A singer/s… Read Full Bio ↴1) This is Tom Williams from Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom.
A singer/songwriter and artist, studying in London and living in Kent as of 2007, he performed alone with a guitar and a harmonica, influenced by artists such as Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, Nick Drake, Elliott Smith, and Pete Doherty. He has played and written his own songs, often performing in local venues in Tunbridge Wells. Tom’s debut six track EP, Town Station Demos, was released by independent label Win Win Win! Records. He eventually formed Tom Williams & The Boat.
2) A mid-Suffolk 20th century English folk singer.
Phil The Fluter's Ball
Shake Hands With Your Partner
Paddy McGinty's Goat
Yarmouth Hornpipe
Merry Widow / I'll Never Find Another You
medley
Ball Of Yarn
irish medley
on the album Many A Good Horseman
3) A tour guide
On The Spot Audio Guides / Delphi & Delphi Museum.
4) Electro-acoustic composer can, who appears on Contemporanea 2010 - Electro-acoustic Music Section: International Competition for Composeres Città di Udine
What A Shame
Tom Williams Lyrics
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That I can't sleep at night
What a shame
That only whiskey has me sleeping right
What a shame
The blues are at my window again
What a shame
I closed the curtains but they're rattling at my window pane
'Cause early morning i get out of my bed with these old blue thoughts running through my head
What a shame
If I was grown then I would stand up straight
What a shame
That I can't sleep at night
What a shame
That only whiskey has me sleeping right
What a shame
The blues are at my window again
What a shame
I closed the curtains but they're rattling at my window pane
'Cause early morning i get out of my bed with these old blue thoughts running through my head
What a shame
If I was grown then I would stand up straight
What a shame
But my momma says it's never too late
What a shame
When's my luck gonna change?
What a shame
What a shame
The big worlds spinning blue
What a shame
That I never get to see you
What a shame
I've got no money in my bank account
What a shame
Cause if I did then I would take you out
'Cause early morning I get out of my head with these old blue thoughts running through my head
What a shame
If I was grown then I would stand up straight
What a shame
Thought my momma says it's never too late
What a shame
When's my luck gonna change?
What a shame
What a shame
That this song never ends
What a shame
Oh my fair weather friends
What a shame
That this big bag world wants you dead
What a shame
All this worrying in my head
'Cause early morning I get out of my bed with these old blue thoughts running through my head
What a shame
If I was grown then I would stand up straight
What a shame
But my momma says it's never too late
What a shame
When's my luck gonna change?
What a shame
The song "What a Shame" by Tom Williams is a melancholic and introspective piece that captures the emotions of someone struggling through a tough phase in their life. The opening lines, "What a shame that I can't sleep at night, What a shame that only whiskey has me sleeping right" immediately captures the feeling of despair and helplessness. The singer then goes on to describe how the blues are constantly at their doorstep, rattling the curtains and disturbing their sleep. The reference to "old blue thoughts" running through their head also signals that this might be a recurring problem and that the singer is not able to shake off their worries.
The phrase "If I was grown then I would stand up straight" suggests that the singer is aware of their shortcomings and desires to overcome them. However, they feel stuck and unable to move forward. The song's title is repeated throughout the song and serves as a refrain that highlights the feeling of resignation and frustration.
The later part of the song introduces a sense of longing for better things. The singer regrets not being able to see the world and enjoy it with someone they love. The line "All this worrying in my head" suggests that the singer is aware of the negative impact their anxiety is having on their life. But they are still unsure of how to break free from it.
Overall, "What a Shame" is a poignant and evocative song that effectively captures the feeling of being trapped in a cycle of negativity and hopelessness.
Line by Line Meaning
What a shame
Expresses disappointment over a situation
That I can't sleep at night
Unable to fall asleep easily
That only whiskey has me sleeping right
Resorting to alcohol to fall asleep
The blues are at my window again
Feeling down and depressed
I closed the curtains but they're rattling at my window pane
Unable to escape from negative thoughts and emotions
'Cause early morning I get out of my bed with these old blue thoughts running through my head
Continuously thinking about negative things in the morning
If I was grown then I would stand up straight
Wishing to mature and handle problems like an adult
But my momma says it's never too late
Encouragement to make positive changes
When's my luck gonna change?
Questioning when things will improve
The big worlds spinning blue
Feeling small and insignificant in the world
That I never get to see you
Missing someone special
I've got no money in my bank account
Financial difficulties
Cause if I did then I would take you out
Wishing to be able to share experiences with someone special
That this song never ends
Longing for the comfort of the song
Oh my fair weather friends
Lack of trust in unreliable friends
That this big bag world wants you dead
Feeling overwhelmed and unsupported by the world
All this worrying in my head
Feeling anxious and stressed
Writer(s): sam gill, tom williams
Contributed by Adrian T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.