The term Various Artists is used in the record industry when numerous singers and musicians collaborate on a song or collection of songs. Most often on Last.fm, compilation album tracks appear under the name of Various Artists erroneously because the individual artist is not listed in the album's ID3 information.
Compilation albums, for example.
Sometimes, single releases may be credited to Various Artists when their profits are going to charity and, usually in high-profile cases, are sometimes known by a group name. Examples include Band Aid with their releases of Do They Know It's Christmas? and USA for Africa with We Are The World.
Various Artists is also an actual performance name for Torsten Pröfrock, who runs the German DIN label. Torsten performs also as Dynamo, Erosion, Resilent, Traktor besides some others. He's a good friend of Robert Henke and since the Fall of 2004, he is a member of Monolake.
Various Artists was also a short-lived Bristol punk band formed by brothers Jonjo and Robin Key (originally from Birmingham). Other members were also simultaneously in Art Objects who went on to become The Blue Aeroplanes, the latter the Key brothers also co-wrote some songs and were involved in. When Various Artists imploded, the Key brothers went on to form Either / Or.
Various Artists also appear on tracks from musical theater soundtracks, due to the nature of having many cast members on one song, as well as an ensemble in some cases.
Alexandra
Various Artists Lyrics
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Just put behind you all the problems that we share
Look into the sun, you'll see me and you
Cause now you have the perfect view
I'm so alone
And now I really wanna make you come along
I just want you to see
I'm so alone
And now I really wanna make you come along
I just want you to see
You're the only one for me
Sunny, happy with the music, no money
I'm thinking you're on holiday
Sipping yellow lemonade
Sunny, happy with the music, no money
I'm thinking you're on holiday
Sipping yellow lemonade
I kept my promise and we're lying on the beach
Now we have each other and it feels so rich
Look into the sun, you'll see me and you
Cause now you have the perfect view
I'm so alone
And now I really wanna make you come along
I just want you to see
You're the only one for me
I'm so alone
And now I really wanna make you come along
I just want you to see
You're the only one for me
Sunny, happy with the music, no money
I'm thinking you're on holiday
Sipping yellow lemonade
Sunny, happy with the music, no money
I'm thinking you're on holiday
Sipping yellow lemonade
So alone
You're the only one for me
I'm so alone
And now I really wanna make you come along
You're the only one for me
Sunny, happy with the music, no money
I'm thinking you're on holiday
Sipping yellow lemonade
Sunny, happy with the music, no money
I'm thinking you're on holiday
Sipping yellow lemonade
Sunny, no money, holiday
Sipping yellow lemonade
Sunny, no money, holiday
Sipping yellow lemonade
The lyrics to 'Alexandra' by Various Artists depict the feeling of being carefree and happy in the summer season. The singer invites their love interest to forget about their problems and enjoy the warmth of the sun. They describe the scene of both of them lying on the beach, looking into the perfect view, and enjoying each other's company. The chorus repeats the feeling of being alone and wanting their love interest to come along and enjoy the moment with them. The bridge highlights their promise of being together and feeling rich only with each other.
The song creates a summer vibe with the use of warm tones, carefree lyrics, and happiness. The theme of being with someone you love and forgetting the world around you is the central idea of the song. The singer's happiness reflects in the lyrics, and the listeners can feel it too. The unique use of 'yellow lemonade' is an exciting addition to depict the carefree feeling of summer, and it offers a visual representation that complements the beach atmosphere.
Overall, 'Alexandra' by Various Artists is a perfect summer song that ignites the warmth, love, and happiness that comes along with the season. The singer has managed to capture the essence of being carefree and in love in the moment.
Line by Line Meaning
Everything is so good in the summer air
The natural atmosphere of summer is highly invigorating and fun.
Just put behind you all the problems that we share
Leave behind all the issues we had in the past, for now is the time to be happy and carefree.
Look into the sun, you'll see me and you
If you look towards the sun, you'll see us, together, sharing the warm glow and enjoying life.
Cause now you have the perfect view
This is the perfect moment in time to appreciate the beauty of the world with someone special.
I'm so alone
I feel lonely and crave the companionship of someone special.
And now I really wanna make you come along
I want you to come with me and keep me company throughout my day.
I just want you to see
I really want you to understand how important you are to me.
You're the only one for me
Out of everyone I've met, you are the only person I truly care about and want to be with.
Sunny, happy with the music, no money
It's a pleasant, sun-filled day and we're enjoying the rhythm of the music around us, without a care in the world about money.
I'm thinking you're on holiday
It seems like we're on vacation, relaxing and soaking in the joys of life.
Sipping yellow lemonade
We're savoring a refreshing glass of lemonade, which is the cherry on top of an already perfect day.
I kept my promise and we're lying on the beach
I remained true to my word and we're now relaxing on the sandy expanse of the beach.
Now we have each other and it feels so rich
Being with you makes me feel rich and fulfilled in life.
So alone
Again, I'm struck with the feeling of being alone and desire your companionship.
Sunny, no money, holiday
The day is still sun-filled and we're still on vacation, carefree and without the pressure of finances.
Sipping yellow lemonade
Once more, we're leisurely sipping on the fresh, zesty drink that complements the mood so well.
Contributed by Levi A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.