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).
This is the Moment
John Barrowman Lyrics
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Leading a life apart
When love flew in through my window wide
And quickened my hum-drum heart
Love flew in through my window
I was so happy then
But after love had stayed a little while
Love flew out again
What is this thing called love?
This funny thing called love?
Just who can solve its mystery?
Why should it make a fool of me?
I saw you there one wonderful day
You took my heart and threw my heart away
That's why I ask the Lawd up in Heaven above
What is this thing called love?
You gave me days of sunshine
You gave me nights of cheer
You made my life an enchanted dream
'Til somebody else came near
Somebody else came near you
I felt the winter's chill
And now I sit and wonder night and day
Why I love you still
The lyrics of John Barrowman's song What Is This Thing Called Love? are a reflection on the power and mystery of love. The singer describes their life as dull and uneventful, until love enters their life and breathes new energy into their existence. The metaphor of love flying in through their window conveys the sudden and unexpected nature of falling in love. The singer is overjoyed by the arrival of love, but their happiness is short-lived, as love soon leaves them again.
The chorus of the song poses a series of questions about the nature of love. It asks who can solve the mystery of love, and why it has the power to make a fool of those who experience it. The singer's personal experience of love has left them with more questions than answers, as they have been left heartbroken and wondering why they still love someone who has moved on to someone else.
The final verse of the song looks back on the positive aspects of the singer's relationship with their former lover. They describe how their life was transformed by the love they shared, but also acknowledge the pain that has come with losing that love. The singer is left to wonder why they still love someone who has moved on, highlighting the enduring power of love to affect and shape our lives long after it has gone.
Line by Line Meaning
I was a hum-drum person
I led a boring, uneventful life
Leading a life apart
I was isolated from others, living alone
When love flew in through my window wide
Suddenly, without warning, I fell in love
And quickened my hum-drum heart
My heart was awakened and filled with excitement
Love flew in through my window
Love came into my life unexpectedly
I was so happy then
My happiness knew no bounds
But after love had stayed a little while
However, love was fleeting and didn't last long
Love flew out again
Love left me just as quickly as it came
What is this thing called love?
What is the true nature of this strange and inexplicable emotion?
This funny thing called love?
Why is love often unpredictable and confusing?
Just who can solve its mystery?
No one can fully understand the mystery of love
Why should it make a fool of me?
Why does love often cause people to act foolishly?
I saw you there one wonderful day
I remember the exact moment when I first saw you
You took my heart and threw my heart away
You captured my heart, but later broke it with your rejection
That's why I ask the Lawd up in Heaven above
That's why I turn to God for answers
You gave me days of sunshine
You brought happiness and joy to my life
You gave me nights of cheer
You made my evenings merry and bright
You made my life an enchanted dream
You made my life feel like a fairy tale
'Til somebody else came near
However, when someone else caught your attention
Somebody else came near you
Another person caught your eye
I felt the winter's chill
I felt a cold emptiness inside
And now I sit and wonder night and day
I'm left to ponder and question my feelings constantly
Why I love you still
Why do I continue to love you, despite the pain and heartache?
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Cole Porter
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