1) a Br… Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists by the name of David Gray, including:
1) a British singer-songwriter
2) an Italian disco musician
3) an American singer-songwriter
4) drummer for the British blackened death metal band Akercocke
5) a musician from South Africa
6) a British classical hornist
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1) David Gray is a British singer-songwriter born on June 13, 1968 in Sale, United Kingdom. He released his first studio album in 1993 and received worldwide attention after the release of White Ladder six years later in 1999.
Gray moved to Wales at age 9 and later returned to the north-west of England to attend the University of Liverpool. His musical career got early support from a dedicated Irish fan base. After a few marginally-successful releases through the 1990s, Gray's breakthrough came with the worldwide release in 1999 of his fourth album, White Ladder; this was a critical and commercial success and included his best-known songs, "This Years Love" and "Babylon". In the United States, the album received a boost from jam-band leader Dave Matthews, who made it the first release by the record company he co-founded, ATO Records.
On August 11, 2001 White Ladder at last reached the top of the UK charts, having been selling steadily since its reissue the previous May, thereby setting a new record for the longest uninterrupted climb to No. 1. The follow-up, A New Day At Midnight, also hit No. 1, and Gray's seventh album, Life in Slow Motion was released on September 12, 2005.
Gray's early music was in a contemporary folk-rock, singer-songwriter mode; his primary instrument was acoustic guitar, with occasional piano. 1996's Sell Sell Sell featured some rock arrangements and electric instrumentation. Starting with the release of White Ladder in 1999, Gray began to make significant use of computer-generated music to accompany his voice and acoustic instrumentation, a technique which differentiates him from many of his peers. Despite the move to more complex music, Gray has used small-scale, often home-based, recording methods and equipment and espoused a "do it yourself" approach to music production. However, Life in Slow Motion is a collaboration with noted producer Marius De Vries.
David Gray's brothers-in-law are Paul and Phillip Hartnoll, formerly of the Techno/Rave band Orbital. Because of this relationship, Gray performed guest vocals on the Orbital single Illuminate, while Paul Hartnoll produced a breakbeat remix of Gray's song "Please Forgive Me".
His successful single "January Rain" was included in the original soundtrack of the movie Serendipity, starring John Cusack and Kate Beckinsale.
Pictures and additional information can be found on his website, www.DavidGray.com.
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2) David Gray was an Italian disco musician who had a hit with "Dead in the Water"
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3) David Gray is an American singer-songwriter
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4) David Gray is drummer for the British blackened death metal band Akercocke
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5) David Gray is a musician from South Africa
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6) British classical hornist, originally from London, England, UK, residing in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
Studied at the Curtis Institute Of Music. Former Principal Horn with The London Symphony Orchestra (1964-1972). Member of The Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra.
Accumulates
David Gray Lyrics
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It cavorts and it gyrates
And it whispers from the wings
Knowingly insinuates
Shines a certain light on things
Emphasising your least likeable traits
And baby it accumulates
Baby it accumulates
In the depots, in the silos
On the palettes, in the crates
Down the isles, wreathed in smiles
In great mountains on our plates
Like the love of God it enters you
In all kinds of amorphous states
And baby it accumulates
Baby it accumulates
Mindless need is loosed among us
In our homes and down our streets
Singing like some mythic creature
Of great Edens through the gates
And you can have better suction
Even wanton destruction
And all of this at very competitive rates
But baby it accumulates
Baby it accumulates
Baby it accumulates
Looking down from the high rise
Staring back with your own eyes
Playing games with numbers
Messing round with the dates
Altering its positions
Muttering sweet propositions
Doing its damnedest to get you
Between the sheets
And you might start out
Kicking and screaming
Pretty soon youβre gonna wind up
Sucking on the teats
Cos baby it accumulates
Yeah baby it accumulates
Baby it accumulates
The lyrics of David Gray's song "Accumulates" depict the idea of something gradually growing or increasing over time. The song uses vivid imagery to describe this accumulation and how it affects different aspects of life.
The first verse suggests that this accumulation has a certain captivating and enticing quality ("grips and grins," "cavorts and gyrates"). It subtly influences and reminds us of our less favorable qualities, shining a light on them. It suggests that this accumulation is both subtle and pervasive, slowly building up without us necessarily noticing it.
The second verse emphasizes the widespread nature of this accumulation, comparing it to the love of God. It suggests that it can take various forms and states, like in depots, silos, on palettes, and in crates. This imagery paints a picture of a vast quantity building up, almost overwhelming in its presence.
The third verse takes a darker turn, describing the mindless need that is unleashed in our homes and on our streets. It likens this accumulation to some mythical creature singing of enticing experiences and promising utopian visions. It suggests that such accumulation can be bought or acquired, even at competitive rates, but warns of the consequences that come along with it.
The final verse speaks to the personal impact of this accumulation. It suggests that it has the power to change one's perspective, looking down from a high rise and altering one's perception of reality. It hints at manipulation and seduction, enticing one with sweet propositions and ultimately leading to submission. It suggests that resisting this accumulation becomes increasingly difficult, as it gradually becomes a part of one's life and desires.
Overall, the lyrics of "Accumulates" explore the idea of something slowly growing and accumulating in various aspects of life. It portrays this accumulation as both enticing and potentially destructive, warning of its alluring power and the difficulty of escaping its grasp.
Line by Line Meaning
Well it grips and it grins
It tightly holds onto and smiles
It cavorts and it gyrates
It dances and moves in a playful manner
And it whispers from the wings
And it quietly speaks from the sidelines
Knowingly insinuates
Making suggestive hints with awareness
Shines a certain light on things
Highlights specific aspects
Emphasising your least likeable traits
Accentuating your least desirable qualities
And baby it accumulates
And my dear, it gathers and increases
In the depots, in the silos
In storage places, in containers
On the palettes, in the crates
On platforms, in boxes
Down the isles, wreathed in smiles
Along the aisles, adorned with smiles
In great mountains on our plates
In large quantities on our plates
Like the love of God it enters you
Similar to the divine love, it enters into you
In all kinds of amorphous states
In various indefinite forms
Mindless need is loosed among us
Senseless desire is released among us
In our homes and down our streets
In our houses and throughout our neighborhood
Singing like some mythic creature
Singing like a legendary being
Of great Edens through the gates
Of heavenly paradises beyond the entrance
And you can have better suction
And you can obtain stronger attraction
Even wanton destruction
Including reckless devastation
And all of this at very competitive rates
And all of this available at highly competitive prices
But baby it accumulates
But my dear, it gathers and increases
Looking down from the high rise
Observing from the tall building
Staring back with your own eyes
Gazing back with your own vision
Playing games with numbers
Engaging in manipulative calculations
Messing round with the dates
Messing around with the timelines
Altering its positions
Changing its positions
Muttering sweet propositions
Whispering pleasant offers
Doing its damnedest to get you
Trying its hardest to entice you
Between the sheets
Into an intimate encounter
And you might start out
And you may begin
Kicking and screaming
Protesting and resisting
Pretty soon youβre gonna wind up
Before long, you will end up
Sucking on the teats
Fulfilling a dependent role
Cos baby it accumulates
Because my dear, it gathers and increases
Lyrics Β© Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: David Gray
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Kirsten Logan
Well, it grips and it grins
It cavorts and it gyrates
And it whispers from the wings
Knowingly insinuates
Shines a certain light on things
Emphasising your least likeable traits
Baby, it accumulates
Baby, it accumulates
In the depots, in the silos
On the pallets, in the crates
Down the aisles, wreathed in smiles
In great mountains, on our plates
Like the love of God, it enters you
In all kinds of amorphous states
Baby, it accumulates
Baby, it accumulates
Mindless need is loosed among us
In our homes and down our streets
Singing like some mythic creature
Of great Edens, through the gates
And you can have better suction
Even wanton destruction
And all of this at very competitive rates
Baby, it accumulates
Baby, it accumulates
Baby, it accumulates
Looking down from the highrise
Staring back with your own eyes
Playing games with the numbers
Messing 'round with the dates
Altering its positions
Muttering sweet propositions
Doing its damnedest to get you
Between the sheets
And you might start out
Kicking and screaming
Pretty soon youβre gonna wind up
Sucking on the teats
'Cause, baby, it accumulates
Baby, it accumulates
Baby, it accumulates
Brilliant !
Playing games with the numbers, Babyyyyy it accumulates π€
Jon Soulfire
Music normally links with a time in my life when I find it, but this one really cut to the bone.
His chord progression
Them strings
His vocal delivery
Lyrically outstanding
Needs novella awards.
I know its one of his older songs but it's now a 10/10
Casetracker Lcac
Love, love, love this song. I know this will seem weird, but a couple of years ago I was undergoing cancer treatment and was so very sick and in a great deal of pain. I couldn't even function at all, and the ONLY thing that seemed to give me any relief was listening to David Gray's music. I was going to go his concert last summer in Kansas City with two of my sisters, but sadly, it was cancelled due to COVID. If the tour resumes and includes KC, I plan on attending! Many thanks to Mr. Gray, I think his artistry was instrumental (pun intended, lol) in helping me withstand the misery I had to go through.
Carl Churchill
He's my go to everytime times are hard. Currently my wife is grieving the loss off her dad, he passed away 3 weeks ago. For me, DG is helping. π
Charlene Coombes
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nr4dd
In a world of autotune and computer generated music there is always David.
Totally dig this song. I'll be listening to this one for a long time to come.
TheEedjit
There aren't many singer/songwriters who can say they've had a 20+ year career which has aged like a fine wine.
David Gray = the ChΓ’teau Margaux of the music industry.
Neal Wailing
Welsh Spring water...
TheEedjit
@Merciful Zeus! Yeah he was at it like 8yrs before, if I remember correctly. Certainly something around that number.
naffasbrother
@Merciful Zeus! Sell Sell Sell - I listened ears wide open. I bought all cd's ;-) And I used to like his welsh tongue strikes...
Merciful Zeus!
More like 30 years, actually. He didn't start with White Ladder, like most people seem to think.
Flashback CubsFan
Couldn't agree more. What an incredible voice.