January 10Jan 10 Let's give our credits to these great singers in the movie! She's The One. Very very beautiful singing. https://www.tiktok.com/@ohhkaeli/video/7456721489048456481 Come Undone https://www.tiktok.com/@_adamtucker/video/7...405980995898656 Angels Some process in the making https://www.tiktok.com/@_adamtucker/video/7...899739909459233 https://www.tiktok.com/@ohhkaeli/video/7456504640515935521 --- Norfolk singer the ‘Better Man’ in biopic A Norfolk singer has a starring role in a new biopic – but you might not see him. Adam Tucker from King’s Lynn provides the voice of Robbie Williams in the film Better Man. He tells Chris Goreham about the role of a lifetime. Listen here (4-minutes interview): https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p0khc2gw
January 11Jan 11 More words and interview with Adam Tucker now. => Exclusive: 'I sang with Robbie Williams on his Better Man biopic – here's what it was really like' Robbie Williams' critically acclaimed biopic Better Man explored the true story behind the musical legend, now singer Adam Tucker, who sang on the movie as Williams has opened up about it By Daniel Bird Assistant Showbiz Editor 11 Jan 2025 With a voice that's so recognisable to millions – how hard could it be to sing Robbie Williams' tracks for his Better Man biopic? Norfolk-born singer Adam Tucker took on the voice of Robbie on a string of tracks from his earlier days for the movie. The movie which came out on Boxing Day saw Robbie transformed into a CGI monkey, playing into his cheeky yet creative persona. But while the film has been a roaring success, parts of it were not easy for Williams, 50, who relived some of his darkest times, including his fall out with former Take That bandmate, Gary Barlow. Stoke on Trent born Robbie dramatically left the band in 1995, sparking heartbreak and tears across the nation. But behind his decision, he had been secretly battling a drug addiction and rising tensions with his bandmates – Barlow, Mark Owen, Howard Donald and Jason Orange. It also explores his relationship with All Saint's singer, Nicole Appleton, who "wept" after watching hte movie. Williams said he felt "shame" over the way he treated the singer during their relationship after seeing it play out. But just how involved was he in the movie? Speaking exclusively to the Mirror, Adam, 30, revealed how he got the part. Thankfully, a friend of the singer lived next door to one of the casting agents working on Better Man. "It took a while," he said of his audition process. He went on to add: "Next thing, I'm having a phone call with these guys," before explaining he sent over a string of recordings of himself singing Angels, Feel and Let Me Entertain You. "When they said yes, I was straight in the studio on and off for maybe 18 months, we started in February 2023 and the film came out this Christmas. It's been in the works for a while but when you're doing CGI, it's quite complicated." But how involved was Williams throughout the process? Adam explained: "He provided the stories and voiceovers and what needed to happen. The help that he gave us in the studio, there are some bits – there had never been a recording of Land of 1000 Dances, nobody has heard him sing Take That in terms of Relight My Fire, these versions. "I know how he sounds in general but it was specifically on things, there are some voice notes that we'd had from him to guide ous on the right path of how it sounded, or how he would sing. He's from Stoke but he doesn't necessarily sound like he's from Stoke. It's his own voice, it's not an obvious voice, if you have an Elton John you can change your pronunciations, whereas Robbie is quite specific, his voice is really unique but not glaringly obviously different. "He was able to give us references for singing." But away from the studio, Adam somewhat glued his headphones to his head as he delved into the Robbie archive, rewatching live footage from his early days as a solo artist, including THAT performance at Knebworth. "Let Me Entertain You is live, obviously it was recorded in the studio," Adam said before continuing: "But that was jumping around in the studio with a microphone – it was the only way you can capture the voice and microphone." "He was involved but not load. It's very honest," Adam said when asked to what extent Robbie was involved. Since its release, Williams admits he's "almost the bad guy" in the movie due to his levels of honesty. This, however, is something Adam praises the legendary musician for. "I think that's his biggest asset, being completely open about him and he way he thought at the time," he said, before continuing: "Times have changed, he's matured quite a lot and he thinks differently about certain people now in a more positive light. It's a really dark film, it's so raw and obviously a lot more emotional. "People I've spoken to were like 'I was crying' at the end, when he's singing My Way, reuniting with his dad, people are in tears. It's very interesting, a lot of people are very shocked – obviously the monkey, people thought 'Why is a monkey?' they never address it in film, why is he a monkey? But it just works." Despite taking on the role of Robbie, Adam joked that he'd never been a Robbie tribute act, despite dozens of people asking him. "You close your eyes and it sounds like Robbie Williams but you open them and it looks like Ed Sheeran," he laughed. While many people question if he changed his voice to take on Robbie, he revealed that there had been slight changes – but almost everything was natural. At his audition, Adam was keen to not try and attempt to impersonate Robbie and instead showed off the real him. "I never thought I sounded like him, maybe little bits because I'm singing a Robbie song or something," he said. He went on to add: "Obviously when I watched the film, I knew what bits I sang, I knew what bits Robbie sung, but I was like 'Oh wow that does sound like Robbie,' not that I should have been shocked because that's the reason I got hired, it's crazy." Entering the audition room, Adam made the brave decision to sing Angels, one of Rob's most defining songs. "With Angels, I remember sitting there when I was four or five with the cassette player, playing Angels on repeat and pretending to sing as Robbie Williams," he proudly recalled. "For me it was huge, it's weird, I've done this in the studio for the last 18 months with four people. You sort of forget that it's going out to the world because you're so engrossed in going the studio. It's sort of like going to the studio everyday with your mates, the whole thing was just fun – there was no pressure, I the only permission I felt was what I put on myself. I auditioned straight into singing Angels and I was like 'Oh my God, this is the biggest song, especially in Europe but one of the biggest songs ever. "You just never like, feel like, the gravitas of what you're doing when you're in a studio, because you just don't know how It's going to be receptive, with people and you don't, I'd never thought about that." Six months after wrapping his parts of recording, Adam knew that people had been working behind the scenes on the movie but was secretly getting to grips with millions of people across the world hearing his voice – and seeing his name on the film credits. He said: "I managed to camouflage myself in the role of singing, I was quite proud of that. I think it sort of makes that shock back to when people are turning around and going 'Oh now someone else is singing. There are some songs in the film that is me and him singing, it cuts between both of us, most people would not know, obviously there was a lot of work that's gone into it. That's how seamless I think our voices would have sit. Some of the songs are completely remade and different. "Obviously he didn't write these songs with the intention that they were ever going to be in a film and they were going to be to a specific narrative. That's sort of why I was hired, to bring that narrative to life in the singing – when he's driving a car when he's just been fired from Take That, or Angels when his grandma dies. It's these emotionally charged scenes that are not specific in the original recording, so they had to re-record these and wanted me to come in. "Obviously Rob's voice has changed, you get older, your voice changes, so they wanted someone who could play the younger versions of him." But Adam's not slowing down any time soon. Following the ongoing interest in Better Man, he's taking some time to work on his own music. https://www.mirror.co.uk/3am/celebrity-news...better-34460454
January 11Jan 11 I really liked this article. Adam made a good job with his singing and shared some interesting points of the process how the movie had developed. I think I will use this interview for some of my project of Robbie...
January 11Jan 11 More words and interview with Adam Tucker now. => Exclusive: 'I sang with Robbie Williams on his Better Man biopic – here's what it was really like' Robbie Williams' critically acclaimed biopic Better Man explored the true story behind the musical legend, now singer Adam Tucker, who sang on the movie as Williams has opened up about it By Daniel Bird Assistant Showbiz Editor 11 Jan 2025 With a voice that's so recognisable to millions – how hard could it be to sing Robbie Williams' tracks for his Better Man biopic? Norfolk-born singer Adam Tucker took on the voice of Robbie on a string of tracks from his earlier days for the movie. The movie which came out on Boxing Day saw Robbie transformed into a CGI monkey, playing into his cheeky yet creative persona. But while the film has been a roaring success, parts of it were not easy for Williams, 50, who relived some of his darkest times, including his fall out with former Take That bandmate, Gary Barlow. Stoke on Trent born Robbie dramatically left the band in 1995, sparking heartbreak and tears across the nation. But behind his decision, he had been secretly battling a drug addiction and rising tensions with his bandmates – Barlow, Mark Owen, Howard Donald and Jason Orange. It also explores his relationship with All Saint's singer, Nicole Appleton, who "wept" after watching hte movie. Williams said he felt "shame" over the way he treated the singer during their relationship after seeing it play out. But just how involved was he in the movie? Speaking exclusively to the Mirror, Adam, 30, revealed how he got the part. Thankfully, a friend of the singer lived next door to one of the casting agents working on Better Man. "It took a while," he said of his audition process. He went on to add: "Next thing, I'm having a phone call with these guys," before explaining he sent over a string of recordings of himself singing Angels, Feel and Let Me Entertain You. "When they said yes, I was straight in the studio on and off for maybe 18 months, we started in February 2023 and the film came out this Christmas. It's been in the works for a while but when you're doing CGI, it's quite complicated." But how involved was Williams throughout the process? Adam explained: "He provided the stories and voiceovers and what needed to happen. The help that he gave us in the studio, there are some bits – there had never been a recording of Land of 1000 Dances, nobody has heard him sing Take That in terms of Relight My Fire, these versions. "I know how he sounds in general but it was specifically on things, there are some voice notes that we'd had from him to guide ous on the right path of how it sounded, or how he would sing. He's from Stoke but he doesn't necessarily sound like he's from Stoke. It's his own voice, it's not an obvious voice, if you have an Elton John you can change your pronunciations, whereas Robbie is quite specific, his voice is really unique but not glaringly obviously different. "He was able to give us references for singing." But away from the studio, Adam somewhat glued his headphones to his head as he delved into the Robbie archive, rewatching live footage from his early days as a solo artist, including THAT performance at Knebworth. "Let Me Entertain You is live, obviously it was recorded in the studio," Adam said before continuing: "But that was jumping around in the studio with a microphone – it was the only way you can capture the voice and microphone." "He was involved but not load. It's very honest," Adam said when asked to what extent Robbie was involved. Since its release, Williams admits he's "almost the bad guy" in the movie due to his levels of honesty. This, however, is something Adam praises the legendary musician for. "I think that's his biggest asset, being completely open about him and he way he thought at the time," he said, before continuing: "Times have changed, he's matured quite a lot and he thinks differently about certain people now in a more positive light. It's a really dark film, it's so raw and obviously a lot more emotional. "People I've spoken to were like 'I was crying' at the end, when he's singing My Way, reuniting with his dad, people are in tears. It's very interesting, a lot of people are very shocked – obviously the monkey, people thought 'Why is a monkey?' they never address it in film, why is he a monkey? But it just works." Despite taking on the role of Robbie, Adam joked that he'd never been a Robbie tribute act, despite dozens of people asking him. "You close your eyes and it sounds like Robbie Williams but you open them and it looks like Ed Sheeran," he laughed. While many people question if he changed his voice to take on Robbie, he revealed that there had been slight changes – but almost everything was natural. At his audition, Adam was keen to not try and attempt to impersonate Robbie and instead showed off the real him. "I never thought I sounded like him, maybe little bits because I'm singing a Robbie song or something," he said. He went on to add: "Obviously when I watched the film, I knew what bits I sang, I knew what bits Robbie sung, but I was like 'Oh wow that does sound like Robbie,' not that I should have been shocked because that's the reason I got hired, it's crazy." Entering the audition room, Adam made the brave decision to sing Angels, one of Rob's most defining songs. "With Angels, I remember sitting there when I was four or five with the cassette player, playing Angels on repeat and pretending to sing as Robbie Williams," he proudly recalled. "For me it was huge, it's weird, I've done this in the studio for the last 18 months with four people. You sort of forget that it's going out to the world because you're so engrossed in going the studio. It's sort of like going to the studio everyday with your mates, the whole thing was just fun – there was no pressure, I the only permission I felt was what I put on myself. I auditioned straight into singing Angels and I was like 'Oh my God, this is the biggest song, especially in Europe but one of the biggest songs ever. "You just never like, feel like, the gravitas of what you're doing when you're in a studio, because you just don't know how It's going to be receptive, with people and you don't, I'd never thought about that." Six months after wrapping his parts of recording, Adam knew that people had been working behind the scenes on the movie but was secretly getting to grips with millions of people across the world hearing his voice – and seeing his name on the film credits. He said: "I managed to camouflage myself in the role of singing, I was quite proud of that. I think it sort of makes that shock back to when people are turning around and going 'Oh now someone else is singing. There are some songs in the film that is me and him singing, it cuts between both of us, most people would not know, obviously there was a lot of work that's gone into it. That's how seamless I think our voices would have sit. Some of the songs are completely remade and different. "Obviously he didn't write these songs with the intention that they were ever going to be in a film and they were going to be to a specific narrative. That's sort of why I was hired, to bring that narrative to life in the singing – when he's driving a car when he's just been fired from Take That, or Angels when his grandma dies. It's these emotionally charged scenes that are not specific in the original recording, so they had to re-record these and wanted me to come in. "Obviously Rob's voice has changed, you get older, your voice changes, so they wanted someone who could play the younger versions of him." But Adam's not slowing down any time soon. Following the ongoing interest in Better Man, he's taking some time to work on his own music. https://www.mirror.co.uk/3am/celebrity-news...better-34460454
January 14Jan 14 Author SOMETHING BEAUTIFUL This song touches my soul every single time , the lyrics are just so beautiful & uplifting :wub: :wub: :wub: Somebody wrote this comment under the video on YT, what a profound effect a song can have on a young person Am 21 and just discovering this man. I’ve never really liked comment sections call it just me believing people only type what they think will be liked by others hence why I started this so boring 😅 I really am in a deep hole mentally at the moment but I’ll laugh because that’s life as a human beings this song this movie really helped thank you RW yoOfhq-c5oE?si=5U0rbnoevmUQdmFb @1878881590270677410 Edited January 14Jan 14 by Sydney11
January 14Jan 14 Every Better Man Song, Ranked Worst To Best By Jack Walters 8,6/10 Michael Gracey’s Better Man is one of the most creative and inventive biopics in recent memory, detailing the turbulent life of British pop icon Robbie Williams through the lens of a singing, dancing, CGI monkey. It’s a totally unique spin on a genre that’s otherwise become far too saturated, and the film definitely benefits as a result. It’s an extremely honest examination of Williams’ life, and despite Better Man’s box office failure, the film still deserves recognition for its introspective and reflective story. In addition to the very transparent storytelling, Better Man also shines thanks to its brilliant use of music - and the intricate dance choreography that goes alongside it. As he displayed with The Greatest Showman, Gracey knows exactly how to use musical numbers in order to push the story forward and develop characters’ relationships, and he manages it again with Williams’ biopic. The two films are very similar in their stylistic flair and dynamic direction - although Better Man is notably not suitable for children. 13. I Found Heaven Released In 1992 “I Found Heaven” is one of the few Take That songs to appear on the Better Man soundtrack, and it’s certainly an unconventional single for the film to use. While it’s one of the band’s earliest hits, and the tune of the music fits neatly with the atmosphere of the movie, it’s hard to imagine that this song was a truly necessary inclusion. The song plays during the film’s first act, as Robbie Williams and his fellow bandmates make a name for themselves in England’s gay club scene. While there’s plenty to enjoy about this song (it’s upbeat, catchy, and perfectly contrasts the depression that Williams is feeling at this point in his life), it’s ultimately quite a niche Take That song that probably could have been replaced by one of their bigger hits, like “Pray” or “Never Forget”. 12 Land Of 1000 Dances Released In 1966 The inclusion of “Land of 1000 Dances” in Better Man’s soundtrack is another surprising one, as it’s not a song that’s frequently associated with Robbie Williams or Take That. The song was originally written and released in 1966 by Wilson Pickett, but re-recorded for the biopic by Robbie Williams in late 2024. In the film, this song is used to help transition Williams from the corny pop music of his boy group days to the more ambitious, rockstar energy of his early solo career. It’s accompanied in the film by a great montage of Williams’ earliest concerts, which is one of Better Man’s highlights. 11 Forbidden Road Released In 2024 “Forbidden Road” is an original song that was recorded by Robbie Williams specifically for the release of Better Man, and it plays over the closing credits to the film. With lyrics that discuss the artist’s spiritual journey over the years, including lines such as “you need to lose your mind to get back to the light sometimes”, the song perfectly encapsulates the hopeful message of the film. The song is easily overshadowed by the other content in Better Man’s closing credits, which chronicle Williams’ real-life journey in comparison to the monkey-fueled narrative of the film. The only reason that “Forbidden Road” doesn’t rank higher among Better Man’s best songs is that it doesn’t really play a huge role in the story. The song is easily overshadowed by the other content in Better Man’s closing credits, which chronicle Williams’ real-life journey in comparison to the monkey-fueled narrative of the film. 10 Feel Released In 2002 “Feel” is one of Better Man’s first musical numbers, and while the single ranks firmly among Robbie Williams’ biggest songs, its inclusion in the narrative isn’t as powerful as it could have been. The song is performed by a preteen version of Williams (as a monkey), and lacks the strong vocals that make it such an emotional ballad. Interestingly, the instrumentals of “Feel” are used as a recurring motif throughout Better Man that constantly draws attention to how much Williams has changed from the young man (or monkey) that he once was. Director Michael Gracey really makes the most of this tune, and it leaves a strong impact. 9 Something Beautiful Released In 2002 “Something Beautiful” is one of Robbie Williams’ most sincere and heartfelt songs, and Better Man does a great job of depicting the singer’s reluctance to show this vulnerable side of himself. The song plays during Williams’ first meeting with his long-time collaborator Guy Chambers, who was credited as the co-writer of many of the artist’s most popular singles. The dynamic between Williams and Chambers offers some much-needed humor and lightheartedness in this dark period of the singer’s life, and Better Man uses this song as a way of showing how strong their professional dynamic was. The pair bounce off each other effortlessly, and songs like “Something Beautiful” were born as a result. 8 Better Man Released In 2000 Better Man changes certain aspects of Robbie Williams’ life, but one thing that it clearly gets right is the singer’s journey of self-discovery and healing in the latter part of his career. This song is a clear indicator of that, and it plays towards the end of the film as Robbie makes amends with the people he’s mistreated over the years. This is the perfect song for Better Man to take its name from, as it’s extremely introspective and speaks volumes about the way Robbie Williams sees himself as a person. Both lyrically and musically, it’s one of the film’s most powerful songs and a perfect way to bring this story to a close. 7 Relight My Fire Released In 1993 Better Man only spends a short amount of time exploring Robbie Williams’ involvement in Take That, and as a consequence, there aren’t too many songs from the boy band in the film’s soundtrack. However, Gracey still managed to make room for the group’s first major hit, “Relight My Fire,” which is a disco-inspired pop tune that rocketed the boys into the public eye. This was the perfect Take That song to include in Better Man, not just because of how catchy and enthusiastic it is, but also because of how clearly it makes Robbie Williams seem like the outlier of the group. This was the perfect Take That song to include in Better Man, not just because of how catchy and enthusiastic it is, but also because of how clearly it makes Robbie Williams seem like the outlier of the group. He doesn’t enjoy the song’s intricate choreography and melodramatic vocals like his bandmates, and that’s the first step in his isolation. 6 My Way Released In 1969 After playing briefly in the film’s opening scene, “My Way” appears once more in Better Man’s emotional ending as the show-stopping closer to the “One Night with Robbie Williams” show. It’s one of the film’s saddest scenes, as Williams calls his father onto the stage and the pair finally reconcile their differences. The complex dynamic between Robbie and his father is one of Better Man’s strongest aspects, and “My Way” is the perfect song to bookend their relationship. From singing it together in their small council house in Stoke-on-Trent to performing it side-by-side on the world’s stage, the pair quickly forget their differences and overcome their grudge. 5 She’s The One Released In 1999 “She’s The One” is Better Man’s big romantic number, playing towards the middle of the film and marking the beginning of Robbie Williams’ relationship with Canadian singer Nicole Appleton. Their dynamic quickly becomes the film’s most engaging plot point, as Williams is unable to put aside his demons to devote himself to her. The song was originally recorded by British rock band World Party in 1997, but Williams’ cover soon became the more well-known version of the ballad. Its musical notes are references many times in Better Man as the singer’s relationship worsens, and he’s reminded of the romantic ideals he’s left behind. 4 Come Undone Released In 2003 “Come Undone” is one of Robbie Williams’ most biting and honest songs, speaking about life in the spotlight and the dangers that such a public life brings. In Better Man, it plays shortly after the singer’s departure from Take That. Better Man uses the song in a very clever way to draw parallels between Williams’ exit from Take That and his father’s departure as a youth. With lyrics such as “do another interview, sing a bunch of lies, tell about celebrities that I despite”, this single doesn’t hold back about Williams’ dissatisfaction with this period of his life. Better Man uses the song in a very clever way to draw parallels between Williams’ exit from Take That and his father’s departure as a youth. 3 Angels Released In 1997 One of the reasons that Better Man has received such great reviews is that it’s incredibly honest and transparent, with Williams’ narration giving the film an extremely personal angle despite all the glitz and glamor. This is most prevalent during Better Man’s montage of Robbie’s grandmother’s death, which is soundtracked by this timeless song. Better Man uses this song to pay tribute to Williams’ grandmother and display how strongly the singer was affected by her passing. After being rejected by his father, then by his Take That bandmates, and finally by Nicole, this moment represents a troubling low point of the artist’s life. 2. Let Me Entertain You Released In 1997 “Let Me Entertain You” was released as part of Williams’ debut album “Life Thru A Lens”, the project that finally allowed him to make a name for himself outside of Take That. In Better Man, the song plays during his performance at Knebworth, as the film takes a major creative swing and sees Robbie Williams jump from the stage and violently attack the physical embodiment of his own past. It’s a bold move to interrupt Williams’ iconic Knebworth performance with this loud, stylish interlude of violence - but it ends up being one of Better Man’s strongest scenes. The sequence perfectly depicts the singer’s self-destructive behavior and intrusive thoughts, using the violence as a metaphor for his own depression. 1. Rock DJ Released In 2000 The “Rock DJ” dance number is the best scene in Better Man by a mile, and it’s a perfect display of Michael Gracey’s talent as a director. The uplifting sequence comes during the peak of Take That’s success and follows the boys as they dance through the streets of London and collect a huge number of backing dancers in their wake. Though many international audiences may not have previously known who Robbie Williams is, this scene proves that you don’t need to be familiar with his music or struggles to have fun with Better Man. The music is catchy, the choreography is huge, and the cinematography is wonderfully dynamic. It’s five minutes of pure joy that encapsulates everything great about musical filmmaking. https://screenrant.com/better-man-songs-ranked-list/
January 16Jan 16 Just remind you about the CD version release today... It's out on January 17. https://hmv.com/store/music/cd/better-man-(1) Another ones... Friday 17th January David Gray – Dear Life Gracie Abrams - The Secret Of Us (Deluxe) [CD] Kele - The Singing Winds Pt. 3 Mac Miller – Balloonerism Robbie Williams - Better Man (OST) [CD] Rose Gray - Louder Please [DOWNLOAD] Steve Hackett - Live Magic At Trading Boundaries NOW 12” 80s: 1984 – Part One Has anybody order it?
January 17Jan 17 Anyone else obsessed with the ‘Better Man’ soundtrack as much as I am? From the score to the songs Robbie Williams remastered, the soundtrack for Better Man is just brilliant. Of course, Michael Gracey’s film is one of the most creative and inventive biopics in recent memory, but the music takes it to another level. Having been blessed to grow up with Williams’ music from his Take That days to his solo career, I can’t help but appreciate how the songs take on new meanings amid the film’s context. The way each scene juxtaposes the performer’s past and present through the music opens up layers of emotional depth that amplify its meaning. For me, one of the standout tracks was “Feel”. It's a song that’s always had a lot of personal weight for me, but in this movie, it’s become something entirely different. The scene when the younger Robbie sings it — it’s simply, wow. It beautifully breaks down his vulnerability as a child and his struggles with feeling understood. But then when you hear the adult Robbie, you realize how much growth and pain he’s gone through over the years. It was like the song itself understood what the character was going through during very specific scenes, and it was so well done and wonderfully complementary. Between the raw emotion in the lyrics and the visuals, this was a moment in the film that was the most moving for me. I could go on about this song and a plethora of others, but which track from the movie stood out to you the most? Were there any songs that shifted your perception upon seeing their scenes? https://collider.com/thread/best-better-man-song/
January 18Jan 18 Just remind you about the CD version release today... It's out on January 17. https://hmv.com/store/music/cd/better-man-(1) Another ones... Friday 17th January David Gray – Dear Life Gracie Abrams - The Secret Of Us (Deluxe) [CD] Kele - The Singing Winds Pt. 3 Mac Miller – Balloonerism Robbie Williams - Better Man (OST) [CD] Rose Gray - Louder Please [DOWNLOAD] Steve Hackett - Live Magic At Trading Boundaries NOW 12” 80s: 1984 – Part One Has anybody order it? Yes, I've ordered it. With poster and Robbie signature and everything 🤠
January 19Jan 19 Author Every Better Man Song, Ranked Worst To Best By Jack Walters 8,6/10 Michael Gracey’s Better Man is one of the most creative and inventive biopics in recent memory, detailing the turbulent life of British pop icon Robbie Williams through the lens of a singing, dancing, CGI monkey. It’s a totally unique spin on a genre that’s otherwise become far too saturated, and the film definitely benefits as a result. It’s an extremely honest examination of Williams’ life, and despite Better Man’s box office failure, the film still deserves recognition for its introspective and reflective story. In addition to the very transparent storytelling, Better Man also shines thanks to its brilliant use of music - and the intricate dance choreography that goes alongside it. As he displayed with The Greatest Showman, Gracey knows exactly how to use musical numbers in order to push the story forward and develop characters’ relationships, and he manages it again with Williams’ biopic. The two films are very similar in their stylistic flair and dynamic direction - although Better Man is notably not suitable for children. 13. I Found Heaven Released In 1992 “I Found Heaven” is one of the few Take That songs to appear on the Better Man soundtrack, and it’s certainly an unconventional single for the film to use. While it’s one of the band’s earliest hits, and the tune of the music fits neatly with the atmosphere of the movie, it’s hard to imagine that this song was a truly necessary inclusion. The song plays during the film’s first act, as Robbie Williams and his fellow bandmates make a name for themselves in England’s gay club scene. While there’s plenty to enjoy about this song (it’s upbeat, catchy, and perfectly contrasts the depression that Williams is feeling at this point in his life), it’s ultimately quite a niche Take That song that probably could have been replaced by one of their bigger hits, like “Pray” or “Never Forget”. 12 Land Of 1000 Dances Released In 1966 The inclusion of “Land of 1000 Dances” in Better Man’s soundtrack is another surprising one, as it’s not a song that’s frequently associated with Robbie Williams or Take That. The song was originally written and released in 1966 by Wilson Pickett, but re-recorded for the biopic by Robbie Williams in late 2024. In the film, this song is used to help transition Williams from the corny pop music of his boy group days to the more ambitious, rockstar energy of his early solo career. It’s accompanied in the film by a great montage of Williams’ earliest concerts, which is one of Better Man’s highlights. 11 Forbidden Road Released In 2024 “Forbidden Road” is an original song that was recorded by Robbie Williams specifically for the release of Better Man, and it plays over the closing credits to the film. With lyrics that discuss the artist’s spiritual journey over the years, including lines such as “you need to lose your mind to get back to the light sometimes”, the song perfectly encapsulates the hopeful message of the film. The song is easily overshadowed by the other content in Better Man’s closing credits, which chronicle Williams’ real-life journey in comparison to the monkey-fueled narrative of the film. The only reason that “Forbidden Road” doesn’t rank higher among Better Man’s best songs is that it doesn’t really play a huge role in the story. The song is easily overshadowed by the other content in Better Man’s closing credits, which chronicle Williams’ real-life journey in comparison to the monkey-fueled narrative of the film. 10 Feel Released In 2002 “Feel” is one of Better Man’s first musical numbers, and while the single ranks firmly among Robbie Williams’ biggest songs, its inclusion in the narrative isn’t as powerful as it could have been. The song is performed by a preteen version of Williams (as a monkey), and lacks the strong vocals that make it such an emotional ballad. Interestingly, the instrumentals of “Feel” are used as a recurring motif throughout Better Man that constantly draws attention to how much Williams has changed from the young man (or monkey) that he once was. Director Michael Gracey really makes the most of this tune, and it leaves a strong impact. 9 Something Beautiful Released In 2002 “Something Beautiful” is one of Robbie Williams’ most sincere and heartfelt songs, and Better Man does a great job of depicting the singer’s reluctance to show this vulnerable side of himself. The song plays during Williams’ first meeting with his long-time collaborator Guy Chambers, who was credited as the co-writer of many of the artist’s most popular singles. The dynamic between Williams and Chambers offers some much-needed humor and lightheartedness in this dark period of the singer’s life, and Better Man uses this song as a way of showing how strong their professional dynamic was. The pair bounce off each other effortlessly, and songs like “Something Beautiful” were born as a result. 8 Better Man Released In 2000 Better Man changes certain aspects of Robbie Williams’ life, but one thing that it clearly gets right is the singer’s journey of self-discovery and healing in the latter part of his career. This song is a clear indicator of that, and it plays towards the end of the film as Robbie makes amends with the people he’s mistreated over the years. This is the perfect song for Better Man to take its name from, as it’s extremely introspective and speaks volumes about the way Robbie Williams sees himself as a person. Both lyrically and musically, it’s one of the film’s most powerful songs and a perfect way to bring this story to a close. 7 Relight My Fire Released In 1993 Better Man only spends a short amount of time exploring Robbie Williams’ involvement in Take That, and as a consequence, there aren’t too many songs from the boy band in the film’s soundtrack. However, Gracey still managed to make room for the group’s first major hit, “Relight My Fire,” which is a disco-inspired pop tune that rocketed the boys into the public eye. This was the perfect Take That song to include in Better Man, not just because of how catchy and enthusiastic it is, but also because of how clearly it makes Robbie Williams seem like the outlier of the group. This was the perfect Take That song to include in Better Man, not just because of how catchy and enthusiastic it is, but also because of how clearly it makes Robbie Williams seem like the outlier of the group. He doesn’t enjoy the song’s intricate choreography and melodramatic vocals like his bandmates, and that’s the first step in his isolation. 6 My Way Released In 1969 After playing briefly in the film’s opening scene, “My Way” appears once more in Better Man’s emotional ending as the show-stopping closer to the “One Night with Robbie Williams” show. It’s one of the film’s saddest scenes, as Williams calls his father onto the stage and the pair finally reconcile their differences. The complex dynamic between Robbie and his father is one of Better Man’s strongest aspects, and “My Way” is the perfect song to bookend their relationship. From singing it together in their small council house in Stoke-on-Trent to performing it side-by-side on the world’s stage, the pair quickly forget their differences and overcome their grudge. 5 She’s The One Released In 1999 “She’s The One” is Better Man’s big romantic number, playing towards the middle of the film and marking the beginning of Robbie Williams’ relationship with Canadian singer Nicole Appleton. Their dynamic quickly becomes the film’s most engaging plot point, as Williams is unable to put aside his demons to devote himself to her. The song was originally recorded by British rock band World Party in 1997, but Williams’ cover soon became the more well-known version of the ballad. Its musical notes are references many times in Better Man as the singer’s relationship worsens, and he’s reminded of the romantic ideals he’s left behind. 4 Come Undone Released In 2003 “Come Undone” is one of Robbie Williams’ most biting and honest songs, speaking about life in the spotlight and the dangers that such a public life brings. In Better Man, it plays shortly after the singer’s departure from Take That. Better Man uses the song in a very clever way to draw parallels between Williams’ exit from Take That and his father’s departure as a youth. With lyrics such as “do another interview, sing a bunch of lies, tell about celebrities that I despite”, this single doesn’t hold back about Williams’ dissatisfaction with this period of his life. Better Man uses the song in a very clever way to draw parallels between Williams’ exit from Take That and his father’s departure as a youth. 3 Angels Released In 1997 One of the reasons that Better Man has received such great reviews is that it’s incredibly honest and transparent, with Williams’ narration giving the film an extremely personal angle despite all the glitz and glamor. This is most prevalent during Better Man’s montage of Robbie’s grandmother’s death, which is soundtracked by this timeless song. Better Man uses this song to pay tribute to Williams’ grandmother and display how strongly the singer was affected by her passing. After being rejected by his father, then by his Take That bandmates, and finally by Nicole, this moment represents a troubling low point of the artist’s life. 2. Let Me Entertain You Released In 1997 “Let Me Entertain You” was released as part of Williams’ debut album “Life Thru A Lens”, the project that finally allowed him to make a name for himself outside of Take That. In Better Man, the song plays during his performance at Knebworth, as the film takes a major creative swing and sees Robbie Williams jump from the stage and violently attack the physical embodiment of his own past. It’s a bold move to interrupt Williams’ iconic Knebworth performance with this loud, stylish interlude of violence - but it ends up being one of Better Man’s strongest scenes. The sequence perfectly depicts the singer’s self-destructive behavior and intrusive thoughts, using the violence as a metaphor for his own depression. 1. Rock DJ Released In 2000 The “Rock DJ” dance number is the best scene in Better Man by a mile, and it’s a perfect display of Michael Gracey’s talent as a director. The uplifting sequence comes during the peak of Take That’s success and follows the boys as they dance through the streets of London and collect a huge number of backing dancers in their wake. Though many international audiences may not have previously known who Robbie Williams is, this scene proves that you don’t need to be familiar with his music or struggles to have fun with Better Man. The music is catchy, the choreography is huge, and the cinematography is wonderfully dynamic. It’s five minutes of pure joy that encapsulates everything great about musical filmmaking. https://screenrant.com/better-man-songs-ranked-list/ Really enjoyed reading this review of the album, reminds me of the many special moments in the movie . Has anyone received their copy of the album yet !
January 20Jan 20 Author Robbie Williams aims for 15th UK Number 1 album with Better Man soundtrack The soundtrack of Robbie's acclaimed biopic could help him cement himself in UK chart history. Robbie Williams is set to earn his 15th UK Number 1 album as a solo artist in the UK this week. The physical release of the original soundtrack for acclaimed biopic Better Man means the record could debut at the top of the Official Albums Chart. Directed by The Greatest Showman’s Michael Gracey, Better Man has received a rapturous reception from critics. The film tells the story of Robbie’s rise to fame as a member of Take That, before breaking out as a solo star, leading to his now-legendary 2003 concert at Knebworth. Famously, Robbie himself is portrayed as a CGI monkey in the film, played by actor Jonno Davies. Better Man would join Robbie’s 14 other chart-topping LPs as a solo artist; Life Thru A Lens (1997), I’ve Been Expecting You (1998), Sing When You’re Winning (2000), Swing When You’re Winning (2001), Escapology (2002), Greatest Hits (2004), Intensive Care (2005), Rudebox (2006), In and Out of Consciousness: Greatest Hits 1990-2010 (2010), Take The Crown (2012), Swings Both Ways (2013), The Heavy Entertainment Show (2016), The Christmas Present (2019) and XXV (2022). Gracie Abrams’ former Number 1 record The Secret Of Us could break back into the Top 10 following the release of its deluxe edition on vinyl for the first time, jumping 12 places midweek to Number 2. The late, great rapper Mac Miller could score his highest-charting album in the UK with the posthumous LP Balloonerism (4). He previously hit Number 8 with his first posthumous release, Circles, in 2020. Singer-songwriter David Gray’s 13th studio album Dear Life is expected to become his seventh UK Top 10 album this week. Dear Life is pacing for a Number 5 debut, it would be Gray’s highest-charting album here since 2009’s Draw The Line. Fred again..’s fourth LP ten days is on track to re-enter the UK Top 20 come Friday. Following its physical release, the album could rebound to Number 12, having previously peaked at Number 7 last year. Further down, The Who’s 1971 classic Who’s Next could re-enter the Official Albums Chart at Number 24, thanks to the release of an expanded physical box set. Who’s Next peaked at Number 1 upon its original release, the band’s first (and only) UK chart-topping album. Finally, following the UK release of biopic A Complete Unknown starring Timothée Chalamet, Bob Dylan’s Greatest Hits could re-enter the Top 40, climbing 58 places midweek to Number 40. https://www.officialcharts.com/chart-news/r...1-album-update/
January 20Jan 20 Author Robbie Williams aims for 15th UK Number 1 album with Better Man soundtrack The soundtrack of Robbie's acclaimed biopic could help him cement himself in UK chart history. Robbie Williams is set to earn his 15th UK Number 1 album as a solo artist in the UK this week. The physical release of the original soundtrack for acclaimed biopic Better Man means the record could debut at the top of the Official Albums Chart. Directed by The Greatest Showman’s Michael Gracey, Better Man has received a rapturous reception from critics. The film tells the story of Robbie’s rise to fame as a member of Take That, before breaking out as a solo star, leading to his now-legendary 2003 concert at Knebworth. Famously, Robbie himself is portrayed as a CGI monkey in the film, played by actor Jonno Davies. Better Man would join Robbie’s 14 other chart-topping LPs as a solo artist; Life Thru A Lens (1997), I’ve Been Expecting You (1998), Sing When You’re Winning (2000), Swing When You’re Winning (2001), Escapology (2002), Greatest Hits (2004), Intensive Care (2005), Rudebox (2006), In and Out of Consciousness: Greatest Hits 1990-2010 (2010), Take The Crown (2012), Swings Both Ways (2013), The Heavy Entertainment Show (2016), The Christmas Present (2019) and XXV (2022). Gracie Abrams’ former Number 1 record The Secret Of Us could break back into the Top 10 following the release of its deluxe edition on vinyl for the first time, jumping 12 places midweek to Number 2. The late, great rapper Mac Miller could score his highest-charting album in the UK with the posthumous LP Balloonerism (4). He previously hit Number 8 with his first posthumous release, Circles, in 2020. Singer-songwriter David Gray’s 13th studio album Dear Life is expected to become his seventh UK Top 10 album this week. Dear Life is pacing for a Number 5 debut, it would be Gray’s highest-charting album here since 2009’s Draw The Line. Fred again..’s fourth LP ten days is on track to re-enter the UK Top 20 come Friday. Following its physical release, the album could rebound to Number 12, having previously peaked at Number 7 last year. Further down, The Who’s 1971 classic Who’s Next could re-enter the Official Albums Chart at Number 24, thanks to the release of an expanded physical box set. Who’s Next peaked at Number 1 upon its original release, the band’s first (and only) UK chart-topping album. Finally, following the UK release of biopic A Complete Unknown starring Timothée Chalamet, Bob Dylan’s Greatest Hits could re-enter the Top 40, climbing 58 places midweek to Number 40. https://www.officialcharts.com/chart-news/r...1-album-update/ Just a question to those in the know . Can this album be categorised as a solo album as it says in the above article. Given it's the soundtrack for the movie & there are several vocalists on it I would have thought it would be a different category. I was never one for following charts so just interested to know how it works . I am always of course delighted for No 1's so will not complain if it happens. Edited January 20Jan 20 by Sydney11
January 20Jan 20 This is exactly a question what I was interested from the beginning. BJ guys answered me earlier in December that it should be counted as solo album. The main reason - Robbie sings on all tracks. You may possibly admitted that OST version is different to the songs versions in the movie. Well, most of them. While there is more Alex Turner sings the movie, Robbie is more on OST.
January 21Jan 21 Author This is exactly a question what I was interested from the beginning. BJ guys answered me earlier in December that it should be counted as solo album. The main reason - Robbie sings on all tracks. You may possibly admitted that OST version is different to the songs versions in the movie. Well, most of them. While there is more Alex Turner sings the movie, Robbie is more on OST. Hmmm! , I am not sure how I feel about this if I'm honest :mellow: According to https://www.officialcharts.com/chart-news/r...1-album-update/ Better Man would join Robbie’s 14 other chart-topping LPs as a solo artist; Life Thru A Lens (1997), I’ve Been Expecting You (1998), Sing When You’re Winning (2000), Swing When You’re Winning (2001), Escapology (2002), Greatest Hits (2004), Intensive Care (2005), Rudebox (2006), In and Out of Consciousness: Greatest Hits 1990-2010 (2010), Take The Crown (2012), Swings Both Ways (2013), The Heavy Entertainment Show (2016), The Christmas Present (2019) and XXV (2022). Edited January 21Jan 21 by Sydney11
January 21Jan 21 Author Look at that lead! :cheer: :cheer: :cheer: Am I one of those download group . I could not wait for the CD which I guess is on it's way. Any idea what country are they shipped from :unsure:
