1) an Austral… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least nine artists with the name Paul Kelly:
1) an Australian singer-songwriter
2) an American film and TV composer
3) an American soul singer & songwriter
4) an Irish folk singer and songwriter
5) a member of British bands Birdie and East Village
6) a member of English rock band Northern Uproar
7) an English multi-instrumentalist for The Islanders
8) an American bass player
9) a member of The Martial Arts, BMX Bandits and How to Swim
1) Paul Kelly is an Australian singer-songwriter, based in Melbourne, and widely considered as an icon of Australian music. He has released music under his own name and as Paul Kelly and the Messengers, Paul Kelly and the Coloured Girls, and Paul Kelly and the Stormwater Boys. His output has ranged from bluegrass to studio-oriented dub reggae, but his core output comfortably straddles folk, rock, and even some country. His lyrics, simply and laconically voiced, have managed to speak to Australian experiences and history perhaps more broadly and directly than any other artist.
2) Paul Kelly is an American composer based in New York City. He is the talent that brings music to the world of film, TV, and advertising. He has been sought after by renowned directors, like Oliver Stone, for his blockbuster films, Savages, Any Given Sunday, Comandante and Oscar-Nominated short film Everything In This Country Must. Glowing reviews that Kelly has received, can be seen in the following from Thom Jurek, Soundings in Film, who say, “His moving sound constructions are full of emotions and moods — not all of them pleasant — and his takes on funk, rock, and blues are not journeyman, but those of a musician who takes these art forms seriously and seeks to represent them accurately in his utterances. Kelly may be a sketcher, but his sketches stand on their own outside the realm of the image,” and Frank O. Gutch Jr, Evolution In Film, who give glowing context to the work of Kelly in the following, “Paul Kelly knows what music is. He knows that it can be a setup, a climax, or an anticlimax. He knows the value of music applied to other media. More than that, he knows music. Not at all unlike a classical composer or even the rock band which plays beyond the fringe, he creates music for a reason.”
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3) Paul Kelly (born Paul Laurence Dunbar Kelly in Overtown, Miami, Florida, USA on 19 June 1940) is an American Soul singer, musician and producer. He is best known for the song "Stealing in the Name of the Lord", which was a hit in 1970. And in 1974 another hit with "Hooked, Hogtied & Collared" from the album with the same title. He also wrote "Personally", which has been widely-covered, and was a hit for soul singer Jackie Moore, as well as country singers Karla Bonoff and Ronnie McDowell. Other songs have been covered by gospel artists, including The Mighty Clouds Of Joy and The Staple Singers.
4) Paul Kelly (born 1957 in Dublin) is an Irish folk singer and songwriter. He has played Irish traditional music, bluegrass and country, and is equally at home in a variety of different styles of music.
5) Paul Kelly is a British member of Birdie and East Village
6) Paul Kelly is a member of English rock band Northern Uproar
7) Paul Kelly is an English multi-instrumentalist for The Islanders
8) Paul Kelly is an American bass player
9) a member of The Martial Arts, BMX Bandits and How to Swim
I'm On Your Side
Paul Kelly Lyrics
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You've been drinking from the Devil's own well
You're just hanging on to your pride
Hold on to me now
I'm on your side
I'm on your side when you think there's no one
I'm on your side when darkness falls
All you gotta do is call
The trees on the shoreline are all fresh from the rain
The ship on the water is heading for the main
Open your window, let the good air inside
You don't always know when
There's a change in the tide
I'm on your side when others turn on you
I'm on your side when your back's to the wall
I'm on your side
All you gotta do is call
I'm on your side though you might not believe it
I'm on your side when the shit rains down
I'm on your side
I'm gonna stand your ground, stand your ground
Ooh, call on me, all you gotta do is call
The song I'm On Your Side by Paul Kelly is a comforting and supportive song that assures the listener that no matter what they're going through, they have someone on their side. The opening lines set the tone for the song, describing the listener as someone who has been crying and drinking from the Devil's own well, indicating they may be going through some tough times. The next lines, however, provide comfort and assurance that even though the listener may feel alone and helpless, the singer is on their side and will be there for them. The repeated refrain of "I'm on your side" reinforces this message of unwavering support.
The second stanza paints a picture of hope and new beginnings with the imagery of the fresh trees and ship heading for the main. This is juxtaposed with the line "you don't always know when there's a change in the tide", suggesting that while things may seem difficult now, change is always possible and often comes unexpectedly. The singer assures the listener that no matter what happens, they'll be there to provide support and guidance in navigating these changes.
The final stanza reiterates the message of support and solidarity, even in the face of adversity. The line "I'm on your side when the shit rains down" suggests that even when things get difficult or messy, the singer will not abandon the listener. The repeated refrain of "stand your ground" encourages the listener to hold on and keep fighting, knowing that they have someone in their corner.
Overall, the song is a powerful testament to the importance of support and empathy in difficult times. It acknowledges that life can be tough, but reassures the listener that they are not alone in their struggles.
Line by Line Meaning
You've been crying a long long spell
You've been crying for an extended period of time
You've been drinking from the Devil's own well
You've been consuming things that are harmful to you
You're just hanging on to your pride
You're refusing to let go of your ego
Hold on to me now
Take my hand right now
I'm on your side when you think there's no one
I'm here for you when you feel all alone
I'm on your side when darkness falls
I'm supporting you when things get tough
I'm on your side
I'm your ally
All you gotta do is call
Just reach out to me
The trees on the shoreline are all fresh from the rain
The trees near the water look revived after the rain fall
The ship on the water is heading for the main
The ship is sailing towards the open sea
Open your window, let the good air inside
Allow some positivity into your life
You don't always know when there's a change in the tide
You might not be aware of the shift in situation
I'm on your side when others turn on you
I'll be by your side when others betray you
I'm on your side when your back's to the wall
I'm here for you when you're stuck and can't escape
I'm on your side
I'm your friend
All you gotta do is call
Just let me know you need me
I'm on your side though you might not believe it
I'm not going anywhere, even if you think otherwise
I'm on your side when the shit rains down
I'm here to support you through the bad times
I'm gonna stand your ground, stand your ground
I'm going to help you hold your position
Ooh, call on me, all you gotta do is call
Just reach out to me, I'll be there
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Paul Kelly, Daniel O Kelly
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Nicole Stott
One of my absolute favourite songs; accidentally found.
Amazing song for when shit hits the fan, or goes a bit wrong.
🖤💜
Bloody amazing.
Powerful.
The feeling in this song...
Hits the spot over and over again..
💌.
Nicole Stott
Fucking Amazing ❣️💯
Alice Eather
legend of Australia!
Nicole Stott
Yes