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As the world is forced to change, amidst crisis, fear and unknowns for so many, 'something's got to give'. In sentiment and in sound, Sam Ways new record, and the arthouse film that sits alongside it, draws us in, moves us and hits us hard.
'A musical messenger’ - Notion Mag
‘Sam Way has what it takes to hit the big time’ - Gay Times
Tragedy, be it personal or on a global scale, can also be a time of deep reflection, learning and lasting change. Sometimes we need to be brought to our knees, in order to learn how we might stand again.
Way writes - 'I wrote Give me something to voice a side of me that was battling a mounting sense of defeat in my personal life and I knew something had to change, but as this unprecedented global pandemic began changing life as we knew it the meaning of the song also transformed for me. As we were yoked together in this strange and challenging experience, Give me something began to strike a more powerful human chord. When I saw Kirk's photography documenting the haunting scenes and desolate streets of London, I reached out to see how we could collaborate on the upcoming release. I didn't know what to expect, but we've made something truly powerful.'
The poignant film that documents London's lockdown is directed by photographer and longtime collaborator Kirk Truman who spent weeks capturing moments in the capital in his signature black and white style. The film will be part of his photography exhibition coming late 2020.
Co-produced alongside award winning composer Edward Ablea (Warner Chapell, No:1 Album Red Electric) one of the the initial delights of this song is that on the first listen you truly don't know where it's going to go. Forget what you might expect from singer-songwriter Sam Way for the meantime and be up for the journey.
With support from Sofar Sounds, BBC London/Introducing, Clash mag, Wonderland, Mahogany and ongoing brand partnerships with Raymond Veil and Jagermeister, Sam is currently hosting regular live-streaming gigs, showcasing up and coming talent in collaboration with @bicestervillage, getting ready to drop two more singles and preparing for his first album due to follow late 2020.
lyrics
LYRICS
Give me something
Somethings got to give
It's like I'm searching
For something that I miss
So give me something
Give me something
Give me something
Somethings got to give
On fire in the moonlight
These days were the best days of our lives
Did I notice
Did I stop or question why
Still searching
And working overtime
Never notice
Just what I did and what I missed
Silence on the East side
These days we're there ones I tried to hide
Never forget
Never move it from my mind
Always searching
And working overtime
Never notice
Just what I did and what I miss
Give me something
Somethings got to give
It's like I'm searching
for something that I miss
Sit tight I'ma go fight
These days were the ones that gave me life
Did I notice
Did I offer up my sight
Here's hoping
Hoping we might find
Good reason
Cos I'm done with this
I'm done with this
On fire in the moonlight
These days were the ones I really tried
Never forget
Never move it from my mind
Always searching
And working overtime
Never notice
Just what I did and what I miss
Give me something
Give me something
It's like I'm searching
For something that I miss
So give me something
Give me something
It's like I'm searching
For something that I miss
So give me something
Give me something
It's like I'm searching
For something that I miss
So give me something
Give me something
It's like I'm searching
For something that I miss
credits
released June 26, 2020
Written, performed and co-produced. Sam Way
Music production Edward Abela
Devon born and London based, Sam Way has always been in love with the written word. Growing up and listening to Bob Dylan, Neil Young and Carole King, Sam developed a deep fascination with lyrics from a young age.
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