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.
She Gave Happiness
Gabriel & Dresden Lyrics
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on yesterday pages i was
the last summer tell me if you come
and at christmas just one love
she gave me her heart
she sings a song
my way wrote
alltough i have never felt so alone
that love was engraved on my skin
and from time to time i return to her love
where is your love
where is your love
i take care of cupids arrow
and so where so
what did we live on
just sadness she and i
she gave me her heart
she sings a song
and trough the pain
my way wrote
alltough i have never felt so alone
that love was engraved on my skin
and from time to time i return to her love
where is your love
where is your love
These lyrics in Gabriel & Dresden's song "She Gave Happiness" describe a bittersweet relationship that has come to an end. The singer reflects on the past, acknowledging that even though they had each other, the other person was always preparing to leave. The mention of "yesterday pages" suggests a nostalgic longing for a time when they were together. The lyrics also mention a specific memory of a summer and a question of whether the person will return during Christmas, possibly indicating a yearning for reconciliation or closure.
The chorus expresses gratitude for the love that was given to the singer by the other person, who is described as giving their heart and singing a song. Despite the pain experienced, the singer acknowledges that their journey and path in life were shaped by this love and the hardship that came along with it.
The lyrics also touch on the feeling of loneliness despite the presence of love. The line "that love was engraved on my skin" suggests a deep emotional connection that still lingers, even in solitude. The question of "where is your love" reflects a search for understanding, perhaps wondering why the love they once had is no longer present.
Overall, "She Gave Happiness" explores themes of love, loss, longing, and the impact that a past relationship can leave on one's heart and soul.
Line by Line Meaning
alltough i had her she was leaving
Despite having her in my life, she was already planning to leave.
on yesterday pages i was
In the past, I was just a fleeting memory in her life.
the last summer tell me if you come
The previous summer was our last, unsure if she would ever return.
and at christmas just one love
During Christmas, all I wanted was her love, which felt scarce.
she gave me her heart
She entrusted me with her emotions and love.
she sings a song
Her voice carries the melody of her heart.
and trough the pain
Despite the hardships, she remains resilient.
my way wrote
Through our journey, I found solace in expressing my feelings.
alltough i have never felt so alone
Even though I have never felt more isolated.
that love was engraved on my skin
The love we shared left a lasting mark on me.
and from time to time i return to her love
Occasionally, I find myself longing for her love once again.
where is your love
I wonder where her love has gone.
i take care of cupids arrow
I guard and protect the symbol of love, but it brings pain.
and so where so
Still, we end up in different places, unable to find each other.
what did we live on
What sustenance did our relationship feed on?
just sadness she and i
It seems all we had together was sorrow.
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