Ezra's music is described as deep, bluesy and mournful - particularly in tracks such as "Budapest" - and is peppered with influences from the likes of Bob Dylan and Woody Guthrie. Richard Pitt from BBC Bristol aptly described Ezra as "a young man with the voice of a 50 year old”.
Ezra appeared on the “Introducing...” stage at Glastonbury in 2013 and came fifth in the BBC’s Sound of 2014 poll.
EP releases - 2013 & 2014
Ezra released his debut EP "Did You Hear the Rain?" in October 2013, with his second EP "Cassy O'" being released in March 2014.
First Studio Album - "Wanted on Voyage" (2014)
Ezra’s first studio album “Wanted on Voyage” was released on June 30, 2014. It became the third best selling album in 2014 in the UK.
Second Studio Album - "Staying at Tamara’s" (2018)
Ezra’s second studio album “Staying at Tamara’s ” was released on March 23, 2018. The 11-track album’s title comes from the time he spent in Barcelona writing the album, where he stayed in an apartment owned by a woman called “Tamara.”
Podcast Host
On February 12th, 2018, Ezra launched the first episode of his first podcast, “George Ezra & Friends”. On the podcast, he has interviewed several musicians including Ed Sheeran, Rag’n’Bone Man, Craig David, Hannah Reid of London Grammar and Ben Thatcher of Royal Blood.
On December 17, 2019, he launched his second podcast called “Phone A Friend” with his old friend and schoolmate Ollie MN. On this podcast, he and Ollie chat about life and their issues with mental health, in the hopes of encouraging others to do the same.
Other
Ezra has a 1-inch scar on his forehead after running into a wall while he was a student at BIMM music college in Bristol.
www.georgeezra.com
Coat of Armour
George Ezra Lyrics
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Collect your bags from the doorstep
I'll take them on, I'll take the noise
Is there no way back, 'cause your back gone
Is it not clear where it all went wrong
I can't purify, can't make it right
Is she letting you down?
We'll drive slower, 'round the corner
Hoping all this will change
I'm your brother, your coat of armour
Hoping all this will change
You worked it down, all long ago
Lay your arms on the doorstep
I feel the tension, I feel the worst
Is she letting you down again?
Is she letting you down?
Is she letting you down again?
Is she letting you down?
We'll drive slower, 'round the corner
Hoping all this will change
I'm your brother, your coat of armour
Hoping all this will change
Is she letting you down again?
Is she letting you down?
Is she letting you down again?
Is she letting you down?
We'll drive slower, 'round the corner
Hoping all this will change
I'm your brother, your coat of armour
Hoping all this will change
We'll drive slower, 'round the corner
Hoping all this will change
I'm your brother, your coat of armour
Hoping all this will change
I'm your brother, your coat of armour
The song "Coat of Armour" by George Ezra is a sentimental, heartfelt message about being there for someone in their time of need. The lyrics depict a situation where a friend or family member is going through a tough time in their relationship and needs support. The singer is offering to help by taking on the burden and noise of their friend's baggage, but is unable to purify or make it right. The chorus repeats the question of whether the person is being let down by their significant other.
The metaphorical "coat of armour" refers to the singer being a source of protection and strength for their friend during this difficult time. The repetition of the phrase "we'll drive slower, 'round the corner" shows that the singer is in it for the long haul, willing to take the journey with their friend and hoping that things will eventually change for the better. The overall tone of the song is one of love, loyalty, and compassion, with the singer providing a comforting presence for someone they care for deeply.
Line by Line Meaning
Is it time that you move on
Have you decided it's time to move on?
Collect your bags from the doorstep
Pick up your bags from the front porch
I'll take them on, I'll take the noise
I will take them for you and handle any trouble
Is there no way back, 'cause your back gone
Is there no way to repair what's been damaged
Is it not clear where it all went wrong
Is the cause of the problem unclear
I can't purify, can't make it right
I can't fix it or make it better
Is she letting you down again?
Is she disappointing you once more?
We'll drive slower, 'round the corner
We'll take it slow, around the bend
Hoping all this will change
Hoping for things to get better
I'm your brother, your coat of armour
I'm here to protect and support you
You worked it down, all long ago
You figured it out a long time ago
Lay your arms on the doorstep
Put down your weapons, let's talk
I feel the tension, I feel the worst
I sense the stress and worry
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: George Barnett, Joel Laslett Pott
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Cari Ann du Toit
This is not George Ezra and this is not the same song??
@drgrangs
Is it time that you move on
Collect your bags from the doorstep
I'll take them on, I'll take the noise
There's no way back, 'cause your back gone
Is it not clear where it all went wrong
I can't purify, can't make it right
Is she letting you down again
Is she letting you down
We'll drive slower, 'round the corner
Hoping all this will change
I'm your brother, your coat of armour
Hoping all this will change
You worked it down, all long ago
Lay your arms on the doorstep
I feel the tension, I feel the worst
Is she letting you down again
Is she letting you down
Is she letting you down again
Is she letting you down
We'll drive slower, 'round the corner
Hoping all this will change
I'm your brother, your coat of armour
Hoping all this will change
Is she letting you down again
Is she letting you down
Is she letting you down again
Is she letting you down
We'll drive slower, 'round the corner
Hoping all this will change
I'm your brother, your coat of armour
Hoping all this will change
We'll drive slower, 'round the corner
Hoping all this will change
I'm your brother, your coat of armour
Hoping all this will change
I'm your brother, your coat of armour
@absbch
One of his most underrated songs!
@mell0162
Agreed .
@mell0162
Most under rated artist .
@ethanheneghan
100% still listening to it in September 2021
@debapriyoghosh5017
He's def one of the best things that has happened to music in the last decade! This man is class personified------ his deep yet textured honey bee voice, his lyrics, the composition, the music arrangement---- everything blends in magically. His songs are like warm blankets on a freezing cold winter night.
@amywinn3301
Agreed
@lukebellam
I thought you meant deaf, until I realized there's another meaning. I was very confused
@LindaPerry_337
Debapriyo Ghosh , writing descriptions like that, you should be writing songs yourself! Such a lovely description.
@heyitszoerae
i couldn't have said it better