Michael Crawford OBE (born 19 January 1942 in Salisbury, Wiltshire) is an i… Read Full Bio ↴Michael Crawford OBE (born 19 January 1942 in Salisbury, Wiltshire) is an internationally famous English actor and singer. He has won critical acclaim and numerous awards during his career, which includes work in radio, television, and the stage (including appearing on stage in West End in London and Broadway in New York). He notably originated the role of the Phantom in the musical 'The Phantom of the Opera', singing in well-received numbers such as "The Music Of The Night".

Finding his voice in a school choir, Crawford began his professional career still a teenager. Having some luck on the London stage in the early 60s, he then found his way onto the BBC and starred in various programmes such as 'Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em'. He also had film roles in 'The War Lover', 'A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum'. and 'How I Won the War' (which brought him into the same work as John Lennon).

Andrew Lloyd Webber's casting of him opposite Sarah Brightman and Steve Barton as the Phantom in 1986 shot his career into high gear. Winning a Tony Award for his role, Crawford also had the aforementioned tune, "The Music Of The Night", reach the British Top Ten. He has released several studio albums such as 'A Touch of Music in the Night' and 'On Eagle's Wings' among others.

You'll Never Walk Alone
Michael Crawford Lyrics

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When you walk through a storm
Hold your head up high
And don't be afraid of the dark
At the end of the storm
Is a golden sky
And the sweet silver song of a lark

Walk on through the wind

Walk on through the rain
Tho' your dreams be tossed and blown
Walk on, walk on
With hope in your heart

And you'll never walk alone
You'll never walk alone

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Michael Crawford's song "You'll Never Walk Alone" are an uplifting and inspiring message to anyone facing a difficult time. The first verse advises the listener to hold their head high and not be afraid of the dark, as there is always hope at the end of the storm. This is reinforced in the second verse, urging the listener to continue on through the wind and rain, even if their dreams are being tossed and blown. The final line, "you'll never walk alone," reinforces the message of hope and comfort, suggesting that even in the darkest of times, the listener will never be alone.

The song's message is simple, yet powerful, and has had a lasting impact on many people. It has been performed at a number of events and occasions, from sports matches to funerals, and is often used as a show of solidarity or support. The song's lyrics have even been used in political campaigns, such as during the 2019 UK General Election.

Interestingly, the song has its origins in a musical, "Carousel," written by Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II in 1945. The song was originally written for the character Nettie Fowler to sing as a show of support for the female lead, Julie Jordan. The song was later covered by a number of artists, including Elvis Presley, and became a popular anthem in its own right.

Line by Line Meaning

When you walk through a storm
When you venture through difficult times in life

Hold your head up high
Be confident and keep a positive attitude

And don't be afraid of the dark
Don't be intimidated by the obstacles ahead

At the end of the storm
When the trials come to an end

Is a golden sky
There's always something good waiting

And the sweet silver song of a lark
At the end of the storm, you'll hear beautiful things

Walk on through the wind
Keep moving forward, even with strong opposing forces

Walk on through the rain
Persist, even through the hardships

Tho' your dreams be tossed and blown
Even if your aspirations are challenged

Walk on, walk on
Don't give up, keep persevering

With hope in your heart
Remain optimistic