joy in their behavior, which is bound to fade away eventually. The song ends with the singer acknowledging the irreversible loss of love and what could have been, while advising the former lover to spread their wings and fly.
Overall, the song King_For_A_Day by Jamiroquai serves as a powerful reminder that relationships require honesty, understanding, and patience. Without these qualities, the partnerships are bound to fall apart, leaving behind only broken pieces of a shattered dream.
Line by Line Meaning
There's no way
There is no chance
I'm coming back to you
I won't return to you
I've just got to say
I need to express myself
That everything we did is through
Our relationship is over
You tried to undermine
You attempted to weaken
The better ranges of my nature
My good qualities
But soon you're going to find
You will soon discover
You should have started talking straighter
You ought to have been more honest
Now don't you worry
Don't be concerned
I won't put you down
I won't insult you
I'm in no hurry, baby
I am not in a rush
To see you go to ground
To witness your failure
Because it's true what they say
It is correct what people say
You know it's true what they say
You acknowledge what others say
You're only king for a day
Your influence is temporary
I guess you're happy that way
I suppose that satisfies you
Well there's no hope
There is no optimism
For peace and reconciliation
To resolve our differences
You're quick to play your hand
You act impulsively
But what you haven't learnt is patience
You haven't developed patience
So look before you leap
Think before you act
To tell the world your colored story
To share your biased viewpoint
It's clear your talk is cheap
Your words hold no value
You'd do anything to get your glory
You'd do whatever it takes for fame
So spread your wings and fly
Go and pursue your dreams
There is no doubt
It is certain
You're so sorry inside you've got something to shout about
You have regret, but feel the need to brag
And there's no love
There is no affection
Ever to be lost between us
We will never regain our love
I guess this is because
I think this is due to
The damage that you've done is so grievous
The harm you've caused is significant
So I hang my head
I feel dejected
To dwell on what might have been
To think about what could have happened
But what you left instead
But what you actually left
Is pieces of a broken dream
Are shattered aspirations
Don't you see that you're only king for a day
Realize your power is temporary
You must believe that
You have to accept that
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JOHN WILLIAM FELDMANN
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@californyaeh
Jamiroquai Lyrics
"King For A Day"
There's no way
I'm coming back to you
I've just got to say
That everything we did is through
You tried to undermine
The better ranges of my nature
But soon your going to find
You should have started talking straighter
Now don't you worry
I won't put you down
I'm in no hurry, baby
To see you go to ground
Because it's true what they say
You know it's true what they say
Your only king for a day
I guess your happy that way
Well there's no hope
For peace and reconciliation
You're quick to play your hand
But what you haven't learnt is patience
So look before you leap
To tell the world your coloured story
It's clear your talk is cheap
You'd do anything to get your glory
So spread your wings and fly
There is no doubt
You're so sorry inside you've got something to shout about
Because it's true what they say
You know it's true what they say
You're only king for a day
I guess you're happy that way
And there's no love
Ever to be lost between us
I guess this is because
The damage that you've done is so grievous
So I hang my head
To dwell on what might have been
But what you left instead
Is pieces of a broken dream
Now don't you worry
I won't put you down
I'm in no hurry
To see you go to ground
Because it's true what they say
You know it's true what they say
You're only king for a day
I guess you're happy that way
So spread your wings and fly
There is no doubt
You're so sorry inside you've
Got something to shout about
Because it's true what they say
You know it's true what they say
Your only king for a day
I guess you're happy that way
Don't you see that your only king for a day
You must believe that..
@chainyrabbit
There's no way
I'm coming back to you
I've just got to say
That everything we did is through
You tried to undermine
The better ranges of my nature
But soon you're going to find
You should have started talking straighter
Now don't you worry
I won't put you down
I'm in no hurry, baby
To see you go to ground
Because it's true what they say
You know it's true what they say
You're only king for a day
I guess you're happy that way
Well there's no hope
For peace and reconciliation
You're quick to play your hand
But what you haven't learnt is patience
So look before you leap
To tell the world your colored story
It's clear your talk is cheap
You'd do anything to get your glory
So spread your wings and fly
There is no doubt
You're so sorry inside you've got something to shout about
Because it's true what they say
You know it's true what they say
You're only king for a day
I guess you're happy that way
And there's no love
Ever to be lost between us
I guess this is because
The damage that you've done is so grievous
So I hang my head
To dwell on what might have been
But what you left instead
Is pieces of a broken dream
Now don't you worry
I won't put you down
I'm in no hurry
To see you go to ground
Because it's true what they say
You know it's true what they say
You're only king for a day
I guess you're happy that way
So spread your wings and fly
There is no doubt
You're so sorry inside you've
Got something to shout about
Because it's true what they say
You know it's true what they say
You're only king for a day
I guess you're happy that way
Don't you see that you're only king for a day
You must believe that
@nannybebe74
This song is seriously stunning. So underrated.
@francemary1863
it is, he is magnificent. A voice, a melodic line, a lyrics to cry of emotion
@loupneige
Indeed, and like actually many songs from late nineties and early 2000s. An era where romance was particularly sharp and stylish. We are still not ready for this again yet.
@Brimstoneandfire
The first time I heard it, I was watching this video. Absolutely fantastic!
@Pipistrello4ever
Explain me HOW is this song underrated???? It's top on my heart's list!!
@badulli
Can not agree more! amazing song
@LGuiilhermee
Is this the place where ppl who love underrated songs find each other?!
@nannybebe74
Yes! Hello.
@lynharris1053
Yes it is my friend.x
@santiagoelsantos645
Yes, Nice to meet you, and welcome to the club.