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
Pretty Shining People
George Ezra Lyrics
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Heading to the wishing well, we've reached our last resort
I turned to him said, "Man help me out
I fear I'm on an island in an ocean full of change
Can't bring myself to dive in to an ocean full of change
Am I losing touch
Am I losing touch now?"
He said, "Why why, what a terrible time to be alive
If you're prone to overthinking and
Why why, what a terrible time to be alive
If you're prone to second guessing" and
Hey pretty smiling people
We're alright together, we're alright together
Hey pretty shining people
We're alright together, we're alright together, hey
Took it in turns to dream about the lottery
And what we might have done if we had entered and had won
We're each convinced that nothing would have changed
But if this were the case, why is it a conversation anyway?
Are we losing touch?
Are we losing touch now?
He said, "Why why, what a terrible time to be alive
If you're prone to over thinking and
Why why, what a terrible time to be alive
If you're prone to second guessing" and
Hey pretty smiling people
We're alright together, we're alright together
Hey pretty shining people
We're alright together, we're alright together
Don't we all need love?
The answer is easy
Don't we all need love?
The answer is easy
Don't we all need love?
The answer is easy
Hey pretty smiling people
We're alright together, we're alright together
Hey pretty shining people
We're alright together, we're alright together
Hey pretty smiling people
We're alright together, we're alright together
Hey pretty shining people
We're alright together, we're alright together, hey
"Pretty Shining People" is a song by British singer-songwriter George Ezra, which was released in 2018 as part of his second studio album "Staying at Tamara's". The song features a dialogue between two friends who are driving towards a wishing well as their last resort in search of hope amidst the ongoing changes in the world. They are scared to take a leap of faith and dive into the "ocean full of change." They are anxious and afraid of losing touch with the world around them. In the chorus, Ezra sings about how everyone needs love and that they will be alright as long as they stick together.
The lyrics of "Pretty Shining People" deal with feelings of insecurity and uncertainty in today's world, particularly for those prone to overthinking and second-guessing. The conversation between the two friends highlights the theme of trying to maintain a positive outlook and find hope despite the chaos and change in the world. Through the chorus, Ezra emphasizes that love and friendship can serve as a source of comfort and support in these tough times.
Overall, "Pretty Shining People" is a song that reflects the feelings of many people in the current world. It reminds us that even in the midst of chaos, we can rely on our friends and loved ones for support and that the answer to our problems is easy- all we need is love.
Line by Line Meaning
Me and Sam in the car, talking 'bout America
Sam and I are driving in a car, discussing America
Heading to the wishing well, we've reached our last resort
We are going to the wishing well, which is our last hope
I turned to him said, "Man help me out
I asked Sam for help by saying, "Man, please help me"
I fear I'm on an island in an ocean full of change
I am afraid that I'm alone in a changing world
Can't bring myself to dive in to an ocean full of change
I am unable to fully embrace this changing world
Am I losing touch
Am I becoming disconnected
Am I losing touch now?"
Am I becoming disconnected now?
He said, "Why why, what a terrible time to be alive
Sam said, "Why, why? It's a terrible time to be alive
If you're prone to overthinking and
If you tend to overthink things,
Why why, what a terrible time to be alive
Why, why? It's a terrible time to be alive
If you're prone to second guessing" and
If you tend to doubt yourself and your decisions
Hey pretty smiling people
Hello, attractive and happy people
We're alright together, we're alright together
We're doing okay together
Hey pretty shining people
Hello, attractive and successful people
Took it in turns to dream about the lottery
We took turns imagining winning the lottery
And what we might have done if we had entered and had won
And what we would do if we had entered and won
We're each convinced that nothing would have changed
Each of us believes that nothing would have been different
But if this were the case, why is it a conversation anyway?
If we feel this way, why are we even talking about it?
Don't we all need love?
Don't we all require love?
The answer is easy
The answer is simple
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: George Barnett
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@yssagaile
Those children are really lucky to have met George Ezra💘
@meeshagarbett
I am one x the blonde girl :-)
@yssagaile
@@meeshagarbett ooh was it fun?
@meeshagarbett
@@yssagaile YES! lots he is really nice!
@meeshagarbett
the one who choreographed the dance in yellow top :-)
@michalinaw9868
Yess
@gemmaxjuliana
When George came out dancing in a camo outfit, it made my life complete😂💙
@ivona2743
Same
@silkefennarudolphy2941
Same
@ASRMAlbum
😂