1) Whitley is … Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one artist with this name, including:
1) Whitley is Australian singer and songwriter Brian Laurence Greenwood.
2) Whitley was an American acoustic pop band from Wichita, KS, that began in November of 2005 and ended in June of 2006.
1) Whitley is Australian singer and songwriter Brian Laurence Greenwood from Melbourne, Australia.
Whitley is said to blend organic acoustic flavours with electronic overtones creating songs with hushed, whimsical tales of love and loss.
Whitley’s previous incarnations in hardcore and punk bands were tempered when he was dragged along to see alt-country stars Keiran Cane and Kevin Welsh by a friend’s father. He had an epiphany and was converted to the “songs that made sense” and started listening to traditional country. The result of these influences has produced a folktronic sound all of his own.
Whitley first met producer and collaborator, Nick Huggins, from watching him play the Mississippi folk instrument the steel lap guitar (dobro). The friendship evolved through a shared love of music and Nick was the natural choice to work on the album. The pair took a pragmatic approach to recording, decamping to the surrounds of Nick’s family home in Point Lonsdale converting the old house into a studio with a sleeping barracks out the back. Instead of a rigid schedule and time restraints, recording revolved around the Geelong footy fixture and the surfing tides. “We planned the whole album around the footy and surfing. It was a matter of working around that stuff. You don’t want to do anything when you’re not feeling creative. So we would only create and only write and only make music when we wanted. Nick is a mad Geelong fan and he refused to record on any days when Geelong was playing. And it would really influence the way Nick recorded that week. If Geelong won, he would be up beat [clicks fingers] and on fire and if they lost he would just be miserable.”
In between Geelong matches and early morning surfs, the album "The Submarine" began to take shape, coming to life in the bathrooms and bedrooms of the house. It is this organic approach that results in the songs creating an intimacy that invites you in to join in his happiness and heartbreak. The album was then mixed by Jonathan Burnside [The Sleepy Jackson, Nirvana, Faith No More, Fugazi] in his studio. Whitley felt that Burnside had an understanding of the organic recording process and could really bring that out.
Whitley's 2009 album, "Go Forth, Find Mammoth", was nominated for a 2010 ARIA Award for Best Adult Alternative Album.
Official Whitley site.
2) Whitley was an acoustic pop band from Wichita, KS that began in November of 2005 and ended in June of 2006.
They sported many tours through the Midwest region. Only one of which (Colorado) was completely unsuccessful because of weather conditions, a flat tire, and cranky 'tudes from all the dudes.
An EP was released in early 2006 containing 7 songs. A single was later attempted but was never completed.
The front-man, Tyler Clarensau, currently continues with a solo project. Music can be heard here.
The two other members, Josh White (bass) and Joey Betzen (drums) turned to an acoustic project of instrumental origin.
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Whitley Lyrics
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I want to know where I got this scar
I'll leave alone to where I once flew
Out of my heart where the wild things grew
But I want to live to see all my days
And I want to give and right my wrong ways
It's scary I know, the places we go
And I've bled out for you
I want to see all the killers drown
In the blood that they drew from the book that they found
And as they sink through wars morning dew
I hope they can breathe and are found anew
But I want to live to see all my days
And I want to give and right my wrong ways
It's scary I know, the places we go
But I want to give 'til I'm on the floor
Clear blue sky, I will make you cry
'Til I've bled out for you
The lyrics to Whitley's song "I" are filled with contemplation and a desire for liberation. The opening lines express a longing for escapism, a desire to be far from reality and to understand the origin of a physical scar. The singer desires to go back to where they once were and explores the wilderness within themself. However, this search for freedom does not mean the singer wants to die, they want to live to see all their days, and to make amends for their past mistakes. The singer acknowledges that the journey may be challenging and scary, but still intends to give it their all until they can't anymore.
The second half of the song lyrically takes a darker turn. The singer expresses vengeance, wishing to see those who have committed atrocious acts face swift justice by drowning in the same blood they drew. Despite this hateful desire, the singer hopes for their enemies to find peace and start anew. The song then ends with the same line from earlier in the song, emphasizing the singer's willingness to sacrifice oneself for a purpose greater than oneself, represented by the person being bled out for.
Line by Line Meaning
I want to be on a far off star
I desire to be somewhere far away from here in a distant part of the universe.
I want to know where I got this scar
I wish to identify the origin of this wound or mark on my flesh or soul.
I'll leave alone to where I once flew
I will depart from this place and travel to a location where I have previously been.
Out of my heart where the wild things grew
From my innermost being, where untamed and undisciplined elements have arisen.
But I want to live to see all my days
Despite my aspirations to escape, I crave a long and complete life.
And I want to give and right my wrong ways
I desire to be generous and correct my past mistakes and misdeeds.
It's scary I know, the places we go
I acknowledge the fear that exists due to the environments and experiences we encounter in our lives.
But I want to live 'til I'm on the floor
Nevertheless, my goal is to live until my last breath is drawn.
And I've bled out for you
I am willing to give my all and sacrifice everything for the sake of someone or something else.
I want to see all the killers drown
I desire to witness those who have taken life be submerged and overwhelmed by the consequences of their actions.
In the blood that they drew from the book that they found
In the very essence of the violent tales and philosophies they have gleaned from corrupted sources.
And as they sink through wars morning dew
As they descend through the remnants of conflict and chaos, illuminated by the first light of day.
I hope they can breathe and are found anew
I pray that they can somehow recover and be renewed, despite the depths and darkness they have faced.
Clear blue sky, I will make you cry
I will unleash my emotions and power upon the calm and beautiful atmosphere.
'Til I've bled out for you
Until I have expended all of my strength and vitality for the benefit of another.
Contributed by Liliana F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@miltonjr1636
I'm no stranger to the rain
I'm a friend of thunder
Friend, is it any wonder lightning strikes me?
I've fought with the devil
Got down on his level
But I never gave in, so he gave up on me
I'm no stranger to the rain
I can spot bad weather
And I'm good at finding shelter in a downpour
I've been sacrificed by brothers
Crucified by lovers
But through it all, I withstood the pain
I'm no stranger to the rain
When I get that foggy feeling
The one I'm feeling now
If I don't keep my head up, I may drown
But it's hard to keep believing
I'll even come out even
While the rain beats a hole in the ground
And tonight, it's really coming down
I'm no stranger to the rain
But there'll always be tomorrow
And I'll beg, steal, or borrow a little sunshine
And I'll put this cloud behind me
That's how the man designed me
To ride the wind and dance in a hurricane
I'm no stranger to the rain
Oh, no, I'm no stranger to the rain
I'm no stranger to the rain
I'm a friend of thunder
Friend, is it any wonder lightning strikes me?
But I'll put this cloud behind me
That's how the man designed me
To ride the wind and dance in a hurricane
I'm no stranger to the rain
Oh, no, I'm no stranger to the rain
@chris2302
Keith is a legend and it's a crying shame that he died so young.
@bellatayag8872
Yes iam very sad
@williammccloud5579
Agreed lost Keith Whitley to soon to alcohol addiction but his music will lives on forever my favorite COUNTRY music singer
@glennmorris371
I'm just thankful we had him for the time we did... He's the best ever.
@Lori-ju9ho
I agree
@williammccloud5579
@@Lori-ju9ho agreed with you
@DHW448
He was one of the best at sharing his pain. He was troubled and traumatized and it came out in his voice and lyrics. Be at peace Keith.
@Mark-ys1ld
Reminds me of Hank Sr. As I'm sure that was an influence on him. 💯
@BethyKable
Well said
@cameronparkmusic4205
It’s clear he was in pain 🥺 on his death report he was only 34. And was said his blood alcohol level was 0.47