Most recently, Wesley has performed as sideman, guitarist/vocalist for critically acclaimed Atlantic/Roadrunner Records U.K.-based recording act Porcupine Tree, during the In Absentia, Deadwing, Fear of a Blank Planet, and The Incident world tours. Wesley's versatility shows from his diverse touring background. In recent years he has performed lead guitars and background vocals for White Lion front man Mike Tramp, subbed on lead guitar and bass for Gainsville's Sister Hazel, and as lead guitarist for Scottish neo-prog band Fish on many lengthy European, American and South American Tours and on several U.S. and European Solo dates.
In 2005, Wesley produced and recorded his fifth studio release, Shiver, co-produced by Mark Prator, and mixed by Steven Wilson of Porcupine Tree.
He has an official fan website at http://www.john-wesley.com where fans can read lyrics, view photos and preview album clips.
On the 24th August 2007, John Wesley announced that he was making the majority of his solo material available for free download on his website http://www.john-wesley.com, in what he called his "Share the Wes" policy. He will still be offering certain CDs and new releases for purchase at gigs and online.
2. John Wesley was an American soul singer of the 1960s, who released most of his music on the Melic record label. Most of his recordings were credited to John Wesley & The Four Tees, except for a 1966 single called 'Love Is Such a Funny Thing', which was recorded with The Four Tees but credited to Wesley alone.
Alone-Together
John Wesley Lyrics
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and the space begins to breathe
distance seems to come alive
why this emptiness between you and me
Where is your compassionate smile
come here take hold of me
I'll stroke your hair for a little while
just rest your eyes, it'll be all right you see
We sit alone, together
your Crystal Blues have turned to ice
your heart is colder then November
what is it that I've failed to recognize
I could make all of this better
just don't close your eyes
I could make all of this better
just don't close your eyes
I could make all of this better
please don't close your eyes
The lyrics of John Wesley's song "Alone-Together" speak to the feeling of disconnection between two people who are supposedly close. The people in the song are physically together, but emotionally they are miles apart. The line "we sit alone together" is a powerful metaphor for this feeling - even though they are in the same space, they might as well be miles away. As the song progresses, the feeling of disconnect intensifies, with the distance between them manifesting as a physical, breathing space.
The singer seems to be trying to reach out to the other person with compassion, urging them to open up and let themselves be vulnerable. He is desperate to connect and feels that he could make things better, but the other person seems distant and unresponsive. The singer's frustration and confusion is palpable in the line "what is it that I've failed to recognize," as he grapples with the fact that he doesn't understand what's causing the distance between them. The song ends on a plaintive note, with the singer pleading with the other person not to close their eyes - a symbolic gesture that suggests they are shutting off emotionally from each other.
Overall, "Alone-Together" is a hauntingly beautiful song that captures the feeling of emotional disconnect that can occur even when people are physically close. The lyrics are open to interpretation, but they speak to a universal theme that many people can relate to - the feeling of desperately trying to connect with someone who seems out of reach.
Line by Line Meaning
We sit alone together
We are physically in each other's presence, but emotionally disconnected
and the space begins to breathe
The distance between us becomes palpable and overwhelming
distance seems to come alive
The emotional distance between us becomes more tangible
why this emptiness between you and me
What is causing this emotional void between us?
Where is your compassionate smile
I miss the warmth and kindness in your expression
come here take hold of me
Please show me physical affection and closeness
I'll stroke your hair for a little while
Let me comfort you in a small way
just rest your eyes, it'll be all right you see
Take a break from your worries, everything will be okay
your Crystal Blues have turned to ice
Your once vibrant and clear emotions are now cold and distant
your heart is colder then November
You are emotionally distant and closed off
what is it that I've failed to recognize
I am unsure why we have become so disconnected
I could make all of this better
I have the power to improve our relationship
just don't close your eyes
Keep yourself open and receptive to me
please don't close your eyes
I am begging you to stay open and present with me
Contributed by Aaron R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.