What I Miss Most

Calum Scott

About What I Miss Most

"What I Miss Most" is a song recorded by British singer-songwriter Calum Scott. It was released in May 2018 as the fourth single from Scott's debut studio album, Only Human. The track was inspired by Scott's time spent away from his family and friends. Scott said "I wrote ["What I Miss Most"] in Sweden and is an upbeat song with an optimistic view of my journey so far. It's about how I've gone from a normal Yorkshireman to being thrown into this incredible career but missing home and missing people back home and missing the town and the streets and everything. " 


Year:
2018
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It must have been a year since
I was thrown across an ocean far from home
And I was making oceans
Riding in between the highs and lows

Ooh, when I wake in the morning I
Ooh, it's the first on my mind

Maybe what I miss most
It wasn't made of steel and stones
And maybe what I miss most
It wasn't born of skin and bone
Under the sun, up on the waves
Under three climbs when I'm far away
Maybe what I miss most

And maybe you'll never know
And maybe you'll never know

Life beyond the window
I'm jealous of the way the black bird flies
Free among the people
Those quarter million stories pass me by

Ooh, lie awake in the moonlight I
Ooh, it's the last on my mind

And maybe what I miss most
It wasn't made of steel and stone
And maybe what I miss most
It wasn't born of skin and bone
Under the sun, above the waves
Under three climbs and I'm far away
Maybe what I miss most

And maybe you'll never know
And maybe you'll never know
And maybe you'll never know

I remember at the table
All those faces, where did they go?
I imagine how it looks like
When I'm not there
I remember, every summer
But now that years are, just a number
There's no backwards
Time is faster with everything I've left behind, oh

But maybe what I miss most
It wasn't made of steel and stone
And maybe what I miss most
It wasn't born of skin and bone
'Cause under the sun, above the waves
Under three climbs and I'm far away
Maybe what I miss most

And maybe you'll never know
And maybe you'll never know
And maybe you'll never know

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Calum Scott

Calum Scott (born 12 October 1988) is a English singer and songwriter. In 2013, he won a talent competition put on by his local newspaper. In 2015, he became known worldwide after competing on the popular television show Britain's Got Talent. He subsequently released his version of Robyn's hit "Dancing on My Own" as a single, which reached number two on the UK Singles Chart and became the best-selling song that summer in the UK. In 2018, he collaborated with Leona Lewis on the single "You Are the Reason". more »

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Written by: Calum Scott, Corey Sanders, James Alan, Oscar Michael Gorres

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Spirit Music Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Song Creation
"What I Miss Most" was created by British singer-songwriter Calum Scott. It was one of the tracks on his debut album "Only Human" which was released in 2018.
Lyrics
The lyrics of "What I Miss Most" pull on aspects of both Scott's personal experiences and universal themes of longing and nostalgia. Many interpret the song as Scott's affectionate tribute to his hometown, Kingston-upon-Hull in England.
Chart Performance
"What I Miss Most" didn't break into mainstream charts but it was highly regarded by fans and critics who appreciated the song's heartfelt sentiments and Scott's impressive vocals.
Song Inspiration
In an interview, Scott mentioned that the song was inspired by his experiences traveling and being away from home. It was his way of expressing how much he missed the familiarity and comfort of his own hometown.
Music Video
The music video for "What I Miss Most" visually represents the lyrics of the song. The video depicts Scott traversing different terrains, symbolizing his journey and inherent longing for home.
Personal Feelings
In the same interview, Scott divulged that the song is very special to him due to its very personal nature. He mentioned that the song always makes him emotional as it brings back a lot of memories of his early life.
Song Composition
"What I Miss Most" is a fusion of pop and soul, showcasing the versatility of Scott's music. His soul-tinged vocals perfectly complemented the uplifting beats and melody of the song.
Recognition
The song further solidified Scott's reputation as a talented singer-songwriter with a deep understanding of human emotions and the ability to deliver them effectively through his music.
Live Performances
Scott's live performances of "What I Miss Most" received high praise from fans and critics alike. His emotional delivery backed by his powerful vocals often left concertgoers in awe.
Album Success
Despite "What I Miss Most" not being one of the most commercially successful tracks from "Only Human", the album itself was a success, reaching number 4 on the UK Albums Chart and gaining a Certified Gold status. The popularity of the album helped to boost the recognition of the song as well.

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