Born on born 9th January 1987 in Paisley, Scotland, his father is of Italian descent and his mother Glaswegian, although his father's family have been in Scotland for four generations. Nutini had no formal music training, and was expecting to follow his father into the family fish and chip shop business. He was first encouraged to sing by his music-loving grandfather and a teacher at his school who recognised his talent. He left school to work as a roadie and to sell T-shirts for Speedway and spent three years learning the music business, performing live, alone and with a band, and working as a studio hand at Glasgow's Park Lane Studio.
His big chance came when he attended a concert for David Sneddon's return to his home town of Paisley at the beginning of 2003. Sneddon was delayed, and as the winner of an impromptu pop quiz, Nutini was given the chance to perform a couple of songs on stage during the wait. The favourable reaction of the crowd impressed another member of the audience, who offered to become his manager.
A Daily Record journalist, John Dingwall, saw him performing at the Queen Margaret Union, and invited him to appear live on Radio Scotland. Still only seventeen, he moved to London, and performed regularly at the Bedford pub in Balham whilst still legally too young to drink alcohol himself. Other radio and live appearances followed, including two live acoustic spots on Radio London, The Hard Rock Cafe, and support slots for Amy Winehouse and KT Tunstall.
His debut album, These Streets, produced by Ken Nelson (Coldplay/Gomez), was released on 17th July 2006, and immediately entered the U.K. album charts at number three. Many of the songs on the album, including "Last Request" and "Rewind", were inspired by a turbulent relationship with a girlfriend, and "Jenny Don't Be Hasty" is a true story about encounters with an older woman.
On 29th May 2009 Nutini released his second studio album, Sunny Side Up, after the first single from that album, "Candy", was released on 18th May. In July, he appeared on Friday Night with Jonathan Ross, performing "Coming Up Easy". This was released as the second single from the album on 10th August.
White Lies
Paolo Nutini Lyrics
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And it rests with your eyes
Please don't fade and please don't cry, coz it's all white lies
Take a chance and watch it fall, grab too much and lose it all
Now I've lost my disguise, it was all white lies
[Chorus]
Stay here, lie with me, oh lo-fi, lonely sighs
I will roam lost but never alone, hide with me, hide
Would it help if I tried, or has it sailed and passed me by
First love grows and then it dies, and it's all white lies
[Chorus]
Now you move with the tide, and I've heard you've found peace of mind
And now I know that life's design moves around white lies, white lies
White lies, white lies
In Paolo Nutini's "White Lies," the singer uses the concept of "white lies" to explore his relationships and the impact of honesty and dishonesty on those around him. The opening verses utilize figurative language, as he speaks of the "heart on the line" that rests within the eyes of his lover. He urges her not to give up or cry, as they navigate their relationship, knowing that they both have told lies.
The chorus repeats the phrase "stay here, lie with me," emphasizing the intimacy and connection they share. Nutini speaks of feeling lost and alone, but never truly alone, as he hides with his lover, feeling a sense of safety and comfort in their bond. He contemplates whether attempting to make amends or change the course of his relationship is worthwhile or if their love has already faded and died due to the lies they've told.
Overall, the song examines the tension between keeping secrets and being honest, and the complicated nature of love and relationships. As Nutini laments, "it's all white lies," acknowledging the ways in which dishonesty can ultimately lead to devastation and heartbreak.
Line by Line Meaning
There's a heart on the line
My emotions are at stake and vulnerable
And it rests with your eyes
Your actions and reactions will determine my fate
Please don't fade and please don't cry, coz it's all white lies
Don't let appearances deceive you, everything's not okay
Take a chance and watch it fall, grab too much and lose it all
Life is unpredictable and balance is key
Now I've lost my disguise, it was all white lies
My facade has been revealed, I can't hide the truth
[Chorus]
Repeated refrain
Stay here, lie with me, oh lo-fi, lonely sighs
Be present and comfort me in my sorrow
I will roam lost but never alone, hide with me, hide
I'll wander aimlessly but want you by my side
Would it help if I tried, or has it sailed and passed me by
Is there still hope or is it too late?
First love grows and then it dies, and it's all white lies
Love can change and fade, and the initial passion may not be true
Now you move with the tide, and I've heard you've found peace of mind
You've moved on while I'm still stuck in the past
And now I know that life's design moves around white lies, white lies
The world can be full of deception and half-truths
Lyrics © O/B/O CAPASSO, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JOHN FORTIS, PAOLO NUTINI
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"White Lies"
There's a heart on the line, and it rests with your eyes
Please don't fade and please don't cry, 'cause it's all white lies
Take a chance watch it fall, grab too much and lose it all
Now I've lost my disguise, it was all white lies
Stay here, lie with me here, oh lo-fi, lonely sighs
I will roam lost but never alone, hide with me, hide
Would it help if I tried, or has it sailed and passed me by
First love grows and then it dies, and it's all white lies
Stay here, lie with me here, oh lo-fi, lonely sighs
I will roam lost but never alone, hide with me, hide with me
Now you move with the tide and I've heard you've found peace of mind
And I know that life's design moves around white lies, white lies, white lies, white lies
Jamie Woodall
This music, and Paolo's raw vulnerability has carried me through the toughest of times, song after song, line after line , and word after word.... emerging now, and so so grateful for his insight and ability to bring me through the chaos....
xox
RedRiddin Hood
Very beautiful song... Stay here, lie with me here, oh lo-fi, lonely sighs I will roam lost but never alone, hide with me, hide with me. Especially beautiful if you understand this enchantment. Was playing while I enjoyed my own personal rainbow across my living room.
Dawyn.S. Hunter
very calm and lingering song and makes me feel like bursting skittles!
Allu vium
this song is so beautiful! :)
Melissa Demidov
HOW has it been 13 years????
JSgamingWGN
I agree
Anna María
@Melissa Demidov this song have 16-years😢😢
Jenny Hermans
love this song <3
Nadia Gelmo
every time I listen this song I am in tears because it's so sweet and so emotional and...
I can't explain what I feel it's impossible...😍😭
Charles Cushen
I totally get that... 🤗