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.
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Various Artists Lyrics
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From this valley they say you are going
We will miss your bright eyes and your smile
For they say you are taking the sunshine
That has brightened our pathways awhile
Come and sit by my side, if you love me
Just remember the Red River Valley
And the cowgirl who loved you so true
I’ve been thinking a long time, my darling
Of the sweet words you never would say
Now, alas, must my fond hopes all vanish
For they say you are going away
Do you think of the valley you’re leaving
O how lonely, how dreary it will be
Do you think of the kind hearts you’re breaking
And the pain you are causing to me
They will bury me where you have wandered
Near the hills where the daffodils grow
When you’re gone from the Red River Valley
For I can’t live without I know
Come and sit by my side, if you love me
Do not hasten to bid me adieu
Just remember the Red River Valley
And the cowgirl who loved you so true
And the cowgirl who loved you so true
"Red River Valley" is a traditional American folk song that has been covered by many artists, including traditional, country, and pop. The song tells the story of a cowboy or cowgirl who is leaving the Red River Valley, leaving behind a loved one who they will miss dearly. The singer asks their loved one not to forget them and to remember the place where they shared happy times together. The song is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and heartbreak that accompany a life on the move, but it also speaks to the deep connections that can be formed, even in the face of adversity.
In Marty Robbins' cover of "Red River Valley," the song takes on a romantic and melancholy tone. Robbins' use of strings and his smooth, crooning voice add to the sense of longing that permeates the song. As he sings of the cowgirl who loved him so true, you can feel the heartache in every note. The song becomes a tribute to the enduring power of love, even in the midst of change and uncertainty.
Alternatively, in Woody Guthrie's version of "Red River Valley," the song has a more stark and rugged quality. Guthrie's voice is raw and unpolished, and he accompanies himself on guitar, giving the song a stripped-down, almost haunting quality. His version of the song is a testament to the richness of American folk music and the deep connection that exists between singer and song.
Line by Line Meaning
From this valley they say you are going
It's been said that you are leaving this place
We will miss your bright eyes and your smile
We will miss your cheerful demeanor and friendly gaze
For they say you are taking the sunshine that has brightened our pathways awhile
It's believed that you are taking the joy and happiness you brought to us with you
Come and sit by my side, if you love me
If you love me, come and sit beside me
Do not hasten to bid me adieu
Don't rush to say goodbye to me
Just remember the Red River Valley
Just hold onto memories of our time together in this valley
And the cowgirl who loved you so true
Remember the cowgirl who truly loved you
I’ve been thinking a long time, my darling
My dearest love, I have been contemplating for a long time
Of the sweet words you never would say
You always held back the affectionate words that I longed to hear
Now, alas, must my fond hopes all vanish
Unfortunately, all of my optimistic desires for our future must now fade away
For they say you are going away
Because it's been said that you are leaving
Do you think of the valley you’re leaving
Do you ever think about the place that you are leaving behind?
O how lonely, how dreary it will be
It will be so lonesome and dull without you here
Do you think of the kind hearts you’re breaking
Are you aware of the pain you are causing by leaving us?
And the pain you are causing to me
And the hurt you are causing me specifically
They will bury me where you have wandered
Wherever you have traveled, that's where they will bury me
Near the hills where the daffodils grow
Close to the hills where the yellow daffodils bloom
When you’re gone from the Red River Valley
When you are no longer here in this valley
For I can’t live without I know
Because I cannot bear to live without you, my love
And the cowgirl who loved you so true
And please don't forget about the cowgirl who loved you so sincerely
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