and this would later determine his choice of singing and writing in English.
Despite having no musical background in his family, Tiago started playing the acoustic guitar at age 8.
In 2007 his unpretentious acoustic single 'Nothing but a Song' drew attention to
his voice and led to the release of his debut album Let Yourself In, which gained notoriety after several of Tiago's songs were featured on major Brazilian primetime soap operas, TV ads and films. Tiago soon started touring across the country and in 2009 was Jason Mraz's Brazilian Tour opening act.
Let Yourself In was also released in Japan, where 'Nothing But a Song' peaked at number 11 on Billboard's Japan HOT 100 Chart, and in South Korea, where the public granted Tiago a Best Foreign Artist Award for his performance at the 2010 Grand Mint Festival. Another single — 'Fine' — featured on the popular South Korean TV series Personal Taste.
His second studio album Umbilical — which had New York-based Andy Chase as producer — was simultaneously released in Brazil, South Korea and Portugal on October 2011. Digital releases in the United States and Japan followed shortly after.
The Umbilical Tour had it's debut on March 14th at the 2012 South by Southwest Music Festival in Austin, Texas, and included performances in Portugal and over 20 sold out dates in Brazil.
Shelford Road
Tiago Iorc Lyrics
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There were trees, life was mild
We would run in the grass of our own backyard
Mr. Green sold his plums across the street
He would leave a sign
Please leave 25p in the box
To the side, what a sight
All the kids passing by
And to school they would ride
I would learn soon
That I would learn too
Every day around five
A cup of tea to warm inside
It reminded us all that a friend was close by
Anytime
Neighbors lending an eye
To ensure you were fine
Love was meant to be kind
I would learn soon
That I would love too
And as time passes by
Leaving all this behind
Our sweet home now revives
Still in me it resides
And it always will shine
I would learn soon
That I would leave too
Tiago Iorc's song "Shelford Road" is a nostalgic tribute to his childhood memories. In the first verse, Iorc reminisces about his childhood in a peaceful and idyllic environment with trees and grass in his backyard. He recounts the local Mr. Green who sold his plums across the street and put up a sign that read, "Please leave 25p in the box." The image of children cycling by on their way to school is painted vividly in the listener's mind. Iorc acknowledges that he was learning about life during this time, and the memories of his childhood would always remain with him.
The second verse of the song chronicles warm cups of tea at 5 pm, a time where everyone gathered to enjoy each other's company- an act that emphasizes the sense of community in the suburban area. The reassuring presence of neighbors keeping an eye on each other and lending a helping hand in times of need shows a beautiful display of kindness between people. He beautifully highlights the theme of love, how it is meant to be kind and how this expression of love is an essential part of the human experience.
As the song progresses, Iorc acknowledges that life will inevitably pass by and everything will change. A sense of longing and melancholy is depicted, as he mentions that he has left the place he once called home behind. The nostalgia of his childhood grows stronger, which is the sentiment that the song leaves the listener with.
Overall, "Shelford Road" is a beautiful and poignant song that highlights the power of childhood memories and the importance of communal relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
I was a child
Tiago Iorc is reminiscing about his childhood memories.
There were trees, life was mild
The environment was peaceful and calm with trees around his house.
We would run in the grass of our own backyard
Tiago Iorc played in his backyard.
Mr. Green sold his plums across the street
There was a local vendor named Mr. Green who sold plums near his house.
He would leave a sign
Mr. Green would leave a sign for people to know when he was selling plums.
Please leave 25p in the box
The price of plums was 25p and customers were asked to leave the money in a box.
To the side, what a sight
Passersby would notice the sight of kids on bicycles and Mr. Green selling plums.
All the kids passing by
Numerous children would pass by the store of Mr. Green.
On their cycling bikes
The children would ride bikes and pass by Mr. Green's store.
And to school they would ride
The kids would also ride their bikes to the school.
I would learn soon
Tiago Iorc realizes that he would grow up and learn more things.
That I would learn too
Tiago Iorc also acknowledges that he has to keep learning.
Every day around five
Around five in the evening every day.
A cup of tea to warm inside
Drinking tea to give warmth to the body.
It reminded us all that a friend was close by
Drinking tea with neighbor reminded people they have friends living nearby.
Anytime
Neighbors were available anytime to help each other.
Neighbors lending an eye
Neighbors were keeping an eye to ensure that everyone is fine.
To ensure you were fine
Neighbors were ensuring that others were safe and healthy.
Love was meant to be kind
Neighbors showed love and kindness, ensuring everyone took care of each other.
That I would love too
Tiago Iorc realizes that he will love people too.
And as time passes by
Time continues to pass.
Leaving all this behind
Tiago Iorc is leaving behind his childhood memories.
Our sweet home now revives
Tiago's home still exists and people still live there.
Still in me it resides
The memories of his childhood stay with him.
And it always will shine
His memories will always be bright and special.
That I would leave too
Tiago Iorc accepts that he is leaving the place where he grew up.
Contributed by Lauren J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Patricia C. A. Fresen
Shelford Estrada
Eu era uma criança
Havia árvores, a vida era leve
Correríamos na grama do nosso próprio quintal
Mr. Green vendia suas ameixas outro lado da rua
Ele deixaria um aviso:
Por favor, deixe 25p na caixa
Ao lado, que visão
Todas as crianças passando
Em suas bicicletas
E para a escola eles pedalariam
Eu iria aprender em breve
Que eu iria aprender muito
Todos os dias por volta das 5 horas
Uma xícara de chá para aquecer
Nos lembrava que um amigo estava por perto
Sempre
Vizinhos vigiavam
Para garantir que estava tudo bem
O amor foi feito para ser gentil
Eu iria aprender em breve
Que eu amaria muito
E o tempo passou
Deixando tudo isso para trás
Nosso doce lar agora revive
Ainda em mim reside
E sempre vai brilhar
Eu iria aprender em breve
Que eu iria embora também
Aline Barbosa
Minha música favorita do Zeski. Além da história/letra tão bonita, esse instrumental riquíssimo me faz viajar..as 3 notinhas que sobressaem no 01:35 são de oboé? Lindo, lindo!!!!!!
Davi Pereira Da Silva
São sim. Ele souber aproveitar muito bem o som do oboé. 🎵
Alexandra Helena
Ainda é bom encontrar cantores que fazem jus a palavra brasileiro. Parabéns Tiago <3
Diego Castreguini
As músicas do Tiago tem o dom de acalmar a mente mas turbulenta, no caso a minha. Estava precisando ouvir essas canções.
Edvania Rocha
eu entro aqui ouvindo a musica pela primeira vez e pessoas comentando há mais de 2 anos... ser fã "há anos" ... putz quero consumir tudo dele. Me faz sentir melhor.
obrigada.
Jessica Gomes
Tenho a honra de te ter como meu cantor favorito, de ter tido a chance de ir em um show seu, poder trocar algumas palavras e te abraçar. Eu sou extremamente apaixonada pelo seu trabalho e pelo seu talento, você é demais! Merece muito, merece o mundo, e todo amor do mundo... Volta pra gente, queremos mais shows ❤️
Thamires Freitas
Saudade de ouvir essa num show e imaginar uma história que nunca aconteceu
Patricia C. A. Fresen
Shelford Estrada
Eu era uma criança
Havia árvores, a vida era leve
Correríamos na grama do nosso próprio quintal
Mr. Green vendia suas ameixas outro lado da rua
Ele deixaria um aviso:
Por favor, deixe 25p na caixa
Ao lado, que visão
Todas as crianças passando
Em suas bicicletas
E para a escola eles pedalariam
Eu iria aprender em breve
Que eu iria aprender muito
Todos os dias por volta das 5 horas
Uma xícara de chá para aquecer
Nos lembrava que um amigo estava por perto
Sempre
Vizinhos vigiavam
Para garantir que estava tudo bem
O amor foi feito para ser gentil
Eu iria aprender em breve
Que eu amaria muito
E o tempo passou
Deixando tudo isso para trás
Nosso doce lar agora revive
Ainda em mim reside
E sempre vai brilhar
Eu iria aprender em breve
Que eu iria embora também
Tayane Sampaio
Minha favorita desse álbum! Não consigo explicar a sensação maravilhosa que sinto sempre que escuto Shelford Road. Obrigada por mais uma música linda, Tiago.
Daniele Lorenço Da Silva
Sou fã do Tiago a anos, e mesmo assim me pego surpreendida com o talento dele. Essa música, assim como tantas outras dele, toca na alma.