Born in Hereford, England, she later moved to the country's east coast to study drama at the University of Kent. Goulding had developed a love for folk music as a teenager, and her time at university also exposed her to electronica. After two years, she took a break from her studies and moved to West London, where she pursued a career as an alternative singer/songwriter and befriended producers like Starsmith and Frankmusik, who gave her songs an electro-pop twist. In 2009, Goulding began building an audience via the Internet, where early tracks like "Starry Eyed" and a cover of Sam Sparro's "Black & Gold" were posted on tastemaking MP3 blogs such as Discodust. Goulding soon graduated from the blogosphere to print media, gaining praise from mainstream publications like The Guardian and fielding offers from record labels. She ultimately signed a major-label deal with Polydor Records and began making preparations to release her debut album. In the meantime, she penned songs for Diana Vickers, Gabriella Climi, and others.
During the final weeks of 2009, Goulding topped the BBC's Sound of 2010, a poll conducted by British music critics and industry insiders to identify new talent. Building on that momentum, she released Lights -- a sparkling debut album that splashed Goulding's vocal flutter across a landscape of acoustic and synthesized instruments -- in March 2010. Lights topped the U.K. charts during its first week and spun off "Starry Eyed" as a Top Five single (it also charted well in Ireland and New Zealand). Later that year, the album was re-released as Bright Lights, featuring seven new recordings (including a cover of Elton John's "Your Song," which peaked at number two).
In 2012, Goulding returned with her sophomore album, Halcyon, which showcased an even more sonically adventurous, electro-pop-infused sound. In 2013, a deluxe reissue featuring ten extra songs was released; entitled Halcyon Days, it acted as a supplement to the original release. Two of its new songs, "Burn" and "How Long Will I Love You," were among her biggest hits. The following year, she was featured on Calvin Harris' Top Ten U.K. hit "Outside," participated in Band Aid 30's update of "Do They Know It's Christmas?," and entered the U.K. Top Ten once more with "Beating Heart," a song released on the soundtrack for Divergent. Another soundtrack single, "Love Me Like You Do," added to the success of Fifty Shades of Grey in 2015.
That same year, Goulding released her third studio album, Delirium, which featured collaborations with Max Martin, Greg Kurstin, and others. The pop-leaning Delirium included the single "On My Mind" and peaked at number three on the U.S. and U.K. charts. Goulding returned in 2017 on "First Time," a collaboration with electronic producer Kygo.
In 2018, Goulding joined Tap Management after almost a decade with First Access Management.[107] She appeared on a collaboration with Sean Paul on his Mad Love the Prequel EP titled "Bad Love", released on 29 June 2018.[108]
Goulding collaborated with Diplo and Swae Lee on the single "Close to Me", which was released on 24 October 2018.[109] On 1 January 2019, The Guardian reported that she has been working on her fourth album, set to release in the same year.[110] On 1 March, she released the next single "Flux".[111] She said regarding the album, "It's very much written by me".[112]
On 12 April 2019, Goulding released the single "Sixteen".[113] Goulding said of the single, "...That age was such a pivotal year for me in many ways and this song is so close to my heart. It takes me back to the reckless days of being a teenager and I hope it reminds us all about the innocence of youth."[114]
Goulding released "Hate Me" with American rapper Juice Wrld on 26 June 2019.[115][116] It was premiered by Zane Lowe as his 'World Record' on Beats 1.[117] In July, Goulding stated that her next material to be released would be the songs "Woman I Am" and "Start".[118] In November, she released her rendition of Joni Mitchell's Christmas song "River", which topped the UK Singles Chart, becoming her third UK number one single and the last UK number one song of the 2010s.[119]
On 13 March 2020, Goulding released the new single "Worry About Me" which was created in-collaboration with Blackbear.[120] In a radio interview with Heart the same month, she revealed that the album "kind of comes in two parts", adding that "the first side is something written entirely by me which was fun and I wrote most of it in New York when I was living there a few years back. I play the guitar and I play the bass and piano and then I'm singing a lot of vocals. It's very classically influenced because I love classical music. There's a lot going on, it's a big soundscape and one big film. The second half is my kind of alter ego songs."[121] On 21 May she released single "Power" and on 30 June single "Slow Grenade" with Lauv.
Goulding released her fourth studio album, Brightest Blue, on 17 July 2020. Originally scheduled for 5 June 2020, the album's release was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The album debuted at the top of the UK Album Chart, becoming Goulding's third album to do so,[122] as well as at No. 2 in Scotland.[123] It reached the top 10 in Ireland[124] as well as the top 40 in over ten countries including Australia, Germany and the United States.
Goulding announced on an Instagram Q&A that she would be releasing new music which was not part of the Brightest Blue era at the end of January 2021.[125] On 21 January, she released a collaboration with electronic duo Silk City, titled "New Love".[126] On 30 September, Goulding performed "Anything Could Happen" as part of the opening ceremony for Expo 2020, held in Dubai.[127]
On 19 June 2022, Goulding performed at Rock in Rio in Lisbon, Portugal. After the concert, she announced that she would be releasing new music in July. The following day, she blacked out all her social media profiles.[128] Back in July 2021, during an interview with Joe Wicks, she described the forthcoming album as "a dance record. It's electronic pop, a dance thing from outer space".[129] On 4 July 2022, she announced the release of "Easy Lover" featuring Big Sean, which was released on 15 July.[130] The single did not enter the UK Singles Top 100, but peaked at number 31 on the UK Singles Downloads Chart Top 100.[131] It was followed by "All by Myself", a collaboration between Goulding and producers Alok and Sigala, on 7 October.[132] Goulding released the single "Let It Die" along with its video on 19 October and announced the same day that her fifth studio album Higher Than Heaven would be released on 3 February 2023.[133][134]
On 22 March 2023, Goulding released the single "By The End Of The Night".[135][136]
Keep on Dancin'
Ellie Goulding Lyrics
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Running from the truth because the truth's too much to take
I keep raising glasses 'cause I only got today
I just keep moving, I just keep moving
You can hurt me, I'll find another
You can love me, you'll be my lover
Happy, in rain or thunder
I keep on, I keep on, I just keep on dancing
I just keep on dancing
I just keep on dancing
Can you see my, see my headlights
You can come ride shotgun with me
Whatever you like, ever you like
Every time I look at those stars
Know they ain't got the answers for me
But I'll be alright, I'll be alright
You can hurt me, I'll find another
You can love me, you'll be my lover
Happy, in rain or thunder
Baby I keep
I keep on, I keep on, I just keep on dancing
I just keep on dancing
I just keep on dancing
I just keep on dancing
You can hurt me, I'll find another
You can love me, you'll be my lover
I just keep on dancing
I just keep on dancing
I just keep on dancing
I just keep on dancing
The first verse of Ellie Goulding's song "Keep on Dancin'" suggests that people tend to talk without really saying anything substantial. They also tend to run away from the truth because it can be too much to handle. In contrast, the singer keeps raising glasses to celebrate life because she knows that today is all we have. The line "I just keep moving" suggests that she chooses to keep going and keep dancing through life's ups and downs instead of getting bogged down by negativity. In the chorus, she reaffirms the sentiment that she will keep dancing no matter what happens, whether it's someone hurting her or loving her.
The second verse suggests that the singer is open to having company on her journey, as she invites someone to ride shotgun with her wherever they want to go. However, she also acknowledges that the stars don't hold all the answers to life's questions. Regardless, she knows that she will be okay and will keep dancing. The chorus repeats, further emphasizing the idea that even if someone tries to hurt or love her, she will keep dancing and find a way to keep pushing forward.
Overall, "Keep on Dancin'" encourages the listener to stay positive and keep moving forward despite any obstacles that may arise. It suggests that we should celebrate life and enjoy the moment because that's all we really have.
Line by Line Meaning
People like to talk because they don't know what to say
People tend to talk aimlessly because they lack the understanding of important things to say
Running from the truth because the truth's too much to take
People tend to avoid the truth because it scares them and acceptance of truth is difficult
I keep raising glasses 'cause I only got today
I am cherishing every moment I get because I know that it is all I have
I just keep moving, I just keep moving
I am not stopping or slowing down, I am continuously moving ahead with determination
You can hurt me, I'll find another
I am not afraid of being hurt because I know that I can find someone else who will love me
You can love me, you'll be my lover
I am open to love from anyone who loves me and I am willing to reciprocate it as well
Happy, in rain or thunder
I am happy irrespective of the circumstances or the situations surrounding me
Baby I keep I keep on, I keep on, I just keep on dancing
I don't let anything affect my positive spirit, I will continue to dance my way through life
Can you see my, see my headlights
I am always on the move and my energy and spirit is always visible
You can come ride shotgun with me
I am willing to share my journey with anyone who wants to be a part of it
Every time I look at those stars
The stars are beautiful but they do not hold the answers to all the questions I have
Know they ain't got the answers for me
I have realized that I need to search for answers within myself and not depend on external factors
But I'll be alright, I'll be alright
I am confident that everything will be alright and will fall into place
I just keep on dancing
I will continue to dance and live life to the fullest, regardless of the situation
I just keep on dancing
I will embrace every moment with positivity and keep dancing
I just keep on dancing
I will keep on dancing and spreading joy and happiness wherever I go
Lyrics © Global Talent Publishing, Downtown Music Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: ELENA GOULDING, NICOLE MORIER, NOEL ZANCANELLA, RYAN TEDDER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Frootable
She is such a great performer. She brings so much energy to every single live performance she does, she is so passionate and shows clearly that she loves what she does. Nothing better than to see an artist who truly loves their craft.
SY L
One of her best and most distinctive songs!!
killibom ar
Of course
Aidan Anchaya
I love her so much
Ksusha Goulding
Of course!
Ksusha Goulding
Of course!
Crystal Tepetate
yess
Kroardia
I remember seeing her live in a small hall, with no more than 100 viewers. It's so amazing to see her grow so much, so fast. I'm so proud.
Hal
is it the trabodour??? thats my fav show
Jessalyn K
+Marta K same its hard tho cause shes growing up