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.
Now and Always
David Gray Lyrics
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Now and always
You're in my mind baby
Now and always
The road I'm walking
Might fall away
You're in my mind baby
Now and always
A bonfire smoking
Into a low sky
The sparks they fly up
Into a low sky
Would that these demons
Would let me rest
They're with me lord
Till the day that I die
Feast my eyes on sacred lies
I'll wind that blows
From all directions
I'll wind that blows in
From all directions
Hey easy boy giving it all away
And nothing left
For your own protection
You're in my mind baby
Now and always
You're in my mind baby
Now and always
The ground I'm walking
Might fall away
You're in my mind baby
Now and always
Feast my eyes on sacred lies
The swans are ghosts
On the jet black water
The swans like ghosts
On the jet black water
Hey little baby
I'll hold you close
We'll glide like ghosts
On the starry water
The dogs are running wild
The dogs are running wild
The dogs are running wild
The dogs are running
Dogs are running wild
In "Now and Always" by David Gray, the repetition of "You're in my mind baby, now and always" throughout the song signifies an obsession or fixation on someone. This motif of being constantly in someone's thoughts, whether they are present or not, is further emphasized by the line "The road I'm walking might fall away". The uncertainty of the road ahead does not deter the singer; instead, the person they are fixated on is what gives them stability and direction in life.
The second verse introduces a new theme with "Would that these demons would let me rest". David Gray reveals that he is struggling with inner demons that refuse to leave him alone. These demons may symbolize his own personal struggles, his fears and anxieties, or even external temptations that he cannot escape. With every mention of these demons, the chorus takes on more significance; the person he is fixated on may be the only source of tranquil peace in an otherwise tumultuous life.
The final verse depicts a serene and peaceful image of "gliding like ghosts on the starry water". Amidst chaos and uncertainty, the singer finds solace in the idea of floating through life with his beloved; even when the "dogs are running wild", his fixation on this one person continues to anchor him. The phrase "Feast my eyes on sacred lies" throughout the song can be interpreted as trying to find the beauty in the difficult truths in life or searching for a glimmer of hope in the struggles one may face.
Line by Line Meaning
You're in my mind baby
I can't stop thinking about you
Now and always
You'll always be on my mind
The road I'm walking
My journey through life
Might fall away
Could disappear at any moment
A bonfire smoking
A smoky fire burning in the night
Into a low sky
Smoke rising into a dark sky
The sparks they fly up
Embers flying into the air
Would that these demons
If only my troubles
Would let me rest
Would leave me alone
They're with me lord
My problems are ever-present
Till the day that I die
Until I pass away
Feast my eyes on sacred lies
I'm being deceived by something alluring
I'll wind that blows
The unpredictable forces of life
From all directions
Coming at me from every side
Hey easy boy giving it all away
Hey, be careful not to give everything up
And nothing left
When you've given everything, there's nothing left
For your own protection
Don't let yourself be completely vulnerable
The ground I'm walking
The path I'm taking in life
Might fall away
Could disappear at any moment
The swans are ghosts
The swans are barely visible
On the jet black water
Against the dark surface of the water
Hey little baby
Hey, my child
I'll hold you close
I'll protect you
We'll glide like ghosts
We'll move gently and silently
On the starry water
On the shimmering surface of the water
The dogs are running wild
Things are chaotic and unpredictable
The dogs are running wild
Things are out of control
The dogs are running wild
Everything is unpredictable
The dogs are running
Things are moving quickly
Dogs are running wild
There's a sense of chaos and disorder
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: DAVID GRAY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@coughindog4577
David Gray Is so underated as an artist.
This guy Is a musical magician, whose lyrics always hit home the hearts of many of us, & this song Is another true masterpiece of this mans finest collection.
This song I would like to dedicate to my new found love in Sept, 2023 - to Caitlin, across the pond.
Never thought I was going to find love again, especially whilst 'still' an agoraphobic sufferer of 26 yrs.
Then after a quiet prayer to the big man above, last month ... My prayers were finally answered whilst viewing some fine art work on facebook/Instagram, & the artist & I connected immediately, like a miracle, but a blessing from God. ❤😮😍👌🎉 Thank you for making me the happiest man alive, Caitlin, xxxx
& to David Gray for this heart melting musical art.
❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉
@kelvinjames6603
For my dear Grandma who quietly passed away at 93. No tears, just full of pride for her life and her legacy. RIP K
@lizmcenroy4367
💚
@gpalomino3697
David, I love your old soul. Your music captivates my heart and for a moment takes me back to a love I once knew. Your a musical genius. Thank you!
@beckyquinlan3101
I couldn't agree more............very well said. Love it, it totally draws me into his space.
@sharongarrett4356
I love this entire record so much, but if I had to pick just one.... This dude is a master of imagery & word choice ~
@theoryfish3491
A consistent genius. This album, I personally feel, was a massive high point. You have enriched my life. What more can I say?
@StrongBadSE
One of the most underrated songs on the album. I love it!
@JohnDoe-ti9hw
Great song.. I love David Gray
@billymacdonald3898
Beautiful music, beautiful lyrics 🌟
@rubenkeb5019
Goosebumps! now and always :)