James Arthur shares heartfelt message after fans' reaction to his album's new deluxe edition

It was released on 11th March

James Arthur
Author: Anna Sky MagliolaPublished 11th Mar 2022

When James Arthur finally released 'It'll All Make Sense In The End' in November 2021, after months of delays, fans thought their prayers had been answered. However, it seems that the 'Say You Won't Let Go' singer had a surprise in store for fans, when he later announced a deluxe edition would be coming, and now, it's finally dropped.

James, who is currently on tour, has taken to his Instagram Stories to share his fans' reactions to his new release. One fan wrote it was 'unbelievable' with another saying: 'I love this, raw talent'.

The 'You' singer followed these complimentary comments with a heartfelt message to them saying: 'I love you all so much it hurts my heart ❤️❤️❤️❤️'.

James Arthur's Instagram Stories

The deluxe edition of 'It'll All Make Sense In The End' was released today (11th March) and features six extra tracks in addition to those already included on the original release. The new tracks include, 'Lose My Mind' which was released two weeks ago and features Josh Franceschi, who is the lead vocalist of rock band You Me at Six.

James Arthur is currently on tour and you can still buy tickets from Aloud.com.

MARCH 2022

Cardiff Motorpoint Arena - Fri 11th

Brighton Centre - Sat 12th

Leeds O2 Academy - Mon 14th

Hull Bonus Arena - Tue 15th

Glasgow SEC Armadillo - Thu 17th

Birmingham O2 Academy - Sat 19th

Southend Cliffs Pavilion - Sun 20th

Manchester O2 Apollo - Tue 22nd

Newcastle O2 City Hall - Wed 23rd

Sheffield City Hall - Fri 25th

Liverpool Mountford Hall, Guild of Students - Sat 26th

James Arthur's career: Take a look at how he went from winning The X Factor to a pop star

Career beginnings

James began writing and recording songs at the age of 15, performing as both a solo artist and in bands including Moonlight Drive, Cue the Drama, Save Arcade and Emerald Skye from 2005 to 2011.
In 2011, James wrote an album called 'Sins by the Sea' which was uploaded to social media sites, before forming The James Arthur Project and releasing EPs 'Hold On' and 'The EP Collection CD'.

2012: The X Factor

James auditioned for The X Factor in 2012, attending the auditions which took place throughout May and June that year. He sang a cover of 'Young' by Tulisa, who was on the judging panel that year, then 'A Million Love Songs' at Boot Camp - a song by fellow judge Gary Barlow's band Take That. He was in the final against Jahméne Douglas, winning the show.

2013: Debut self-titled album

James released his winners' single, a cover of 'Impossible' by Shontelle in December 2012, which hit the top spot in the UK charts. His self-titled debut album was released in November 2013 and went to Number 2 in the UK, featuring songs like 'You're Nobody 'til Somebody Loves You', 'Get Down' and 'Roses' featuring Emeli Sandé. In January 2014, he embarked on his first tour, the 'James Arthur Tour', performing 37 dates around Europe.

2014: Controversy and parting ways with Syco

James caused controversy after taking part in rap battles, causing Simon Cowell to say: "I think James, unfortunately, has had so many issues with what he has done publicly – which is a real issue with me... Somebody should have told him to shut up and just put the records out." In June 2014, he announced that he had parted ways with Syco by mutual agreement.

2015-2016: Signing with Columbia Records and second album

James signed a deal with Columbia Records in September 2015 and announced that a new album was on the way. His second album 'Back from the Edge' was released in October 2016, featuring songs 'Say You Won't Let Go' - which was a Number 1 single - and 'Can I Be Him'. James became the first X Factor performer to have two singles sell over a million copies in his home country.

2017: BRIT Awards nominations

In 2017, James' single, 'Say You Won't Let Go', was nominated at the BRITs for British Artist Video of the Year and British Single of the Year. He also released his single 'Naked', and attended The Grammy Museum at one of their Spotlight events after joining OneRepublic on their massive North American tour.

2018-2019: 'Rewrite the Stars' and third album 'You'

In 2018, James teamed up with Anne-Marie on their amazing cover of 'Rewrite The Stars', for The Greatest Showman: Reimagined. He also appeared on Brazilian soap opera O Tempo nĂŁo Para, singing his song 'Empty Space'. James released his third album 'You' in October 2019, debuting at Number 2 in the UK, it was certified Silver.

2020: Fourth album

James revealed on Twitter in July 2020 that he was working on a fourth album, writing, 'I've been writing the new album for the last couple of months. I couldn't be more excited to share with you this new lane I'm playing around in, I think you'll be surprised in a good way. This is the album I've wanted to make for so long! #IWAMSITE.' He also worked on song 'Lasting Lover' with DJ Sigala.

2021: New singles and release of fourth album

James delighted his fans in 2021 when he dropped a number of new tracks, including 'Medicine', 'September' and 'Emily'.


The singer's fourth studio album 'It'll All Make Sense In The End' was released on Friday 5th November 2021.

2022: James releases the deluxe version of his album

On 11th March 2022, James released the deluxe version of his album 'All Make Sense In The End'. On the day of release he shared a heartfelt message to his fans saying: 'I love you all so much it hurts my heart ❤️❤️❤️❤️'.


In 2022, James also bagged the Award-Winning Song gong, for his track 'Lasting Lover' with Sigala, at the BMI London Awards.

2023: James announces collab with Alok

In January 2023, James announced he and Brazilian DJ Alok have a new song called 'Work With My Love', it was released on 13th January. The song samples 'Lola's Theme', by The Shapeshifters.

2023: James teases his fifth album

On top of that, James announced in January 2023 that not only did he have a fifth album on the way, but he was putting the finishing touches on it! Despite not letting any details slip on a release date, it certainly got fans excited for the year ahead.

2023: Big wins for James

In June 2023, James took to Instagram to celebrate some pretty huge wins! As well as bagging a Brits Billion Award from BPI, for over a billion streams in the UK, he also celebrated a diamond award, for going 10 x Platinum in America... Impressive!


Sharing a snap of him holding his shiny new awards, James wrote: 'What amazing year so far. I managed to pick up a diamond award for going 10 times platinum in America and a @brits billion award for over a billion streams in the UK alone. Thank you for all your continued support on this bizarre rollercoaster we're on.'

2023: New singles

On 12th May, James released a brand new single titled 'A Year Ago'. Fans were elated with new music from the singer.


On top of teasing his fifth album, James then announced another single on 24th July. The song, which was released date of 4th August, is called 'Blindside' and showcases a more upbeat vibe from the award-winning singer.

2023: James releases his fifth album

James took to Instagram in September 2023 to finally reveal the name and release date of his highly-anticipated fifth album. Titled 'Bitter Sweet Love', the album was released on 26th January 2024.

2023: James Arthur announces his 'Bitter Sweet Love' tour

James Arthur's 'Bitter Sweet Love' tour will see the artist perform eight UK dates as part of a wider world tour. He starts the UK leg of his tour in Bournemouth in March 2024.

2024: James Arthur releases collab with Kelly Clarkson

In April 2024, James announced he was re-releasing his album track 'From The Jump', with the one and only Kelly Clarkson. Fans loved how amazing the pair's vocals sounded together.

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