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.
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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.
Let It Sing
Whitley Lyrics
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A tear fell down to the breath that I drew
We had our family, we had our home
Foundations trembled, now it's dead and gone
I was a young man, my gun was clean
I hadn't killed yet, I was unseen
Something comes creeping, creeping in
Then I fell like I knew that I was all alone
And I looked for the road towards my home
I'm a thread from a coat, I was poorly sewn
I'm a king but I stand on an empty throne
And we're all running from where we've been
Our innocence was never seen
Something comes creeping, creeping in
This could be true love or just another sin
'Cause you make me feel like I'm not alone
And you make me feel like I'm coming home
I'm a king you're a queen, let it sing, let it sing
I'm a king you're a queen, let it sing, let it sing
The lyrics of Whitley's song "Let It Sing" express a range of emotions centered around loss, growth, and finding love amidst chaos. The song begins with Whitley reflecting on his birth and how the foundation of his family and home had been shaken and destroyed. This sets the tone for the rest of the song, which sees Whitley grappling with the aftermath of his experiences.
The second verse is particularly poignant as it delves into the theme of loss and how it can lead to violent actions. Whitley confesses to killing his first love and the blood on his hands acts as a metaphor for the guilt and shame that he carries with him. The line "Then I fell like I knew that I was all alone" is particularly haunting as it showcases the loneliness and isolation that comes from doing something unforgivable.
However, the song takes a hopeful turn in the chorus as Whitley finds love that makes him feel less alone and more at home. The king and queen imagery suggest a sense of royalty and companionship that he finds in his partner. The line "let it sing" is the culmination of the message of the song - to let love and hope sing through the pain.
Overall, "Let It Sing" is an emotive and introspective song that deals with heavy themes with sensitivity and vulnerability.
Line by Line Meaning
When I was born in my mother's bed
My life began in my mother's care.
A tear fell down to the breath that I drew
My birth brought both joy and sorrow to my family.
We had our family, we had our home
My family used to be whole and happy.
Foundations trembled, now it's dead and gone
However, something happened that destroyed everything we had.
I was a young man, my gun was clean
I was once naïve and inexperienced.
I hadn't killed yet, I was unseen
I had not yet experienced the harsh realities of life.
Something comes creeping, creeping in
But then something dark and dangerous entered my life.
I killed my first love, blood on my hands
I had to do something I regretted deeply, and it changed me forever.
Then I fell like I knew that I was all alone
I felt isolated and abandoned.
And I looked for the road towards my home
I desperately searched for a way back to the life I once knew.
I'm a thread from a coat, I was poorly sewn
I am imperfect and flawed, just like everyone else.
I'm a king but I stand on an empty throne
I may have power and success, but I still feel empty and unsatisfied.
And we're all running from where we've been
We are all trying to escape our past mistakes and regrets.
Our innocence was never seen
We never truly appreciated our innocence until it was gone.
This could be true love or just another sin
I am not sure if what I am feeling is true love or just another mistake.
'Cause you make me feel like I'm not alone
You give me comfort and support when I need it most.
And you make me feel like I'm coming home
Being with you makes me feel like I have finally found my true home.
I'm a king you're a queen, let it sing, let it sing
Together, we are royalty and nothing can bring us down.
I'm a king you're a queen, let it sing, let it sing
Let us celebrate our love and happiness together.
Contributed by Aaron T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Dwight Schrute
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Erick Alves
where can i download this song ??
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Isabel Fuglsang
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