Light Surrounding You

Evermore

About Light Surrounding You

"Light Surrounding You" is the second single by alternative rock band, Evermore, taken from their second studio album, Real Life (June 2006). It was written by Dann Hume, the group's drummer. The record is co-produced by Jon Hume. The song was released in October 2006 and peaked at No. 15 on the RIANZ Singles Chart in New Zealand and number one on the ARIA Singles Chart, making it Evermore's most successful single in Australia. It was the first single by a New Zealand artist to top the Australian charts since "How Bizarre" by OMC in 1996. Dann Hume explained that the song is about “someone who had all the potential in the world but they didn't believe in themselves”. The music video features Australian actress Emily Browning. The song was used as a tribute to the leaving of Home and Away's long-term character Sally, portrayed by Kate Ritchie, in the 2006 season finale. It was earlier used for the Channel Ten series premiere of American show, Jericho. In New Zealand it was used in TV One's on-air identity package. 


Year:
2000
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I see you by the water
Your toes dipped in the sand
I thought that it was over
I thought you'd understand
But the feeling is returning
Though time has made us change
And I understand if you don't
Wanna talk to me about it
Tonight
Oh, tonight

'cause I see the light surrounding you
So don't be afraid of something new

Time was overtaking me
And I guess I was confused
They were all inviting me
But I wish I had refused
'cause I'd been there before
And I've seen it all
And I believe in you

And if you never had my heart
I would've never called you back
At the start that night
And I want you to know

That I see the light surrounding you
So don't be afraid of something new
'cause I see the light surrounding you
So don't be afraid of what you're turning into

Blue-eyed sun shines on me
In the morning
Can't help but feel a little cold
Thinking of you

'cause I see the light surrounding you
So don't be afraid of something new
'cause I see the light surrounding you
So don't be afraid of what you're turning into
No, don't be afraid
Don't be afraid
'cause I see the light
'cause I see the light
'cause I see the light surrounding you

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Evermore

Evermore are a band originally from Feilding, New Zealand, now based in Melbourne, Australia. The band consists of the Hume brothers – Jon (guitar, vocals), Peter (keyboards, bass, piano, vocals) and Dann (drums, vocals). The band have released three platinum-selling albums, Dreams (2004), Real Life (2006) and Truth of the World: Welcome to the Show (2009) and a self-titled greatest hits album including three new songs. They have been nominated for seven ARIA Awards, and have won two Vodafone New Zealand Music Awards. more »

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Written by: DANN COBBE, JON COBBE, DANN HUME, Jon Cobbe Hume

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9 facts about this song

Release and Success
"Light Surrounding You" was released on October 28, 2006, as the lead single from Evermore's second studio album, "Real Life." The song was a successful hit on the Australian Singles Chart, reaching No. 1.
Record Label
The song was released under the famous recording label Warner Bros. Records, which has been the home of many other successful artists.
Songwriting and Production
The song was written by band members Jon, Peter, and Dann Hume. The trio of New Zealand brothers also handled the production of the track.
Music Video
An intriguing fact about "Light Surrounding You" is its music video. The black and white video, directed by Mark Alston, features band member Jon Hume slowly being encased in wax.
Inspiration
The song was reportedly inspired by the band's time spent in the UK and Europe, reflecting on the emotional and geographic distance between them and their family back in Australia and New Zealand.
Awards
"Light Surrounding You" earned the band an APRA Award nomination in 2008 for the 'Most Performed Australian Work' category.
Musical Style
It is a pop-rock song with elements of alternative rock. Lyrically, the song revolves around themes of longing and emotional circumstances.
Radio Debut
The song first premiered on Australian radio network Triple M, sparking interest and anticipation for the band's upcoming second album.
Cover Art
The cover art for "Light Surrounding You" was created by Californian artist Megan Brain, known for her work on movies like Kung Fu Panda and Madagascar.

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