Paolo Nutini — Candy
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I was perched outside in the pouring rain
Trying to make myself a sail
Then I'll float to you my darlin'
With the evening on my tail
Although not the most honest means of travel
It gets me there nonetheless
I'm a heartless man at worst, babe
And a helpless one at best
Darling I'll bathe your skin
I'll even wash your clothes
Just give me some candy, before I go
Oh, darling I'll kiss your eyes
And lay you down on your rug
Just give me some candy
After my heart
Oh I'm often false explaining
But to her it plays out all the same
and although I'm left defeated
It get's held against my name
I know you got plenty to offer baby
But I guess I've taken quite enough
Well I'm some stain there on your bedsheet
You're my diamond in the rough
Darling I'll bathe your skin
I'll even wash your clothes
Just give me some candy
before I go
Oh, darling I'll kiss your eyes
And lay you down on your rug
Just give me some candy
After my heart
I know that thereÂŽre writings on the wall
But Darling I'll bathe your skin
I'll even wash your clothes
Just give me some candy
After my heart
Oh I'll be there waiting for you (repeat)
Trying to make myself a sail
Then I'll float to you my darlin'
With the evening on my tail
Although not the most honest means of travel
It gets me there nonetheless
I'm a heartless man at worst, babe
And a helpless one at best
Darling I'll bathe your skin
I'll even wash your clothes
Just give me some candy, before I go
Oh, darling I'll kiss your eyes
And lay you down on your rug
Just give me some candy
After my heart
Oh I'm often false explaining
But to her it plays out all the same
and although I'm left defeated
It get's held against my name
I know you got plenty to offer baby
But I guess I've taken quite enough
Well I'm some stain there on your bedsheet
You're my diamond in the rough
Darling I'll bathe your skin
I'll even wash your clothes
Just give me some candy
before I go
Oh, darling I'll kiss your eyes
And lay you down on your rug
Just give me some candy
After my heart
I know that thereÂŽre writings on the wall
But Darling I'll bathe your skin
I'll even wash your clothes
Just give me some candy
After my heart
Oh I'll be there waiting for you (repeat)
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dougalbumski wrote:
Not degrading for the woman to wash the man's clothes though presumably? How does that work?
I love almost anything a musician writes and performs. Paolo is a favourite. Except this pos. Bathe your skin? ok. Wash your nickers? Far too degrading. The chick would puke. What next? Blow her nose? It rhymes.
Not degrading for the woman to wash the man's clothes though presumably? How does that work?
xcranky_yankee wrote:
Like....really good ITALIAN candy!
his name sounds like good candy!
the lyrics seem a bit stalker-esk. It is a no for me
Love it, love it, love it..
paloeguevo wrote:
Completely agree. Please bill and Becca add a couple of tracks from his latest. My top album from last year
Indeed.....'Lose it' is the best rock song I've heard in many years. A classic.
Completely agree. Please bill and Becca add a couple of tracks from his latest. My top album from last year
Indeed.....'Lose it' is the best rock song I've heard in many years. A classic.
dougalbumski wrote:
Most women respond to love expressed as an act of service, and washing your lover's clothes (including their underwear) seems to me entirely uncontentious. I sometimes wash my partner's clothes because I love her, and because she washes mine.
I love almost anything a musician writes and performs. Paolo is a favourite. Except this pos. Bathe your skin? ok. Wash your nickers? Far too degrading. The chick would puke. What next? Blow her nose? It rhymes.
Most women respond to love expressed as an act of service, and washing your lover's clothes (including their underwear) seems to me entirely uncontentious. I sometimes wash my partner's clothes because I love her, and because she washes mine.
Womderful song.
I love almost anything a musician writes and performs. Paolo is a favourite. Except this pos. Bathe your skin? ok. Wash your nickers? Far too degrading. The chick would puke. What next? Blow her nose? It rhymes.
GingerandMe wrote:
he really is
Gorgeous.
he really is
Gorgeous.
William wrote:
I'm pretty sure it's about sex.
i love this comment. thanks, william. thanks for playing more paolo.
I'm pretty sure it's about sex.
i love this comment. thanks, william. thanks for playing more paolo.love this song, love Paolo
Just love him!
His exuberance.
echoes wrote:
A very young and weedy Burl Ives!
I'm reminded of something most here likely haven't heard: Kurt Weill's "September Song" as sung by Walter Huston in 1938.
I swear to God I hear Burl Ives.
A very young and weedy Burl Ives!
I'm reminded of something most here likely haven't heard: Kurt Weill's "September Song" as sung by Walter Huston in 1938.
Maurice1950 wrote:
Completely agree. Please bill and Becca add a couple of tracks from his latest. My top album from last year
great live performer and his latest album release is superb
Completely agree. Please bill and Becca add a couple of tracks from his latest. My top album from last year
great live performer and his latest album release is superb
my partner was always listening to this song while he was cheating on me with somebody else, so kinda triggers me every time I hear it
amjadtaleb wrote:
To me, this song sounds like he became a coke addict after the death of his wife. I curious what it meant to you.
You say that like it's a bad thing.
To me, this song sounds like he became a coke addict after the death of his wife. I curious what it meant to you.
You say that like it's a bad thing.
Grew on me... Makes me think of Cat Stevens and Chris Smithers; like the lilting strumming and lovelorn lyrics...
his name sounds like good candy!
amjadtaleb wrote:
To me, this song sounds like he became a coke addict after the death of his wife. I curious what it meant to you.
I'm pretty sure it's about sex.
To me, this song sounds like he became a coke addict after the death of his wife. I curious what it meant to you.
I'm pretty sure it's about sex.
Wonder if he ever settled on who he was going to do impressions of.
sqqqrly wrote:
Big Clive yes. Nutini no.
Big Clive would like a word.
Big Clive yes. Nutini no.
Big Clive would like a word.
I have this album - again, something I first heard on RP. Great album. Buy it.
uksminas wrote:
Stop slamming that lid, lady...
Stop slamming that lid, lady...
Oh God...2:21 PM on a Monday afternoon.
Exactly what I needed.
Exactly what I needed.
binggeli wrote:
To me, this song sounds like he became a coke addict after the death of his wife. I curious what it meant to you.
Still think that Paolo Nutini is an amazingly versatile singer with incredible lyrics (if you are on his wavelength and get what he's singing about). Even my teenage daughters listen to him. To me, he's just timeless and has a great sense of humor about himself as well. Thank you, RP, for playing his music.
To me, this song sounds like he became a coke addict after the death of his wife. I curious what it meant to you.
Still think that Paolo Nutini is an amazingly versatile singer with incredible lyrics (if you are on his wavelength and get what he's singing about). Even my teenage daughters listen to him. To me, he's just timeless and has a great sense of humor about himself as well. Thank you, RP, for playing his music.
colt4x5 wrote:
He's Scottish - Can't go wrong with the Scots. (He's fabulous.)
Big Clive yes. Nutini no.
He's Scottish - Can't go wrong with the Scots. (He's fabulous.)
Big Clive yes. Nutini no.
Proclivities wrote:Any song which wouldn't be used by American Idol gets a bonus point.
ritmo piacevole, voce interessante non banale - mi piace questa bella "ballata"
The opening guitar.....
“Sometimes when this place gets kind of empty,
Sound of their breath fades with the light”
expatlar wrote:
Pretty much the same thing you said six years ago. Sorry that you haven't gotten over your issues. It's just a song about lust!
Maybe it is just pathetic.... More so even than your response.
Pretty much the same thing you said six years ago. Sorry that you haven't gotten over your issues. It's just a song about lust!
Maybe it is just pathetic.... More so even than your response.
Nicely follows Stephen Marley "Inna Di Red (w/ Ben Harper)" today. Sweet, RP, nice touch. Love from Bristol.
'Tis a shame
echoes wrote:
A young Burl.
Today this makes me want to look at my watch and I ain't even wearin' one.
I swear to God I hear Burl Ives.
A young Burl.
Today this makes me want to look at my watch and I ain't even wearin' one.
WonderLizard wrote:
Any song which wouldn't be used by American Idol gets a bonus point.
I was encouraged by "New Shoes" from his first CD, but the rest of it sounded like songs even American Idol wouldn't use. I'm not sure about his lyrical capabilities yet, but this song shows signs that he may yet emerge as the real deal.
Any song which wouldn't be used by American Idol gets a bonus point.
j7 wrote:
Shut up Paolo.
h8rhater wrote:
Shut up j7
j7 wrote:
h8rhater???
Nice double negative.....multiplying itself infinitely into hate. GR8!
Context please.
Shut up Paolo.
h8rhater wrote:
Shut up j7
j7 wrote:
h8rhater???
Nice double negative.....multiplying itself infinitely into hate. GR8!
Context please.
Excuse me but I'm not so sure too many women out there would like this creepy stalker with the oddball Burl Ivesish voice washing their clothes.
Voice and music style make me think of Loudon Wainwright III.
Am I alone in this?
(Sorry if this posts twice -- computer issues.)
love love love paolo nutini - I prefer Better Man, Pencil Full of Lead, New Shoes and, of course, Iron Sky but I'm glad to hear him on radio paradise
It's interesting. There are so many songs of men being abject in love, but this song makes me cringe with embarrassment. The character he plays is so pathetic.
Don't we all love candy? And haven't we all been raised with the message not to ask for it. How ironic.
So coool, that you're playing Paolo Nutini
It's ok...I'd have given it a 6 but my wife said 8, and I know when to pick my fights so...8 it is.
I swear to God I hear Burl Ives.
If you like this flowering of Scots Italian artistry then you might also like Rachel Sermanni - https://rachelsermanni.co.uk/
pfwashburn9485 wrote:
Me too :-)
...and so do I!
Me too :-)
...and so do I!
Disman wrote:
How?
I always expect to see Kevin Kinney or Drivin' and Cryin' when I hear this.
How?
I always expect to see Kevin Kinney or Drivin' and Cryin' when I hear this.
Love it!
casey1024 wrote:
He's Scottish - Can't go wrong with the Scots. (He's fabulous.)
I have no idea why I love this guy so much. I just do. :-)
He's Scottish - Can't go wrong with the Scots. (He's fabulous.)
I have no idea why I love this guy so much. I just do. :-)
a_genuine_find wrote:
Now that would be a good idea.
No Annie Lennox remake?
Now that would be a good idea.
ODAD wrote:
It's the vibrato - it makes everything blurry.
For a moment, I thought it was "Pasta Nutella".
Old eyes & smeared lenses.
Old eyes & smeared lenses.
It's the vibrato - it makes everything blurry.
For a moment, I thought it was "Pasta Nutella".
Old eyes & smeared lenses.
Old eyes & smeared lenses.
definitely marginal.
Great tune!
Never heard. Wonderful song.
This is why I listen to Radio Paradise.
This is why I listen to Radio Paradise.
Very handsome man. Fun in concert!!
gvan wrote:
The lyrics are:
"Well I'm some stain there on your bedsheet"
I could handle the "stain there on your bedsheet" lyric if he didn't sound like he was 80. Yick!
The lyrics are:
"Well I'm some stain there on your bedsheet"
Smokie style. 6.
gvan wrote:
BillG wrote:
Born in 1987
Seriously hot too. So I've been reliably informed.
I could handle the "stain there on your bedsheet" lyric if he didn't sound like he was 80. Yick!
BillG wrote:
Born in 1987
Seriously hot too. So I've been reliably informed.
Jelani wrote:
That sounds nasty, I would get to your doctor as quick as possible.
This tune gives me the creeps.
That sounds nasty, I would get to your doctor as quick as possible.
Just discovered this amazing performer on the itunes Concert series (appletv) last year. Amazing!
No Annie Lennox remake?
I love this song. I danced it with my husband on our wedding day . Thanks for playing it. Brings back amazing memories.
Bobby Bazini and Paolo Nutini sounding more and more alike.
FlatCat wrote:
Apparently this is a song best listened to at low levels... I could not really make out the lyrics just tonal speech and the music. I will have to listen louder and see what everyone is talking about.
I simply cannot listen to this song. It make me cringe with embarrassment. He is absolutely begging for abuse.
Apparently this is a song best listened to at low levels... I could not really make out the lyrics just tonal speech and the music. I will have to listen louder and see what everyone is talking about.
Awesome, passionate! Anyone who's had a very sexual, intense relationship will appreciate this song.
This tune gives me the creeps.
See on hea.
I simply cannot listen to this song. It make me cringe with embarrassment. He is absolutely begging for abuse.
jkhandy wrote:
Even if he was 80, so what? Older humans are entitled to love making just as much as you are. Too bad that older folks are demonized in this society, but when so much importance and focus is directed to youth and the external, it's no wonder.
Amen
Even if he was 80, so what? Older humans are entitled to love making just as much as you are. Too bad that older folks are demonized in this society, but when so much importance and focus is directed to youth and the external, it's no wonder.
Amen
Snore...
gvan wrote:
Born in 1987
I could handle the "stain there on your bedsheet" lyric if he didn't sound like he was 80. Yick!
Born in 1987
gvan wrote:
The tremolo in the voice is purposeful. Also, watching Paolo Nutini's intensity in concert on Austin City Limits, not ick. yum.
I could handle the "stain there on your bedsheet" lyric if he didn't sound like he was 80. Yick!
The tremolo in the voice is purposeful. Also, watching Paolo Nutini's intensity in concert on Austin City Limits, not ick. yum.
gvan wrote:
Even if he was 80, so what? Older humans are entitled to love making just as much as you are. Too bad that older folks are demonized in this society, but when so much importance and focus is directed to youth and the external, it's no wonder.
I could handle the "stain there on your bedsheet" lyric if he didn't sound like he was 80. Yick!
Even if he was 80, so what? Older humans are entitled to love making just as much as you are. Too bad that older folks are demonized in this society, but when so much importance and focus is directed to youth and the external, it's no wonder.
Sounds more like a Strawbs song HeyAbbott wrote:
Sure sounds alot like Gene Clark on this one
gvan wrote:
You can relax, he's far from 80, but that is a bit of an ageist remark. I hope that everything will still be working fine when I'm 80, and as you age, you may well have a similar hope (for yourself, rather than for me.
Excellent album, well worth a listen.
I could handle the "stain there on your bedsheet" lyric if he didn't sound like he was 80. Yick!
You can relax, he's far from 80, but that is a bit of an ageist remark. I hope that everything will still be working fine when I'm 80, and as you age, you may well have a similar hope (for yourself, rather than for me.
Excellent album, well worth a listen.
I could handle the "stain there on your bedsheet" lyric if he didn't sound like he was 80. Yick!
drjimmy wrote:
Some songs are like R.LaM. songs! I must agree!
Has a bit of a Ray LaMontagne sound to my ears. I like.
Some songs are like R.LaM. songs! I must agree!
Very nice sound. I did expect some old grizzled guy singing this, but i must admit, instead I find my long lost twin brother.
Nice!
Sure sounds alot like Gene Clark on this one
rjewyo wrote:
Italian four generations ago, then third generation Scottish! ;) He is from Paisley, Renfrewshire, Scotland. His dad was of Italian descent and ran a fish and chip shop. Encouraged early on for his singing talent, Nutini finally moved to London at age 17 and began performing live. Rest is history....
What a guy...and he's Italian too...!
Italian four generations ago, then third generation Scottish! ;) He is from Paisley, Renfrewshire, Scotland. His dad was of Italian descent and ran a fish and chip shop. Encouraged early on for his singing talent, Nutini finally moved to London at age 17 and began performing live. Rest is history....
Nutini is awesome live! Check out some live performances from his web site...this is "I'd Rather Go Blind," other vids can be seen by clicking below the player...Nutini is unique!
https://www.paolonutini.com/video,id-rather-go-blind-live-on-the-great-american-songbook_31.htm
https://www.paolonutini.com/video,id-rather-go-blind-live-on-the-great-american-songbook_31.htm
Jazz singer.
What a guy...and he's Italian too...!
Has a bit of a Ray LaMontagne sound to my ears. I like.
WayUpNorth wrote:
I'm with you. I think it's just a lovely song and I love his voice, accent, phrasing, all of the things the h8ers have flamed about. To each his own — I think it's a bit of a macho man thing. I know lots of men who would absolutely CRINGE to hear these lyrics come out of a self-respecting "man's" mouth. And I mean that in a very non-judgemental way ... just sayin' ...
I'd be happy to say these things, and even to admit to being a stain on the bedsheet. I suspect yer man Paolo won't have much trouble getting his "candy", though, as the vulnerable feeling man can be quite attractive to many women, and he's a pretty fit guy too. The voice is a bit of an acquired taste, but it is real, unlike some cringe-making falsetti I've heard (step forward, Morrissey). 7 from the Albaphile Nottingham jury.
I'm with you. I think it's just a lovely song and I love his voice, accent, phrasing, all of the things the h8ers have flamed about. To each his own — I think it's a bit of a macho man thing. I know lots of men who would absolutely CRINGE to hear these lyrics come out of a self-respecting "man's" mouth. And I mean that in a very non-judgemental way ... just sayin' ...
I'd be happy to say these things, and even to admit to being a stain on the bedsheet. I suspect yer man Paolo won't have much trouble getting his "candy", though, as the vulnerable feeling man can be quite attractive to many women, and he's a pretty fit guy too. The voice is a bit of an acquired taste, but it is real, unlike some cringe-making falsetti I've heard (step forward, Morrissey). 7 from the Albaphile Nottingham jury. Bill, fantastic music over the last few hours. One great song after another.
Whatever. This is an excellent song by an interesting artist. . .
WayUpNorth wrote:
I'm with you. I think it's just a lovely song and I love his voice, accent, phrasing, all of the things the h8ers have flamed about. To each his own — I think it's a bit of a macho man thing. I know lots of men who would absolutely CRINGE to hear these lyrics come out of a self-respecting "man's" mouth. And I mean that in a very non-judgemental way ... just sayin' ...
Yep, few self-respecting men admit to being a "stain" on your sheets!
I'm with you. I think it's just a lovely song and I love his voice, accent, phrasing, all of the things the h8ers have flamed about. To each his own — I think it's a bit of a macho man thing. I know lots of men who would absolutely CRINGE to hear these lyrics come out of a self-respecting "man's" mouth. And I mean that in a very non-judgemental way ... just sayin' ...
Yep, few self-respecting men admit to being a "stain" on your sheets!
Jamunca wrote:
Mosquito's whine is closer to it.
... bee's knees!
Mosquito's whine is closer to it.
Jamunca wrote:
I'm with you. I think it's just a lovely song and I love his voice, accent, phrasing, all of the things the h8ers have flamed about. To each his own — I think it's a bit of a macho man thing. I know lots of men who would absolutely CRINGE to hear these lyrics come out of a self-respecting "man's" mouth. And I mean that in a very non-judgemental way ... just sayin' ...
I truly don't understand the hate on here for this song. I think it's the bee's knees!
I'm with you. I think it's just a lovely song and I love his voice, accent, phrasing, all of the things the h8ers have flamed about. To each his own — I think it's a bit of a macho man thing. I know lots of men who would absolutely CRINGE to hear these lyrics come out of a self-respecting "man's" mouth. And I mean that in a very non-judgemental way ... just sayin' ...
LMAO on the Adam Sandler comment! I'll never hear this song the same way now. Thanks!
Love it!
lexica wrote:
I'm crazy sensitive songwriter dude! So gimme some candy!
I think I just figured out why I can't decide whether I like this song or not, and why I keep oscillating between "give it a 2!" and "give it a 7!"
Catchy tune. Good beat (you could dance to it...)
But it reminds me of Adam Sandler.
Catchy tune. Good beat (you could dance to it...)
But it reminds me of Adam Sandler.
I'm crazy sensitive songwriter dude! So gimme some candy!
'Coulda sworn this was Adam Sandler.
I had the pleasure of seeing him and his band up close and personal at the Guitar Center in Boston a few years ago. Each and every one of the members is not only talented but they are all amazing in the looks department too! Maybe it is just me and my affinity for the Scottish! :)
This sounds particularly pathetic coming right after Al Green.
Jelani wrote:;)
FlatCat wrote:
You should remind yourself of your credo (which can be found on 780,000 different pages across the web) more often, because your cute rhetorical flourish is nothing but a personal attack, and a fine example of "making personal judgments on someone you don't even know". But I'll respond to the substance.
When I feel embarrassment on behalf of another person exhibiting cringe-worthy behavior, that is called "empathy", defined as "vicarious experiencing of the feelings, thoughts, or attitudes of another". I imagine that you have experienced it, though perhaps not in this context.
What has Scotland or the Scottish got to do with it? I made no mention of either.
By "complete indecision", I mean a complete absence of decision. Not an oxymoron.
Now I'll admit that "pathetic little whiner" is rather too harsh, and likely what prompted your attack in the first place. Mr. Nutini may be a fine man, and my comment should have been directed at the persona he puts forward in the song rather than him as a person. But I find still that persona and the way it is embodied in the music and voice infuriating and difficult to listen to.
Wow. Um, and ouch. Sorry, folks. I offended, and I really hate doing that. Sometimes my fingers get away from me and type the most unbobly things. I'll try to curb my opinions in the future.
Peace.
FlatCat wrote:You should remind yourself of your credo (which can be found on 780,000 different pages across the web) more often, because your cute rhetorical flourish is nothing but a personal attack, and a fine example of "making personal judgments on someone you don't even know". But I'll respond to the substance.
When I feel embarrassment on behalf of another person exhibiting cringe-worthy behavior, that is called "empathy", defined as "vicarious experiencing of the feelings, thoughts, or attitudes of another". I imagine that you have experienced it, though perhaps not in this context.
What has Scotland or the Scottish got to do with it? I made no mention of either.
By "complete indecision", I mean a complete absence of decision. Not an oxymoron.
Now I'll admit that "pathetic little whiner" is rather too harsh, and likely what prompted your attack in the first place. Mr. Nutini may be a fine man, and my comment should have been directed at the persona he puts forward in the song rather than him as a person. But I find still that persona and the way it is embodied in the music and voice infuriating and difficult to listen to.
Wow. Um, and ouch. Sorry, folks. I offended, and I really hate doing that. Sometimes my fingers get away from me and type the most unbobly things. I'll try to curb my opinions in the future.
Peace.
I think I just figured out why I can't decide whether I like this song or not, and why I keep oscillating between "give it a 2!" and "give it a 7!"
Catchy tune. Good beat (you could dance to it...)
But it reminds me of Adam Sandler.
Catchy tune. Good beat (you could dance to it...)
But it reminds me of Adam Sandler.
He's fabulous live, and his repetoire is broad. Nutini is supertalented. I saw him spring of 2010 in Dubai, it was a great show. Can't wait to see him again!
FlatCat wrote:You should remind yourself of your credo (which can be found on 780,000 different pages across the web) more often, because your cute rhetorical flourish is nothing but a personal attack, and a fine example of "making personal judgments on someone you don't even know". But I'll respond to the substance.
When I feel embarrassment on behalf of another person exhibiting cringe-worthy behavior, that is called "empathy", defined as "vicarious experiencing of the feelings, thoughts, or attitudes of another". I imagine that you have experienced it, though perhaps not in this context.
What has Scotland or the Scottish got to do with it? I made no mention of either.
By "complete indecision", I mean a complete absence of decision. Not an oxymoron.
Now I'll admit that "pathetic little whiner" is rather too harsh, and likely what prompted your attack in the first place. Mr. Nutini may be a fine man, and my comment should have been directed at the persona he puts forward in the song rather than him as a person. But I find still that persona and the way it is embodied in the music and voice infuriating and difficult to listen to.
I just hear him say "I'll even wash your clothes" and think "Don't do me any favors, creep."
SlinkyJ wrote:
Yup
This song irritates me more every time I hear it. 
Yup
Sometimes 'distinctive sound' isn't a compliment. In the case of Mr. Nutini, I'd use it as high praise. I'd take one Paolo Nutini over a thousand sound alike popsters any day. Oddball quavery phrasing, multi-culti accent and all.
Because it's the opposite of Al Green?
Please make it stop.
Nice live performance. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oO2g5iB_uLk
Very nice production and arrangement on this song.
Cool set piece, but couldn't help but think of the work of those unsung heroes: Pulp Media illustrators
of course, this one's more innocent. Wait, what?
of course, this one's more innocent. Wait, what?
great Song! unbelievable Sound from this young guy, can't wait to see him live
Cynaera wrote:
You should remind yourself of your credo (which can be found on 780,000 different pages across the web) more often, because your cute rhetorical flourish is nothing but a personal attack, and a fine example of "making personal judgments on someone you don't even know". But I'll respond to the substance.
When I feel embarrassment on behalf of another person exhibiting cringe-worthy behavior, that is called "empathy", defined as "vicarious experiencing of the feelings, thoughts, or attitudes of another". I imagine that you have experienced it, though perhaps not in this context.
What has Scotland or the Scottish got to do with it? I made no mention of either.
By "complete indecision", I mean a complete absence of decision. Not an oxymoron.
Now I'll admit that "pathetic little whiner" is rather too harsh, and likely what prompted your attack in the first place. Mr. Nutini may be a fine man, and my comment should have been directed at the persona he puts forward in the song rather than him as a person. But I find still that persona and the way it is embodied in the music and voice infuriating and difficult to listen to.
So - you're cringing in embarrassment. Why? YOU'RE not the one singing. Unless you hail from Scotland, or are Scottish by descent, or... wait a minute - none of that matters! My comment is: You wrote "Pathetic little whiner, who can't even decide on a pitch. He slides around from note to note with complete indecision." First: You're making personal judgements on someone you don't even know. Second: You use two forms of "decide" in the same paragraph which, in effect, is a form of indecision on its own. Third: You refer to "complete indecision" which is an oxymoron. Were it "complete," it would be "decision." "Indecision" is an act of incomplete decision.
And now, it's time for me to remind myself of my credo: "I refuse to engage in a battle of wits with an unarmed man (or woman.)" I love Paolo Nutini's music.
And now, it's time for me to remind myself of my credo: "I refuse to engage in a battle of wits with an unarmed man (or woman.)" I love Paolo Nutini's music.
You should remind yourself of your credo (which can be found on 780,000 different pages across the web) more often, because your cute rhetorical flourish is nothing but a personal attack, and a fine example of "making personal judgments on someone you don't even know". But I'll respond to the substance.
When I feel embarrassment on behalf of another person exhibiting cringe-worthy behavior, that is called "empathy", defined as "vicarious experiencing of the feelings, thoughts, or attitudes of another". I imagine that you have experienced it, though perhaps not in this context.
What has Scotland or the Scottish got to do with it? I made no mention of either.
By "complete indecision", I mean a complete absence of decision. Not an oxymoron.
Now I'll admit that "pathetic little whiner" is rather too harsh, and likely what prompted your attack in the first place. Mr. Nutini may be a fine man, and my comment should have been directed at the persona he puts forward in the song rather than him as a person. But I find still that persona and the way it is embodied in the music and voice infuriating and difficult to listen to.