Influenced by Tim Buckley (whose 1970 album gave the band their name), Van Morrison, and Neil Young, they played their first London show at the Heavenly Social in April 2000. At the same time, a demo tape containing the tracks "Fever," "Coming Down," and "Love Is Here" began circulating rapidly around the music industry. By the summer there was a queue of record companies to sign the nascent band. EMI won the race for their signature. After spending January 2001 on an NME-sponsored tour with JJ72 and Amen, Starsailor released their debut single, "Fever," to unanimous critical praise.
A sold-out headline U.K. tour at the end of March preceded the release of their second single, "Good Souls," in April. Once again it was ecstatically received and reached the Top 20. As the single was released, the band went to Wales to record their debut album. They re-emerged in June to begin a summer of festival appearances sandwiched between an American tour supporting Doves and a couple of headline dates of their own.
After achieving their first U.K. Top Ten hit with the single "Alcoholic," Starsailor's debut album, Love Is Here, was released in September 2001 to much critical fanfare, and a European tour closed out a highly successful year. The following year kicked off with the American release of Love Is Here in January, and a few weeks on the road for a brief North American tour, ending with a performance at the SXSW festival in March. Their sophomore album, Silence Is Easy, followed in 2004.
Starsailor released their third album, On The Outside, in the UK on 17 October 2005 along with the first single from the album, "In The Crossfire".
Their song, "Way To Fall" was featured (during the ending sequence) in the blockbuster Playstation 2 video game, Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater
"All The Plans" was released March 9, 2009, in the UK.
Lead singer, James Walsh began to work on a solo project at the end of 2009. In November 13, 2009 it was officially announced by Lancashire Evening Post that Starsailor was on hold and that James Walsh was concentrating on his solo career. In an interview with VirtualFestivals.com he stated that at this moment he was working on his first solo album and that he was writing the lyrics with American songwriter and singer Suzanne Vega.
Starsailor announced their reunion on 23 May 2014 and began performing worldwide. Good Souls: The Greatest Hits was released in September 2015, and featured two new songs. A fifth studio album All This Life was released in 2017.
More can be found on their official website: http://www.starsailorband.co.uk/
Change My Mind
Starsailor Lyrics
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Maybe you think she's got a chequered history
Maybe I should not have to try
Send her some money
And have an easy life
Couldn't change my mind
Though I try this time
If you tried
Maybe we've lost our little way
Maybe we'll get back the dreams of yesterday
Tell me your weakness and I'll try
To make a balance
I know that I've got mine
Couldn't change my mind
Like the hands of time
Couldn't change my mind
If you tried
Lord you've tried
And if I fall would you catch me
Understand all I could be
Open up let it breath
Couldn't change my mind
Like the hands of time
Couldn't change my mind
If you tried
Lord you've tried
The song "Change My Mind" by Starsailor is a compelling exploration of the uncertainties and doubts that can arise in a relationship. The singer is grappling with the possibility that his partner may not be right for him and acknowledges that there may be flaws in her past that could be cause for concern. He also suggests that the easy way out would be to simply send her money and live a comfortable, uncomplicated life. However, despite these doubts and temptations, the singer ultimately concludes that he cannot change his mind about his feelings for his partner. He recognizes that relationships may lose their way and that everyone has their weaknesses, but he is willing to work on them in order to find balance.
The song speaks to the complex emotions that can arise in any relationship, particularly when faced with uncertainty and doubt. It acknowledges that there may be reasons for concern, but ultimately puts faith in the power of love and the human spirit to overcome these challenges. The repeated refrain of "couldn't change my mind" emphasizes the singer's determination and commitment to his partner, reinforcing the central message of the song.
Overall, "Change My Mind" is a beautifully crafted piece of music that speaks to the universal experiences of love, doubt, and resilience. Its powerful vocals and evocative lyrics make it a standout track that resonates with listeners across genres and generations.
Line by Line Meaning
Maybe you think she's not for me
Perhaps you believe that she isn't the right person for me
Maybe you think she's got a chequered history
You might have concerns about her past or reputation
Maybe I should not have to try
It's possible that I shouldn't have to put in effort or work towards this relationship
Send her some money
Maybe I could just solve problems by giving her money
And have an easy life
This could lead to a simple and uncomplicated life
Couldn't change my mind
Despite my attempts, I can't change my thoughts or feelings on this matter
Though I try this time
Even though I'm making an effort now
If you tried
Even if you were to attempt to change my opinion
Maybe we've lost our little way
It's possible that we've lost our sense of direction or purpose
Maybe we'll get back the dreams of yesterday
We might be able to regain the aspirations and hopes we had in the past
Tell me your weakness and I'll try
If you share your vulnerabilities with me, I will make an effort to address them
To make a balance
It's important to find equilibrium or stability in the relationship
I know that I've got mine
I recognize that I have my own flaws or weaknesses as well
Like the hands of time
This is a difficult thing to change, like trying to stop the passage of time itself
And if I fall would you catch me
If I stumble or fail, would you offer support or assistance?
Understand all I could be
Do you fully comprehend my potential and what I'm capable of achieving?
Open up let it breath
We should be willing to be vulnerable and allow our relationship to grow and evolve naturally
Lord you've tried
Even if I can't change my mind, I appreciate your efforts and support
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