Chase & Status have had three number one tracks on the UK Dance Chart in 2007 with the double A-side "Hurt You"/"Sell Me Your Soul", and in 2008 with "Take Me Away"/"Judgement (Informer)". On 5 October 2008, they reached number 70 on the national singles chart and number one on the UK Dance Chart again with their single "Pieces" featuring vocals by Plan B. In 2009, they made number 45 with "Against All Odds" which featured UK rapper Kano.
Chase & Status' first album, More Than Alot, debuted in the UK album charts at number 49 on 19 October 2008 and entered the UK dance album chart at number 2.
Their album More Than Alot received the Best Album Award at the 2009 Drum and Bass awards, Birmingham, UK.
Following the success of their last album the band wanted to gain a more global success. After meeting with a long time favourite of theirs, Cloud9, they decided to move in a different direction. Together they agreed that the band should do more pop collaborations in order to achieve a more mainstream fanbase. Soon afterwards they quickly began working on the album. On 8 November 2009, the duo entered the UK Top 40 for the first time with the track "End Credits". The track was released on 2 November 2009 and featuring British musician Plan B managed to reach a peak of number 9 on the UK Singles Chart. The single was written for the movie Harry Brown, which also starred Ben Drew, aka. Plan B.
The duo then released "Let You Go" on 15 August 2010, revealing it to be the second official single to be released from their second studio album, named No More Idols according to posters outside their album launch show at the HMV Forum in Kentish Town on October 21. The single featured vocals from Mali and debuted on the UK Singles Chart at number 11; marking the duo's second consecutive Top 40 hit. "Hypest Hype" featuring Tempa T was confirmed in October 2010 to be the third single from the album and was released as a free download from their website on 8 November 2010; meaning it did not qualify to chart. The fourth single from the album is the dubstep-flavoured Blind Faith, which features Nottingham-born soul singer/songwriter Liam Bailey - it was released on 31 January 2011. The new anticipated album also contains a new single 'Heavy' with Dizzee Rascal.
They have also created a remix version of "Invaders Must Die" for The Prodigy. The remix reached 53 in the Australian Aria Singles Chart and 7 in the Aria Dance Chart. They have also produced for Bajan singer Rihanna, on her fourth album Rated R as well as for British singer Alexandra Burke's album Overcome.
Breathing
Chase & Status Lyrics
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But I can try to figure out, yeah
You don't answer my questions
Instead you turn your head around
Suddenly you started crying
You took my hand and held me tight
I know words couldn't describe it
Oh, the way your tears start to refill your story
Makes me stop breathing
Feels like a spear cut through my heart
And made it stop beating
I just can't believe what I'm reading
She left a note and run away
Couldn't be more clear help was needed
But it didn't work to make her stay
I'll always offer you protection
No longer scared or be afraid
I see it's causing heavy bleeding
Your eyes keep speaking
Oh, the way your tears start to refill your story
Makes me stop breathing
Feels like a spear cut through my heart
And made it stop beating
Trust me, I'll drag you out of the dark, I'll pull it out of your heart
Whatever it may be
So listen please, you need a new start, let me be your guard
'Cause each time it hurts me
Oh, the way your tears start to refill your story
Makes me stop breathing
Feels like a spear cut through my heart
And made it stop beating
The lyrics of Chase & Status's song Breathing is an emotional conversation between two people, one of whom seems to be in desperate need of help. We do not know their exact relationship or what led them to this point, but it is clear that there is a deep emotional connection between them. The first stanza sets up the conversation where the person who is trying to understand the other's intentions is not getting any responses from them. Instead of answering, the person starts crying, and the observer holds them tight.
The second stanza starts with an explanation of what triggers the crying, which brings back a past memory or incident. It's a very emotional moment for both people, but the observer is most affected. The third stanza reveals that the other person has run away and left a note, and the observer is hurt by it. The observer promises to be there and provide protection, asking the other person to listen and start fresh.
Overall, the lyrics describe a very emotional and intense moment between two people, where one person is trying to help the other escape their pain and move beyond the hurtful experiences. The lyrics also convey a sense of love, care, empathy, and protection.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't get your intentions
I am uncertain of what you want
But I can try to figure out, yeah
However, I will make an effort to understand
You don't answer my questions
You refuse to respond to my inquiries
Instead you turn your head around
In response, you avert your gaze from me
Suddenly you started crying
Unexpectedly, tears begin to fall from your eyes
You took my hand and held me tight
You grabbed my hand and clung to me firmly
I know words couldn't describe it
I realize that there are no words that can capture this moment
So I looked into your eyes
Thus, I gazed into your eyes
Oh, the way your tears start to refill your story
The manner in which your tears reveal your emotions
Makes me stop breathing
Leaves me breathless and overwhelmed
Feels like a spear cut through my heart
It feels as though a sharp weapon has pierced my heart
And made it stop beating
Causing my heart to momentarily stop pulsating
I just can't believe what I'm reading
I cannot fathom the contents of what I am reading
She left a note and run away
She departed with a written message in hand
Couldn't be more clear help was needed
It was obvious that assistance was necessary
But it didn't work to make her stay
Unfortunately, her departure remained inevitable
I'll always offer you protection
I will forever provide you with protection
No longer scared or be afraid
You will no longer live in fear
I see it's causing heavy bleeding
I perceive that this is causing significant pain
Your eyes keep speaking
Your eyes continually convey your thoughts and feelings
Trust me, I'll drag you out of the dark, I'll pull it out of your heart
Have faith in me; I will lead you out of the darkness and remove your burdened heart
Whatever it may be
Regardless of the situation
So listen please, you need a new start, let me be your guard
Therefore, pay attention, you require a fresh beginning, allow me to protect you
'Cause each time it hurts me
Because each time it pains me
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: TOBY NICHOLAS YOUNG, WILLIAM KENNARD, SAUL GREGORY MILTON, BO SARIS
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Chae' Mc
Not enough people are hearing this... it's been years and this song is STILL unbelievable...
Alex Shawe
How have I only just come across this tune after 14 years of listening to dnb 🥺
What a really nice tune, wow.
rins4ge
Never heard this til now, what a vibey tune!!!! Brilliant example of DnB being able to be powerful but subtle at the same time!
PaulBythewayMusic
Most underrated track on this album.
Oscar Z
the whole album is perfect
TheNew Earth
Timeless album.
Crystal Mcauliff
I love this song
Funky Panda™
I just bought this CD, this is my favorite track off of it. Lovely.
Xavier STG
Fucking smooth. It's like a spear cut through my heart and mad it stop beating.
TrinityForce Bfh
Bo saris vocals are amazing! Check out Maya jane coles remix of Bo saris - she's on fire. On point