Former members include Sorbara's ex-husband Dan Kurtz who moved from Brazil when he was 4, Joel Stouffer and Will Stapleton (who replaced original guitarist Simon Craig following the band's move to London). They originally formed in Toronto, Canada in 2005.
Originally called "The Fuzz", the band's first gigs were touring the USA as support act for Duran Duran. Since then the band have gone on to support other major UK acts including New Order, Basement Jaxx and the Sugababes. They have recently completed a series of headline gigs in small venues in the UK and Canada, and performed at the Glastonbury Festival 2007. Prior to signing their record contract, the Dragonette (EP) was independently released as promo only and the songs have gained the attention of many critics such as the popular music blog Popjustice where they were named the #1 pop act to look out for in 2007. The band share management with the Scissor Sisters.
On Thursday, February 08 2007, the video for the track "Jesus Doesn't Love Me", which was filmed in December 2006, leaked onto the internet, through the website MySpace and also Popjustice. The video has since been removed from MySpace, as it was not intended to be viewed at this point in time. A 'taster' of this video is currently available to watch on the band's official YouTube page.
In early February 2007 the band flew to Toronto to shoot a music video for their first single I Get Around. The single was initially set for release on 16th April. The date was later pushed back to 30th April. Despite heavy promotion from the band, it entered the UK singles chart at a disappointing #92. Many have attributed this to confusion as to when the single was actually released (at one point there were three conflicting 'release dates'), others claim it simply was not stocked in record shops anywhere outside of London. Also, the fact that I Get Around was at one time available to download for free from the band's website (back in 2005), and was previously released as part of the compilation album "Robopop" (back in 2006)], certainly did nothing to help its performance as a hit single in 2007.
In May 2007, the video for "Take It Like A Man" was leaked onto YouTube before the band had a chance to release it themselves. The second single was released on the 23 of July 2007. Their second single was another commercial disappointment, debuting at #122 on the UK Charts. Around this time a new track was sent out to DJs around the United Kingdom, a cover of Calvin Harris's single The Girls. Dragonette's version however, replaced the lyrics with "The Boys" - a re-working they had previously performed at London's Gay Pride 2007. On the promo CDs was written "Dragonette have something to say to Calvin Harris!" The song was leaked onto the internet. Later, a fan-video from YouTube appeared on Perez Hilton's famous blog. The song was also featured during a Nikki Hilton fashion show.
Galore was made available to download through the UK iTunes store on August 20, 2007. It was physically released on September 24 in Europe and Japan, and on the following day in Canada. The album reached #80 in the Canadian charts but failed to chart in the UK.
Body 2 Body
Dragonette Lyrics
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This love has got us fooled again
Thinking that this time we'll make it better
And we're losing our senses under pressure
Like it isn't gonna hurt us again
Well maybe the best things don't last forever
Now you've got me started
Thinking 'bout your body
And what you do with your hands
We're body to body
We're back where we started
We're body to body
We're back where we started
We're finding ourselves pulling back together
This love has got us playing pretend
Saying that this time it's gonna be better
And we come to our senses waking up after
Saying we're never gonna do it again
And baby the best things don't last forever
Now you've got me started
And I'm on you again
I'm thinking 'bout your body
And what you do with your hands
And if we're gonna fight it
Then can we have one last round
And if it's not forever
Well then it's just for right now
We're body to body
We're back where we started
We're body to body
We're back where we started
We're body to body
We're back where we started
We're trying to get to the end of it
But ending up at the start
And every time we begin again
We remember why we are where we are
But we're gonna fight it
So let's have one last round
And if it's not forever
And if it's not forever
We're body to body
We're back where we started
We're body to body
We're back where we started
We're body to body
We're back where we started
The lyrics of Dragonette's "Body 2 Body" explore the cycle of a tumultuous relationship. The singer acknowledges that despite their prior failures, they are still drawn to their partner's body and the physical connection they share. The theme of the lyrics suggests that the relationship is inherently flawed but the attraction is so strong that they find themselves coming back to one another, unable to resist the lure of the passion they share. The lyrics talk about the fact that they have been in this situation before, playing pretend and hoping that things will be different this time. They know that they are going to end up where they started, but they can't help being drawn to one another.
The chorus "We're body to body, we're back where we started" reinforces this theme of a relationship stuck in a cycle, unable to break free or move forward. They are trying to find their way to the end of it, but they always end up back at the start with the same problems. The lyrics tell of a relationship that has been through a lot and for better or worse, they just can't let go of the passion and excitement they share. The final lines of the song "We're back where we started" expresses their almost inevitable return to each other, and the song ends on a somewhat ambiguous note, leaving it unclear whether they see a future together or they will keep repeating the same cycle.
Line by Line Meaning
Find ourselves pulling back together
We are realizing our love for each other and reuniting
This love has got us fooled again
Our love has deceived us in the past, but we still believe in it
Thinking that this time we'll make it better
We are hopeful that our relationship will work out this time around
And we're losing our senses under pressure
We are overwhelmed by the stress our relationship puts on us
Like it isn't gonna hurt us again
We are disregarding the past pain and are being naive about the future
Well maybe the best things don't last forever
We understand that even if our love doesn't last, it is worth experiencing
Now you've got me started
You have reignited my feelings for you
And I'm on you again
I am attracted to you once more
Thinking 'bout your body
I am fantasizing about being intimate with you
And what you do with your hands
I am imagining your touch and how it feels
We're body to body
We are physically close to each other
We're back where we started
Our relationship has come full circle
We're finding ourselves pulling back together
We keep gravitating towards each other despite past conflicts
This love has got us playing pretend
We are pretending our love is stronger than it actually is
Saying that this time it's gonna be better
We are convincing ourselves that our relationship will improve
And we come to our senses waking up after
We realize our mistakes and regret them after the fact
Saying we're never gonna do it again
We make promises to avoid repeating past mistakes
And baby the best things don't last forever
We acknowledge that our love may not be forever, but it's worth cherishing
And if we're gonna fight it
If we are going to resist our attraction to each other
Then can we have one last round
Can we give in one more time before it's over
And if it's not forever
If our love is not meant to be for a lifetime
Well then it's just for right now
Let us enjoy the present moment and the love we have now
We're trying to get to the end of it
We are attempting to move past our problems and conflicts
But ending up at the start
Our efforts keep bringing us back to where we began
And every time we begin again
We keep starting over and trying to make it work
We remember why we are where we are
We recall the love that brought us together initially
But we're gonna fight it
We are going to try to resist our feelings for each other
So let's have one last round
Let's have one more moment of intimacy
We're body to body
We are physically close to each other
We're back where we started
Our relationship has come full circle
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DAN KURTZ, MARTINA SORBARA, PIERRE-LUC RIOUX, YONATAN AYAL
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Matt Boss
Outstanding production. Both musically, mixing, and performance. This song explodes sonically when that chorus comes in. Surreal. Huge fan. And the art combined with the visual creativity of Sammy Rawal is the perfect marriage for this song. I hope to see you perform this live. Please come to Austin, Texas this year!!!
Nathan Collins
I absolutely love this song AND the album!! I’m only sorry I’m just now discovering it. This may be the best work by Dragonette thus far and reading how The songs were “inspired” by the divorce added a whole depth to the playlist. Excellent excellent album. I’m terribly sorry for the divorce but it led to this masterpiece. ❤️❤️❤️
Davey Morgan
This makes me feel so good.
If you love dance or Vocal Trance......
You will love it
Lipsticks Lunges
I love this so much! When the chorus kicks in and you start changing, it's so perfect. This song really resonates with me right now. Also, so glad you wore the mirrored jacket in this!! Love!! 💕
Luke Heywood
Been listening to this song right back in 2016, still loving it now.
The video is just beyond amazing ♥
Carlos Calvo
OH MY GOOOOD I LOVE IT SO MUCH GUYS. YOU'VE DONE AN AMAZING JOB. Keep it up, love you so much ❤❤❤
José Junior
AMAZING!!!!!! I LOVE IT SO MUCH! This song it's so lovely. 💕
Juan Manuel
Dragonette never fails to amaze me! The video and song are epic! Love from Argentina :)
louiselliot
Always delivering great songs and music videos <3 Summer is official <3
ASH & EMBER
This is outstanding!