1) Michael McD… Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one artist with this name, including:
1) Michael McDermott is an American singer-songwriter from Chicago who is also a member of The Westies.
2) Michael McDermott is one half of British duo Workshy.
3) Michael McDermott is been the drummer of American band The Bouncing Souls.
1) Michael McDermott (born August 24, 1969) is an American singer-songwriter from Chicago. He has been crafting personal, evocative music for almost two decades. His first album, 620 W. Surf, recorded when he was only 20 years old, established McDermott as a young man filled with poetry and power. Since then he has documented on vinyl his battles with booze, women, substances and faith. Comparisons to Springsteen, Dylan, Van Morrison and James Joyce have followed McDermott throughout his career, but on his later albums he has broken free of these influences to make highly original, potent music.
In 2013, McDermott formed The Westies together with Heather Horton, Ian Fitchuk, Joe Pisapia and Lex Price.
In 2016, McDermott released Willow Springs, named for the small town where he now resides.
In April 2018, McDermott released Out From Under and followed it with extensive domestic and international touring.
2) Michael John McDermott is one half of British duo Workshy, the smooth jazz / sophisti-pop duo from London.
3) Michael McDermott has been the drummer of The Bouncing Souls, a punk rock band from New Brunswick, New Jersey, formed in 1987, since 2000.
Around The World
Michael McDermott Lyrics
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I can take whatever you′ve got to give
Because I've cheated death so many times
Even when I didn′t want to live
So come down from your alter
And then baby I'll come down from my throne
Yeah I had to travel around the world
Just to fi nd my way home
Near the Champs-Elysees in Paris France
I bedded down with a starlet
Even when I didn′t think I stood a chance
So come down from your alter
And then maybe I′ll come down from my throne
Yeah I had to travel around the world
Just to fi nd my way home
I've been in books I′ve been in movies
I've rubbed elbows with many celebrities
I′ve jettisoned with the jet-set
I've fl own over six of the seven seas
So come down from your alter
And then maybe I′ll come down from my throne
Yeah I had to travel around the world
Just to fi nd my way home
I think that I have met some prophets
And I've befriended the lowest of the low
For a while I was a rich man
Now I haven't even a seed that I can sow
So come down from your alter
And then I′ll come down from my throne
Yeah I had to travel around the world
Just to fi nd my way home
The song "Around the World" by Michael McDermott is an autobiographical piece where the singer reflects on his travels and experiences across the globe. The lyrics take the listener on a journey through different iconic destinations from Paris to Hollywood, and also delve into personal struggles and moments of growth. The opening lines "Go ahead and throw your punches, I can take whatever you've got to give" suggest that the singer has faced challenges and obstacles, but he has learned to overcome them and move forward in life.
The repeated line "So come down from your alter and then maybe I'll come down from my throne" shows that the singer is aware of his own ego and the need to set it aside in order to connect with others. The chorus "Yeah I had to travel around the world just to find my way home" highlights the idea that sometimes we need to venture far away from our comfort zone in order to discover our true identity or purpose. The lyrics suggest that the singer may have lived a glamorous or exciting life, but ultimately he has realized that true fulfillment comes from within.
Overall, the song "Around the World" is a powerful reflection on the journey of life, and how we can overcome adversity and discover our true selves through travel, experiences, and personal growth.
Line by Line Meaning
Go ahead and throw your punches
I am not afraid of your attacks
I can take whatever you’ve got to give
I have survived many hardships and can handle more
Because I’ve cheated death so many times
I have faced near-death experiences multiple times and lived
Even when I didn’t want to live
Despite not wanting to live, I still managed to survive
So come down from your alter
Stop putting yourself above me
And then baby I’ll come down from my throne
I will stop acting superior if you do the same
Yeah I had to travel around the world
I had to explore different places
Just to find my way home
To understand where I truly belong
I went walkin’ with a bedlamite
I spent time with someone considered crazy by society
Near the Champs-Elysees in Paris France
In a specific location in France
I bedded down with a starlet
I slept with a famous woman
Even when I didn’t think I stood a chance
Despite thinking I had no chance, it still happened
I’ve been in books I’ve been in movies
My life has been recorded and portrayed on various media
I’ve rubbed elbows with many celebrities
I have met and interacted with many famous people
I’ve jettisoned with the jet-set
I have traveled with the wealthy and influential people
I’ve flown over six of the seven seas
I have traveled extensively around the world
I think that I have met some prophets
I have encountered people who claim to have divine knowledge
And I’ve befriended the lowest of the low
I have developed close relationships with people society deems unworthy
For a while, I was a rich man
I used to have a lot of money
Now I haven’t even a seed that I can sow
I am now in a position of poverty
So come down from your alter
Stop acting like you are better than me
And then I’ll come down from my throne
I will stop acting superior if you do the same
Yeah, I had to travel around the world
I had to go on a journey of self-discovery
Just to find my way home
To understand where I truly belong
Writer(s): Michael Mcdermott
Contributed by Kayla K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
wolftrack57
Michael, you've done it again. Feeling, writing and singing about the heartbeat of America. This needs to be seen and heard by everyone!! Share share share.
Dishwashing dj
Thanks for sharing - a true sense of a people's history is not what the scholars, media, hysterians, or diarists write, it's what the artists share that speaks the truth of the times. Again, thanks for sharing.
Dan Sweeney
Way to go Michael! Just now heard this for the first time on XRT and loved it! First reminded me of Not Dead Yet from the Bad Examples, an all time favorite.... Then I watched this video and it went to a whole new level! Keep pushing forward... We need this!
Tina Rhoades
Michael and Brian, great job!! It's a fabulous piece of songwriting with appropriately appointed video images. Cool nod to Dylan's "Subterranean Homesick Blues" and, possibly, U2's ZooTV images--except your work, as always, is so much more articulate, intense and captures this moment perfectly.
Dale Hicks
Great song writing and great song!! Love your music man!
sullivan2339
Amazing song- Amazing video- easily one of the best I've seen in 40 years!
Steven Gillis
Amazing track! The truth spoken right here, in this song!! Wake up folks :)
Patricia Castillo
I love the song and the lyrics.
Karla G
Shared on Facebook. This is a gem for our times.
G C
Summer Banger here. 🎩's off to you Michael...👏👏👏