It was announced on December 6, 2012 that Odell had been shortlisted for the BRITs' Critics' Choice award, announced as the eventual winner on December 20, 2012. Odell was also announced as one of fifteen nominees for the BBC Sound of 2013 poll.
2016 - Second Studio Album On June 10, 2016, Tom Odell released his second studio album, "Wrong Crowd". The first 2 singles from the album were "Wrong Crowd" (April 4, 2016) and
"Magnetised" (April 15, 2016).
2018 - Third Studio Album Odell's third studio album, "Jubilee Road", was released on Columbia Records on October 26, 2018. The first track released from the album was "If You Wanna Love Somebody". The album debuted at No. 5 in the UK.
Wrong Crowd
Tom Odell Lyrics
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As I'm packing my bags in the car
She says, "please, boy, no more fighting
Oh, it's only gonna do you harm"
But I can't help it, I don't know how
I guess I'll always be hanging around with the wrong crowd
I can't help it, I don't know how
And my brother is standing behind me
As I'm slowly going out my head
He says, "you know those people don't like me
Why'd you wanna be one of them?"
But I can't help it, I don't know how
I guess I'll always be hanging around with the wrong crowd
I can't help it, I don't know how
I guess I'll always be hanging around with the wrong crowd
Oh, I wish I could find somebody
Oh, that my mother would like
Oh, I wish I can find somebody
That could treat me right
But I can't help it, I don't know how
I guess I'll always be hanging around with the wrong crowd
I can't help it, I don't know how
I guess I'll always be hanging around with the wrong crowd
Singing, I can't help it, I don't know how
I guess I'll always be hanging around with the wrong crowd
Singing, I can't help it, I don't know how
I guess I'll always be hanging around with the wrong crowd
I can't help it, I don't know how
I guess I'll always be hanging around with the wrong crowd
Singing, I can't help it, I don't know how
I guess I'll always be hanging around with the wrong crowd
The lyrics of Tom Odell's "Wrong Crowd" express the frustration of the singer who is unable to break away from his toxic environment despite his family's warnings. The song begins with the singer's mother pleading with him to stay away from trouble and the harmful impact that his actions could have on him. The singer acknowledges his mother's concerns but admits that he doesn't know how to avoid trouble because he feels he will always gravitate towards the wrong crowd.
The second verse shows the singer's brother also trying to persuade him to move away from the negative influences in his life, but the singer is again unable to escape. He wishes he could find somebody that his mother would approve of and who could treat him right, but deep down, he knows that he is not ready to leave his present struggles behind. The chorus repeats the sentiment that the singer is unable to change his ways and will always be in the wrong crowd.
This song speaks to anyone who has struggled with breaking away from the negative influences in their life. It highlights the struggle between loyalty to friends and family while also being able to prioritize one's own safety and wellbeing. The lyrics are emotive and speak to the listener on a deep level, evoking empathy and an understanding of how challenging it can be to break away from a crowd, even if it's for our own good.
Line by Line Meaning
And my mother is standing beside me
Tom's mother is present and watching him as he leaves.
As I'm packing my bags in the car
Tom is preparing to leave his current surroundings.
She says, 'please, boy, no more fighting
Tom's mother begs him to avoid conflict in his new destination.
Oh, it's only gonna do you harm'
Tom's mother warns him that fighting will only result in damage to himself.
But I can't help it, I don't know how
Tom acknowledges his inability to resist the allure of the 'wrong crowd.'
I guess I'll always be hanging around with the wrong crowd
Tom accepts that he will continue to spend time with individuals who may not have his best interests at heart.
And my brother is standing behind me
Tom's brother is present as he leaves, as well.
As I'm slowly going out my head
Tom is feeling overwhelmed and possibly going insane due to his current situation.
He says, 'you know those people don't like me
Tom's brother reminds him that the 'wrong crowd' also holds negative opinions of him.
Why'd you wanna be one of them?'
Tom's brother questions his decision to continue associating with the 'wrong crowd.'
Oh, I wish I could find somebody
Tom desires a companion who his mother would approve of.
Oh, that my mother would like
Tom desires a companion his mother would approve of.
That could treat me right
Tom wishes for someone who will treat him well and not lead him into trouble.
Singing, I can't help it, I don't know how
Tom is returning to the chorus and acknowledging his inability to resist the influence of the 'wrong crowd.'
I guess I'll always be hanging around with the wrong crowd
Tom is once again accepting his propensity to surround himself with individuals who may not have his best interests in mind.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: RICK NOWELS, TOM ODELL
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"Wrong Crowd" LYRICS
And my mother is standing beside me
As I'm packing my bags in the car
She says please boy no more fighting
Oh it's only gonna do you harm
But I can't help it, I don't know how
I guess I'll always be hanging round with the wrong crowd
I can't help it, I don't know how
I guess I'll always be hanging round with the wrong crowd
Ohhhhhhh my boy
And my brother is standing behind me
As I'm slowly going out my head
He says you know those people don't like me
Why d'you wanna be one of them.
But I can't help it, I don't know how
I guess I'll always be hanging round with the wrong crowd
I can't help it, I don't know how
I guess I'll always be hanging round with the wrong crowd
Ohhhhh I wish I could find somebody
That my mother would like
Oh I wish I can find somebody
That could treat me right
But I can't help it, I don't know how
I guess I'll always be hanging round with the wrong crowd
I can't help it, I don't know how
I guess I'll always be hanging round with the wrong crowd
But I can't help it, I don't know how
I guess I'll always be hanging round with the wrong crowd
I can't help it, I don't know how
I guess I'll always be hanging round with the wrong crowd
But I can't help it, I don't know how
I guess I'll always be hanging round with the wrong crowd
I can't help it, I don't know how
I guess I'll always be hanging round with the wrong crowd
But I can't help it, I don't know how
I guess I'll always be hanging round with the wrong crowd
I can't help it, I don't know how
I guess I'll always be hanging round with the wrong crowd
Like This if you wanna always have the lyrics with the video. ;)
Sam Masghati
Tom has one of the most unique voices at the moment. He needs way more fame
Georges Junior Charles
With this song ,he won't be famous ever🤦🏻♂️
Isac Papsg
Agree 🌗🌗😎😎😎😁😮😮🥺😊😊
fernanda palacio
@ziiizzzooo x100000000
Yomna Rihawi
He don’t want and care to be famous and we don’t too! He must be just for us who have the real taste
Jordo Shot423
Fuck fame. I found him without following the trends. I just love real music. And this is as real as it gets.
Ashley Anguiano
it hurts my soul that after two weeks after its release, this music video still doesn't have at least a million views. it'll always baffle me how artists like tom don't get enough recognition.
Virginia knighten
12-22-22. Over 6 million views.
Sergeant Supreme
@Amar Nalawade ratio
Fani Segerman
Yeah I feel the same, also I’m in the video 😂😂