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.
It's Christmas Time
Various Artists Lyrics
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There's no need to be afraid
At Christmas time
We let in light and we banish shade
And in our world of plenty
We can spread a smile of joy
Throw your arms around the world
But say a prayer
Pray for the other ones
At Christmas time it's hard
But when you're having fun
There's a world outside your window
And it's a world of dread and fear
Where the only water flowing is
The bitter sting of tears
And the Christmas bells that are ringing
Are clanging chimes of doom
Well, tonight thank God it's them instead of you.
And there won't be snow in Africa this Christmas time.
The greatest gift they'll get this year is life
Where nothing ever grows
No rain or rivers flow
Do they know it's Christmas time at all?
Feed the world
Let them know it's Christmas time
Feed the world
Do they know it's Christmas time at all?
Here's to you
raise a glass for everyone
Here's to them
underneath that burning sun
Do they know it's Christmas time at all?
Feed the world
Feed the world
Feed the world
Let them know it's Christmas time again
Feed the world
Let them know it's Christmas time again
Feed the world
Let them know it's Christmas time again
The song "It's Christmas Time" by Various Artists is a powerful anthem that calls for unity, love, and compassion for those less fortunate during the holiday season. The opening lines remind us that this is a time for joy and light, and that we have the ability to share that joy with others. But the lyrics quickly remind us that there are many in the world who are suffering and struggling, and that we have a responsibility to reach out to them.
The song highlights the contrast between the celebration of Christmas in the West with the reality in Africa where there is no snow, rain or rivers- a poignant depiction of the plight of those living in poverty. The lyrics are a plea for people in the developed world to recognize their good fortunes and use their abundance to help those who are less fortunate. It’s a reminder that we should not forget to pray or offer assistance to those that are facing hardship during the holiday, even while we are enjoying the festivities.
As the song ends, it returns to a call for action- an urging to feed the world and make sure that everyone knows it's Christmas time. The message is clear - we can all make a difference, and there is no better time than the present to start spreading love, hope and joy.
Line by Line Meaning
It's Christmas time
The holiday season has arrived
There's no need to be afraid
There's no need to be fearful during Christmas time as it is meant to be a time of joy
At Christmas time, we let in light and we banish shade
During Christmas, we celebrate and spread light and joy instead of darkness
And in our world of plenty, we can spread a smile of joy
In our world where we have an abundance of resources, we can share our happiness with others during Christmas time
Throw your arms around the world, at Christmas time
During Christmas, it is time to embrace everyone and share happiness and joy around the world
But say a prayer, pray for the other ones
While we enjoy the holiday season, we should remember to pray for those less fortunate than us
At Christmas time, it's hard
During Christmas time, it can be difficult to see the hardships and struggles of others
But when you're having fun, there's a world outside your window
It is important to be mindful that while we may be having fun during Christmas, there are still problems and hardships faced by others
And it's a world of dread and fear, where the only water flowing is the bitter sting of tears
Many people in the world are suffering and facing challenges, and there are areas without access to basic necessities like water
And the Christmas bells that are ringing are clanging chimes of doom
For those facing hardships, the sound of Christmas bells may be a reminder of their struggles and difficulties
Well, tonight thank God it's them instead of you
It is important to be grateful for what we have during Christmas, and to remember those who are facing greater challenges
And there won't be snow in Africa this Christmas time
In some parts of the world, the weather during Christmas may not be as it is often depicted, and snow may not be present
The greatest gift they'll get this year is life
For those in need, simply having the gift of life is the greatest present they could receive
Where nothing ever grows, no rain or rivers flow
In some areas, it is difficult to grow crops or have access to basic necessities like water
Do they know it's Christmas time at all?
Many people in the world may not be aware of the holiday season or able to celebrate it in the same way as others
Feed the world, let them know it's Christmas time
It is important to spread joy and help others during Christmas, especially those in need around the world
Here's to you, raise a glass for everyone
Cheers to everyone, wishing them happiness and joy this holiday season
Here's to them, underneath that burning sun
Thinking of those in areas of extreme heat, hoping they can still find joy during Christmas despite their difficult circumstances
Feed the world, feed the world, feed the world
Repeated emphasis on the importance of helping and feeding those in need during Christmas time
Let them know it's Christmas time again
Encouragement to spread the joy and happiness of the holiday season to those in need
Contributed by Hudson O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@bridgetellen575
List of singers:
0:35 One Direction
0:44 Ed Sheeran
0:52 Rita Ora
1:01 Sam Smith
1:10 Paloma Faith
1:18 Emeli Sandé
1:27 Elbow (Guy Garvey)
1:36 Dan Smith (Bastille)
1:40 Angelique Kidjo
1:44 Chris Martin (Coldplay)
1:53 Bono
2:02 Seal
2:10 Ellie Goulding
2:19 Sinead O’Connor
2:27 Bono
2:36 One Direction
2:38 Olly Murs
2:41 Bastille
2:42 Sam Smith
2:45 Rita Ora
@robertsmithfan69
[One Direction:]
It's Christmas time, there's no need to be afraid
[Ed Sheeran:]
At Christmas time, we let in light and we banish shade
[Rita Ora:]
And in our world of plenty we can spread a smile of joy
[Sam Smith:]
Throw your arms around the world at Christmas time
[Paloma Faith:]
But say a prayer and pray for the other ones
[Emeli Sandé:]
At Christmas time it's hard but while you're having fun
[Guy Garvey:]
There's a world outside your window and it's a world of dread and fear
[Dan Smith:]
Where a kiss of love can kill you
[Angelique Kidjo:]
Where there's death in every tear
[Chris Martin:]
And the Christmas bells that ring there are the clanging chimes of doom
[Bono:]
Well, tonight we're reaching out and touching you
[Seal:]
Bring peace and joy this Christmas to West Africa
[Ellie Goulding:]
A song of hope where there's no hope tonight
[Sinéad O'Connor:]
Why is comfort to be feared, why is to touch to be scared?
[Bono:]
How can they know it's Christmas time at all?
[One Direction:]
Here's to you
[Olly Murs:]
Raise a glass to everyone
[Bastille:]
Here's to them
[Sam Smith:]
And all there is to come
[Rita Ora:]
Can they know it's Christmas time at all?
[All:]
Feed the world
Let them know it's Christmas time again
Feel the world
Let them know it's Christmas time again
Heal the world
Let them know it's Christmas time again
Feed the world
Let them know it's Christmas time again
Feel the world
Let them know it's Christmas time again
Heal the world
Let them know it's Christmas time again
Feed the world
Let them know it's Christmas time again
Feel the world
Let them know it's Christmas time again
@justvibing558
1/21
It’s Christmas time – there’s no need to be afraid - One Direction
2/21
At Christmas time – we let in light and we banish shade - Ed Sheeran
3/21
And in our world of plenty we can spread our smile of joy - Rita Ora
4/21
Feel your arms around the world at Christmas time - Sam Smith
5/21
But say a prayer and pray for the other ones - Paloma Faith
6/21
At Christmas time it's hard but while you’re having fun - Emeli Sandé
7/21
There’s a world outside your window and it’s a world of dread and fear - Elbow
8/21
Where a kiss of love can kill you - Dan from Bastille
9/21
Where there’s death in every tear - Angelique Kidjo
10/21
And the Christmas bells that ring there are the clanging chimes of doom - Chris Martin
11/21
Well tonight we’re reaching out and touching you - Bono
12/21
Bring peace and joy this Christmas to West Africa - Seal
13/21
A song of hope where there’s no hope tonight (ooh) - Ellie Goulding
14/21
Why is comfort to be feared, why is to touch to be scared - Sinead O’Connor
15/21
How can they know it’s Christmas time at all - Bono
16/21
Here’s to you - One Direction
17/21
Raise a glass to everyone - Olly Murs
18/21
Here's to them - Bastille
19/21
And all their years to come - Sam Smith
20/21
Can they know it's Christmas time at all - Rita Ora
21/21
Heal the world, let them know it's Christmas time again
Heal the world, let them know it's Christmas time again
Heal the world, let them know it's Christmas time again
Heal the world, let them know it's Christmas time again
Heal the world, let them know it's Christmas time again
Heal the world, let them know it's Christmas time again
Heal the world, let them know it's Christmas time again
Heal the world, let them know it's Christmas time again
Heal the world - Band Aid 30
[ I don't care if it's feed the world or heal the world or whatever you are just going to have to go along with what you believe. please don't complain in the comments]
@SuperLusername
As they always will be. Africa is a long way from being developed. Even with America, EU and China pumping tons and tons of money into infrastructure and other aid in Africa, it is simply not enough.
And it will never be enough. The difficult truth is that no matter how hard we try to build Africa with money and without it (doctors without borders, voluntary schools...), we cant feed all the hungry people.
Africans need work, jobs. That way they could survive, but there is no work for everyone because there is so much people compared to development of infrastructure. For every new workplace created there are 3 new born Africans.
In 30 years Africa will have doubled it's population, DOUBLED!
And in 80 years it will have a population of around 4 billion!
Compared to 1.3 billion today.
All the while it is amlost imposiible to reach half of Africa, and those are the place most in need. Why? Because they are in the state of constant war, warlords, separatists, government forces...and it won't end soon.
I'm afraid all we can do is keep giving them money to survive and let them settle their differences, unless someone prefers a direct interevention - USA style.
@magnumopus8420
Fun Facts about this video:
•The last time i saw Zayn together with One Direction
•Sam Smith still a straight guy
•Rita Ora still hasn't publicly disguised as bisexual
•Dan Smith/Bastille the day they became a big group in music industry (Pompeii)
•Ed Sheeran admits he really quit using social media
•Chris Martin (Coldplay's vocalist) still having a relationship with Dakota Johnson
and many more...
time goes way too fast but still listening to this since the day it was released & watching it for the first time in VeVo music
PS: i guess this is the best/theme song during pandemic (Corona Virus) & reminiscing those good days, damn i wanna go back from that time :(
@laylasdirectionx2200
I like the fact that they got shots of Louis and Harry going into the building 😂
@knorkster5459
And what about the "Barry" Uwe Ochsenkneckt?
@maryanncanavan2390
and zayn
@SulphurS16
Larry stylinson will truly make my year
@danah7649
damn zayns just a ghost
@maarii_aoki
I love how in that room together are the worlds most famous and successful artist...
then just three youtubers
@nzaccour1802
lmaooo right i just noticed that... what r they doing there
@ranggahatmadja157
@@nzaccour1802 who?
@nzaccour1802
@Ranggah Atmadja Zoella, Alfie Dayes and Joe Sugg ( Thatcherjoe)
@sarahpetersen6619
@@nzaccour1802 Because they are the most famous youtubers in Great Britain. Or where at that time.