Jenkins was born in Neath, Wales, where she and her sister Laura were raised by their parents Selwyn John (1924–1995) and Susan. She has twin half-sisters from her father's first marriage, neither of whom she has met.
Six out of seven of Jenkins's studio albums reached number one in the classical charts between 2004 and 2008, selling a total of more than 4 million copies. After her first album, Premiere, made her the fastest-selling mezzo-soprano to date she became the first British classical crossover artist to have two number one albums in the same year. She is also the first female artist to win two consecutive Classical BRIT Awards: her second album, Second Nature, reached number 16 in the UK pop charts and was Album of the Year in the 2005 BRIT Awards.
On Sunday 25th November 2007, Katherine Jenkins' new album 'Rejoice' entered the 'Official UK Album Chart' at number 3. Katherine beat off stiff competition from the likes of Girls Aloud, Led Zeppelin, Spice Girls, Take That and Celine Dion.
Kiss from a Rose
Katherine Jenkins Lyrics
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You became the light on the dark side of me
Love remained a drug that's the high and not the pill
But did you know that when it snows my eyes become large and
The light that you shine can be seen?
Baby I compare you to a kiss from a rose on the gray
And now that your rose is in bloom a light hits the gloom on the gray
There is so much someone can tell you, so much she can say
You remain my power, my pleasure, my pain
Baby to me you're like a growing addiction that I can't deny
Won't you tell me is that healthy baby?
But did you know that when it snows my eyes become large and
The light that you shine can be seen?
Baby I compare you to a kiss from a rose on the gray
Oh, the more I get of you the stranger it feels, yeah
And now that your rose is in bloom a light hits the gloom on the gray
I've been kissed by a rose on the gray
I've been kissed by a rose
I've been kissed by a rose on the gray
I've been kissed by a rose on the gray
There is so much someone can tell you, so much she can say
You are my power, my pleasure, my pain
To me you're like a growing addiction that I can't deny
Won't you tell me is that healthy baby?
But did you know that when it snows my eyes become large and
The light that you shine can be seen?
Baby I compare you to a kiss from a rose on the gray
Oh, the more I get of you the stranger it feels, yeah
And now that your rose is in bloom a light hits the gloom on the gray
Yes, I compare you to a kiss from a rose on the gray
Oh, the more I get of you the stranger it feels, yeah
And now that your rose is in bloom a light hits the gloom on the gray
Now that your rose is in bloom a light hits the gloom on the gray
The lyrics of "Kiss From A Rose" by Katherine Jenkins are a fascinating blend of poetry and symbolism. The opening lines describe a graying tower standing alone on the sea; this serves as a metaphor for a person lost and lonely in the world. The next line features the phrase "you became the light on the dark side of me", representing the start of a relationship which illuminates the darkness of the other's life. The next two lines read "Love remained a drug that's the high and not the pill". This represents the potent intensity of love and its addictive nature, something that is enjoyable and not necessarily curative.
One of the most intriguing parts of the song is the repeated line "But did you know that when it snows my eyes become large", this seems to serve as a metaphor for the clarity the person feels when they are with their beloved. The snow represents clarity of vision, making their eyes appear larger. The comparison of the loved one to a "kiss from a rose on the gray" adds to the rich imagery of the song. In nature, a rose blooms in full color only after it has been kissed by the sun; this can be seen as a metaphor for the blossoming of the singer's relationship. Overall, Katherine Jenkins's "Kiss From A Rose" is a love song that blends poetic symbolism with romantic themes.
Line by Line Meaning
There used to be a graying tower, alone on the sea
There was a lonely, gray tower standing alone on the sea
You became the light on the dark side of me
You brought light to a dark part of my life
Love remained a drug that's the high and not the pill
Love is a powerful feeling that can't be replaced by something as simple as a pill
But did you know that when it snows my eyes become large and
Do you know that when it snows my eyes get bigger
The light that you shine can be seen?
I can see the light that you radiate
Baby I compare you to a kiss from a rose on the gray
I see you as a special and beautiful thing that stands out on a gray background
Oh, the more I get of you the stranger it feels, yeah
The more I get to know you, the more different and unexpected things I discover about you
And now that your rose is in bloom a light hits the gloom on the gray
Now that you have blossomed into something beautiful and bright, you have brightened up the previously dark surroundings
There is so much someone can tell you, so much she can say
There are countless things someone can tell you and express to you
You remain my power, my pleasure, my pain
You hold so much power over me, and bring me a mix of happiness and pain
Baby to me you're like a growing addiction that I can't deny
I see you as something I am becoming increasingly addicted to and can't resist
Won't you tell me is that healthy baby?
I am questioning whether this addiction to you is healthy or not, and asking for your input
I've been kissed by a rose on the gray
I have experienced something beautiful and special that stands out on a bleak background
Yes, I compare you to a kiss from a rose on the gray
Yes, I see you as something beautiful and special that stands out on a bleak background
Now that your rose is in bloom a light hits the gloom on the gray
Now that you have blossomed into something beautiful and bright, you have brightened up the previously dark surroundings
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Henry Olusegun Adeola Samuel
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Aisling Kelleher
Her voice is so powerful, and this arrangement of Seal's calssic is excellent!
foxhounduk2k8
Brilliant voice. So full of soul . A real talent. You can tell that she's the real deal.
Anne Norskog
Gorgeous young lady with a voice like an angel! Her mezzo soprano voice is like liquid gold. This is fabulous rendition of a fantastic song. I love it!
psininja92
She's one of the most successful classical singers of this world, and I love when she sings Cross-over! I'd love to meet her one day! Too bad her music isn't popular in the US, cuz she's popular in many other countries.
TheGuanche88
This voice is so crystal clear, it's just amazing.
aymokay
her voice is simply awesome, much better than the popular artists
Ritsu Chan
Que voz tan dulce y armonica. Me encanta esta version
GrahamP5310
Isn't she just the most beautiful singer in the world? Just fantastic!
Mr.Happy_Joker
She has such the ANGEL VOICE!!!
DJ KevyCav
My all time favorite song. she sung it amazingly!