His recent writing credits include Kylie Minogue, Karen Harding and Little Boots, amongst others.
After graduating from Central Saint Martins college in London, Tom Aspaul began his career in music writing for other artists. In October 2013, Aspaul signed with Little Boots' label, On Repeat Records. His only release with the label, the MNEK-produced single "Indiana", attracted support from Popjustice and Pitchfork. A remix of "Indiana" went on to top the Hype Machine Chart. The original version of the song was covered and renamed as "Feels So Good" by Australian singer Kylie Minogue. Minogue included it on her twelfth studio album, Kiss Me Once with Aspaul contributing backing vocals.
On 10 December 2014, Tom premiered "Good Together", the first single from his debut mixtape, "Revelation". The song, produced by GRADES, received support from Huw Stephens and was named by former BBC Radio 1 DJ, Zane Lowe as his "Next Hype". The mixtape was self-released 19 May 2015, receiving acclaim from Billboard Magazine. Also in May 2015, Aspaul supported KStewart at her debut gig in London.
After moving back to Wolverhampton from London in 2019, Aspaul released his debut album Black Country Disco in autumn 2020 to critical acclaim. Primarily comprised of disco-inspired pop tracks, the album detailed Aspaul's recent breakup and return to his hometown after living in London for 10+ years. After receiving an artists' grant he released the BCD's remix album Black Country Discothéque in 2021, followed by his second album Life in Plastic in May 2022.
Indiana
Tom Aspaul Lyrics
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And I am numb, I am numb to what we have become sometimes
So slip away with me, stay with me, everything's okay with me right
Don't have to run, have to run, we can walk in the sun one last time
And it feels
Yeah, it feels so good
When you're here
People come, people go, but I'd like to get to know you now
What is wrong with me, wrong when we want you to belong to me now
So come away with me, stay with me, I will stop behaving right
And I don't have anything to tie me down tonight
And it feels
Yeah, it feels so good
When you're here
We are near to love
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Not giving up, no
If it feels so good
When you're here, so close
We are near to love.
When I can't slow down
And I need you now
And I can't slow down
And I need you now
And I need you now
And it feels
Yeah, it feels so good
When you're here (when you're here 2x)
We are near to love
Not giving up, no (not giving up 3x)
If it feels so good
When you're, so close
We are near to love.
Not giving up, Not giving up, Not giving up
Not giving up, Not giving up, Not giving up
Don't have to run, have to run, we can walk in the sun one last time
The lyrics to Tom Aspaul's song "Indiana" express the ups and downs of a relationship that is at a crossroads. The repeated phrase "I am numb, I am numb to what we have become sometimes" highlights a sense of detachment and loss of feeling in the relationship. However, the chorus provides a glimmer of hope, as the singer expresses how good it feels to be near their partner and how they are not giving up on the relationship just yet. The bridge of the song brings in a sense of urgency, with the repeated line "And I need you now" emphasizing the importance of the connection between the two people.
The line "we can walk in the sun one last time" adds a melancholic aspect to the song, suggesting that the relationship may be coming to an end, but the singer wants to cherish the final moments they have together. Overall, the lyrics of "Indiana" explore the complexities of a relationship that has hit a rough patch while also expressing hope for the future.
Line by Line Meaning
I realize, realize, we get a little bit wild sometimes
I acknowledge that we sometimes act in an uninhibited fashion.
And I am numb, I am numb to what we have become sometimes
I have become desensitized to what we have turned into occasionally.
So slip away with me, stay with me, everything's okay with me right
Let’s abscond together, remain together, and I will feel secure and content.
Don't have to run, have to run, we can walk in the sun one last time
We don't need to rush; we can stroll under the sunlight for one last time.
And it feels
Yeah, it feels so good
When you're here
We are near to love
Being in your company makes me feel good, and we are getting closer to affection.
People come, people go, but I'd like to get to know you now
Individuals come and go, but I would like to get acquainted with you right now.
What is wrong with me, wrong when we want you to belong to me now
What is problematic with me when the desire to possess you is current?
So come away with me, stay with me, I will stop behaving right
So accompany me, remain here, and I will no longer act appropriately.
And I don't have anything to tie me down tonight
And tonight, nothing restrains me.
Not giving up, no
If it feels so good
When you're here, so close
We are near to love.
I will not relinquish hope, and if it continues to feel wonderful with you here, intimacy is imminent.
When I can't slow down
And I need you now
And I can't slow down
And I need you now
And I need you now
When I am incapable of decelerating, and I require you presently, and I am unable to decelerate, and I crave you now, and I yearn for you now.
Not giving up, Not giving up, Not giving up
Not giving up, Not giving up, Not giving up
Don't have to run, have to run, we can walk in the sun one last time
I won't give up, and we don't have to flee; rather, we can saunter under the sunshine one final time.
Contributed by Muhammad F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Corey Reid
I wouldn't mind a merged Tom-Kylie version. That would be fantastic!
Kleber Silva
Tom Aspaul your voice is sweet and beautiful, thanks for this song ❤️❤️❤️
MR. Slade
The Vocals, The lyrics, the melody. Everything is just melancholy bittersweet perfection.
Ohkapi
I love both version 😍 Thanks Tom Aspaul. Been a fan of this song and Kylie's since 2014
Kleber Silva
Tão boa quanta a versão da Kylie, essa música me marcou demais! Só Deus sabe!
TOP of POPs Max
Wow It’s not matter what's about female or male sing this, very great both of you. 👍🏻👌🏻
eric aurora.
I truly adore this song! Kylie and Tom's version is just amazing.
Kleber Silva
Both Tom and Kylie's version are great and wonderful ❤️❤️❤️ Thanks to both !!!
Will Ryder
OMG! Never new the Kylie track FEELS SO GOOD (one of my favourite tracks from the Kiss Me Once album) was a remake. <3 both Tom & Kylie's version :-)
Erin Cummins
I guess it made sense for Kylie to change the title when she recorded her vocals to this song since you can't hear "Indiana" in the lyrics like you can hear "feels so good." through, she actually co-wrote a song called "Feels So Good" which was a leftover Fever song, which Atomic Kitten recorded and named their album after