Williams has received a record 18 Brit Awards, winning Best British Male Artist four times, Outstanding Contribution to Music twice, an Icon Award for his lasting impact on British culture, eight German ECHO Awards, and three MTV European Music Awards. In 2004, he was inducted into the UK Music Hall of Fame after being voted the Greatest Artist of the 1990s. According to the British Phonographic Industry (BPI), he has been certified for 20.2 million albums and 8.66 million singles in the UK as a solo artist. Five of his albums have also topped the Australian albums chart, and has sold 75 million records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling music artists of all time. He also topped the 2000–2010 UK airplay chart. His three concerts at Knebworth in 2003 drew over 375,000 people, the UK's biggest music event to that point. In 2014, he was awarded the freedom of his hometown of Stoke-on-Trent and had a tourist trail created and streets named in his honour. Williams' thirteenth album, XXV was released on 9 September 2022.
After 15 years, Williams rejoined Take That in 2010 to co-write and perform lead vocals on their album Progress, which became the second-fastest-selling album in UK chart history and the fastest-selling record of the century at the time. The subsequent stadium tour, which featured seven songs from Williams' solo career, became the biggest-selling concert in UK history when it sold 1.34 million tickets in less than 24 hours. In 2011, Take That frontman Gary Barlow confirmed that Williams had left the band for a second time to focus on his solo career, although he stated that the departure was amicable and that Williams was welcome to rejoin Take That in the future. Williams has since performed with Take That on three separate television appearances, and collaborated with Barlow on a number of projects such as the West End musical The Band.
We Will Rock You
Robbie Williams Lyrics
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Playin' in the street gonna be a big man some day
You got mud on yo' face
You big disgrace
Kickin' your can all over the place
Singin'
We will we will rock you
Buddy you're a young man hard man
Shouting in the street gonna take on the world some day
You got blood on yo' face
You big disgrace
Wavin' your banner all over the place
We will we will rock you
Sing it
We will we will rock you
Buddy you're an old man poor man
Pleadin' with your eyes gonna make
You some peace some day
You got mud on your face
Big disgrace
Somebody betta put you back into your place
We will we will rock you
Sing it
We will we will rock you
Everybody
We will we will rock you
We will we will rock you
Alright
Robbie Williams' cover of Queen's classic "We Will Rock You" is a high-energy adaptation that is just as catchy as the original. The song is a battle cry, rallying fans to come together and make some noise. In the first verse, Williams addresses a young boy, urging him to make his mark and become the man he's destined to be. The lyrics "You got mud on yo' face, You big disgrace" are a teasing taunt to encourage the boy towards greatness. The chorus delivers an unambiguous message of defiance, promising that everyone will rock together, united in the call of the music.
In the second verse, Williams addresses a young man who's ready to take on the world. He's battle-hardened and fearless, with blood on his face and a banner waving. The chorus repeats, backing the young man with promises of support and strength. The final verse is addressed to an old, poor man, with a plea in his eyes. The lyrics "Somebody betta put you back into your place" are a call to return to a simpler way of life, where community and music can bring about peace. The song ends with an insistent call to arms, promising that everyone can, and will, rock.
Line by Line Meaning
Buddy you're a boy make a big noise
Hey, young man! You're making a lot of noise, and it's great!
Playin' in the street gonna be a big man some day
Keep playing in the streets, because you're going to grow up to be somebody important.
You got mud on yo' face
You have some dirt on your face, but that's okay. Don't worry about it.
You big disgrace
You may feel like you're not good enough sometimes, but don't let that hold you back!
Kickin' your can all over the place
You're having fun, and that's the most important thing. Keep it up!
Singin' We will we will rock you
Sing along with me! We're going to rock it together!
Buddy you're a young man hard man
You're growing up and becoming stronger. Keep pushing yourself!
Shouting in the street gonna take on the world some day
Your voice is powerful, and someday you're going to use it to do amazing things.
You got blood on yo' face
You've been working hard, and you may have a few scratches or bruises to show for it. That's okay!
You big disgrace
You may not always feel like you're doing your best, but you're amazing just the way you are!
Wavin' your banner all over the place
You're showing your pride and passion for life. Keep on waving that banner high!
Sing it We will we will rock you
Together, we will make our dreams come true. Let's rock it!
Buddy you're an old man poor man
You may be getting older, and life may have had its ups and downs. But you're still awesome!
Pleadin' with your eyes gonna make
You may be asking for help or support sometimes, but that's okay. We're here for you!
You some peace some day
We all long for peace and happiness in our lives. Keep striving for it!
Somebody betta put you back into your place
Sometimes we need someone to give us a little push or guidance. That's okay too!
Everybody We will we will rock you
This is a message for everyone! We can all work together to make a difference and rock the world!
Alright
Let's do this! We're going to rock it!
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Brian Harold May
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Robbie Williams is literally a character you would read in a book or watch on a movie. It's almost hard to believe he is real, he is such a character. Everything about him oozes entertainment. Love this man.
MrsSlocombes PuddyCat
🙂 Oozes sexual tension more like. Not a great singer....but man he has the "It" factor.
Raul Garcia
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Raul Garcia
Perdón Rober de los Wilias
Kelly Blechynden
Very quiet polite and humble in person
kahuna3901
I'm not a massive fan, but by god his presence here is incredible. Absolutely what the show needed
Inna Kuzmina
😅
Jlo Brun
woooo ! take a lool at his Live at Knebworth 2003 !!
Carolyn Feldman
Robbie is AMAZING in this performance. He blew it out of the water. LOVED his vocals and the incredible energy!!!
Robbie Williams
I hope many of my song make you smile a lot ? Because It has always been my dream ever since I was a little boy to always make people's smile a lot and I think I have make a lot of smile through my music. I am grateful for the talent I have and I must confess it is amazing to be in such position.............