In the 1990s Barrowman appeared on the BBC children's Saturday morning variety show 'Live & Kicking', as host of the 'Electric Circus' segment, reporting on technology news. He then moved on to 'The Movie Game', a children's television game show. In the late 1990s he was one of the regular presenters on Five's afternoon show 'Five's Company'. (Wikipedia)
He is probably most famous for playing the role of Captain Jack Harkness on the hit BBC series 'Doctor Who,' as well as in its spin-off 'Torchwood.'
John has an extensive musical theatre resume, having appeared in 'Anything Goes', 'Beauty and the Beast', 'Phantom of the Opera', 'Sunset Boulevard', and 'Miss Saigon', among many other West End Shows. He has also appeared on Broadway in 'Sunset Boulevard' (his broadway debut) and the Stephen Sondheim revue 'Putting It Together.'
He's also known for being a judge on shows like 'How Do You Solve a Problem Like Maria' (both the UK and Canadian versions), 'I'd Do Anything' and 'Any Dream Will Do.' he will also be hosting a new BBC talent show in 2009 called, 'Tonight's the Night.'
He has recorded three pop albums for Sony: 'Another Side' (2007), 'Music Music Music' (2008) and 'John Barrowman' (2010).
So Close
John Barrowman Lyrics
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And all the world is gone
The music playing on
For only two
So close togehter
And when I'm with you
So close to feeling alive
A life goes by
Romantic dreams must die
So I bid mine goodbye
And never knew
So close was waiting
Waiting here with you
And now, forever, I know
All that I want is to hold you
So close
So close to reaching
That famous happy and
Almost believing
This one's not pretend
Now you're beside me
And look how far we've come
So far
We are
So close...
Oh, how could I face the faceless days
If I should lose you now?
We're so close to reaching
That famous hapyp end
Almost believing
This one's not pretend
Let's go on dreaming
Though we know we are
So close
So close, and still
So far...
The lyrics of John Barrowman's 'So Close' are a romantic and passionate display of the intensity of love. The first few lines explain how when the person he loves is in his embrace, it seems that the rest of the world does not exist. The music playing in the background reminds that they are alone, together, and the only ones left. The chorus line, "So close to feeling alive," elucidates how the presence of his lover is what brings him to life.
The second verse is where the overall theme of the song comes into play. Life passes by very quickly, and dreams that one imagined in idealizing love and romance are now gone. Having let go of his own dreams, he finds solace in the companion of his lover, whom he had not realized was waiting so close to him all along. Now that he has a second chance, he never wants to let go and wants only to hold his lover close.
The last few lines of the song are an expression of his gratitude towards his lover, highlighting how they have come so far together, and how much they have overcome. They are so close to their happy ending, to experiencing true love, and to believing that the love they have is not just pretend. The song ends on a blissful and hopeful note, with a plea to keep dreaming while they are so close to their ultimate goal.
Line by Line Meaning
You're in my arms
I am holding you close and tight.
And all the world is gone
The entire world fades away because all of my focus is on holding you.
The music playing on
The background music continues to play while we embrace each other.
For only two
There is only you and me in this moment.
So close together
We are embracing each other closely.
And when I'm with you
Whenever I am in your presence
So close to feeling alive
I feel incredibly alive and present when I am with you.
A life goes by
Life moves on quickly.
Romantic dreams must die
Sometimes, we have to let go of romantic fantasies and ideals.
So I bid mine goodbye
I have to say farewell to some of my previous romantic aspirations.
And never knew
I didn't realize until now.
So close was waiting
My dream of being close to someone was within arms reach.
Waiting here with you
The moment of closeness is happening right here between us.
And now, forever, I know
I have come to a realization that will stay with me forever.
All that I want is to hold you
The only thing I desire is to keep holding on to you.
So close
We are so close to each other.
So close to reaching
We are so close to attaining our shared goal.
That famous happy end
The happy ending that everyone longs for.
Almost believing
It feels like we are about to achieve our goal.
This one's not pretend
This experience is genuine and real.
Now you're beside me
You are right next to me.
And look how far we've come
We have come so far together.
So far
The journey so far has been long and rewarding.
We are
Together, we are an unstoppable force.
So close...
Our closeness is undeniable.
Oh, how could I face the faceless days
I wouldn't be able to face my future without you.
If I should lose you now?
Losing you now is a frightening thought for me.
Let's go on dreaming
We should continue to dream big and strive for more.
Though we know we are
Even though we are aware of our current situation.
So close
We are extremely close to each other.
So close, and still
Despite how close we are, we still have a long way to go.
So far...
We have yet to reach the end.
Contributed by Joshua H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Meghs
Had no idea John Barrowman did a version of this! I adored this song in enchanted, it makes me so emotional :')
This is perfect! I love his voice! Plus this as a duet is amazing
Ratizi
A beautiful Disney song by a beautiful man. If John did a Disney movie as a voice actor I would just about die <3
Pink Bällchen
Brilliant Version from this Song!! Thanks so much for this sharing!! Fantastic, fantastic, fantastic!!
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Jack Harkness And here we can see Captain Jack complimenting himself.
rosemary nieves
my favourite version
love the matching voices
awesome rendition
Ser Torrhen Clegane
I never saw this song as a duet until now.
Luminarynova
OMG! I LOVE IT!
Rosie
I swear I was wearing knickers a minute ago. BARROWMAN! *shakes fist* And whoa, Jodie's no slouch in the vocal department. I'm sorry, how am I supposed to do anything other than listen to this on repeat for like a year?
Percy Seong
I didn't know I needed this until now.
pumpkinofdoom
Barrowman has the voice of the perfect Broadway singer. *is much in love*