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.
No Regrets
Various Artists Lyrics
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Oh oh oh oh oh oh hear me out
This is my King's Speech, I'm nowhere near the end
If I s-s-s-stutter, sorry I ain't heaven's sent
I messed my life up and yeah I've been down
I'm a changed man now, Chris Brown
You know I feel your pain 'cause I've done and been through it
No point in turning back just to hit rewind
Back to the future, Ma... Marty McFly
Deep inside, there's a fire
'Cause I'm no longer looking at a reflection I admire
I paint the picture of a fighter, but their's someone's looking back at me and says I'm a liar
If I should die before I wake, the least that I could ever say
I made mistakes but held on to my faith
'Cause when I look in the mirror
I don't even recognise myself
Got the heart of a winner
But looking back at me is someone else
No regrets
No regrets
No point in crying over yesterday
No regrets
No regrets
'Cause we ain't even seen the best of days
Oh oh oh oh oh oh na na na na na
Oh oh oh oh oh oh
This is my last chance, I'm on my final straw
I came so close to b-b-b-breaking like a spinal chord
I came from nothing, some kid in Camden
Now I'm flying in the birds, Richard Branson
I'm a prince, yes I will... get the crown (Shh)
Kate stays in my dungeon when her sister's around
So please forgive if I make mistakes
But I'll blow the bloody doors off, Michael Cain
If I should die before I wake, the least that I could ever say
I made mistakes but held on to my faith
'Cause when I look in the mirror
I don't even recognise myself
Got the heart of a winner
But looking back at me is someone else
No regrets
No regrets
No point in crying over yesterday
No regrets
No regrets
'Cause we ain't even seen the best of days
I'm free to be whatever I, 'cause I'm famous
Call me Gallagher 'cause I'm so shameless
The papers, saw the pages that are the cost of my failures
Victimised by the public, don't know if I could take it
So I sing
So when you feel like there's no more and nothing left but the life you've broken
No regrets, no turning back
Pick up yourself and tell them I'm just being me
'Cause when I look in the mirror
I don't even recognise myself
Got the heart of a winner
But looking back at me is someone else
No regrets
No regrets
No point in crying over yesterday
No regrets
No regrets...
No regrets!
'Cause when I look in the mirror
I don't even recognise myself
Got the heart of a winner
But looking back at me is someone else
No regrets
No regrets
No point in crying over yesterday
No regrets
No regrets
'Cause we ain't even seen the best of days
'Cause when I look in the mirror (in the mirror)
I don't even recognise myself (oh oh oh oh)
Got the heart of a winner (of a winner)
But looking back at me is someone else (no)
No regrets (no)
No regrets
No point in crying over yesterday (ehhh)
No regrets
No regrets
'Cause you ain't even seen the best of me
The song "No Regrets" by Various Artists is an anthem for self-acceptance and resilience in the face of past mistakes or failures. The singer acknowledges that they have made mistakes and messed up their life, but they have learned from these experiences and changed for the better. The lyrics reference different celebrities and pop culture icons like Chris Brown, Kurt Cobain, Marty McFly, Richard Branson, Kate, Michael Cain, and Gallagher, which could imply that the singer feels pressure to live up to certain expectations or ideals. However, the refrain "No regrets" emphasizes the importance of moving forward and focusing on the future rather than dwelling on the past. The singer reminds the listener that they have the heart of a winner and encourages them to embrace their true selves without fear or shame.
Overall, the song conveys a message of hope and empowerment. The singer's vulnerability and honesty make them relatable, while the energetic beat and catchy chorus make the song uplifting and inspiring. By acknowledging their mistakes but refusing to be defined by them, the singer encourages the listener to live with courage and conviction.
Line by Line Meaning
This is my King's Speech, I'm nowhere near the end
I am still working towards my goals, and I am not going to stop anytime soon
If I s-s-s-stutter, sorry I ain't heaven's sent
I am not perfect and make mistakes like anyone else, but I try my best
I messed my life up and yeah I've been down
I have made mistakes in the past and had difficult times, but I have learned from them and moved on
I'm a changed man now, Chris Brown
I have grown and changed from my past mistakes, similar to Chris Brown's personal growth
You know I feel your pain 'cause I've done and been through it
I understand your struggles because I have gone through similar experiences
I'm Kurt Cobain but I just couldn't do it
Like Kurt Cobain, I have faced difficulties and struggles, but I chose to keep pushing forward instead of giving up
No point in turning back just to hit rewind
It is pointless to dwell on the past and wish you could change it, as it cannot be undone
Back to the future, Ma... Marty McFly
Referencing the popular movie franchise, I am looking to the future rather than dwelling in the past
Deep inside, there's a fire
I have a strong drive and ambition within myself
'Cause I'm no longer looking at a reflection I admire
I have made mistakes in the past that have caused me to lose respect for myself
I paint the picture of a fighter, but their's someone's looking back at me and says I'm a liar
While I present myself as strong and capable, I have an inner voice that doubts me
If I should die before I wake, the least that I could ever say
If something were to happen to me, the one thing I can say for sure is...
I made mistakes but held on to my faith
Despite my mistakes, I never lost sight of my core beliefs and values
I'm on my final straw
I am running out of chances and need to make the most of my current opportunity
I came so close to b-b-b-breaking like a spinal chord
I was on the verge of breaking down and giving up, just like a spinal cord can break under pressure
I came from nothing, some kid in Camden
I had humble beginnings and came from a less privileged background
Now I'm flying in the birds, Richard Branson
I have achieved success and wealth, similar to entrepreneur Richard Branson
Kate stays in my dungeon when her sister's around
Referencing the British royal family, I make a playful remark about my own wealth and status
But I'll blow the bloody doors off, Michael Cain
A reference to a famous line from the movie The Italian Job, I am saying that I will succeed no matter what
I'm free to be whatever I, 'cause I'm famous
Being famous gives me the freedom to do what I want, despite others' opinions
Call me Gallagher 'cause I'm so shameless
I am likening myself to notorious musician Liam Gallagher, who is known for his unapologetic behavior
The papers, saw the pages that are the cost of my failures
The media has highlighted my mistakes and used them to paint me in a negative light
Victimised by the public, don't know if I could take it
The public's criticism and judgment can be overwhelming at times, and it's hard to deal with
So when you feel like there's no more and nothing left but the life you've broken
For anyone who is feeling lost and hopeless...
No regrets, no turning back
Don't regret the past and don't look back
Pick up yourself and tell them I'm just being me
Be true to yourself and don't let others' opinions define you
'Cause you ain't even seen the best of me
I still have a lot of potential and greatness to show the world
Contributed by Hannah K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.