1 - a Lond… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least 7 artists going by the name "Breathe".
1 - a London-based group from the '80s.
2 - a New Zealand-based group from the late '90s.
3 - a Germany-based underground band, formed from members of old-school dark-electro band Placebo Effect and now reborn as The Laughing Dolls.
4 - a Dallas, Texas & Edmond, Oklahoma based electronic music group formed in the late '90s still producing and performing to this day.
1/ According to Songfacts, Breathe hailed from Hampshire, England, where the original five members all grew up and even went to school together at Yateley School. Their first group was larger, six-person band called Catch-22, after the famed novel by Joseph Heller. Theyrimmed down to a quartet to record the album All That Jazz in 1987. This contained their two best-known hits, "How Can I Fall?" and "Hands to Heaven". The latter charted on the Billboard Hot 100 at #2 in 1988, and at #4 in the UK. Bassist Micheal Delahunty left the group in 1989 and the remaining three followed "All that Jazz" with the lesser known "Peace of Mind" in early 1990.
Their sound was a combination of light jazz with some pop and soul, somewhat reminiscent of Air Supply or Rick Astley. However, the success was shortlived, and by 1990 they had disbanded.
4 - breathe -- Ridgeback Recordings Dallas, TX U.S.A.
breathe is Doug DuVall and Noel "NTRAIN" Keith. They are a forward thinking eletronic music production/DJ team who shares the common interest in producing, playing, and listening to quality music that must have a groove, soul, and depth. They won't pigeon hole themselves in one genre or style of music and have produced some of the following styles but not limited to: house, deep house, funky house, progressive house, breaks, hip-hop, abstract, experimental, and downtempo. Their ability to blend multiple styles of music into one track gives them a definite production edge on the listener. Give them a listen and let them know what you think---good or bad as their music is not for all listeners but production work is always solid. Peace ~ Soul ~ Spirit---breathe
5 - According to Generasia, BREATHE is a Japanese pop-R&B duo managed by LDH agency and signed to rhythm zone label. Both members become finalist of the EXILE Presents Vocal Battle Audition 2 ~Yume wo Motta Wakamonotachi e~ in 2010. After that, producer Matsuo Kiyoshi formed the group.
Members: Miyata Satoshi (宮田慧) and Tada Kazuya (多田和也)
Discography
Cover Albums:
[2013.03.13] Lovers' Voices ~Matsuo Kiyoshi Sakuhin COVER BEST~ (松尾潔作品)
Singles:
[2011.12.21] Aikagi / White Lies (合鍵 / White Lies)
[2013.06.12] So High
[2013.11.13] Queen B / It's OK!! ~Kimi ga Iru Kara~ / Twinkle (～キミがいるから～)
[2014.05.14] Tomorrows
[2014.07.30] Share Happiness
Digital Singles:
[2013.10.02] It's OK!! ~Kimi ga Iru Kara~ (～キミがいるから～)
[2013.10.02] Queen B
Other Singles :
[2014.10.01] Reason For Breathing
6 - breathe. are an Australian minimal soul duo that blends soul and electronic music. They consist of Sean Walker (a founding member of the band Movement) and Andrew Grant. They are currently based in Sydney, Australia and Toronto, Canada. Breathe was formed in Sydney in 2018. The band was founded by Sean Walker, who had founded the Australian "minimal soul" band Movement,[5] and Andrew Grant
7 - Breathe is the alias of São José dos Campos born Brazilian uplifting trance producer Raul Lemos.
For Love Or Money
Breathe Lyrics
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Out of my closet when
I've got a million closets to look in?
To look in
Passing the airbrush stage
Will win the glory
It's killing me for longer
A mocking birds paradise
Is making fun of others
Then price my inheritance plenty
We're watching Sister Act 2
I'll make this easy for you (For you)
And simplify this (To fight this)
This cannot be solved (Solved)
And Translate to nothing (Nothing)
Until you slip away
You take this all away
And still I can't complain
Passing the airbrush stage
Will win the glory
It's killing me for longer
For the meantime
It took a lifetime to discover a safe place to hide and now that I've been found out
I guess my options are limited to running or running or running
I'm so exhausted of being the sick one who gets burnt by the sun
Constantly run down in the dumps incapable of any fun
You worked your way into my friends trust and how about us
Jump!
I cannot handle with this constant provoking
So let's hear me out
I cannot handle with your constant choking
So let's breathe, for a second
You're everything I've always never required
Not the other way around
I'm sorry, you've fucked it
My omnipotence will reign upon you
The lyrics of Breathe's song "For Love or Money" delve into themes of self-discovery, personal struggles, and toxic relationships. The singer contemplates the idea of confronting the skeletons in their closet but realizes that they have countless closets to explore, suggesting a multitude of personal issues and secrets to confront. The chorus emphasizes the difficulty of finding a resolution, stating that the problem cannot be solved and will ultimately lead to nothing.
The song touches on the concept of societal expectations and the pressure to conform to a certain image. The lyrics mention the airbrush stage, symbolizing the desire for perfection and the pursuit of glory. However, this pursuit is described as killing the singer, perhaps hinting at the toll it takes on their mental and emotional wellbeing.
The mockingbird's paradise represents a world where one makes fun of others, highlighting the cruel nature of human interaction. The mention of Sister Act 2 alludes to the act of watching and observing, as well as the influence of popular culture on people's lives.
The second verse reflects a feeling of exhaustion and frustration. The singer feels trapped, as their options seem limited to running away repeatedly due to constant disappointment and being taken advantage of. The mention of being the "sick one who gets burnt by the sun" implies a sense of vulnerability and constantly being let down. The relationship mentioned in the lyrics is toxic, with the other person earning the singer's friends' trust while causing harm to the singer themselves.
The energetic and powerful jump in the bridge represents a moment of release and defiance. The singer's frustration reaches a breaking point, leading them to declare that they cannot handle constant provoking and choking anymore. They invite the other person to listen and breathe for a second, emphasizing the need for a pause and reflection.
In the final line, the singer asserts their own power and autonomy, suggesting that their strength or omnipotence will prevail over the other person. This statement is a declaration of reclaiming their own power and standing up against the toxic relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
How can I take the skeletons
In my life, I have many hidden secrets and past mistakes
Out of my closet when
I have so many different aspects of my life to explore and reflect on
I've got a million closets to look in?
There are countless areas of my life where I can uncover hidden truths
To look in
To examine and confront these hidden parts of myself
Passing the airbrush stage
Moving beyond superficial appearances and illusions
Will win the glory
Success and recognition will come when I am genuine and authentic
It's killing me for longer
The pressure to maintain a false image is taking a toll on me
For the meantime
In the meantime, while I pretend, I suffer
A mocking birds paradise
A situation where people make fun of and belittle others
Is making fun of others
This situation involves ridiculing and mocking other individuals
Then price my inheritance plenty
In this situation, my worth and value are determined by material possessions I've inherited
We're watching Sister Act 2
As we observe this situation, we're reminded of a movie titled Sister Act 2
I'll make this easy for you (For you)
I'll simplify and clarify the situation for your understanding
And simplify this (To fight this)
To overcome this, we need to simplify and address it directly
This cannot be solved (Solved)
Unfortunately, this issue cannot be resolved easily
And Translate to nothing (Nothing)
All our efforts will ultimately result in no meaningful outcome
Until you slip away
Only when you distance yourself from this situation will there be a change
You take this all away
You remove all the negative aspects from my life
And still I can't complain
Even without those negative elements, I still find it hard to be satisfied
It took a lifetime to discover a safe place to hide and now that I've been found out
It has taken me a long time to find a comfortable place to conceal my true self, but now that I've been exposed
I guess my options are limited to running or running or running
I feel trapped and constrained, with my only choices being to keep fleeing or keep fleeing or keep fleeing
I'm so exhausted of being the sick one who get burnt by the sun
I'm tired of always being the vulnerable one who never seems to have any luck
Constantly run down in the dumps incapable of any fun
I am always feeling down and unable to enjoy any pleasures in life
You worked your way into my friends trust and how about us
You managed to gain the trust of my friends, but what about our relationship?
Jump!
Take a leap, make a bold move
I cannot handle with this constant provoking
I can no longer cope with the continuous attempts to provoke and aggravate me
So let's hear me out
Let's give me a chance to express myself and share my perspective
I cannot handle with your constant choking
I am unable to tolerate the constant suffocation and control you impose on me
So let's breathe, for a second
Let's take a moment to relax and regain our composure
You're everything I've always never required
You are everything I never truly needed or desired
Not the other way around
It is not the case that I am dependent on you or need you
I'm sorry, you've fucked it
I apologize, but you have ruined everything
My omnipotence will reign upon you
I have a sense of overwhelming power and control that will dominate and influence your life
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Joel Bradbury
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