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.
by your side
Various Artists Lyrics
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You think I'd leave your side baby?
You know me better than that
You think I'd leave down when your down on your knees?
I wouldn't do that
I'll do you right when your wrong
If only you could see into me
Oh, when your cold
I'll be there to hold you tight to me
When your on the outside baby and you can't get in
I will show you, your so much better than you know
When your lost, when your alone and you can't get back again
I will find you darling I'll bring you home
If you want to cry
I am here to dry your eyes
And in no time you'll be fine
You think I'd leave your side baby
You know me better than that
You think I'd leave you down when your down on your knees
I wouldn't do that
I'll do you right when your wrong
I-----I, ohhhh, ohhh
If only you could see into me
Oh when your cold
I'll be there
To hold you tight to me
Oh when your alone
I'll be there by your side baby
Repeat 1x
The meaning behind Various Artists' song "By Your Side" is quite evident from the lyrics themselves. It's all about being there for the person you love no matter what, through thick and thin, always remaining by their side. The opening lines "You think I'd leave your side baby? You know me better than that" sets the tone for the rest of the song, expressing the singer's unwavering commitment to their partner, letting them know that they will never abandon them even during tough times.
The chorus of the song carries the message further, highlighting just how far the singer is willing to go for their loved one. When they are cold, lost, or alone, the singer promises to hold them tight, find them, and bring them home. They even offer to be a shoulder to cry on, promising to be there to dry away their tears and help them find their way back to a happier place.
Looking at the song's lyrics, it's clear that the singer is a supportive and caring partner who will always remain loyal and true to their beloved. It's a beautiful expression of love, and the music itself enhances the emotion and tenderness of the lyrics. Overall, "By Your Side" is an excellent song for anyone who wants to declare their loyalty and support for someone they love.
Line by Line Meaning
You think I'd leave your side baby?
Do you believe that I would abandon you?
You know me better than that
You understand my character better than to think that.
You think I'd leave down when your down on your knees?
Do you think I would abandon you at a time when you're in despair?
I wouldn't do that
I would never do such a thing.
I'll do you right when your wrong
I will stand by you and support you even when you make mistakes.
I-----ohhh, ohhh
I care deeply for you.
If only you could see into me
I wish you could understand how much you mean to me.
Oh, when your cold
When you're feeling sad and alone,
I'll be there to hold you tight to me
I will be there to offer you comfort and support.
When your on the outside baby and you can't get in
When you feel excluded or isolated,
I will show you, your so much better than you know
I will remind you of your worth and potential.
When your lost, when your alone and you can't get back again
When you feel lost and disconnected and can't find your way back,
I will find you darling I'll bring you home
I will search for you and guide you back to where you belong.
If you want to cry
If you need to express your emotions,
I am here to dry your eyes
I am here to provide you with emotional support.
And in no time you'll be fine
With my help, you will get through this difficult time.
I'll do you right when your wrong
I will be loyal to you and support you even when you make mistakes.
I-----I, ohhhh, ohhh
I care deeply about you and will always be there for you.
Oh when your cold
When you're feeling sad and alone,
I'll be there
I'll be by your side to offer comfort and support.
To hold you tight to me
To embrace you and offer you comfort and support.
Oh when your alone
When you're feeling isolated and disconnected,
I'll be there by your side baby
I'll be there for you and provide you with support and companionship.
Repeat 1x
Repetition of previous stanzas.
Contributed by Camilla E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.