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 don't know why
Various Artists Lyrics
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To step out of my comfort zone
Whenever I try
I am afraid to just let go
Don't know why I run
Don't know why I hide
Never let them know
Don't know why I'm scared
Just to take a chance
While I'm just standing here
I've never been one
To break free
'Cause I've always cared
What everyone thinks of me
Don't know why I run
Don't know why I hide
Never let them know
What I feel inside
Don't know why I'm scared
Just to take a chance
While I'm just standing here
Like a bird
Free to fly
Spread my wings and fly my life
Like a bird
Up so high out of the cage
It's my time to shine
Like a bird
I'm free to fly
So tell me (tell me)
Why don't I
The lyrics to the song "I Don't Know Why" by Various Artists depict the theme of fear and self-doubt. The singer expresses their reluctance to leave their comfort zone and try new things, even when they know that it may be beneficial for them. They acknowledge their fear of taking risks and being judged by others for their actions. They want to break free from this cycle and start living their life to the fullest by spreading their wings and flying like a bird. However, despite their desire to soar, they feel trapped in their own thoughts and don't understand why they can't take that first step.
The lyrics of the song send a powerful message to listeners who may be going through similar struggles in their lives. The artist encourages individuals to step out of their comfort zones and embrace new challenges in life. It is a reminder of how easy it is to get stuck in a rut and become complacent in life. The song challenges listeners to face their fears head-on and take the necessary steps to achieve their dreams and reach their full potential.
Overall, "I Don't Know Why" has a thought-provoking and inspirational message that speaks to the inner struggles that we all face from time to time.
Line by Line Meaning
I've never been one
I have never been the type of person
To step out of my comfort zone
to do things that make me uncomfortable
Whenever I try
when I attempt to step out of my comfort zone
I am afraid to just let go
I am scared to completely let loose and embrace new experiences
Don't know why I run
I don't understand why I retreat or avoid things
Don't know why I hide
I don't understand why I conceal my true nature
Never let them know
I always keep my feelings and emotions hidden from others
What I feel inside
my deepest emotions
Don't know why I'm scared
I don't understand why I experience fear
Just to take a chance
simply trying new things or exploring different paths
While I'm just standing here
when I remain inactive and idle
I've never been one
I have never been the type of person
To break free
to let go of all the feelings that stop me from being myself
'Cause I've always cared
because for me, it has always mattered what other people think of me
What everyone thinks of me
whatever impression people have of me
Like a bird
in the same way that birds
Free to fly
are free to fly wherever they want
Spread my wings and fly my life
I should take control of my own life and be proactive in determining my future
Up so high out of the cage
I need unbind myself from the shackles of my own fears
It's my time to shine
this moment is when I should showcase my worth
Like a bird
in the same way that birds
I'm free to fly
I too have the freedom to pursue my dreams
So tell me (tell me)
please do explain to me
Why don't I
what is stopping me from doing what I really want
Writer(s): Willie Mitchell, Earl Randle
Contributed by Scarlett D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@backtomemory3012
I waited 'til I saw the sun
I don't know why I didn't come
I left you by the house of fun
I don't know why I didn't come
I don't know why I didn't come
When I saw the break of day
I wished that I could fly away
Instead of kneeling in the sand
Catching teardrops in my hand
My heart is drenched in wine
But you'll be on my mind
Forever
Out across the endless sea
I would die in ecstasy
But I'll be a bag of bones
Driving down the road alone
My heart is drenched in wine
But you'll be on my mind
Forever
Something has to make you run
I don't know why I didn't come
I feel as empty as a drum
I don't know why I didn't come
I don't know why I didn't come
I don't know why I didn't come
@davidhipo5350
Lyrics:
I waited till I saw the sun
I don't know why I didn't come
I left you by the house of fun
I don't know why I didn't come
I don't know why I didn't come
When I saw the break of day
I wished that I could fly away
Instead of kneeling in the sand
Catching teardrops in my hand
My heart is drenched in wine
But you'll be on my mind
Forever
Out across the endless sea
I would die in ecstasy
But I'll be a bag of bones
Driving down the road alone
My heart is drenched in wine
But you'll be on my mind
Forever
Something has to make you run
I don't know why I didn't come
I feel as empty as a drum
I don't know why I didn't come
I don't know why I didn't come
I don't know why I didn't come
@kirkbartch2604
2024 anyone?
@mc_cheshire
My mom used to play this on snow days. I wish adult life had snow days.
@jimmyjum2551
I’m a small little bug squash me please
@us3r709
😇
@anthonymilliner6782
Definitely
@angus3734
Of course
@gilbertkentbaluyot7709
My mom passed away yesterday, this is her favorite song. Too much pain I feel right now but I know she's in good hand. I love you mom!
@kotrinad5087
In the beginning it’s hard, but with time it gets a little easier!
@ashleywills8761
🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
@fionalwan21
Hope you always doing great man