Nathan … Read Full Bio ↴Nathan Carter (born 28 May 1990) is an Irish country singer.
Nathan was born in Liverpool to parents from Northern Ireland. He began playing the accordion at age 4 and at age 10, he won the title for All Ireland Title for Traditional Singing. At 18 he moved from Liverpool to live in Ireland.
His debut album, Starting Out, was released in 2007 and from then on he has been known for reviving the genre of Country and Irish in both the United Kingdom and Ireland. Nathan released his latest album Where I Wanna Be in August 2013. His cover of the single "Wagon Wheel" has topped the main Irish Singles Chart.
Island Town
Nathan Carter Lyrics
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Two spires rise so high guarding the town tonight watching over me so I don't feel so lone
In the dark of the night light like a beacon got me home
It's my own Island Town It's my own Island Town
Forever with me no matter wherever I roam
It's my own Island Town
I travel far and wide I laugh I love and I cry
But on those late nights in dreams she calls to meThe town of strength and pride whose souls shine bright as the diamonds their hearts are finally free
Now the tears from the pastime reach the sea
It's my own Island Town
It's my own Island Town
Forever with me no matter wherever I roam
It's my own Island Town
It's my own Island Town
(Music)
It's my own Island Town
It's my own Island Town
Forever with me no matter wherever I roam
It's my own Island Town
It's my own Island Town
The song "Island Town" by Nathan Carter tells the story of a person who has left their hometown and is traveling far and wide. However, even though they love to explore and see new things, they know that their Island Town will always be their true home. The lights of the castle walls flicker across the water, reminding them of the life and history of their town. Two spires rise high above the town, as if guarding it from harm. These physical structures symbolize the strength and pride of the people who live there.
In the dark of the night, a light from the town acts as a beacon, guiding the person home. No matter where they go or what they do, the town is forever with them. Even in dreams, the town calls to them, reminding them of the beauty and importance of their roots. The souls of the people shine bright like diamonds, free from the burdens of the past. The tears from past times have reached the sea, allowing the person to move forward, but always carrying the memories of their Island Town with them.
Overall, "Island Town" is a tribute to the importance of one's home and the sense of belonging it provides. It shows that no matter how far a person may go, they will always be connected to the place where they came from.
Line by Line Meaning
The lights of the castle walls they flicker across the water and it seems to me they have a life of their own
The castle lights reflect on the water, giving the impression of a lively spirit.
Two spires rise so high guarding the town tonight watching over me so I don't feel so lone
Tall spires protect the town and the singer, providing comfort and security.
In the dark of the night light like a beacon got me home
At night, the town's light shines like a guiding beacon to lead the singer home.
It's my own Island Town It's my own Island Town
The town belongs to the singer, and it is his home.
Forever with me no matter wherever I roam
Despite traveling far and wide, the town and its memories will always stay with the singer.
I travel far and wide I laugh I love and I cry
The singer explores the world and experiences life in all its forms.
But on those late nights in dreams she calls to me
The singer dreams of the town, and it calls out to him.
The town of strength and pride whose souls shine bright as the diamonds their hearts are finally free
The town is full of strong and proud people whose spirits are free.
Now the tears from the pastime reach the sea
The singer's memories of the past, including sad moments, flow into the sea.
It's my own Island Town
The singer recognizes that the town is uniquely his.
It's my own Island Town
The repetition of the lyric emphasizes how personal and important the town is to the singer.
(Music)
The music is a reflection of the singer's deep emotions and connection to the town.
It's my own Island Town
The last repetition is a definitive declaration of the singer's love and ownership of the town.
It's my own Island Town
The final repetition leaves a lasting impression of the singer's feeling of belonging and attachment to the town.
Writer(s): JOE MCSHANE, JOHN JOSEPH PETTIFER, NATHAN KANE TYRONE CARTER
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