“High” by James Blunt
James Blunt’s “High” is centered on a euphoric feeling the singer is experiencing. This is what he means when he says that he is “high”, as in overly-elated.
First Verse
At some points, particularly during the first verse, this track arguably reads like a love song. And in that regard the singer seems to be rejoicing the fact that he has hooked up with a special someone. This special someone is perhaps a lady whom he dated in the past and had little hope of being with again.
Second Verse
At other junctures, such as the second verse, he is apparently speaking to the “beautiful dawn” directly. This is where it becomes more apparent that this phrase, which appears throughout the song, is symbolic of the aforementioned experience the singer is going through. And what it can be likened to, once again, is a feeling tantamount to euphoria or a newfound awakening to the sweetness of life. And this has occurred to the singer as he was going through a deep, pessimistic depression, thus making the occurrence even more appreciable.
Now going back to the romantic storyline, as the song progresses it becomes obvious that said lover – as it can be interpreted – and the “beautiful dawn” are one in the same. So even in the first verse it can be be understood that he is not speaking to another person at all but rather to this transformative joy he is encountering, as in he personifies the “high”. But if a listener decides to interpret the lyrics more literally, as in James addressing a romantic interest, then being with said person would logically be what is causing him to have this fresh appreciation for and positivity towards life.
Facts about “High”
“High” is the first single James Blunt ever released. This occurred on 18 October 2004. And it is featured on the first album of his musical career. He titled that album “Back to Bedlam”.
“Back to Bedlam” (which is one of the most successful albums in British music history) also produced the following famous singles:
“High” was an international hit. It charted in over 10 countries, including the US and UK. Where it fared most impressively was in Italy, where it peaked at number three on FIMI music chart.
Writing Credits of “High”
“High” was written by James Blunt alongside Richard Alexander Ross. And the producers of the track are Jimmy Hogarth and Tom Rothrock.
