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"Carry You"
Song

"Carry You" is a song performed by British boy band Union J. It is their debut single and will feature on their upcoming debut album. The single will be released in Ireland and the United Kingdom on 2 June 2013.

Background

During a performance in Cardiff on 15 December 2012, Union J announced that they had signed a recording contract with Sony Music.[1] It was later revealed, in January 2013, that the record label was that of sub-division, RCA Records. On 8 April 2013, the group confirmed the title and release of their debut single, "Carry You".[2] This was followed by the unveiling of the accompanying artwork, which also debuted the band's logo.[3]

The track was given its radio premiere on 22 April, which was followed by the upload of an audio version of the single on the official Vevo account for Union J.[4] Whilst explaining the meaning behind the single, Jaymi Hensley commented, "The message of the song is [that] we've been on a massive rollercoaster the last year with each other, and it's about being there for each other." He also revealed, "It's there for the fans, we really wouldn't be here without them."[5]

Music video

On 30 March 2013, Union J announced via their official Twitter account that the music video for the single had been filmed.[6] On 16 April, the Daily Mail published photos of the group recording their first music video.[7] An official teaser for the video was uploaded to the group's Vevo account on 26 April 2013.[8] The full video first premiered through Capital TV on 29 April.[9]

The video is set in Nottingham and features the band shopping, skateboarding and performing a gig. Band member George Shelley had to learn how to skateboard, while JJ Hamblett said he disliked having to ride a pink flowerly bicycle, saying "I'd rather be on a horse."[10]

Live performances

The track will be performed live for the first time at Reading F.C.'s Madejski Stadium as part of the AllStarz Summer Party.[11] Other appearances will include Capital FM's Summertime Ball at Wembley Stadium on 9 June 2013,[12] and Chester Rocks 2013 on 15 June.[13]

Tracklisting

Digital download[14]
  1. Carry You - 3:09
  2. Carry You (Karaoke Version) - 3:09
  3. Carry You (Steve Smart & WestFunk Remix) - 2:55
  4. Carry You (Cutmore Remix) - 3:02

Release history

Region Date Format Label
United Kingdom[14] 2 June 2013 Digital download RCA Records, Sony Music
Ireland[15]

References

  1. ^ Sperling, Daniel (17 December 2013). "'X Factor' Union J sign Sony record deal". Digital Spy. Hearst Magazines UK. Retrieved 1 May 2013.
  2. ^ Smith, Carl (8 April 2013). "We're fangirling like Jaymi at the Breaking Dawn premiere". Sugarscape. Retrieved 22 April 2013.
  3. ^ Daniels, Colin (14 April 2013). "Union J reveal artwork for debut single 'Carry You' - picture". Digital Spy. Hearst Magazines UK. Retrieved 13 May 2013.
  4. ^ "Union J - Carry You (Audio)". YouTube. Retrieved 27 April 2013.
  5. ^ Adejobi, Alicia (22 April 2013). "Union J Admit 'Crying' After Premiering Debut Single 'Carry You'". Entertainmentwise. Retrieved 1 May 2013.
  6. ^ "We've filmed the music video and are releasing our first ever single in JUNE!! :D HASHTAG #UnionJuneSingle if you are going to get behind it!". Twitter. 30 March 2013. Retrieved 22 April 2013.
  7. ^ Strang, Fay (16 April 2013). "Styled hair, skating and some singing: Behind the scenes shots of Union J as they film their first music video". Daily Mail. Associated Newspapers. Retrieved 22 April 2013.
  8. ^ "Union J - Carry You (Official Video Teaser)". YouTube. Retrieved 26 April 2013.
  9. ^ "Union J's 'Carry You' Music Video To Get First Play On Capital TV Monday 29th April". Capital FM. 27 April 2013. Retrieved 13 May 2013.
  10. ^ Brankin, Emma (20–26 April 2013). "Screeeeam! It's Union J's first video!". Heat (727). Bauer Media Group: 32–33. {{cite journal}}: |access-date= requires |url= (help); Unknown parameter |coauthors= ignored (|author= suggested) (help)CS1 maint: date format (link)
  11. ^ Allstarz Party
  12. ^ Union J Join Capital FM Summertime Ball 2013 Line-Up - Capital FM
  13. ^ Chester Rocks 2013 | 15th - 16th June, Chester Racecourse
  14. ^ a b "Carry You - EP - Union J". iTunes Store (Apple Inc.). Retrieved 22 April 2013.
  15. ^ "Carry You - EP - Union J". iTunes Store (Apple Inc.). Retrieved 22 April 2013.
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