Adele Laurie Blue Adkins… Wow, what a beautiful name. She is a newcomer to my list of people who inspire me. I’d heard of her and had even heard her song “Skyfall” for the James Bond movie. I had not sat down though and just listened to her lyrics. Not until her latest album, 25, came out last year. Suddenly, I was paying attention. Her words have a powerful influence on my soul. Here are the lyrics to one of my favorite songs:
Hello, it’s me
I was wondering if after all these years you’d like to meet
To go over everything
They say that time’s supposed to heal ya
But I ain’t done much healingHello, can you hear me?
I’m in California dreaming about who we used to be
When we were younger and free
I’ve forgotten how it felt before the world fell at our feetThere’s such a difference between us
And a million milesHello from the other side
I must have called a thousand times
To tell you I’m sorry for everything that I’ve done
But when I call you never seem to be home
Hello from the outside
At least I can say that I’ve tried
To tell you I’m sorry for breaking your heart
But it don’t matter. It clearly doesn’t tear you apart anymoreHello, how are you?
It’s so typical of me to talk about myself. I’m sorry
I hope that you’re well
Did you ever make it out of that town where nothing ever happened?And it’s no secret that the both of us
Are running out of timeSo hello from the other side (other side)
I must have called a thousand times (thousand times)
To tell you I’m sorry for everything that I’ve done
But when I call you never seem to be home
Hello from the outside (outside)
At least I can say that I’ve tried (I’ve tried)
To tell you I’m sorry for breaking your heart
But it don’t matter. It clearly doesn’t tear you apart anymore[4x:]
(Highs, highs, highs, highs,
Lows, lows, lows, lows)
AnymoreHello from the other side (other side)
I must have called a thousand times (thousand times)
To tell you I’m sorry for everything that I’ve done
But when I call you never seem to be home
Hello from the outside (outside)
At least I can say that I’ve tried (I’ve tried)
To tell you I’m sorry for breaking your heart
But it don’t matter. It clearly doesn’t tear you apart anymore
And here is the video… I think you will understand why she inspires me once you listen to her voice:
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What I like about Adele in addition to her amazing musical talent, is she is a cool person! Have you checked out James Corden’s Carpool Karaoke? He did one with Adele that is hilarious! see it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nck6BZga7TQ
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She is definitely cool š I will check out the video.. thanks!
I do like those lyrics.
They are beautiful, indeed. Thank you, Corina š
The words and Adele’s voice have brought back the pain from a broken heart, many years ago. Thank you for this beautiful post!
So sorry for the bad memories, but thank you for stopping by š
No bad memories — it’s a sweet kind of pain if that’s possible š
It is possible.. I know that kind of pain well š
Adele is topping the charts of my sister’s fav singers and she has been urging me to listen to her as well. I am surely going to that now.
And going on with the atozchallenge on both your blogs, hats off to you!!!
You are going to fall in love with her, Natasha! And thank you dear š
Hi,
Visiting from A to Z Challenge. Great theme to continue this challenge. I second your thought, her words are powerful and your post is also interesting.
Will visit soon..
Thank you, dear! I appreciate the comment and for you joining me.
Great selection for inspiration. She’s got a great voice. I love a lot of her songs.
Thank you, Jeffrey.. she is just… AMAZING š
Lovely lyrics. Saving the song until I have more time to enjoy it. =)
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Thank you š I hope you enjoy the song!
I am a fan also. From what I’ve read about her, she is a down to earth person.
That’s what I’ve heard about her too. Thanks for stopping by, Lynda š
I don’t own any Adele albums, which is odd, because I love her voice. I suppose it’s because I hear her a lot on the radio in the UK that I don’t miss the albums. Although I really should do the supportive thing and buy an album!
Sophie
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Oh yes, I guess they would play her a lot in the UK… I have on her latest one, but I do want to buy the others
I love her music, could listen to it for hours, and have. Would love to see her in concert. In fact, she’s the only person I would go see in a concert setting. I hate crowds, but for her, oh yeah! Amazing!
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I would love to see her in concert too. I bet she throws classy ones. It is a pleasure visiting your blog š
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I agree, Adele has an amazing voice!
Yvonne
Thank you, Yvonne.. she is so amazing š
Great beginning to the A to Z challenge, Lori! I enjoyed reading about Adele. I’ve always liked listening to her songs. š
Thank you, dear! She is an amazing woman
Nice post! I enjoyed finding your blog through the A to Z Blog Challenge. Good luck with A to Z!
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Thank you, Trisha š
I love Adele! Her songs often show up on my writing playlists. Her way with lyrics is very inspiring and I totally understand why you’ve chosen to feature her.
Karyn Good
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Thank you, Karyn š
I’ve never been a big fan but I understand why Adele could be inspirational. Now I want to go and listen to her songs!
Fran
@FranClarkAuthor
Writing Womenās Fiction
Her new album is amazing. I wasn’t too fond of the others. I hope you will check her out, Fran.. and thank you for stopping by!
Love this song…love all her music!
She is pretty amazing š
she has a beautiful voice – we have her first album and I’m amazed at her talent for such a young woman. Leanne from cresting the hill
She is definitely talented. You should check out her latest.. gorgeous music! Thanks for stopping by Leanne!