The former ballet student and hardcore tequila drinker released her first, self-titled album across Europe in 1999 to critical acclaim. Her music has been described as a blend of 'folking soul' and 'urban campfire blues'.
After a break from the live scene, Taylor returned last summer with a spectacular opening set for Morcheeba at Somerset House.
Taylor released the beautiful 'A Simple life' in 2005 having just signed a major publishing deal with Warner Chappell Music. She also features on both Dido records, P*NUTs debut album 'Sweet As' (Cheeky Records/BMG, released Sept 2003) and Jason Sparks 'Heroes and Villains' (Botchit and Scarper, released 2004) and has written with ex spicegirl Melanie Chisholm and new artists One Eskimo, Paolo Nutini, Belle and The Hempolics.
All Or Nothing
Pauline Taylor Lyrics
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If I was around, would you not be?
I'm ready to give
'cause its all or nothing
If I give a hand, would it be too much?
If I was your rock, would you roll me?
You string me along,
And you leave,
Everything the last minute
I'm running out of steam
Trying to hang on but my hands are weak
Will I have everything or end up with nothing?
If I give it up, will you take me down?
If I was a game, would you play me?
I can't really say that I'm getting something, that I need
Whats taking so long?
Can it be so hard?
Are you happy to keep me waiting?
I know something is wrong, but I don't know whats happening to me
And you breathe, life into me
Then you blow me away
And I can see
All our world fading
So save me, I need you
Won't you please
Put an end to this misery
Will I have everything, or end up with nothing?
And you breathe, life into me
Then you blow me away
And I can see
All our world fading
So save me, I need you
Won't you please
Put an end to this misery
Will I have everything, or end up with nothing?
The lyrics in Pauline Taylor's song All Or Nothing is a plea from the singer to the person she loves to commit to a serious relationship, rather than constantly stringing her along or keeping her waiting. The opening lines of the song, "If I could be yours, would it be so bad? If I was around, would you not be?" reflect the singer's desire for the person to want to be with her, and not view it as a negative thing.
The lyrics go on to convey the singer's willingness to wholeheartedly commit to this person, but only if they are willing to reciprocate. She proclaims "I'm ready to give 'cause it's all or nothing," indicating that she is not interested in a half-hearted relationship. The chorus reinforces this sentiment, with the repeated line "It's all or nothing, from me," conveying the singer's unwavering commitment and desire for the same from the person she loves.
However, the singer expresses frustration with the person's indecisiveness and tendency to leave everything to the last minute. She questions whether giving up everything for this person will ultimately result in being let down, and wonders aloud if they are happy to keep her waiting. Despite this uncertainty, the singer still feels strongly about this person, stating "And you breathe life into me/Then you blow me away/And I can see/All our world fading/So save me, I need you."
Fact 1: All Or Nothing was released as a single in the UK in September 2002.
Fact 2: The song was later included on Pauline Taylor's album "Addicted."
Fact 3: The music video for All Or Nothing features a woman wandering through an abandoned city.
Fact 4: The song was remixed by Olive and released as a single in 2003.
Fact 5: All Or Nothing was featured in an episode of the TV series "Rescue Me."
Fact 6: Pauline Taylor released her debut album "Tales of the City" in 2000.
Fact 7: The singer-songwriter has collaborated with artists such as Groove Armada and Tom Tom Club.
Fact 8: All Or Nothing was playlisted on BBC Radio 2 in the UK.
Fact 9: Pauline Taylor began her music career as a member of the band The Jammin' Unit.
Fact 10: The singer has also worked as a voiceover artist and appeared in a number of TV commercials.
Chords: Unfortunately, the chords for this song are not known to us.
Line by Line Meaning
If I could be yours, would it be so bad?
I am willing to give myself to you completely, but I wonder if you would reject me if I did.
If I was around, would you not be?
I want to know if you truly want me in your life or if you would be better off without me.
I'm ready to give
'cause its all or nothing
I am willing to give everything to you because I believe that true love requires complete commitment.
If I give a hand, would it be too much?
I am willing to help you in any way I can, but I am afraid that my efforts might be too much for you to handle.
If I was your rock, would you roll me?
I want to be a source of strength and support for you, but I am afraid that you might take advantage of my devotion.
You string me along,
But its all or nothing, from me.
You keep me hanging on, but I am not content with half-hearted love. I need all of you, or nothing at all.
And you leave,
Everything the last minute
You procrastinate and wait until the last possible moment to make decisions, leaving me uncertain and anxious.
I'm running out of steam
Trying to hang on but my hands are weak
I am exhausted from trying to hold on to our relationship, but I feel powerless to keep us together.
Will I have everything or end up with nothing?
I wonder if you will ever fully commit to our relationship, or if I will always be left wanting more.
If I give it up, will you take me down?
I worry that if I lower my guard and open myself up to you completely, you will hurt me and bring me down.
If I was a game, would you play me?
I fear that you might see me as a toy or a source of amusement, rather than as a person who deserves love and respect.
I can't really say that I'm getting something, that I need
I feel like something is missing in our relationship, but I cannot identify what it is that I truly need.
Whats taking so long?
Can it be so hard?
Are you happy to keep me waiting?
I am frustrated by how slow our relationship is progressing, and I wonder if you are intentionally dragging your feet to avoid committing to me.
I know something is wrong, but I don't know whats happening to me
I have a sense that something is not right in our relationship, but I am not sure what it is or how to fix it.
And you breathe, life into me
Then you blow me away
And I can see
All our world fading
So save me, I need you
Sometimes you make me feel truly alive and invigorated, but other times you seem distant and indifferent, and I feel like our relationship is falling apart. Nonetheless, I still need you to save me and revive our love.
Won't you please
Put an end to this misery
Will I have everything, or end up with nothing?
I implore you to take decisive action to save our relationship, and I worry that if we cannot repair our broken love, I will be left with nothing in the end.
Contributed by Mason H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Ciarán Brennan
Great job.. love your voice!! and cool song to boot!! 5*****
oldnrone
Great performance, as always!
Jim McCullough
No need to be unsure about it, Dinchen, you sing this song flawlessly. Your contrast between strong and soft is pretty, you've got a great bluesy feel, and those few high notes (where you go up into head voice) are particularly soulful. ~ Jim
skeletone111
Great job on this!!!! 5*****
Ray Mullins
It sounds great to me... if it was hard then you never showed it... and you have this most amazing and booming voice...so soulful and sultry...at 1 :39 you belted out so vocals and I was like WHOAAAAA Damn... You are so damn great dinah... Thank for being such a friend not to just me but everyone.... Ray 5/5
Emma Saville
awesome job!!
Tsutsomu
Well done !
Silent
Great!!
hajo rettig
Hier bist du wieder voll in deinem Element;-)Es macht einfach Spaß dir zuzuhören!!!!Ein super Song wie nicht anders von dir erwartet;-)Einfach nur gut:-)!!!!!!!Ganz liebe Grüße*****hajo*****
Willi Eder
immer wieder mal hör und seh ich mir dein Cover an, es gefällt nach wie vor...pretty cool, super gesungen u. performed...congrats..