When the history of postmodern dance music is written he is ubiquitous: his visions, his stylistic versatility and open mindedness had a huge influence on the development of global dance culture. Very early on, he experimented with acid house and helped pioneer the style that was later called jungle and drum'n'bass. Fiercely independent he's preparing himself for a string of new releases, the launch of his online shop and touring worldwide.
The Manchester scene in the late 80s radiated from the Hacienda. It was a place which grew to be a breeding ground for the likes of Laurent Garnier and Chemical Brothers and in the Summer of Love the Hacienda had a theme tune called Voodoo Ray. It was A Guy Called Gerald's first release in 1988 and became a seminal classic that put British house music firmly on the map. As part of 808 State’s first incarnation he co-produced another Hacienda classic, Pacific State. He soon decided to concentrate on his solo project and toured worldwide (and with a quarter of a ton of equipment!) performing live.
In the early 90s he launched his own label Juice Box and released a series of 12"s that were the blueprint to what would become jungle. In 1992 he compiled these releases into the proto jungle classic "28 Gun Bad Boy" album. In 1995 he followed up with the definitive "Black Secret Technology" to critical acclaim. Black Secret Technology featured Finley's Rainbow with vocals by Finley Quaye and a collaboration with Goldie. Finley's Rainbow featured Finley Quaye who later re-released the tune on his debut album. In 2005 Knowledge Magazine ranked "28 Gun Bad Boy" EP was as the No. 1 jungle single of all time. His sound was an inspiration to many - Goldie, LTJ Bukem and DJ Krust have all stated his influence.
But never wanting to be stereotyped into any particular style of music his sound continued to develop. In 2000 he signed with !K7 Records and released "Essence" with guest vocals from singer/songwriter Wendy Page, Lady Kier and Finley Quaye. In 2005 the down tempo "To All Things What They Need". In 2005 he launched his Sugoi and Protechson labels. His latest album "Proto Acid / The Berlin Sessions" was released on Berlin's Laboratory Instinct label.
In 2006 he released "Proto Acid - The Berlin Sessions" album and in 2010 the follow up "Tronic Jazz - The Berlin Sessions" - on Berlin's boutique Laboratory Instinct label.
In July 2008 a remastered edition of the jungle classic “Black Secret Technology” was reissued. And in August of the same year “In Ya Head feat. Mia” came out on Berlin’s favourite Perlon Records.
2012 sees a new EP "How Long Is Now" out on Bosconi Records.
He continues to tour bringing his studio into the clubs worldwide.
fever or a flame
A Guy Called Gerald Lyrics
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Like a fever or a flame
Takes me over
Let it just fly
This star has wings and now so have I
Close my eyes ready for sleep
Let it rise up from the deep
Your name I remember
Like a fever or a flame
Just like a fever or a flame
And you are gone
But not forgotten
In the distance but not forgiven
This human heart still feels the same
But you consume it
Just like a fever or a flame
Your name I remember
Your name I remember
Like a fever or a flame
Just like a fever or a flame
And my pillow you are again
In my dreams still you talk
The mystery of you
And what you used to do
Still remain
Just like a fever or a flame
Just like a fever or a flame
Close my eyes I'm ready for sleep
Let it rise up from the deepest deep
Your name I remember
Your name I remember
Like a fever or a flame
Just like a fever or a flame
Your name I remember
Your name I remember
Like a fever or a flame
Just like a fever or a flame
I know I wish you home again
I know I wish you home again
Comes this feeling from a distance
Like a fever or a flame
It takes me over let it just fly
This star has wings and now so have I
Your name I remember
Your name I remember
Like a fever or a flame
The lyrics of A Guy Called Gerald's song "Fever or a Flame" are somewhat mysterious, but they convey a feeling of longing and memory. The repeated refrain of "Your name I remember, like a fever or a flame" evokes a powerful and intense emotion, suggesting that the subject of the song is someone who has left a deep and lasting impression on the singer.
The idea of a "fever or a flame" is interesting because both of these things are associated with heat and intensity, but they are also very different. A fever suggests a kind of illness or discomfort, while a flame suggests passion and excitement. It is possible that the feelings described in the song are a mixture of these two things, representing an intense longing that is simultaneously painful and exhilarating.
The song also includes references to dreaming and sleep, which suggest that the singer may be trying to come to terms with their feelings by processing them in their subconscious. The line "In my dreams still you talk, the mystery of you / And what you used to do still remain" suggests that the subject of the song is someone who is no longer present in the singer's life, but who continues to be a source of fascination and intrigue.
Overall, the lyrics of "Fever or a Flame" suggest a complex emotional landscape, full of longing, memory, and intensity.
Line by Line Meaning
Comes this feeling from a distance
An indescribable sensation arises that seems to come from afar
Like a fever or a flame
It feels similar to both a fever and a flame
Takes me over
It completely consumes me
Let it just fly
Allow it to be released without restraint
This star has wings and now so have I
I feel liberated and empowered, like I can soar freely as if I were a star with wings
Close my eyes ready for sleep
I am about to drift off into slumber
Let it rise up from the deep
Let the feeling that is buried within me rise up and manifest itself
Your name I remember
I recall your name
And you are gone
You are no longer here
But not forgotten
However, I still hold memories of you close to my heart
In the distance but not forgiven
Although you are far away, I still have not found it in my heart to forgive you
This human heart still feels the same
My heart has remained unchanged
But you consume it
Yet, the mere thought of you still manages to consume my heart
And my pillow you are again
You have returned to me in my dreams as a memory that lingers on my pillow
In my dreams still you talk
You continue to speak to me in my dreams
The mystery of you
I am still intrigued by the enigma that you are
And what you used to do still remain
Memories of your past actions still endure
I know I wish you home again
I am aware that I cannot have you back, yet I still yearn for your presence
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Lyrics
Wendy Page :
Comes this feeling from a distance
Like a fever or a flame
Takes me over
Let it just fly
This star has wings and now so have I
Close my eyes ready for sleep
Let it rise up from the deep
Your name I remember
Your name I remember
Like a fever or a flame
Just like a fever or a flame
And you are gone
But not forgotten
In the distance but not forgiven
This human heart still feels the same
But you consume it
Just like a fever or a flame
Your name I remember
Your name I remember
Like a fever or a flame
Just like a fever or a flame
And my pillow you are again
In my dreams still you talk
The mystery of you
And what you used to do
Still remain
Just like a fever or a flame
Just like a fever or a flame
Close my eyes I'm ready for sleep
Let it rise up from the deepest deep
Your name I remember
Your name I remember
Like a fever or a flame
Just like a fever or a flame
Your name I remember
Your name I remember
Like a fever or a flame
Just like a fever or a flame
I know I wish you home again
I know I wish you home again
Comes this feeling from a distance
Like a fever or a flame
It takes me over let it just fly
This star has wings and now so have I
Your name I remember
Your name I remember
Like a fever or a flame
Benjamin Frank
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