The band were founded at the University of Dundee in 1994 by Lightbody, Mark McClelland, and Michael Morrison of Shrug. After briefly using the name Polarbear, releasing the EP Starfighter Pilot (1997) and losing Morrison as a member, the band became Snow Patrol in 1997 and added Quinn to its lineup. Their first two studio albums, Songs for Polarbears (1998) and When It's All Over We Still Have to Clear Up (2001), released by the independent record label Jeepster Records, were commercially unsuccessful. The band then signed to the major record label Polydor Records in 2002.
Connolly joined Snow Patrol in 2002, and after their major-label debut album, Final Straw, the following year, with "Run", the album's biggest hit, the band rose to national fame. The album was certified 5x platinum in the UK. Their next studio album, Eyes Open (2006), and its hit single, "Chasing Cars"—reported in 2019 to be the most-played song of the 21st century on UK radio—propelled the band to greater international fame. The album topped the UK Albums Chart and was the best-selling British album of the year. In 2008, Snow Patrol released their fifth studio album, A Hundred Million Suns; then, in 2009, they released their first compilation album, Up to Now; and, in 2011, their sixth studio album, Fallen Empires, was published. The band released their seventh album, Wildness, on 25 May 2018.
During the course of their career, Snow Patrol have won seven Meteor Ireland Music Awards and been nominated for six Brit Awards and one Grammy. Final Straw, Eyes Open, and A Hundred Million Suns have sold ten million copies worldwide, combined.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Snow_Patrol
Studio albums
Songs for Polarbears (1998)
When It's All Over We Still Have to Clear Up (2001)
Final Straw (2003)
Eyes Open (2006)
A Hundred Million Suns (2008)
Fallen Empires (2011)
Wildness (2018)
The Weight of Love
Snow Patrol Lyrics
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I can see it coming, I can see it come from miles
What you're thinking right now, 'cause I think that I can guess
If we set off now, we'll have the highway to ourselves
And you love the little signs of life,
You love it when we lose our minds
You love these little wars of words,
A new empire beckons, a new kingdom in the distance
No gods are present, just the sky, the earth, and us
No wings, no halos, nor the thunder in the footsteps
Cause fear and anger they are a law unto themselves
And you love the little signs of life,
You love it when we lose our minds
You love these little wars of words,
You love it when they call your name
It's the weight of love in your arms
It's the weight of love in your arms
It's the weight of love so gentle in your arms
It's the weight of love in your arms
It's the weight of love in your arms
It's the weight of love so gentle in your arms
It's just like you told me, that I should learn to let it all go
It just took 'til now, for me to get just what you meant
My heart is thumping, I can feel it in my fingers
No fear, no anger we are a law unto ourselves
It's the weight of love in your arms
It's the weight of love in your arms
It's the weight of love so gentle in your arms
It's the weight of love in your arms
It's the weight of love in your arms
It's the weight of love so gentle in your arms
It's the weight of love in your arms
It's the weight of love in your arms
It's the weight of love so gentle in your arms
The song "The Weight of Love" by Snow Patrol speaks to the idea of taking a risk and setting off on a journey with someone you love. The opening lyrics which read, "Your engine threatens, I can hear it from the garden, I can see it coming, I can see it come from miles" suggest a sense of apprehension or uncertainty. The next line, "What you're thinking right now, 'cause I think that I can guess" reveals that the two characters have a deep understanding of one another. The chorus emphasizes the idea of the little signs of love and battle scars being beautiful qualities in a relationship - which is a positive reflection on the nature of the relationship.
The second verse speaks to new beginnings and leaving the past behind. The lines "No gods are present, just the sky, the earth, and us, No wings, no halos, nor the thunder in the footsteps" convey an almost religious or spiritual awakening. The final lines of the song, "My heart is thumping, I can feel it in my fingers, No fear, no anger we are a law unto ourselves" reinforce the idea that the two characters are embarking on a journey together that is pure and free of external influence.
Overall, "The Weight of Love" is a song that speaks to the beauty of taking a leap of faith with someone you love, and reveling in the little things that make a relationship special.
Line by Line Meaning
Your engine threatens, I can hear it from the garden
I can hear the danger that's approaching from far away
I can see it coming, I can see it come from miles
It's clear what will happen soon, and I can predict it from far away
What you're thinking right now, 'cause I think that I can guess
I have a good idea of your thoughts at this moment
If we set off now, we'll have the highway to ourselves
We can embrace the open road if we leave immediately
And you love the little signs of life,
You appreciate small details that make life special
You love it when we lose our minds
You enjoy it when we don't overthink and let go of our worries
You love these little wars of words,
You enjoy engaging in playful verbal exchanges
You love it when they call your name, your name
You relish in the recognition of your own identity
A new empire beckons, a new kingdom in the distance
An exciting new opportunity presents itself
No gods are present, just the sky, the earth, and us
We can seize this opportunity without any outside influence
No wings, no halos, nor the thunder in the footsteps
This opportunity is not shrouded in myth or legend
Cause fear and anger they are a law unto themselves
Negative emotions can dictate their own actions
It's the weight of love in your arms
The feeling of love is a comforting embrace
It's just like you told me, that I should learn to let it all go
You previously advised me to release my fears and anxieties
It just took 'til now, for me to get just what you meant
I am finally understanding the wisdom in your words
My heart is thumping, I can feel it in my fingers
I am filled with excitement and anticipation
No fear, no anger we are a law unto ourselves
We can take charge of this situation without negative emotions holding us back
It's the weight of love so gentle in your arms
The tenderness and warmth of love is a gentle embrace
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: GARY LIGHTBODY, JONATHAN GRAHAM QUINN, NATHAN CONNOLLY, TOM SIMPSON, PAUL WILSON, GARRET JACKNIFE LEE
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fatherofmy5
Absolutely FANTASTIC Lyrics!!!
Kay Gallagher
Just amazing, seen them live one of the best
A. Hogers
Snow Patrol is one of those bands that I cannot seem to form a consistant opinion of. Songs like 'Just say yes' grate my nerves like you wouldn't believe, yet 'Shut your eyes' and this are so damn beautiful it actually brings tears to my eyes at times.
Sarah Burnes
I have Greys anatomy to thank for introducing me to the best band, 8 years ago. Thanks grey's for introducing me to SP, and other awesome artists including the fray and ingrid michaelson.
Jack Donovan
Love it!!!!!!
Skyler’sTheLimit Hardy
I’m one of the background singers, I can’t believe this is my first time hearing the finished product lol! Our group had so much fun recording all the songs
David Williams
@Skylersthelimit typo. Liner notes- the backstory behind the song lyrics and meaning.
Skylersthelimit
@kieran hardy child, I was a kid. I didn’t care😂 I was singing back up for everybody. Just cut the check🙄
kieran hardy
@Skylersthelimit you gave two reasons but neither of them would ever explain why you couldn't listen to something.
Skylersthelimit
@David Williams not sure what you’re saying but, they pretty much told us the lyrics and we just sung it