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.
I Cover The Waterfront
Various Artists Lyrics
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Live in my house
I'll be your shelter
Just pay me back
With one thousand kisses
Be my lover - I'll cover you
[Collins]
I'll be your tenant
Don't got much baggage
To lay at your feet
But sweet kisses I've got to spare
I'll be there - I'll cover you
[Both]
I think they meant it
When they said you can't buy love
Now I know you can rent it
A new lease you are, my love,
On life - be my life
Just slip me on
I'll be your blanket
Wherever - whatever - I'll be your coat
[Angel]
You'll be my king
And I'll be your castle
[Cllins]
No you'll be my queen
And I'll be your moat
[Both]
I think they meant it
When they said you can't buy love
Now I know you can rent it
A new lease you are, my love,
On life - all my life
I've longed to discover
Something as true as this is
[Collins & Angel]
So with a thousand
sweet kisses If you're cold
I'll cover you And you're lonely
With a thousand
sweet kisses
I'll cover you You've got one nickel only
With a thousand sweet kisses
I'll cover you
When you're worn
out and tired With a thousand sweet kisses
I'll cover you
When your heart has
expired
[Both]
Oh lover I'll cover you
Oh lover I'll cover you
In "I Cover The Waterfront," the lyrics revolve around the theme of love, support, and protection. The song tells the story of two individuals who are offering themselves as a shelter and a source of comfort to each other. The lyrics express an unconditional love that is willing to provide care and security, even in the face of challenges.
The first verse, sung by Angel, sets the tone for the song. They invite someone to live in their house and promise to be their shelter. However, Angel asks for payment in the form of a thousand kisses, implying that love and affection are the currency in this relationship. They profess their willingness to cover and protect the other person, becoming their lover.
The second verse, sung by Collins, continues the theme of providing support and protection. Collins offers themselves as a tenant, indicating a mutually beneficial arrangement. They don't have much baggage to burden the other person with, but they have plenty of sweet kisses to share. Collins assures that they will be there and cover the other person, reinforcing the commitment and dedication in this relationship.
The chorus is a reflection on the concept of love and its commercialized nature. It suggests that love cannot be bought but can be rented. It highlights the idea that love is not a transaction but an experience that can be shared for a specific period. The chorus celebrates the new lease on life that the other person represents, emphasizing the value and importance of their presence.
The following verses and lines continue to emphasize the dedication in this relationship. There is a playful exchange between Angel and Collins, where they compare themselves to various symbols of strength and protection. They assert their commitment to each other, exploring the imagery of a king and castle, a queen and moat, to illustrate their connectedness and mutual reliance.
Throughout the song, there is a repetition of the phrase "I'll cover you." This phrase symbolizes the willingness to provide emotional and physical support, to be a source of comfort, and to protect each other. The repeated use of the phrase intensifies the message, reinforcing the central theme of love as a nurturing and sheltering force.
The final lines express a desire to find something as genuine and true as the love they have discovered. It signifies the rarity of finding such love. The song concludes with a vow to cover and protect each other with a thousand sweet kisses, even in difficult times. It showcases an unwavering commitment to being there for each other, offering comfort, and being a source of solace throughout life's hardships.
Line by Line Meaning
Live in my house
Come and stay with me
I'll be your shelter
I'll provide a safe and comforting space for you
Just pay me back
Show your love and appreciation
With one thousand kisses
Express your love through kisses
Be my lover - I'll cover you
If you love me, I'll take care of you
Open your door
Let me into your life
I'll be your tenant
I'll be there for you, living in your heart
Don't got much baggage
I don't bring any emotional burden
To lay at your feet
To burden you with
But sweet kisses I've got to spare
But I have plenty of sweet kisses to give you
I'll be there - I'll cover you
I'll always be there for you and take care of you
I think they meant it
I believe it to be true
When they said you can't buy love
When people said love cannot be bought
Now I know you can rent it
But now I understand that you can have it temporarily
A new lease you are, my love
You are a fresh start and a new opportunity for love in my life
On life - be my life
You are my reason for living and my whole life
Just slip me on
Just let me be a part of your life
I'll be your blanket
I'll keep you warm and protected
Wherever - whatever - I'll be your coat
No matter where or what, I'll be there to support you
You'll be my king
You'll have power and authority in our relationship
And I'll be your castle
And I'll be your strong and secure refuge
No you'll be my queen
Actually, you'll have the highest position
And I'll be your moat
And I'll protect you from any harm
I think they meant it
I believe it to be true
When they said you can't buy love
When people said love cannot be bought
Now I know you can rent it
But now I understand that you can have it temporarily
A new lease you are, my love
You are a fresh start and a new opportunity for love in my life
On life - all my life
You mean everything to me and I will give you my entire life
I've longed to discover
I've always wanted to find
Something as true as this is
Something as genuine and real as this
So with a thousand
Therefore, with a thousand
sweet kisses If you're cold
Sweet kisses to warm you up if you're feeling cold
I'll cover you And you're lonely
I'll be there to give you comfort and company if you're feeling lonely
With a thousand
With a thousand
sweet kisses
sweet kisses
I'll cover you You've got one nickel only
I'll take care of you, even if you only have a small amount of money
With a thousand sweet kisses
With a thousand sweet kisses
I'll cover you
I'll protect and support you
When you're worn out and tired
When you're exhausted and weary
With a thousand sweet kisses
With a thousand sweet kisses
I'll cover you
I'll take care of you
When your heart has expired
When you feel emotionally drained
Oh lover I'll cover you
Oh my love, I'll protect and support you
Oh lover I'll cover you
Oh my love, I'll be there for you
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