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.
There Go I
John Wesley Lyrics
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always seems to be you that takes the fall
the summer that was her is gone forever
you knew she was going but not that far
People always ready to come down upon you
say you choose your luck
like you choose a tie
you feel like just laying down to die
Before you go and do such a bad thing
I'll let go a little secret that I hide
I had to walk a mile in your shoes
so listen up cause this rings true
but for the grace of God
there go I
and you are not alone here on the edge
Very few in this world mean to harm you
some of those who do
don't even try
there are those of us here who really love you
so just take what you have and don't ask why
The lyrics to John Wesley's song "There Go I" speak to the experience of feeling like you are constantly taking the fall in life, like winter comes too early every year and you are the one left out in the cold. It's a song about feeling lost and alone, like the choices you've made in life haven't amounted to anything and you're just waiting for the end. But then the chorus comes in, and the whole tone of the song shifts.
The lyrics "But for the grace of God, there go I" speak to the idea that we are all flawed, we all make mistakes, and we are all just trying to do the best we can with what we have. And even when things are hard, even when we feel like we're teetering on the edge, we are not alone. There are people out there who love us, who care about us, who want to see us succeed. It's a song about finding hope in the face of despair, and about the importance of empathy and understanding.
Line by Line Meaning
This year the winter comes too early
The trials and troubles of life come unexpectedly, just like winter arriving too soon.
Always seems to be you that takes the fall
You seem to be the one whom life brings down, causing you to suffer and face difficulties.
The summer that was her is gone forever
Good times have passed, and it is hard to relive them.
You knew she was going but not that far
Although you knew change was coming, you did not expect it to be so drastic.
People always ready to come down upon you
It often feels like others are quick to criticize or blame you.
Say you choose your luck like you choose a tie
People wrongly think that your circumstances are entirely within your control and that you can easily change them like picking out a tie.
And when those choices don't add up to nothing
When things don't go as planned, and your choices seem pointless, it can be demoralizing.
You feel like just laying down to die
The pain and disappointment can be overwhelming, leaving you feeling hopeless and helpless.
Before you go and do such a bad thing
Before you take drastic action out of despair,
I'll let go a little secret that I hide
There is a piece of wisdom I can share with you.
I had to walk a mile in your shoes
I have experienced what you are going through and can relate.
So listen up cause this rings true
Pay attention, as what I am saying is important and accurate.
But for the grace of God, there go I
But for the mercy of God, I could be in your position, experiencing the same struggles you are.
And you are not alone here on the edge
You are not alone in your pain and desperation, as others have experienced it too.
Very few in this world mean to harm you
Most people do not intend to hurt you, but circumstances and misunderstandings can cause pain.
Some of those who do don't even try
Sometimes, people who hurt you do so unintentionally or without any effort to do so.
There are those of us here who really love you
There are people who care for and support you, even if you may not realize it.
So just take what you have and don't ask why
Accept what life has given you and do not dwell on why things are the way they are.
Contributed by Alyssa J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Joshua Elliott
Thanks for these. I'm in a John Wesley class and your videos are a huge help deciphering his sermons.