Songs for You, Truths for Me

James Morrison

Product Details

• Audio CD (September 30, 2008)
• Original Release Date: September 30, 2008
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Interscope Records
• ASIN: B001EOQTV0
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (38 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,332 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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James Morrison had a dream start to his career as a singer-songwriter - his debut album Undiscovered yielded no fewer than five singles - You Give Me Something, Wonderful World, The Pieces Don't Fit Anymore, Undiscovered and One Last Chance.

Undiscovered went to No 1 in Britain, Top 30 in America and won him the 2007 Brit Award for Best Male (he was also nominated for Best Single and Best Newcomer). James's debut sold over two million copies worldwide and he became the biggest selling British male solo artist of 2006.

James's reputation as a must-see live performer also soared. Following his jaw dropping, first ever TV performance on Later With Jools Holland he went on to play amazing shows to adoring crowds, including the V festival twice in one day, the Royal Variety Performance, the Concert for Diana and the more traditional 3 sold-out UK tours.

He toured Europe, Australia and Japan, did three separate tours of America, gigging coast to coast. He also supported John Mayer on his large outdoor `sheds' tour in the US. James loved the musical appreciation in the American South, in particular. "People were awesome in Alabama - really friendly, loud and lairy. Even if you play a quiet song, afterwards they just go YEAH!!!" In August 2007 he sat down to write and record the Notoriously Difficult Second Album. And at first it did prove difficult. "As soon as I'd get something good I'd think about it and screw it up." And then the penny dropped: "Just go for what you're feeling at the time. That's how I worked on the first album, and in a way I think that's some of the reason why people liked it. It wasn't trying too hard." And so the people who really made him feel, the ones who became the subjects of his songs on Undiscovered - his family and friends - his relationship with each of them, and the new chapters in all their lives, became central to the new album. James went with whatever and whoever was on his mind, and took it from there. The songs began to flow.

"I've called the album Songs for You, Truths for Me because that's what I feel it is. It's songs for Gill and everyone else. But for me they're truths. They're how I feel."

Songs for You, Truths For Me is a classic James Morrison record that once again showcases his distinctive, raw, soulful style - but takes it to the next level. "It's less playful, more to the point," he says. "But I haven't consciously gone for a different sound. With me, it always comes down to the lyric, the melody, and the rest flows from that."

James Morrison's big, unashamedly romantic heart and generous spirit shines through like a beacon. Songs For You, Truths For Me sees the wide eyed soul-boy become a wiser man. With this he shines once more on a brilliant new collection of songs and cathartic truths.

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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Retro soul/blues, with an endearing earthiness and honesty., October 27, 2008

By	Gimme_Jazz (Casablanca, Morocco) - See all my reviews

Winner of last year's best British male at the Brits, James Morrison burst into the public consciousness in 2006 with his debut album Undiscovered.
It went straight to the top in the UK album chart, produced five singles and sold more than two million copies worldwide.
Morrison's second album sticks quite closely to the same tried and tested recipe that bagged him his Brit award, and that's no bad thing.
Big ballads, introspective lyrics, a husky voice and collaboration with various talents (probably most notably with Nelly Furtado on "Broken Strings") mean that the new album should enjoy similar success to "Undiscovered".
Often compared to James Blunt or confused with Chris Martin, Morrison's latest offering suggests there's more to this boy from Rugby than sugary pop tunes.
In reality, it owes more to the earnest style of James Blunt than the pure, often magical universal accessibility of Coldplay, but there's certainly plenty of charisma, lots of emotion, and even a decent collaboration.
Fans will not be disappointed, but it's not just a fans' album.
Once again the singer/songwriter shows his mainstream appeal but with a bit of edge.
Morrison is defined by his husky set of vocals (that occasionally sound like Rod Stewart, especially on album opener "The Only Night"), but is clever enough to adapt his style so that few songs sound the same. He also persists in keeping things more upbeat than songwriters such as Blunt, couching his sentiment in songs that are capable of being enjoyed.
"Songs for You, Truths for Me" is far from hardcore. But for the most part it's on the right side of sweet and let's face it, there's something distinctly brave about wearing your heart on your sleeve like that.
"Nelly Furtado partners on the little over-produced, hit-bound "Broken Strings" and his sister is the focus for the uplifting "Dream On Hayley", but it's the ups and downs of Morrison's relationship with his grilfriend Gill that provides the raw material for many of the songs.
The hot and harried "Nothing Ever Hurt Like You", the prayerful "You Make It Real" ('like holy water, washing over me') and the testifying organ-stoked "Precious Love" explore the emotional landscape in a way fans will appreciate.
The album has an endearing earthiness and honesty".- The Mirror
Highlights : "Save Yourself", "Broken Strings", "Nothing Ever Hurt Like You", "Dream On Hayley", "Love Is Hard".
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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars 2 For 2, September 30, 2008

By	JK Rock - See all my reviews

James Morrison comes through yet again with a brilliant sophmore album. If you liked undiscovered you will definitely love this one. Without getting into too much detail I can tell you that although its hard to believe, this album is better than his previous one. I love every song with the exception of "Dream On Hayley", but considering I'm writing a review after listening to it only once I'm sure that will change. Every song is spectacular but I'd have to say that my favorite is "Please Don't Stop The Rain". I highly reccomend that you go out and buy this album if you were a fan of the first one, and if you havent heard any James Morrison before give him a chance. It definitely will be worth your time.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Modern Day John Waite! Love this CD., December 31, 2008

By	CAtoNV (NV United States) - See all my reviews

I discovered this CD after buying Jason Mraz's new CD. Awesome, Love it, listen to it every day. He immediately reminded me of John Waite (his old stuff when he was in The Baby's), great lyrics, soulful, and a true artist.