Following a limited release of their debut "Fill My Little World" in late 2005, the band entered the UK Top 10 with their first full release "Sewn" in March 2006. The single was one of the year's biggest radio hits, after being played first in the UK on the Dermot O'Leary Show, BBC Radio 2, along with their first live radio session.
Their debut album Twelve Stops and Home was released in the UK on June 5, 2006 and on February 27, 2007 in the US.
February 18th 2008 they released their second album, Join With Us.
Songfacts reports that Set My World On Fire, the first single from their third album, Together We Were Made, was released on May 1, 2011. Seven weeks later, the album was released on June 20, 2011.
Members:
* Dan Gillespie Sells (vocals & guitar)
* Richard Jones (bass & backing vocals)
* Kevin Jeremiah (guitar & backing vocals)
* Ciaran Jeremiah (keyboards & backing vocals)
* Paul Stewart (drums)
Albums
* Twelve Stops and Home (2006)
* Join With Us (2008)
* Together We Were Made (2011)
* Boy Cried Wolf (2013)
* The Feeling (2016)
* Loss. Hope. Love. (2022)
Singles
* Fill My Little World (2005)
* Sewn (2006)
* Fill My Little World (2006)
* Never Be Lonely (2006)
* Love It When You Call (2006)
* Rosé (2007)
* I Thought It Was Over (2008)
* Without You (2008)
* Turn It Up (2008)
* Join With Us (2008)
* Feels Like Christmas (2008)
* Safety Dance (2011)
* Set My World on Fire (2011)
* Boy Cried Wolf (2013)
* Spiralling (2016)
* Don't Stop (2021)
* This Was Me (2021)
* There Is No Music (2022)
* Never Gave Up (2022)
Stylisticly, The Feeling have a debt of gratitude to the 70s, particularly bands such as 10cc, Supertramp, Pilot, Buggles, Queen, Stackridge, and other "progressive pop" acts. They are not averse to wearing their heart on their sleeve at gigs, playing covers of tunes by their favourite artists (such as 'Video Killed The Radio Star' by Buggles).
The Feeling have also followed the 'progressive' tradition of the concept album, with Twelve Stops and Home being a concept album about lost and unrequited love. The album starts with a relationship having just broken up, then follows through with the various emotions of the protagonist from hopeless dreamer to turning to drink for comfort, and finally slumping home.
Another soldier
The Feeling Lyrics
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A dear heart, a small part, I could have tried more
A sweet smell, a thin shell, a farewell, I should've cried more
I don't eat, I don't sleep, I just fight but what I long for
Is a safe place, a kind face, the sweet taste I nearly died for
Another soldier, another soldier,
Another mistake, another heartache,
You feel the blood on your hands getting colder
Another soldier, another soldier,
Another hit to the heart when they told you
Another mistake, another heartache,
You feel the blood in your veins getting colder
They boil squid in their own ink, the money's all spent
We don't own, we just rent, it's not home until the cheque's sent
But it's too late, the locks break, I won't let them take it all away
Wrong or right, I just fight to keep my world safe
Another soldier, another soldier,
Another hit to the heart when they told you
Another mistake, another heartache,
You feel the blood on your hands getting colder
Another soldier, another soldier,
Another hit to the heart when they told you
Another mistake, another heartache,
You feel the blood in your veins getting colder
Another soldier
Another soldier, another soldier,
Another hit to the heart when they told you
Another mistake, another heartache,
You feel the blood on your hands getting colder
Another soldier, another soldier,
Another hit to the heart when they told you
Another mistake, another heartache,
You feel the blood in your veins getting colder
The Feeling's song Another Soldier is a powerful and emotional reflection on the sacrifices made by soldiers in war. The opening verses portray a feeling of regret for not doing enough for a dear person, with the acknowledgement that war has put an end to any chance for that relationship. The lyrics also describe the physical and emotional toll of war on soldiers, as they fight for survival and a sense of safety in a hostile environment that threatens to consume them.
In the chorus, the sentiments of regret and loss are heightened, with the repeated phrase "another soldier" highlighting the frequency of casualties and the numbing effect it can have on those who fight. The blood on their hands and in their veins represents the weight of the war on their conscience and soul, as each death takes its toll. The second verse uses vivid imagery to contrast the beauty of nature and the ugliness of war, with the boiling of squid in its own ink representing the violent and senseless nature of war.
Overall, Another Soldier is a poignant and honest look at war and its impact on soldiers and their loved ones. The lyrics paint a vivid emotional picture that is both heartbreaking and inspiring.
Line by Line Meaning
A dear heart, a small part, I could have tried more
I feel guilty that I didn't put in more effort to help someone I cared about.
A sweet smell, a thin shell, a farewell, I should've cried more
I didn't fully grieve the loss of someone close to me, and now I regret not showing my emotions.
I don't eat, I don't sleep, I just fight but what I long for
My focus is on fighting, but deep down I crave a sense of safety and security.
Is a safe place, a kind face, the sweet taste I nearly died for
All I want is to feel safe and loved, like something worth fighting for.
They boil squid in their own ink, the money's all spent
The situation is desperate, with no resources left.
We don't own, we just rent, it's not home until the cheque's sent
We don't have any real stability, only temporary and conditional living arrangements.
But it's too late, the locks break, I won't let them take it all away
Despite the odds, I'm determined to hold onto what little I have left.
Wrong or right, I just fight to keep my world safe
I'm willing to do what it takes to protect the things that matter to me, regardless of morality or ethics.
Another soldier, another soldier, Another hit to the heart when they told you
Hearing about the loss of another soldier is crushing and devastating.
Another mistake, another heartache, You feel the blood on your hands getting colder
Every loss takes a toll, making me feel numb and disconnected from my own emotions.
Another soldier, another soldier, Another hit to the heart when they told you
The repeated loss of fellow soldiers is a constant source of pain and sorrow.
Another mistake, another heartache, You feel the blood in your veins getting colder
Each loss builds up, making me feel increasingly detached and hopeless.
Another soldier
The pain of losing another soldier is indescribable and all-consuming.
Contributed by Connor F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Mic Leafy
They got talent.I love them. I've been loving them for more than six years. I'm satisfied anyway.
DoodleDanibelle
i love this song. they deserve more fans XD
Shannan K
Such a good song! :)
artmarty88
Great song and great album! Shame it didn't have the success it deserved...
Joshua Graham
why don't more people like the feeling there amazing :P
The hairy one
Best song on the lp
Darklighter152
@MrWayForward That may change. There's a Burberry commercial promoting "Rose", and loads of people like the song. I was surprise to hear that song on tv, and, of course, as an avid fan of the Feeling, I sang the lyrics. My friend thought I was crazy. I digress; it's this song or Undeniable I love from the third album the most.
Katrinasweets
This band has the talent, i bet the only reason they arent as famous as they deserve is because they dont have the right 'image'. But seriously who cares, they sing, we hear singers on the radio we dont see them. I would love to hear this on the radio instead of the other shit these days.