His debut album entitled The Voice followed in May 2001, a mixture of operatic arias and covers of pop songs, topping the UK classical music charts and eventually reaching number five in the UK album charts. Later when released in the United States the album took the number one spot and made history as the first time a British artist has held both the US and UK classical number one. The album featured a duet with Cleo of girlgroup Cleopatra (band) on the song 'Someone like You'. Cleo also did a duet with Russell on his third album 'Reprise' on the song 'The Best That Love Can Be' Cleo.
Prior to the formation of Velvet Revolver, Russell Watson was asked by Slash (former guitarist of Guns n' Roses and currently in Velvet Revolver) whether he would be their singer, however he rejected; on grounds of continuing his solo career, at least for the time being.
Also in 2001, Watson sang the opening theme of Star Trek: Enterprise, "Where My Heart Will Take Me" (written by Diane Warren), originally sung by Rod Stewart for Patch Adams. The song was remixed to be more upbeat in 2003. Watson also sang it live at the Commonwealth games opening ceremony in England in 2002.
In late 2002, he released the single "Nothing Sacred - A Song For Kirsty" to raise money for the Francis House children's hospice in Didsbury, Manchester. Their campaign to raise £5 million was fronted by Kirsty Howard, a seven-year-old girl with a serious heart defect. The song reached number 17 in the UK singles chart. [2]
Watson won the Album of the Year at the Classical Brit Awards in both 2001[3] and 2002[4], also collecting Best-Selling Debut Album (2001) and Best-Selling Album (2002). He recently played Parson Nathaniel in the stage adaptation of Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of the Worlds which toured the UK in early 2006.
Perhaps Watson’s most unusual collaboration to date is with former Happy Mondays singer Shaun Ryder on Watson’s first album The Voice. Ryder lends his vocals to the Freddie Mercury and Montserrat Caballé song "Barcelona".
Where My Heart Will Take Me
Russell Watson Lyrics
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Getting from there to here
It's been a long time
But my time is finally near
And I can feel the change in the wind right now
Nothing's in my way
And they're not gonna hold me down no more
No, they're not gonna hold me down
'Cause I've got faith of the heart
I'm going where my heart will take me
I've got faith to believe
I can do anything
I've got strength of the soul
And no one's gonna bend or break me
I can reach any star
I've got faith
I've got faith, faith of the heart
It's been a long night
Trying to find my way
Been through the darkness
Now I finally have my day
And I will see my dream come alive at last
I will touch the sky
And they're not gonna hold me down no more
No, they're not gonna change my mind
'Cause I've got faith of the heart
I'm going where my heart will take me
I've got faith to believe
I can do anything
I've got strength of the soul
And no one's gonna bend or break me
I can reach any star
I've got faith, faith of the heart
I've known the wind so cold, I've seen the darkest days
But now the winds I feel, are only winds of change
I've been through the fire and I've been through the rain
But I'll be fine
'Cause I've got faith of the heart
I'm going where my heart will take me
I've got faith to believe
I can do anything
I've got strength of the soul
And no one's gonna bend or break me
I can reach any star
'Cause I've got faith of the heart
I'm going where my heart will take me
I've got strength of the soul
No one's gonna bend or break me
I can reach any star
I've got faith
I've got faith, faith of the heart
It's been a long road
Russell Watson's "Where My Heart Will Take Me" is an inspirational song that tells the story of someone who has been on a long journey and is finally nearing their destination. The song is about faith and the belief that anything can be achieved if one has the will and determination to do so. The lyrics speak of the struggles that the singer has faced along the way, but also of the hope and courage that they have found within themselves.
The opening lines, "It's been a long road getting from there to here, it's been a long time but my time is finally near," set the stage for the rest of the song. The singer has been through a lot, but they are now in a place where they can see their goals coming to fruition. They feel the wind changing, and they know that nothing can stand in their way. The rest of the song talks about the faith and strength that the singer possesses, and their determination to follow their own heart wherever it may lead them.
The chorus is particularly powerful, with its repeated refrain of "I've got faith of the heart." This phrase speaks to the idea that faith and belief in oneself can overcome any obstacle, and that with the right mindset, anything is possible. The song is ultimately a message of hope and encouragement, urging us to believe in ourselves and to trust in the path that our hearts lead us on.
Line by Line Meaning
It's been a long road
The journey has been difficult and exhausting
Getting from there to here
Progress has been made, despite the challenges faced
It's been a long time
The struggle has been ongoing for a while
But my time is finally near
Success is closer than ever before
And I can feel the change in the wind right now
The tides are turning and success is imminent
Nothing's in my way
There are no obstacles that will prevent success
And they're not gonna hold me down no more
No one will be able to restrain the success that is coming
'Cause I've got faith of the heart
Belief and confidence in oneself will lead to victory
I'm going where my heart will take me
Success will come from pursuing one's passions and dreams
I've got faith to believe
Confidence in oneself is necessary for success
I can do anything
Success is achievable with the right mindset and determination
I've got strength of the soul
A deep core of inner strength and resilience will prevent defeat
And no one's gonna bend or break me
No one will be able to cause the failure or defeat
I can reach any star
Success and achieving one's goals is possible
I've known the wind so cold, I've seen the darkest days
Previous failures and struggles have been painful and difficult
But now the winds I feel, are only winds of change
A positive change is coming, and it can be sensed
I've been through the fire and I've been through the rain
Past struggles and challenges have been both intense and prolonged
But I'll be fine
Despite past struggles, success is still attainable and the future is bright
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DIANE WARREN
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