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.
Worried Man
Paolo Nutini Lyrics
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And heavy on his gut
He feels he's being punished
For the bad things he has done
Help him Jesus, help him
Send him down a sign
'cause he feel's he is getting old before his time
And he is sitting at the table
The table he has set
He is begging for the courage to redeem some self respect
Help him Jesus, help him
Walk along the line
'cause he feel's he is getting old before his time
He says it takes a worried man
To sing a worried song
It takes a worried man
To sing a worried song
It takes a worried man
To sing a worried song
He is worried now
But he won't be worried long
He broke her heart on a warm and sunny day
Oh he broke her heart on a warm and sunny day
When she heard what he had to say
All that sun soon went away
He broke her heart on a cold and windy day
He says it takes a worried man
To sing a worried song
It takes a worried man
To sing a worried song
It takes a worried man
To sing a worried song
He is worried now
But he won't be worried long
And so he moves towards his sweet redeeming light
Shadows cast but none obscure his sight
And they wonder where he is going
While he is knelt before her throat
Refusing to go down without a fight
He says it takes a worried man
To sing a worried song
It takes a worried man
To sing a worried song
It takes a worried man
To sing a worried song
He is worried now
But he won't be worried long
The lyrics to Paolo Nutini's "Worried Man" tell the story of a man with a troubled conscience. He is plagued by worries and regrets, feeling as though he is being punished for past mistakes. He pleads for help from Jesus and begs for the courage to redeem his self-respect. Nutini's use of religious imagery presents the man's desperation and the severity of his situation.
Despite his troubles, the man does not give up hope. He acknowledges that it takes a worried man to sing a worried song, suggesting that his struggles have pushed him to express himself in a way that others can relate to. He also recognizes that his worries will not last forever, reminding himself that he "won't be worried long."
Overall, "Worried Man" is a heartfelt and emotionally charged song, using powerful lyrics and a strong vocal performance from Nutini to convey the struggle of a troubled man seeking redemption.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh worries are about
The man is troubled by something in his life.
And heavy on his gut
His worries are weighing him down and causing him distress.
He feels he's being punished
The man believes he is being punished for past mistakes.
For the bad things he has done
He thinks his current troubles are caused by his past actions.
Help him Jesus, help him
The man is asking for divine intervention to help him.
Send him down a sign
He wants a clear signal from God about what he should do.
'cause he feel's he is getting old before his time
The man feels like his worries are making him age prematurely.
And he is sitting at the table
The man is reflecting on his life and current situation.
The table he has set
He is the one who has created the problems in his life.
He is begging for the courage to redeem some self respect
He wants to turn his life around and earn back his self-respect.
Walk along the line
He wants guidance and direction in his life.
He broke her heart on a warm and sunny day
The man hurt someone he cared about.
When she heard what he had to say
His words caused her pain and heartbreak.
All that sun soon went away
The happiness and warmth in their relationship disappeared.
He broke her heart on a cold and windy day
His actions caused emotional pain and turmoil for both of them.
And so he moves towards his sweet redeeming light
The man is trying to change his life and become a better person.
Shadows cast but none obscure his sight
Despite challenges and obstacles, he is determined to stay on the right path.
While he is knelt before her throat
He is asking for forgiveness and trying to make things right with the person he hurt.
Refusing to go down without a fight
He is committed to making amends and doing better in the future.
He is worried now
Despite his efforts to change, the man is still anxious about his future.
But he won't be worried long
He is optimistic that his hard work and determination will pay off in the end.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: PAOLO GIOVANNI NUTINI
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@onehotgossip
"Worried Man"
Oh worries are about
And heavy on his gut
He feels he's being punished
For the bad things he has done
Help him Jesus, help him
Send him down a sign
'cos he feel's he is getting old before his time
And he is sitting at the table
The table he has set
He is begging for the courage to redeem some self respect
Help him Jesus, help him
Walk along the line
'cos he feel's he is getting old before his time
He says it takes a worried man
To sing a worried song
It takes a worried man
To sing a worried song
It takes a worried man
To sing a worried song
He is worried now
But he won't be worried long
He broke her heart on a warm and sunny day
Oh he broke her heart on a warm and sunny day
When she heard what he had to say
All that sun soon went away
He broke her heart on a cold and windy day
He says it takes a worried man
To sing a worried song
It takes a worried man
To sing a worried song
It takes a worried man
To sing a worried song
He is worried now
But he won't be worried long
And so he moves towards his sweet redeeming light
Shadows cast but none obscure his sight
And they wonder where he is going
While he is knelt before her throat
Refusing to go down without a fight
He says it takes a worried man
To sing a worried song
It takes a worried man
To sing a worried song
It takes a worried man
To sing a worried song
He is worried now
But he won't be worried long
@EmmelineBT
Just beautiful!
@artsyfartsy5646
I'm getting some serious Bob Dylan vibes here. With some Simon & Garfunkel. I love it.
@Honeycar21
Best ❤
@odonnell12
Underrated
@onehotgossip
"Worried Man"
Oh worries are about
And heavy on his gut
He feels he's being punished
For the bad things he has done
Help him Jesus, help him
Send him down a sign
'cos he feel's he is getting old before his time
And he is sitting at the table
The table he has set
He is begging for the courage to redeem some self respect
Help him Jesus, help him
Walk along the line
'cos he feel's he is getting old before his time
He says it takes a worried man
To sing a worried song
It takes a worried man
To sing a worried song
It takes a worried man
To sing a worried song
He is worried now
But he won't be worried long
He broke her heart on a warm and sunny day
Oh he broke her heart on a warm and sunny day
When she heard what he had to say
All that sun soon went away
He broke her heart on a cold and windy day
He says it takes a worried man
To sing a worried song
It takes a worried man
To sing a worried song
It takes a worried man
To sing a worried song
He is worried now
But he won't be worried long
And so he moves towards his sweet redeeming light
Shadows cast but none obscure his sight
And they wonder where he is going
While he is knelt before her throat
Refusing to go down without a fight
He says it takes a worried man
To sing a worried song
It takes a worried man
To sing a worried song
It takes a worried man
To sing a worried song
He is worried now
But he won't be worried long
@romane2312
Entendue dans un restaurant british hier soir... magnifique
@tjmofficial1109
I love this song it was my Nan that introduced it to me
@BuddyBuddy21
Why cant ya find the tune paulo does...love god.. any where on utube...some 1 upload it plz
@casstui
This song should have been in the Hateful Eight
@fabiennedelecluyse6807
A real great "earworm"...seems to be a traditional song!? Am I correct?