The Gabe Dixon Band is a three-piece band that was formed in the fall of 19… Read Full Bio ↴The Gabe Dixon Band is a three-piece band that was formed in the fall of 1998 at the University of Miami. Their music is piano-driven rock akin to Ben Folds Five with a more serious tone, Jackson Browne and early 70s Elton John. The band worked with producer/engineer Eddie Kramer on their independently released debut album, More Than It Would Seem, in 1999. They relocated to New York City after graduation and were signed to Reprise by David Kahne. After Dixon respectfully declined the keyboard position on the Paul McCartney world tour to instead focus on production of the band's major label debut, On A Rolling Ball was released in 2002.
Their song "All Will Be Well" off of the 2005 EP Live at World Cafe rose to moderate prominence when it was used in promos for the NBC show Conviction.
The band released their debut album for Fantasy Records, The Gabe Dixon Band, in August 2008. In its initial days of release, it has received praise from the music press and fellow artists. The band toured the United States from Aug 2008 through Nov 2008 with native New Yorker turned Canadian resident, newcomer Justin Nozuka.
The song Find My Way was the opening track to the film The Proposal (2009) starring Sandra Bullock and Ryan Reynolds.
Gabe Dixon is also currently a member of the band Supertramp (as of Fall, 2010).
Gabe's solo album, One Spark, will be released on August 23, 2011. The album is produced by Marshall Altman and will feature a duet with Alison Krauss.

Come Around
Gabe Dixon Band Lyrics

Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴

There's a scared child behind angry words.
Sometimes what you say is so absurd.
I am reaching out against the trend.
You'll still find me here if you need a friend.
I just don't understand why you're bringing me down
When there's so much madness to be found,
When my mind is finally halfway sound.
I will wait for you love. Come around.

Life was simpler without you here
When your problems didn't reach my ear.
I will borrow you for this night
And to sorrow we will say goodbye.

I just don't understand why you're bringing me down
When there's so much madness to be found,
When my mind is finally halfway sound.
I will wait for you love. Come around.

When the people seem to lose their voice
And are victims to the evil choice,
Can we rise from this darkness yet?
Can we live our lives without regret?

I just don't understand why you're bringing me down
When there's so much madness to be found,
When my mind is finally halfway sound.
I will wait for you love. Come around.

There's a wisdom for this crazy time.
There's a hopefulness that is sublime.
We will follow the better way,
Reach for beauty today.

I just don't understand why you're bringing me down
When there's so much madness to be found,
When my mind is finally halfway sound.
I will wait for you love. Come around.

I will wait for you love. Come around.
I will wait for you love. Come around.

Overall Meaning

The Gabe Dixon Band's song "Come Around" is a song that seems to be telling someone who is going through a tough time that they are not alone and that they can lean on the singer for support. The song's opening words reveal that there is a scared child behind the angry words, which could mean that the person the song is referring to is going through a tough time and lashing out as a defense mechanism. The singer then goes on to say that despite the absurd things this person may say, they will still be there for them when they need a friend. The next verse describes how life was simpler before this person's problems reached the singer's ears. However, they are still willing to be there for them.

The chorus's repeated line, "When there's so much madness to be found," seems to suggest that the world is a crazy place, and people need to come together and support one another. The final verses of the song encourage people to rise from the darkness and live their lives without regret, to follow the better way and reach for beauty today. Overall, the song's message seems to be one of hope and support and encourages people to come together in difficult times.

Line by Line Meaning

There's a scared child behind angry words.
People may come across as angry or hostile, but more often than not, there is a scared or vulnerable part of them that they are hiding.

Sometimes what you say is so absurd.
People sometimes say things that are illogical or irrational.

I am reaching out against the trend.
Even if it goes against the norm, the singer is making an effort to connect with someone who may need it.

You'll still find me here if you need a friend.
No matter what, the artist is willing to be there for someone who needs a friend.

I just don't understand why you're bringing me down When there's so much madness to be found, When my mind is finally halfway sound. I will wait for you love. Come around.
The artist is confused and frustrated why this person is bringing them down when there are bigger issues at hand. However, despite this, they are still willing to wait for this person to come back to them.

Life was simpler without you here When your problems didn't reach my ear.
Before this person came into the singer's life, things were simpler and easier for them to manage as they didn't have to hear about this person's problems.

I will borrow you for this night And to sorrow we will say goodbye.
For this night, the singer is willing to take on this person's problems and help them feel better about them by letting go of their sorrow.

When the people seem to lose their voice And are victims to the evil choice, Can we rise from this darkness yet? Can we live our lives without regret?
In light of recent events, the artist questions whether or not society can overcome this darkness and live without regrets.

There's a wisdom for this crazy time. There's a hopefulness that is sublime. We will follow the better way, Reach for beauty today.
Despite all the madness going on, there is still hope and beauty to be found in this world. The artist strives to follow the path of positivity and beauty.

I will wait for you love. Come around.
Despite their confusion and frustration, the artist is still willing to wait for this person's return and to continue supporting them.

I will wait for you love. Come around. I will wait for you love. Come around. I will wait for you love. Come around.
Reiteration of the singer's willingness to wait for this person's return.

Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Gabriel Barry Dixon, Rachel Dixon

Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind

To comment on or correct specific content, highlight it

TRACKS

Genre not found

Artist not found

Album not found

Search results not found

Song not found

Comments from YouTube:

thez5

13y↑5

Now this is real music! Actual talent.

itsmyland2

15y↑4

My thoughts exactly - This is the Best Elton John song in 40 years. But it ain't Elton. Gabe is a great pianist and songwriter. Have seen these guys 3 times now and they never disappoint.

Bryan Roberts

Best “piano rock” artist, singer/songwriter since Billy Joel and Elton. I’m always disappointed this guy doesn’t get more attention. The album this song came from is one of my faves!