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.
Tenderly
Various Artists Lyrics
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The trembling trees embraced the breeze tenderly
Then you and I came wandering by
And lost in a sigh were we
The shore was kissed by sea and mist tenderly
I can't forget how two hearts met breathlessly
Your arms opened wide and closed me inside
You took my lips, you took my love so tenderly
The lyrics of "Tenderly" by Various Artists are an expression of a beautiful romantic moment between two people. The first two lines describe the soothing and affectionate touch of a gentle evening breeze against trees. The third line paints a picture of two individuals, who happen to be the singer and their love interest, crossing paths and becoming caught up in a moment of pure emotion, symbolized by a sigh. The fourth line describes the intersection of the sea and mist, both of which are natural elements that complement each other, much like the feelings of the two lovers. The fifth line reflects on that special moment when with hearts beating wildly, two people meet and become lost in each other's love. The last two lines portray physical intimacy - hugs and a kiss - capturing the intensity of the moment with the word tenderly.
In summary, "Tenderly" is about the intersection of nature's elements and the love of two individuals. The song evokes a sense of deep affection, warmth, and emotional resonance between two people in love. It is a beautiful song that lyrically captures the magic of a romantic relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
The evening breeze caressed the trees tenderly
The gentle wind softly passed over the trees with love
Then you and I came wandering by
That was when we met while out and about
And lost in a sigh were we
We were overwhelmed with emotion and both let out a sigh
The shore was kissed by sea and mist tenderly
The ocean waves and fog delicately touched the coastline
I can't forget how two hearts met breathlessly
The memory of our meeting takes my breath away
Your arms opened wide and closed me inside
You embraced me with open arms and held me close
You took my lips, you took my love so tenderly
You kissed me softly and showed affection towards me
Writer(s): Walter Gross, Jack Lawrence
Contributed by Isabella H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.