Young was born in Wokingham, Berkshire, UK, with a non-identical twin, Rupert. He was educated at Horris Hill preparatory school and Wellington College.
He then attended the University of Exeter where he read Politics. At university, some of Young's old haunts included Timepiece, The Old Firehouse, and Harry's, where he used to work. In September 2001, he became a student at the Arts Educational School in Chiswick, London, starting a three-year course in musical theatre with a scholarship.
In February 2002, Young came to national prominence by singing in and winning the ITV singing contest/reality tv show Pop Idol.
Contrary to popular belief, Will was not a surprise winner when beating Gareth Gates in the final show; in fact, he gained the most votes nearly every week throughout the entire finals. A lot of 'casual' viewers of Pop Idol may have been surprised at Will's victory because Gareth had got a lot of publicity (partly) due to his stutter, perhaps creating the illusion that he was more likely to win than Will.
Young's first single was a double A-side featuring Westlife's song "Evergreen" and "Anything Is Possible", a new song written for the winner of the show by Cathy Dennis. This became the fastest-selling debut in UK chart history selling 403,027 copies on its day of release. It went on to sell over 1.4 million copies and in the official list of the all-time best-selling singles in the UK issued later that year, it appeared 12th. Will subsequently made headlines by revealing he was gay. He went on to win the Brits Best Breakthrough Act Award and a plethora of other awards, including most recently Best Artist in the Digital Music Awards October 2004. Early singles of note include "Light My Fire" (done JosΓ© Feliciano style), "Leave Right Now", and "Friday's Child". The latter is the title of his second album, which was largely self-penned, went five-times platinum, also receiving awards and critical acclaim.
Young received his second Brit Award in February 2005 for his co-written single "Your Game". Following sell out theatre and arena tours in 2004, he toured again at outside festival venues in Summer 2005. On July 6, 2005, he performed at Edinburgh 50,000 - The Final Push, the final concert of Live 8, where he did a duet with James Brown on "Papa's Got A Brand New Bag". His third album, Keep On was released in November 2005, together with the first single from same, "Switch It On".
On 29 September 2008, Young's fourth album, Let It Go, was released, and peaked at #2 in the UK albums chart. It was preceded by the single "Changes" on 15 September, which peaked at #10. His next single "Grace" was released on 1 December 2008, and peaked at #33 on the UK Singles Chart. Will's third single taken from the album will be "Let It Go", was released on 2 March 2009 in the UK, and peaked at #58 on the UK Singles Chart. The fourth and final single was "Tell Me the Worst", and was released on July 5, 2009 only in the UK. It served as a club promo, and featured some Fred Falke remixes.
A greatest hits collection, The Hits, was released on the 16th of November 2009. contains twelve songs from Young's first four studio albums, and two new tracks. The first is new single "Hopes & Fears", and the second is a ballad called "If It Hadn't Been for Love". The album will be released as a standard edition and a deluxe edition, which will include a DVD of all the music videos.
Songfacts reports that Jealousy, the first single from Youngβs fifth studio album Echoes is a dance pop track produced by Richard X (Sugababes, Annie). The song will be released on August 21, 2011.
Young has been nominated for Ten BRIT Awards [4 x Best British Male - 4 X Best British single - Best pop Act- Best Breakthrough] . In May 2006, he was voted the UK's favourite artist ever in a poll conducted by commercial radio. In May 2007, he was voted the UK's favourite artist of all time for the second consecutive year.
Young has also broadened his repertoire by launching an acting career, taking a role in the BBC film, Mrs. Henderson Presents, starring Judi Dench and Bob Hoskins, with Will playing the character of 'Bertie'. The film went on release in the UK on 25 November 2005, and received excellent reviews, not least for Young's performance as actor and singer in the movie. It includes a scene in which he appears naked.
Will Young supports the charity Women's Aid, about which he wrote: "I am proud to put my name beside this cause and hope that I may be able to help more people affected by the terrors of domestic violence as well as help to create a wider awareness within our society."
Will also supports Mencap and Positive Action Southwest (PASW) for which he performed at his first solo concert in July 2003 at Killerton Hall, Exeter.
Official Website: http://www.willyoung.co.uk/global/home
My Love
Will Young Lyrics
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I'm gonna keep it coming
Why can't you feel my love?
I'm trying so hard
Trust in me
I won't let you down
Just give me a chance
'Cause I've changed, I've become a better man
Woah, woah, woah, woah
Give me one more chance to make it right
All I'm asking for is time
One more chance to prove
My love, my love, my love, my love
You don't have to say I'm wrong
'Cause I've know it all along
One more chance to prove
My love, my love, my love, my love
Woah, woah
My love, my love, my love, my love
Woah, woah
My love, my love, my love, my love
Please believe me
Not running 'round anymore
I only have eyes for you
And I've changed
There's a sunset
Why don't you hold my hand?
Let's keep on the right side, oh
Let's leave tonight
Woah, woah, woah, woah
Give me one more chance to make it right
All I'm asking for is time
One more chance to prove
My love, my love, my love, my love
You don't have to say I'm wrong
'Cause I've know it all along
One more chance to prove
My love, my love, my love, my love
Woah, woah
My love, my love, my love, my love
Woah, woah
My love, my love, my love, my love
Don't throw this away
Please, baby, stay
Oh, oh
Don't think of tomorrow
Live for today
Tell me what I need to know
Tell me what I need to know
Woah, woah, woah, woah
Give me one more chance to make it right
All I'm asking for is time
One more chance to prove
My love, my love, my love, my love
You don't have to say I'm wrong
'Cause I've know it all along
One more chance to prove
My love, my love, my love, my love
Woah, woah
My love, my love, my love, my love
Woah, woah
My love, my love, my love, my love
My love, my love, my love, my love
My love, my love, my love, my love
The lyrics to "My Love" by Will Young express a heartfelt plea from the singer to their partner to give them another chance in their relationship. The opening lines, "Lovin', I'm gonna keep it coming / Why can't you feel my love? / I'm trying so hard," reveal the singer's determination to make their partner feel loved and valued. They are putting in a lot of effort and want their partner to trust them, promising that they won't let them down.
The chorus repeats the request for a second chance, with the singer acknowledging their past mistakes and expressing their desire to prove their love. They state, "Give me one more chance to make it right / All I'm asking for is time / One more chance to prove / My love, my love, my love, my love." The repetition emphasizes their sincerity and the urgency they feel in needing the opportunity to show their partner that they have changed and become a better person.
The subsequent verses further highlight the singer's transformation and commitment to their partner. They assure their partner that they are no longer running around and that their attention belongs solely to them. The lines, "There's a sunset / Why don't you hold my hand? / Let's keep on the right side, oh / Let's leave tonight," suggest a desire for a fresh start and a shared journey towards a brighter future.
The bridge of the song expresses the singer's fear of losing their partner and their plea for them to stay. They urge their partner to live in the present and not worry about the future, emphasizing the importance of communication and understanding. The lines, "Don't throw this away / Please, baby, stay / Don't think of tomorrow / Live for today / Tell me what I need to know / Tell me what I need to know," demonstrate the singer's vulnerability and their willingness to do whatever it takes to salvage the relationship.
Overall, "My Love" is a heartfelt plea for another chance at love. The lyrics reflect a genuine desire to make amends, grow as a person, and rebuild the trust in the relationship. Will Young captures the emotions of longing, determination, and hope in his vocals, making the song a powerful expression of love and vulnerability.
Line by Line Meaning
Lovin'
Expressing affection and love
I'm gonna keep it coming
I will continue to show my love consistently
Why can't you feel my love?
Why are you unable to sense the depth of my love?
I'm trying so hard
I'm putting in a lot of effort
Trust in me
Have confidence in my intentions
I won't let you down
I won't disappoint or betray you
Just give me a chance
Please grant me an opportunity
'Cause I've changed, I've become a better man
Because I have transformed and improved myself
Give me one more chance to make it right
Allow me another opportunity to rectify the situation
All I'm asking for is time
I just need some time to prove myself
One more chance to prove
One additional opportunity to demonstrate my love
My love, my love, my love, my love
The depth and intensity of my affection
You don't have to say I'm wrong
You don't need to accuse me of being mistaken
'Cause I've known it all along
Because I have been aware of it from the beginning
Please believe me
I earnestly request your trust and belief
Not running 'round anymore
I am no longer engaging in promiscuous behavior
I only have eyes for you
My focus and attention are solely on you
There's a sunset
A picturesque moment to be shared
Why don't you hold my hand?
Why don't you show physical affection and support?
Let's keep on the right side, oh
Let's stay on the path of righteousness
Let's leave tonight
Let's depart together this evening
Don't throw this away
Please don't discard this relationship
Please, baby, stay
Please remain with me, my beloved
Don't think of tomorrow
Don't worry about the future
Live for today
Focus on the present moment
Tell me what I need to know
Inform me of the crucial information
My love, my love, my love, my love
The depth and intensity of my affection
My love, my love, my love, my love
The depth and intensity of my affection
Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Will Young, Jim Eliot, Mima Stilwell
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Lovin'
I'm gonna keep it coming
Why can't you feel my love?
I'm trying so hard
Trust in me
I won't let you down
Just give me a chance
'Cause I've changed, I've become a better man
Woah, woah, woah, woah
Give me one more chance to make it right
All I'm asking for is time
One more chance to prove
My love, my love, my love, my love
You don't have to say I'm wrong
'Cause I've know it all along
One more chance to prove
My love, my love, my love, my love
Woah, woah
My love, my love, my love, my love
Woah, woah
My love, my love, my love, my love
Please believe me
Not running 'round anymore
I only have eyes for you
And I've changed
There's a sunset
Why don't you hold my hand?
Let's keep on the right side, oh
Let's leave tonight
Woah, woah, woah, woah
Give me one more chance to make it right
All I'm asking for is time
One more chance to prove
My love, my love, my love, my love
You don't have to say I'm wrong
'Cause I've know it all along
One more chance to prove
My love, my love, my love, my love
Woah, woah
My love, my love, my love, my love
Woah, woah
My love, my love, my love, my love
Don't throw this away
Please, baby, stay
Oh, oh
Don't think of tomorrow
Live for today
Tell me what I need to know
Tell me what I need to know
Woah, woah, woah, woah
Give me one more chance to make it right
All I'm asking for is time
One more chance to prove
My love, my love, my love, my love
You don't have to say I'm wrong
'Cause I've know it all along
One more chance to prove
My love, my love, my love, my love
Woah, woah
My love, my love, my love, my love
Woah, woah
My love, my love, my love, my love
My love, my love, my love, my love
My love, my love, my love, my love
@lisashears1399
This guy is amazing, gorgeous, massively talented and massively underrated.
@outsider120
Great video! Simple, but very joyful. The dancing, the beach, the clothes, I love it all! π It makes me smile :)
@etridamusic670
Will Young is an amazing artist and person and deserves much more attention!!! π
@beckiyeah4681
Just saw Will in Cardiff last week he was totally amazing πno editing for his CDs he really has an amazing voice mesmerising tone , Will if your out there reading this we love you just because your you ππ
@randorific333
I'm literally in tears. Will Young, your music and your voice affects me the same way George Michael's does. Another amazing video and an incredible song. I can hardly wait to listen to Lexicon. I mentioned this in the comments while waiting for the premiere and I'll state it again: please add another London date to your tour after 21 November when I move there. I love you, Mr. Young. You are an amazing performer and person.
@vicmcmillan536
Same!next to my favourite of all time George Michael.. wudve loved to see them.do a duet together x
@astronaut205
dear sir you have a perfect taste in music... this is my favorites too btw..
George Michael was a blessing to modern music..he is still in my heart though.... I love Will the same.. was waiting years for his release..
@TheHiddle
No words..Will just gets better and better at his craft...this albums going to be amazing canβt wait till 21st June when itβs released...go buy it its on iTunes for a limited time at Β£4.99 π₯΅
@lauracameron2753
Love this - what a voice.
@alisonjohnson7071
Absolutely love this! Will is the best!