Her debut single 'Orbiter' was released September 23rd 2010 through Pure Groove Records, with a single launch party at The Drop in leftStoke Newington. The Guardian said it "showcases Gold's mighty voice through its power-pop chorus" and described her as "One to watch".
Her second single 'Runaway Love', on Fiction Records and has started to receive airplay on radio stations across the UK, entering the A-List on BBC Radio 2. On the official release date, 18th April 2011, an acoustic EP was recorded live at Toerag Studios where The White Stripes have previously recorded.
Alice's debut album 'Seven Rainbows' released on July 4th 2011 and was produced by Dan Carey (Franz Ferdinand, Hot Chip, Lily Allen).
In October 2010 Alice was shortlisted for Q magazine's 'Next Big Thing' award.
She has toured with Eels, Athlete, Band Of Skulls, Noah And The Whale, The Twilight Singers and has upcoming tour support slots confirmed with The Dears and The Bookhouse Boys.
Alice will also be playing festivals in 2011, including Glastonbury, V Festival, T in the Park, Jodrell Bank Live, Kendal Calling and Cornbury Festival.
End Of The World
Alice Gold Lyrics
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You can't console what has been left
Just pitiful, don't worry about me
The time has come, I used to be afraid
But now I'm fine, just cynical
Police are all standing at the scene of the crime
Get back now everybody, stand behind
It's the end of the world, the end of the world
And I know it's still gonna hurt in the morning
It's the end of the world, the end of the world
Don't try, you can't dry my tears, I'm mourning
It's the end of the world, the end of the world
I believe every time, I keep bloody falling
I could see the land ahead
But now I know it was all in my head, oh
Don't worry about me
It's all only love
I knew I'd never be good enough
I always knew
Don't worry about it, I enjoyed the ride
I'll see you someday on the other side
'Cause I'll get through
If I can get to the bottom of this bottle of wine
Drink up that pain and push it down
It's the end of the world, the end of the world
I know it's still gonna hurt, in the morning
It's the end of the world, the end of the world
Don't try, you can't dry my tears, I'm mourning
It's the end of the world, the end of the world
How come I just keep falling?
It's the end of the world, the end of the world
Calling me back
The lyrics of Alice Gold's "End of the World" suggest that the singer is resigned to the end of something, but also feels liberated by it. The lines "Save your breath / You can't console what has been left / Just pitiful, don't worry about me" imply a sense of detachment from the situation. The singer seems to have come to terms with the end, and is no longer afraid. She has become cynical, which suggests that she has grown jaded and disillusioned with the world.
The verse "Police are all standing at the scene of the crime / Get back now, everybody, stand behind" is metaphorical. The scene of the crime may refer to the end of something, such as a relationship. The police, therefore, may represent the forces or people that caused the end. The singer seems to be implying that it's best to stay out of the way and not interfere.
The chorus repeats the phrase "It's the end of the world" several times. The singer seems to be acknowledging the gravity of the situation, but also asserting her resilience. She knows that the end will hurt, but she's determined to push through the pain. The final verse suggests that she's turning to alcohol to cope with the pain, but that she's still hopeful that she can get through the ordeal.
Line by Line Meaning
Save your breath
There's no use in trying to console me
You can't console what has been left
I've been hurt too much to be comforted
Just pitiful, don't worry about me
I'm in a bad place, but don't bother trying to help
The time has come, I used to be afraid
The end is near, but I'm not scared anymore
But now I'm fine, just cynical
I've grown indifferent to it all
Police are all standing at the scene of the crime
This is the aftermath, and authorities are present
Get back now everybody, stand behind
Stay back and let everything unfold
It's the end of the world, the end of the world
This feels like the ultimate disaster
And I know it's still gonna hurt in the morning
I'll still feel this pain, even after time passes
Don't try, you can't dry my tears, I'm mourning
I'm grieving and cannot be comforted
I believe every time, I keep bloody falling
I always seem to fail and fall apart
I could see the land ahead
I thought there was hope
But now I know it was all in my head, oh
But it turns out that hope was just an illusion
It's all only love
All of this pain comes from love
I knew I'd never be good enough
I had always expected to fail
Don't worry about it, I enjoyed the ride
Despite everything, I still had some good experiences
I'll see you someday on the other side
I hope to reunite with loved ones in the afterlife
'Cause I'll get through
I'll find a way to move past this
If I can get to the bottom of this bottle of wine
I'll try to drown out the pain with alcohol
Drink up that pain and push it down
I'll try to ignore my feelings
How come I just keep falling?
Why do I always seem to fail?
Calling me back
The pain is persistent and won't go away
Contributed by Zoe Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@RobsterDude
she is so damn underrated! i'm happy that I found her music
@mortalification
fantastic song seven rainbows is the album of the year for me
@abctheflash
it's so underrated
@podlasca
Thank God that we have youtube! I would probably never heard about this beautifull singer and her heavenly voice without this channel... So in love with Alice!
@lalatononi
Very good song.
@apotofluck
She is stunning and her voice is incredible!
@BedsideAdvice
WOW, I LOVE HER AND THIS SONG
@iluvpjaske
I lover her voice <3
@AthensBerlin
she is amazing!!!!!
@thisbambibites
Great song.