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.
Sail Away
Various Artists Lyrics
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I'll be there to save the day
Superman got nothing on me
I'm only one call away
Call me, baby, if you need a friend
I just wanna give you love
C'mon, c'mon, c'mon
No matter where you go
You know you're not alone
I'm only one call away
I'll be there to save the day
Superman got nothing on me
I'm only one call away
Come along with me and don't be scared
I just wanna set you free
C'mon, c'mon, c'mon
You and me can make it anywhere
For now, we can stay here for a while
'Cause you know, I just wanna see you smile
No matter where you go
You know you're not alone
I'm only one call away
I'll be there to save the day
Superman got nothing on me
I'm only one call away
And when you're weak I'll be strong
I'm gonna keep holding on
Now don't you worry, it won't be long
Darling, and when you feel like hope is gone
Just run into my arms
I'm only one call away
I'll be there to save the day
Superman got nothing on me
I'm only one, I'm only one call away
I'll be there to save the day
Superman got nothing on me
I'm only one call away
I'm only one call away
The lyrics of "Sail Away" by Various Artists express the desire to help someone who is struggling and feeling alone. The opening lines "I'm only one call away, I'll be there to save the day" show the willingness to be there for someone in need no matter what. The lyrics go on to say that "Superman got nothing on me," implying that the singer is capable of doing everything Superman can and more.
The chorus repeats the same phrase "I'm only one call away" but also adds that "Superman got nothing on me." The lyrics reassure the listener that they are not alone and that no matter where they go, there is someone willing to help them.
In the second verse, the singer asks the listener to come with them and not be scared. They express their desire to see the listener smile and for them to be free. The lyrics show a sense of compassion and kindness, with the singer wanting to help the listener in any way they can.
The final verse talks about being there for the listener when they are weak and holding onto them when they need it most. The last line reiterates that the singer is only one call away and that they will be there to help in any way they can.
Overall, the lyrics of "Sail Away" express a sense of empathy and understanding for those who are struggling and feeling alone. They offer words of comfort and assurance that there is someone out there who cares and will be there to help when needed.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm only one call away
The singer will always be available for support and help. A call from the person in need is all it takes.
I'll be there to save the day
The singer will do everything in their power to resolve the issue and be the hero the person needs in their life.
Superman got nothing on me
The singer is so confident in their abilities to help that they believe they are even better than a comic book hero.
Call me, baby, if you need a friend
The artist is willing to be a friend to the person, offering support and care when needed.
I just wanna give you love
The artist wants to provide the person with emotional love and support, offering comfort and care.
Reaching out to you, so take a chance
The singer is taking the first step in reaching out to the person in need, inviting them to take a chance on the support being offered.
No matter where you go
The person should know that even if they go far away, the singer will still be there for them.
You know you're not alone
The person should always remember that they have a friend who cares about them and is there for them.
Come along with me and don't be scared
The artist is extending a hand towards the person, offering to take their fears away and give them the courage they need to face their problems.
I just wanna set you free
The artist wants to help the person feel free, unburdened by their problems and able to move forward.
You and me can make it anywhere
The person and the singer can overcome anything together, no matter where life takes them.
For now, we can stay here for a while
The person is invited to stay with the artist for a while, to get the care, support, and comfort they need to face their challenges.
'Cause you know, I just wanna see you smile
The singer knows the person is going through a hard time and wants to brighten their day with a smile.
And when you're weak I'll be strong
The singer will be the person's strength when they feel weak or overwhelmed.
I'm gonna keep holding on
The singer will remain committed to the person, holding onto them and helping them through their struggles.
Now don't you worry, it won't be long
The artist is reassuring the person that their struggles won't last forever and that they will overcome them.
And when you feel like hope is gone
When the person feels like they've lost hope, the artist is going to be there to give them the hope they need.
Just run into my arms
The person is invited to seek comfort and safety in the singer's arms, where they will be cared for and supported.
I'm only one, I'm only one call away
The singer is reminding the person that even though they can't be with them all the time, they are still only a phone call away and always available for support.
I'll be there to save the day
The artist will always be available to support, help, and offer care, no matter what the day brings.
Superman got nothing on me
The artist is confident in their ability to help, knowing that their care and support is just as strong as any comic book hero's.
I'm only one call away
The artist wants the person to remember that they are never alone and that a call from them is all it takes for the artist to offer support and love.
Contributed by Ethan J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.