Universal Prayer

Jamelia

About Universal Prayer

"Universal Prayer" was a song recorded by Italian singer Tiziano Ferro and British R&B singer Jamelia for the soundtrack to the 2004 Summer Olympic games. The song was then added to the re-issue of Jamelia's Thank You in Europe. The single was not released in Jamelia's home country, however, the video was shown on UK music television channels around the time of her "See It in a Boy's Eyes" single release. The song became Jamelia's first number one hit in both Spain and Italy.


Year:
2003
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I'm just the same as you 
I could be the same age too 
Do the same music you do 
Every day 

No matter what separates us 
The same stars we see at night 
No matter what's up against us 
Still gonna have dreams burning bright 

I believe we fear what we don't know 
We can be our own enemy 
But if we conquered and 
If you took my hand 
I see a girl you see a man 
Oh oh Testi Canzoni 
na na na na 

I?m just the same as you 
I could be the same age too 
Do the same music you do 
Everyday 

No matter what separates us 
The same stars we see at night 
No matter what suffers against us 
Still gonna have dream burning right 

I believe we fear what we don't know, 
we can be our own enemy 
But if we concord and 
If you took my hand 
I see a girl you see a man 

Everybody has the same dream 
A dream in their heart 
Get a chance to make a life 
Love somebody they won't 
Open your eyes we're all the same 
We won't be scared 
So let's sing together now 
Na na na na 
In this Universal Prayer 

Oh oh na na na na 
I see the smoking light 
That complicates a simple life 
I'm here and you are there 
Miles away 

All you gotta do is believe 
That anything you want you can reach 
There's no limit to what we could be 
So open your mind 
And set yourself free 

I believe we fear what we don't know, 
we can be our own enemy 
But if we concord and 
If you took my hand 
I see a girl you see a man 

Everybody has the same dream 
A dream in their heart 
Get a chance to make a life 
Love somebody they won't 
Open your eyes we're all the same 
We won't be scared 
So let's sing together now 
Na na na na 
In this Universal Prayer 

And in this dream I have at night 
That I don't understand the world at all 
You might be right but it seems to me 
That we've come to fight to far 

Cause I believe that fears 
I try to save our souls 
And hardest time will come 
And all this pain will go 
So try to understand 
The precious things I've said 
Every woman every man 

Oh oh na na na na 
Everybody has the same dream 
A dream in their heart 
Get a chance to make a life 
Love somebody they won't 
Open your eyes we're all the same 
We won't be scared 
So let's sing together now 
Na na na na 
In this Universal Prayer 

Everybody has the same dream 
A dream in their heart 
Get a chance to make a life 
Love somebody they won't 
Open your eyes we're all the same 
We won't be scared 
So let's sing together now 
Na na na na 
In this Universal Prayer

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Jamelia

Jamelia Niela Davis (born 11 January 1981), best known mononymously as Jamelia, is a British singer-songwriter, model, entertainer, television presenter and actress. She is most famous for her use of a cappella and prolific work in the R&B genre. She has released three studio albums, each of which has reached the Top 40 in her native UK, which collectively have spawned eight UK top ten singles. In addition, Jamelia has won four MOBO Awards, a Q Award and has received nine BRIT Award nominations. Jamelia is one of Britain's most successful black female entertainers. Her career has spanned over ten years after being signed straight out of school at 15 to a major record label. more »

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Written by: JAMES DEARNESS HOGARTH, KAREN ANN POOLE

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

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23 facts about this song

Release and Album
"Universal Prayer" is a song by British singer Jamelia. It was released in 2004 as part of the album, "Thank You".
Collaboration
The song is a collaboration between Jamelia and Italian singer, Tiziano Ferro.
Theme Song
"Universal Prayer" was the official theme song for the 2004 Summer Olympics held in Athens, Greece.
Languages
The song is in English, but it also has versions in French, Spanish, Italian and Greek.
Video
The music video for "Universal Prayer" features Jamelia and Ferro, as well as a range of peoples from different ethnic backgrounds, conveying a message of unity and diversity. It also shows footage from previous Olympic Games.
Charitable Cause
It was used to raise funds for charity through the IOC’s international “Music and Musicians for Athens 2004” program.
Charts
"Universal Prayer" performed well on the charts, reaching number one in Italy and Spain, and number six in the UK singles chart.
Record Label
The song was released under the record labels Parlophone and EMI.
Lyrics
The lyrics of "Universal Prayer" encourage unity amongst all people, promoting the Olympic spirit of global community and good sportsmanship.
Genre
"Universal Prayer" falls into the genre of pop and R&B music.
Formatting
The track has a running time of 3 minutes and 26 seconds.
Awards
The song "Universal Prayer" won the Italian Music Award for Best Single in 2005.
Artist Facts
"Universal Prayer" is sung by Jamelia, a renowned English singer, songwriter and television presenter. Jamelia achieved notable success in the early 2000s with her R&B style of music.
Song's Origin
The song "Universal Prayer" was released in 2004 for the soundtrack of the Summer Olympics held in Athens, Greece.
Collaboration
This song is a collaboration between Jamelia and Tiziano Ferro, an Italian singer, songwriter and producer. The collaboration brought together the English and Italian music industry.
Genre
"Universal Prayer" is categorized as Pop music, featuring elements of African and Greek music representing the Olympic spirit.
Chart Performance
The song was a commercial success, reaching the Top 5 on the Italian Singles Chart and the Top 20 on the UK Singles Chart.
Music Video
The music video for "Universal Prayer" was filmed in Athens and was inspired by the spirit of togetherness and unity during the Olympic Games.
Lyrics
The lyrics for the song are about unity, hope, and striving for excellence, reflecting the core values of the Olympic Games. It encourages listeners to aim high and seize their dreams.
Olympic Recognition
The song was performed live during the closing ceremony of the 2004 Athens Summer Olympics.
Single Debut
"Universal Prayer" was released as a single before appearing on Jamelia's third album, "Walk with Me".
Language
A version of this song was also recorded with lyrics in Spanish, showcasing Jamelia's versatility as an artist.
Reviews
The song received positive reviews from critics, with many praising its upbeat, uplifting message and danceable rhythm suitable for the spirit of the sporting games.

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