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.
Gold Rush
Dragonette Lyrics
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I know you need me
Say isn't it great
I'm always here
I, as in I
As in the one in front of you
I, I never lie
I'll make sure that you're alright
Goldrush
Everyone wants some of that stuff
It's the cure but you can't get enough
Go on have another
I think you'll discover
You may never recover
Who can you trust
I'm always watching
I'm the one you love
The one you can't get rid of
We, like you and me
It's you and me
Please, you'll never leave
What would you do without me
Goldrush
Everyone wants some of that stuff
It's the cure but you can't get enough
Go on have another
Goldrush
Everyone wants some of that stuff
It's the cure but you can't get enough
Go on have another
I think you'll discover
You may never recover
You can hear me on the radio
I'm sitting in the back seat of your car
I'm inside your engine
I'm keeping it running
Are we getting physical
Don't touch me I'm invisible
My hand's in your pocket
My numbers in your wallet
And I'll make sure you call it
To get that old rush
I know you want it
I know you do
I know that you've been calling
Now I'm coming to get you
You know who
Will catch you when you're falling
I can pick you up
Goldrush
I can pick you up
Oh the rush
I can pick you up
Pick you up into the
Goldrush
Everyone wants some of that stuff
It's the cure but you can't get enough
Go on have another
I think you'll discover
You may never recover
You may never recover
You may never recover
You may never recover
I don't mind the rain or shine
I always have a better time
I'm tip-top shape when I'm with you
I'm tip-top, tip-top
Time flies tick-tock
I'm tip-top shape when I'm with you
The lyrics to Dragonette's song Gold Rush appear to be a commentary on addiction and dependency. The singer speaks directly to the person who needs them, assuring them that they will always be there, watching and taking care of them. The repeated refrain of "gold rush" may be a metaphor for the search for something to fill a void, to satisfy a craving that can never be fully quenched. The lines "Everyone wants some of that stuff / It's the cure but you can't get enough" suggest that the thing that people seek out, whether it be pleasure, success, or love, is a temporary fix that ultimately leaves them wanting more.
The singer's voice seems to be everywhere, from the car radio to the engine of the car itself. They claim to be "invisible" but also have their hand in the person's pocket and their number in their wallet. This could be interpreted as a metaphor for the insidious nature of addiction or perhaps the pervasiveness of certain habits or tendencies in a person's life.
Overall, the song portrays a sense of unease and discomfort, as if the person singing is trapped in a cycle of addiction or codependency that they cannot break free from. The upbeat rhythm and catchy melody serve to highlight the contrast between the dark lyrics and the seeming lightheartedness of the music.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey I know you game
I'm aware of what you're up to
I know you need me
You're dependent on me
Say isn't it great
Don't you agree
I'm always here
I'm never far away
I, as in I
Myself
As in the one in front of you
The person you're talking to
I, I never lie
I'm always honest
I'll make sure that you're alright
I'll take care of you
Goldrush
The obsession with wealth and power
Everyone wants some of that stuff
People desire wealth and power
It's the cure but you can't get enough
It's a temporary fix that always leaves you wanting more
Go on have another
Indulge in it
I think you'll discover
You'll find out
You may never recover
You might not be able to get rid of your obsession
Who can you trust
Who is reliable
I'm always watching
I'm observing you
I'm the one you love
I'm the one you're devoted to
The one you can't get rid of
You can't let go of me
We, like you and me
Us
It's you and me
We're together
Please, you'll never leave
Stay by my side
What would you do without me
You need me to function
You can hear me on the radio
I have a public presence
I'm sitting in the back seat of your car
I'm always with you
I'm inside your engine
I'm controlling you
I'm keeping it running
I'm making sure you keep going
Are we getting physical
Is there a real connection
Don't touch me I'm invisible
I'm hard to grasp
My hand's in your pocket
I'm taking from you
My numbers in your wallet
You're indebted to me
And I'll make sure you call it
I'll make sure you pay your dues
To get that old rush
To satisfy your thirst for wealth and power
I know you want it
You can't resist it
I know that you've been calling
You're seeking my attention
Now I'm coming to get you
I'm going to seize the opportunity
You know who
You know it's me
Will catch you when you're falling
I'll be there to help you
I can pick you up
I'm here to rescue you
Oh the rush
The temporary high
Pick you up into the
Lift you up
I don't mind the rain or shine
I'll always be there for you
I always have a better time
I enjoy myself more with you
I'm tip-top shape when I'm with you
I feel great when I'm with you
Time flies tick-tock
Time passes quickly
I'm tip-top, tip-top
I'm doing great
Goldrush
The obsession with wealth and power
Everyone wants some of that stuff
People desire wealth and power
It's the cure but you can't get enough
It's a temporary fix that always leaves you wanting more
Go on have another
Indulge in it
I think you'll discover
You'll find out
You may never recover
You might not be able to get rid of your obsession
You may never recover
You might not be able to get rid of your obsession
You may never recover
You might not be able to get rid of your obsession
Contributed by Carson D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.