Dobson co-wrote Miley Cyrus' single "Start All Over" and in 2010 she released her third studio album "Joy".
Dobson was discovered and signed by Jive Records in 2000. The record label wanted to give her a traditional pop star image. Dobson, however, wanted more guitar and to include some of her own written songs. Jive rejected the idea, so she left the record company. She found herself singing in a Toronto bar at 8:30 in the morning. It turned out a CEO at The Island Def Jam Music Group was in the bar that very morning. He wanted to sign her. They signed her up on the wrong lyrics. She sang her song "Stupid Little Love Song" and what the people thought she sang was "Stupid Little Buzz Saw" which they thought was "genius".
She met producer Jay Levine through Island Records and they began working on her music. “He just really let me be free. He found something in me that he really thought was special, it was just fate”. When in the recording studio, she hung up inspirational pictures of Kurt Cobain, Judy Garland, Coldplay, Jeff Buckley and the Vines, to help motivate her sound and to commemorate the artists who influenced her.
Dobson's self-titled debut album was released December 9, 2003 by Island Records and sold 307,000 copies in the United States, according to Nielsen SoundScan. Four singles were released from the album; "Bye Bye Boyfriend," "Take Me Away", "Everything", and "Don't Let Me Fall". "Take Me Away" and "Everything" were used in the film The Perfect Score.
During much of 2004, Dobson promoted her debut album, appearing for a live performance on TRL and numerous magazine covers and articles. Dobson made an appearance on NBC's TV series American Dreams where she played the role of Tina Turner, covering the song "River Deep, Mountain High". She was also the opening act on Justin Timberlake's European tour. That July, she released a new single, "Don't Go (Girls and Boys)", which was also featured in a Tommy Hilfiger commercial starring the singer. The album was later reissued with that single added. Dobson also had a new song, "If You Walk Away", on the soundtrack of Raising Helen.
Dobson released "Truth Anthem" on the Much Dance 2005 CD compilation, a benefit for the Canadian branch of War Child. In April 2005, Dobson was nominated for two Juno Awards, Pop Album of the Year and New Artist of the Year; both categories were won by Avril Lavigne. In the summer of 2005, Dobson was in a public service ad "Make Poverty History", which brings awareness to child poverty worldwide.
Revolution Song
Fefe Dobson Lyrics
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But in my dream the consequences would be so much better
Then they are, 'cause beyond the walls that hold us here
Skies that stretch across the atmosphere
Oh a revolution is near
In my dream I hear the echoes of the recent battle, yeah
Lost and wounded as the phoenix flies begin to settle for the night
Only seem to make me jump off some how
Oh a revolution is now
And the days will get warmer, and I'll take down my armor
Together we can fight this feeling
And the demons that stalk us will eventually turn to dust
Together we can start this healing
Oh
Yea
Oh hey
Oh hey
Together we can start this healing
Oh hey
Oh hey
Fefe Dobson's song Revolution Song speaks of a desire for change and freedom from the restrictive hold of society. The lyrics suggest that there is a yearning for a revolution that will break the chains that bind people to their present situations. The songwriters use vivid imagery to create a sense of hope and urgency. The chorus emphasizes the idea that we must work together to achieve change by taking off our armor and fighting the forces that oppress us.
The first verse talks about how the chains that hold us together can be broken in our dreams. Still, the reality of the consequences of our actions is harsh. The next lines suggest that change is imminent and a revolution is impending. The second verse mentions the echoes of the recent battle, indicating that progress has already been made. However, the damage done by hurtful words cannot be ignored. The lyrics stress that one cannot turn a blind eye or deaf ear to the injustices, and a revolution is necessary.
Overall, the song's message is crystal clear – we must fight for change, and healing can only start once we work together towards a common goal. The song's powerful message delivered through Fefe Dobson's powerful voice and catchy melody makes it a perfect anthem for those yearning for change.
Line by Line Meaning
In my dream I break the chains that hold this place together
In my ideal vision, I free us from the limitations and restrictions that bind us
But in my dream the consequences would be so much better
However, I am aware that the outcome of that liberation would exceed what I pictured in my dream
Then they are, 'cause beyond the walls that hold us here
My expectations are limited compared to what lies beyond the boundaries keeping us confined
Skies that stretch across the atmosphere
There are endless possibilities and opportunities beyond our confined space
Oh a revolution is near
We are at the cusp of a significant and world-altering change
In my dream I hear the echoes of the recent battle, yeah
I am reminded of a recent struggle and its reverberating effects
Lost and wounded as the phoenix flies begin to settle for the night
Though we may have suffered losses and pain, there is a ray of hope in the form of newfound strength and resilience
But the words you use to hurt me now
Despite the pain caused by your hurtful words,
Only seem to make me jump off some how
I am pushed to rise above and fight back even harder
Oh a revolution is now
This is the moment for us to take action and make a change
And the days will get warmer, and I'll take down my armor
As we progress towards a better future, I can let go of my defensiveness and be more vulnerable
Together we can fight this feeling
We can join forces and overcome our struggles together
And the demons that stalk us will eventually turn to dust
The internal and external challenges that plague us will ultimately fade away
Together we can start this healing
We can also work together to begin the emotional and physical recovery from our past struggles
Oh
An expression of excitement and passion for change
Yea
An affirmation of confidence in our ability to make a positive difference
Oh hey
An exclamation of celebration and excitement
Oh hey
Repeating the same exclamation
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DOBSON, LEVINE, MCCOLLUM
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