In 2001, Josh and Dave joined forces under the now legendary Gabriel & Dresden moniker. Within their 6 years of collaboration, Gabriel & Dresden scored 19 number 1 Billboard Hot Dance/Club Play remixes and tracks, made three DJ-mixed compilation albums, an artist album and won seven International Dance Music Awards. Their tracks 'Arcadia', 'Dangerous Power', 'Let Go', 'Tracking Treasure Down' Andain "Beautiful Things" and numerous other masterpieces have turned into some of EDM’s biggest classics. 'As The Rush Comes', by their Motorcycle alias with Jes Brieden, they won the IDMA award for 'Best Progressive Trance Track' as well as peaking at #11 on the official UK top40 charts. The G&D treatment, through remixes and interpretations, was given to tracks by The Killers, Annie Lenox, Sarah McLachlan, Dido, Tiësto, Paul Oakenfold and Way Out West, making their sound cross borders from trance and progressive with pop, indie and soul sensibilities.
In 2008 After 6+ years of hits and and awards, both guys felt it was time for something new and took a break from Gabriel & Dresden to focus on their individual careers. Inspiration came flowing with the new tide. After the split, Josh Gabriel set up his own label, 'Different Pieces' and focused on his Winter Kills and Andain projects. On his album 'Eight', Josh intertwined techno and house into pieces of pure electronic bliss. In the meantime, Dave Dresden took charge of the dancefloor with his Dresden & Johnston project and spawned a US radio hit in the song 'Keep Faith' and "That Day" (with Nadia Ali on lead vocals), as well as remixes for the likes of Owl City, Nadia Ali, BT and The Crystal Method. But you simply can't stop musical synergy.
As 2010 came to an end, Gabriel and Dresden decided to go back to their roots and reunite at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles for New Year’s Eve 2011. Their return behind the decks showed that after two and a half years apart, nothing really changed. Gabriel & Dresden's comeback marks one of the most notable moments in EDM this year, finally answering the call of millions of dance lovers. With gigs at some of the world's biggest festivals, clubs and events planned and a new compilation in the making, Gabriel & Dresden are all set to do what they love most: celebrate music. And we're all invited.
Closer
Gabriel & Dresden Lyrics
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What it means and what its like
Feeling that stone in on my head
Afraid to fall I'm flying instead
Waiting, I'm never gonna stop
For what things are and what they're not
Taking this place where I can find
Stay by my side
I'm closing my eyes
Until this breath is over
Here in your sight
No need to ask why
Let's take this one step closer
Let's take this one step closer
Waiting, I'm never gonna stop
For what things are and what they're not
Taking this place where I can find
What's left before I get what's mine
Stay by my side
I'm closing my eyes
Until this breath is over
Here in your sight
No need to ask why
Let's take this one step closer
Let's take this one step closer
Stay by my side
I'm closing my eyes
Until this breath is over
Here in your sight
No need to ask why
Let's take this one step closer
The lyrics of Gabriel & Dresden feat. Molly Bancroft's song "Closer" seem to revolve around a sense of introspection and a search for fulfillment. The singer seems to be evaluating their life and considering the things they have, wondering what they truly mean to them. They describe feeling a weight on their head, perhaps a burden or anxiety, but also a sense of exhilaration and freedom that comes with flying rather than falling. This could be interpreted as a metaphor for taking risks and stepping outside of one's comfort zone.
Continuing on this theme of taking risks, the singer talks about waiting for things to happen, but not letting fear hold them back from pursuing what they want. They seem to have a sense of determination and focus, taking the time to find what they need before going after what they want. The chorus is a plea for someone to stay with them and support them through this process, acknowledging that they'll need help along the way. The repetition of the phrase "Let's take this one step closer" reinforces this idea of slowly and steadily moving towards a goal.
Overall, the lyrics of "Closer" convey a sense of striving and growth, as well as the importance of the people who support us along the way. It's a song about overcoming fear and pursuing what we truly want, even if it feels scary or uncertain.
Line by Line Meaning
Thinking about everything I got
Reflecting on all my possessions and accomplishments
What it means and what its like
Contemplating the significance and experience of those possessions and accomplishments
Feeling that stone in on my head
Experiencing the weight of responsibilities and concerns
Afraid to fall I'm flying instead
Choosing to take a risk and face fears to move forward in life
Waiting, I'm never gonna stop
Patiently persevering until goals are achieved
For what things are and what they're not
Continuing to pursue reality despite illusions and assumptions
Taking this place where I can find
Finding a place to explore and discover oneself
What's left before I get what's mine
Recognizing the work and steps needed before obtaining desired outcomes
Stay by my side
Requesting companionship and support
I'm closing my eyes
Trusting and surrendering to the present moment
Until this breath is over
Valuing the briefness of life's moments
Here in your sight
Feeling seen and understood by another person
No need to ask why
Being content with the moment and not questioning its purpose
Let's take this one step closer
Inviting progress and connection with another person
Let's take this one step closer
Repeating the invitation for emphasis
Stay by my side
Reiterating the request for companionship and support
I'm closing my eyes
Repeating the act of trusting and surrendering to the present moment
Until this breath is over
Repeating the recognition of the brevity of life's moments
Here in your sight
Reiterating the feeling of being seen and understood by another person
No need to ask why
Repeating contentment with the moment without questioning its purpose
Let's take this one step closer
Reiterating the invitation for progress and connection with another person
Contributed by Caroline R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.