Clown

Emeli Sandé · Itunes Session (Ep) [2013]

I guess it's funnier from where you're standing

Cause from over here I missed the joke

Clear the way for my crash landing

I've done it again, another number for your notes



I'd be smiling if I wasn't so desperate

I'd be patient if I had the time

I could stop and answer all of your questions

As soon as I find out how I can move from the back of the line



I'll be your clown, behind the glass

Go 'head and laugh, cause it's funny, I would too, if I saw me

I'll be your clown, on your favourite channel

My life's a circus circus, round in circles, selling out tonight



I'd be less angry if it was my decision

And the money was just rolling in

If I had more than my ambition

I'll have time for please, I'll have time for thank you as soon as I win



I'll be your clown, behind the glass

Go ahead and laugh, cause it's funny, I would too, if I saw me

I'll be your clown, on your favourite channel

My life's a circus circus, round in circles, selling out tonight



From the distance my choice is simple

From a distance I can entertain

So you can see me, I put make-up on my face

But there's no way you can feel it from so far away



I'll be your clown, behind the glass

Go 'head and laugh, cause it's funny, I would too, if I saw me

I'll be your clown, on your favourite channel

My life's a circus circus, round in circles, I'm selling out tonight

Clown

Emeli Sandé's "Clown" stands as a poignant song in her early discography, showcasing the soulful depth that would define her career. Featured on the 2013 iTunes Session EP, the track captures the raw emotion and vocal precision characteristic of her debut era. While the song also appears on her landmark album Our Version of Events, this specific recording highlights her ability to deliver intimate, stripped-back performances that resonate with listeners. The piece reflects the broader themes of vulnerability and resilience found throughout her initial body of work. Sandé's delivery transforms the composition into a powerful statement of identity, cementing her status as a significant voice in contemporary British soul and R&B. This recording remains a testament to her artistry during a pivotal period of her musical development.