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.
Track 1
The Feeling Lyrics
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A baby king with a grown man's crown
And we played in the sun as the curtain was crumbling
Well, I was young and I could not see
That if you go, won't you please take me'
And you told me that I would forget you eventually
(And I nearly did)
I thought it was over but it's not
I thought it was over but it's not
I'm spinning in circles, I can't stop
I thought it was over but it's not
I'm in love with a fool
And you don't know what you've lost
It hurts from the bottom to the top
I thought it was over but it's not, yeah
Another year and the job was done
The old republic was dead and gone
And the new way of living would be a reality
But it's a while since you shut that door
I lie awake, ain't asleep no more
Though the nightmare is gone now I don't have a dream
(I don't have a dream)
I thought it was over but it's not
I thought it was over but it's not
I'm spinning in circles, I can't stop
I thought it was over but it's not
I'm in love with a fool
And you don't know what you've lost
It hurts from the bottom to the top
I thought it was over but it's not
Does anybody know
Does anybody know
Does anybody know
Does anybody know
I thought it was over but it's not
I thought it was over but it's not
I'm spinning in circles, I can't stop
I thought it was over but it's not
I'm in love with a fool
And you don't know what you've lost
It hurts from the bottom to the top
I thought it was over but it's not
The lyrics to "Track 1" by The Feeling speaks about the feeling of not being able to move on from a past relationship. The first verse uses the symbolism of the Berlin Wall coming down to represent an important change or event in the past that the singer shared with their former lover. However, the singer now feels stuck and unable to let go, even though they were once convinced that they would forget about the person eventually. The chorus repeats the phrase "I thought it was over but it's not" to emphasize this feeling of being stalled and unable to move on. The second verse brings up the idea of change again, specifically the end of an old republic, which represents a significant shift in the world or the singer's life. But despite this, they remain fixated on their past love and struggling to move forward. The song ends with a repeated question, "Does anybody know?", suggesting a sense of desperation and frustration with their inability to let go.
Overall, the song conveys a sense of being trapped in a cycle of heartbreak and struggling to move on despite the passage of time. While the verses use powerful symbols of change and transition, the chorus highlights the central feeling of being stuck and unable to move forward. The repeated question at the end also leaves the listener with a sense of uncertainty and ambiguity, suggesting that there may not be an easy answer or solution to the singer's dilemma.
Line by Line Meaning
Well, you were there when the wall came down
You were present during a historical moment of change
A baby king with a grown man's crown
Someone with power or influence who is younger or less experienced
And we played in the sun as the curtain was crumbling
Enjoying the moment of transition and change
Well, I was young and I could not see
Lack of experience and understanding at a young age
That if you go, won't you please take me'
Asking to go along with someone who is leaving
And you told me that I would forget you eventually
The person leaving predicts that they will be forgotten
(And I nearly did)
Almost forgot about the person who left
I thought it was over but it's not
Believing a situation has ended, but it has not
I'm spinning in circles, I can't stop
Feeling stuck or trapped in a situation
I'm in love with a fool
Being deeply in love with someone who is not worth it
And you don't know what you've lost
The person who left doesn't realize what they are missing out on
It hurts from the bottom to the top
Feeling pain and heartache completely
Another year and the job was done
Another year passed and a task was completed
The old republic was dead and gone
The old way of doing things is completely gone
And the new way of living would be a reality
A new way of life and thinking is now adopted
But it's a while since you shut that door
It's been some time since the person left and closed the door on the relationship
I lie awake, ain't asleep no more
Unable to sleep due to emotional distress
Though the nightmare is gone now I don't have a dream
The painful experience is over, but there is no hope for the future
Does anybody know
Asking for someone to understand the situation
I thought it was over but it's not
Believing a situation has ended, but it has not
I'm in love with a fool
Being deeply in love with someone who is not worth it
And you don't know what you've lost
The person who left doesn't realize what they are missing out on
It hurts from the bottom to the top
Feeling pain and heartache completely
I thought it was over but it's not
Believing a situation has ended, but it has not
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CIARAN JEREMIAH, DANIEL SELLS, KEVIN JEREMIAH, PAUL STEWART, RICHARD JONES
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MJ
@nightcrawler I don't disagree with you. Mary is blessed.
But placing her on a pedestel near Christ approaches blasphemy.
I've seen a post of a Catholic give credit to both Mary and Christ (and in the way the comment was phrased - it seams equal credit) for salvation.
Mary was blessed to be used by God as part of the fulfillment of His plan - but she needed a Saviour just like everyone else (bar Jesus) did [Romans 3:23 says that ALL have sinned and fall short of the glory of God] and all glory must be given to God for salvation - none of us deserve any credit for we (including Mary) have been justified by Christ's merits and not our own.
God bless
Raymond Armon
This album should withstand the test of time for sure. A masterpiece.
Loretta Corson
& it has!
Patrick Quibodeaux
@Raymond Armon Desert island for me.
70mustang302
It truly is! A unique and wholly original soundtrack befitting a fantastic film.
Johnny Quest61
I forgot about this most precious gem because a long, long time ago I sold this CD. The reason I sold it was because I was very, very unfortunate to have met someone who introduced me to crack cocaine. So I sold everything I had. My entire music, coin, and stamp collection. I'm so glad I've come to my senses and now remember what I always treasured the most. My coffer is empty but my spirit is full again!
Filip Selakovic
Store up your riches in Heaven.
Sebastian Rooks
glad to hear you have survived and are recovering.
Numismatic Stacker
I enjoyed this album in my youth. Glad to listen to it again and appreciate it. Can't believe there's so many people out there who feel the same.
Geoffrey Wooledge
This album brings sooooooo many memories back
Duke Egbert
A magnificent album. A major centerpiece of my stoner days.