1) Dream State are a Welsh post-hardcore band from South Wales. Formed in 2014, the group currently consists of guitarist Aled Evans, bassist Jake Bowen, drummer Tom Connolly and vocalist Jessie Powell.
Former members include vocalist CJ Gilpin, guitarist Rhys Wilcox and drummer Jamie Lee. They signed to Australian record label UNFD in 2017, and have released two EPs, their debut Consequences in 2015 and Recovery in 2018, and a studio album Primrose Path.
They released their first single "Burn Them Down" on 8 January 2015. Later that year, on 20 November, they released their first EP Consequences, which was recorded at The Boneyard Studio in South Wales. In March 2017 the band released their single "White Lies".
That summer they had their first festival appearance at Reading and Leeds Festivals. It was later announced, that Dream State had signed to independent record label UNFD at the festival. 2017 also saw a change in line-up. Sam Harrison-Little left the band to spend more time with his family and was replaced by Rhys Wilcox. On 18 May 2018, the band's second EP Recovery was released through UNFD.
Dream State is featured on the 2018 compilation album Songs That Saved My Life in aid of mental health and suicide prevention charities. For the compilation, the band recorded a cover of Linkin Park's "Crawling". On 6 March 2019, Dream State released the single "Hand in Hand".
The band released their single "Primrose" on 10 July 2019. It is their first release after the departure of bassist Danny Rayer, who "has decided to focus his time on his wonderful family". On 20 August 2019, the band released their single "Open Windows" and also announced that their debut album Primrose Path, produced by Dan Weller, will be out on 18 October 2019. Dream State released their single "Twenty Letters" on 8 October 2019, a day after its premiere on Annie Mac's Radio 1's Future Sounds on BBC Radio 1.
On 18 October 2019 the debut album Primrose Path was released and opened on position 100 in the official UK Albums Chart. Following the release, the band went on a UK headliner tour beginning on 27 October 2019 in Glasgow and went on to support Being as an Ocean on their tour through Europe afterwards.[19] In the beginning of 2020, Dream State supported I Prevail on their Europe tour. The final leg of the tour had to be postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dream State released their music video for "Are You Ready To Live?" on 24 June 2020. The video features clips send in by fans as well as live footage of the band. They announced the departure of Jamie Lee in late 2020. CJ Gilpin and Rhys Wilcox left the band in February 2022.
The new lineup has been unveiled on 14 October 2022 through their social media accounts, bassist Jake Bowen, drummer Tom Connolly and vocalist Jessie Powell were introduced as the new members. Along with the new lineup, the band released a new song and music video for "Taunt Me".
2) Dream State is a piano rock band originally from Phoenix, Arizona. The band consists of Nick Garza (piano, guitar, vocals), Nikki L (guitar, vocals), Devin P (guitar), Mike P (bass) and Eric R (drums). They remained unsigned in the US, but have a record deal with Japanese label Fabtone Records that is limited to Japan. To date, they have released three full length albums, A Place To Rest My Head, Something To Believe In and Dream State. Their sound is a melodic mix of piano, pop, and rock.
Primrose
Dream State Lyrics
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I think I've caught a bug
I know I need the pay
But right now I don't give a fuck
Because today I'm just so tired of myself
I just want to dwell
I'm thinking slowly
Is through my restraints now
I wish I had another way
I've been drinking
And maybe it's not such a good thing.
I'm not good
God just give me some release
God just give me something please
Cause I'm drunk
And on my knees
I'm not good
I'm naked
Misunderstood
I know
I can't let it go
I broke from my god
I covered myself in dirt
I can't get stuff done
I'm feeling the dread
I'm smoking too much
I'm staying in bed
I've let those demons
Back in my head
I need to find a balance
Before I lose myself again
God just give me some release
God just give me something please
because I'm drunk
And on my knees
I'm not good
I'm naked
Misunderstood
I know
I can't let it go
Will you just leave me alone?
Why do I keep falling back on myself?
I'm not alright
I'm not good
God just give me some release
God just give me something please
I'm not good
I'm naked
Misunderstood
I know
I can't let it go
The lyrics to Dream State's song "Primrose" convey a sense of exhaustion, desperation, and a yearning for release from emotional pain. The singer expresses their need for a break from the mundane routine of work and life, as they "don't give a f\*\*k" about their job anymore. The imagery of being "naked" and "misunderstood" hints at feelings of vulnerability and isolation. The repetition of the lines "God just give me some release/God just give me something please" shows the singer's desperation for relief.
The singer also hints at struggling with addiction, as they mention drinking and smoking too much. They recognize that these are not healthy coping mechanisms, but still struggle to find another way out of their emotional pain. The line "I broke from my god" can be interpreted as a metaphor for breaking away from faith or losing hope in a higher power.
The singer's final lines of "I'm not good" repeated throughout the song underscore the sense of despair and helplessness. The overall message of the song is one of a cry for help, with the singer expressing a profound need for something to change.
Line by Line Meaning
I can't come in today
Due to a sickness, I am not able to come in today.
I think I've caught a bug
I believe I have contracted an illness.
I know I need the pay
Although I require money, I am not in a state to work.
But right now I don't give a fuck
Presently, I have no interest in anything or anyone.
Because today I'm just so tired of myself
I am presently feeling drained of motivation and enthusiasm.
I just want to dwell
I wish to remain stagnant and not move forward in life.
I'm thinking slowly
My thoughts are not flowing smoothly, and I am struggling to think effectively.
I can feel my only way out
I sense that my only solution to this problem is unconventional.
Is through my restraints now
I believe the only way to escape this situation is by breaking free from my boundaries.
I wish I had another way
I regret that I do not have other options to consider.
I've been drinking
I have been consuming alcohol.
And maybe it's not such a good thing.
I am aware that excessive drinking can have harmful effects.
God just give me some release
I am requesting divine intervention to help me alleviate my burden.
God just give me something please
I am seeking assistance from a higher power to help me overcome my problems.
Cause I'm drunk
As a result of my excessive drinking, my judgment has been impaired.
And on my knees
I am physically and emotionally weak.
I'm not good
I am in a state of distress and discomfort.
I'm naked
I am exposed and vulnerable in my current condition.
Misunderstood
I feel like no one is able to comprehend my feelings or situation.
I know
I am aware that I am struggling.
I can't let it go
I am unable to move past my present problems.
I broke from my god
I have lost faith in religion or any higher power.
I covered myself in dirt
I feel ashamed and disgraceful.
I can't get stuff done
I am finding it difficult to accomplish any task.
I'm feeling the dread
I am experiencing intense fear and apprehension.
I'm smoking too much
I am consuming an unhealthy amount of cigarettes.
I'm staying in bed
I am spending excessive amounts of time in bed and not moving forward in life.
I've let those demons
I have allowed my inner struggles and anxieties to take control of my life.
Back in my head
I am unable to move past previous struggles and memories.
I need to find a balance
I require a harmonized approach to all aspects of my life.
Before I lose myself again
I am attempting to regain control over my life before it spirals out of my control.
Will you just leave me alone?
I request solitude and privacy.
Why do I keep falling back on myself?
I question why I am unable to move forward in life and always revert to my problematic ways.
I'm not alright
I am in a state of emotional and psychological distress.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Charlotte-Jayne Gilpin, Aled Evans
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@godxxofxxwar22
CJ was elite :/ it breaks my heart she left
@SpiderBubble123
Saw them play live last night as a support act and CJ was there with the rest of the band
@lexymason-yv2kc
@@SpiderBubble123This is false, i have to assume you saw someone whom looked like her ... Where was it you say you saw her..?
@KoraOSRS
@@SpiderBubble123 do you mean she happened to be there hanging out with the band members, or she performed with them?
@lexymason-yv2kc
@@KoraOSRSi think they mean she was hanging out backstage, but even so, this is false still, Lying gets us nowhere in life friend. If youre in a habit of it, try and stop. All liars get caught out. Trust me, i found out the hard way.
@KoraOSRS
@@lexymason-yv2kc can I ask you how you know that it’s not true?
Also hey come on, don’t assume they’re deliberately lying, it’s totally possible they just saw a short brunette backstage and saw what they wanted above all to see. I wouldn’t blame them.. :/
@jacksvocals
CJ's vocal delivery never disappoints.
@adamkahn8645
DS died when she left
@thekiminthenorth504
@@adamkahn8645 fact
@THiSGuYJeFFeRY
I'm Gonna miss CJ! She can not be replaced!! That voice, that look and her writing can not be duplicated! She will rise again! #cj