Destiny Calling

James

About Destiny Calling

"Destiny Calling" is a song by British alternative rock band James, released as three CD singles on 9 March 1998 by Mercury Records. It reached number 17 on the UK Singles Chart. The song was one of two new tracks on the Best Of album, along with "Runaground", which was also released as a single. The song suggests the band have become successful and is accepted as a tongue in cheek look at their success. "So we may be gorgeous, so we may be famous: come back when we're getting old". The video includes images of the band featured on certain household items. It jokes with the opinion of some fans that the band was in the process of selling out. 


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2007
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So we maybe gorgeous
So we maybe famous
Come back when we're getting old

Cover us in chocolate
Sell us to the neighbors
Frame us on a video

Clone us in a test tube
Sell us to the multitude
Guess that's the price of fame

She likes the black one
He likes the the posh one
Cute ones are usually gay

Here we come this is our destiny calling
We're freaks
This is our destiny calling
Unique
This is our destiny calling now

Don't believe the adverts
Don't believe the experts
Everyone will sell our souls

Get a little wiser
Get a little humble
Now we know that we don't know

Tell us when our time's up
Show us how to die well
Show us how to let it all go

Here we come this is our destiny calling
We're freaks
This is our destiny calling
Unique
This is our destiny calling now

Some fat cat's playing the roulette with lives
This game is fixed it's all a lie
Some fat cat's playing the roulette with lives
This time is good, there's no straight lines
Some fat cat's playing the roulette with lives
Forget myself we're all entwined
There's no straight lines

Here we come this our destiny calling
We're freaks
This is our destiny calling
Unique
This is our destiny calling now

Here we come this our destiny calling
We're freaks
This is our destiny calling
Unique
This is our destiny calling now

This is our destiny calling
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James

James is a British rock band from Manchester, England. They formed in 1982 and were active throughout the 1980s, but most successful during the 1990s. Their hit singles include "Come Home", "Sit Down", and "She's a Star" as well as their American college radio hit "Laid". Following the departure of lead singer Tim Booth in 2001, the band became inactive but re-formed in January 2007, returning for a new album and international tour. Up to 2010, the band had sold more than 25 million albums worldwide. more »

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Written by: DAVID JOHN BAYNTON-POWER, JAMES GLENNIE, MARK HUNTER, SAUL DAVIES, TIMOTHY BOOTH

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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10 facts about this song

Band Background
"Destiny Calling" is a song by English band James. They are a Manchester-based alternative rock band famous for their distinctive sound built on folk, dance, and indie rock influences.
Single Release
The single was released by Mercury Records on March 23, 1998, in the UK.
Chart Rankings
"Destiny Calling" reached the 17th position on the UK Singles Chart, reinforcing James' status as a consistently popular British band.
Composition
It has been classified as alternative rock or Britpop, featuring characteristic lyrical storytelling by the lead singer Tim Booth.
Album Inclusion
Although not originally in any studio album, "Destiny Calling" was later included in the band's compilation albums such as 'The Best of' (2002) and 'Fresh as a Daisy – The Singles' (2007).
Controversial Lyrics
The lyrics criticize the media and celebrity culture, reflecting the band's dissatisfaction with the music industry. The song's lyrics famously state, "Found my destiny, but it’s all vanity.”
Socio-cultural Reference
The music video is a satire of the 90s Britpop scene, featuring an exaggerated representation of the band Oasis, reflecting the feud between the two groups.
Music Video
It features various humorous instances like an obese man dancing, an orchestra of old ladies, and a crowd of cheering fans incredibly out of sync with the music.
Significant Feature
"Destiny Calling" is characteristically James, with Tim Booth's unique voice standing out over the eclectic mix of a quiet piano line, jangly guitar, and a sweeping, expressive string section.
Public Reception
Despite being lesser-known internationally compared to their hits like "Sit Down" and "Laid," "Destiny Calling" is recognized among fans as a classic James song, showcasing their distinctive blend of introspective lyrics and engaging melodies.

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