1. Louise Gabrielle Bobb (born April 16, 1970, London) is an English singer who records under the name Gabrielle. She has a problem with one eye and in her career, has worn an eyepatch, a long sideswept fringe or more recently (post c. 2000) dark glasses to conceal her eye problem.
Her debut single "Dreams" topped the UK charts in June 1993. A sample of Tracy Chapman's "Fast Car" was requested but refused. The single entered the British charts at #2, which was the highest chart entry a debut act ever scored in the UK at that time. The following week it climbed to the top spot and spent the next three weeks there.
2. Gabrielle Susanne Solheim Leithaug (born January 10, 1985, Bergen), commonly known as simply Gabrielle (or Gabby), is a Norwegian singer, songwriter, and performer.She placed 6th in Norway TV 2s «X Factor» in 2009, and rose to prominence in the Norwegian music scene with her debut album "Mildt sagt" in 2011, which included the hit single "Ring meg." Gabrielle's music is characterized by its soulful pop sound, with heartfelt lyrics and catchy melodies. She has continued to release successful albums and singles, earning numerous awards and accolades for her contributions to Norwegian music. Gabrielle's versatile voice and engaging stage presence have made her a beloved figure in the Norwegian music industry.
Her discography includes "Mildt sagt" (2012), which marked her debut in the Norwegian music scene. This was followed by "Nattergal - Kap 1" (2013) and "Snart, Gabby" (2019). In 2021, she released "KLIPP MEG I TI OG LIM MEG SAMMEN" Gabrielle is set to release a new album in 2024, with the upcoming single "Operahuset" scheduled for release on March 22nd, 2024. Each album in Gabrielle's discography has contributed to her reputation as one of Norway's most talented and beloved artists.
Survive
Gabrielle Lyrics
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I don't wanna talk about it
It makes me wanna cry
every time i pour out my emotions
I feel emptier inside
I don't know how to play it like
I'm not in love with you,
but I'll try
(Chorus)
Miss you
just like the air that I breathe
I need you
with me
I'm not gonna lie
I can't imagine my life
with out you but I
suppose I will survive
V-2
I'm not gonna play myself
every time my cell rings
checkin for your name
I promise that I'll never tell
you how I feel
and I know that you don't feel the same
did you think that you could hurt me so
I just gotta let you go
everytime i find myself alone
ooooh i
(Chorus)
(bridge)
Don't try to explain
why your love's changed
boy you really broke my heart this time
i won't let it take away my pride
or Who I have inside
boy i'm so torn between every thing
how could i feel nothing
i woulda done anything
if it would mean
i could make you love me
you're the one i need
but you still believe
we can never be...
And i miss you
More than the air that I breathe
I need you
with me
I'm not gonna lie
And I can't imagine myself
with out you but I
suppose I will survive
The lyrics of Gabrielle's song "Survive" are about a woman who is trying to move on from a failed relationship. She is struggling to talk about her feelings, as it makes her feel even emptier inside. However, the woman is trying to come to terms with the fact that she needs to let go of the man she loves, even though she cannot imagine life without him. The chorus reflects her feelings of missing the man like the air that she breathes, and needing him with her, but admitting that she would survive without him.
The second verse has the woman conceding that she can no longer wait by her phone, checking for his call. She promises that she will not tell him how she feels, as she knows that he does not feel the same way. Despite this, she worries that he has hurt her, making her feel broken-hearted. She has to let go of the relationship, even if it pains her to be alone.
The bridge of the song talks about the difficulty of the relationship and the pain that the woman feels knowing that it has ended. She is torn between wanting to hold on to her pride and feeling a deep sense of loss. Although she loves the man, she knows that they can never be together. Ultimately, the song is about coming to terms with the end of a relationship and finding the strength to survive, even when it seems impossible.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't wanna talk about it
I'm not comfortable discussing this matter
It makes me wanna cry
The thought of it brings me grief
every time i pour out my emotions
Each time I express my feelings
I feel emptier inside
I become increasingly hollow
I don't know how to play it like
I don't understand how to act as though
I'm not in love with you,
I'm not in love with you
but I'll try
Though I will attempt to
even though i do...still
I still have feelings for you
Miss you
I long for you
just like the air that I breathe
As much as I need oxygen to survive
I need you
I require your presence
with me
By my side
I'm not gonna lie
I won't be dishonest
I can't imagine my life
It's difficult to conceive of a life
with out you but I
Without you, however,
suppose I will survive
I believe I will persevere
I'm not gonna play myself
I won't delude myself
every time my cell rings
Whenever my phone goes off
checkin for your name
I look to see if it's you
I promise that I'll never tell
I swear I will not confess
you how I feel
My feelings toward you
and I know that you don't feel the same
I understand that you don't reciprocate
did you think that you could hurt me so
Did you believe you could cause me such pain
I just gotta let you go
I must release you
everytime i find myself alone
Whenever I'm by myself
ooooh i
*sigh*
Don't try to explain
Don't attempt to rationalize
why your love's changed
Why your affection has altered
boy you really broke my heart this time
You've caused me significant heartache
i won't let it take away my pride
It won't diminish my dignity
or Who I have inside
Nor will it affect who I am
boy i'm so torn between every thing
I'm uncertain between two options
how could i feel nothing
How could I not feel anything?
i woulda done anything
I would do anything
if it would mean
If it led to
i could make you love me
You'd love me in return
you're the one i need
You're the one I require
but you still believe
You still hold the belief
we can never be...
We can never be together
And i miss you
And longing for you
More than the air that I breathe
Is as vital to me as oxygen
And I can't imagine myself
I'm unable to envision
with out you but I
My life without you, though,
suppose I will survive
I believe I will endure
Contributed by Kaylee K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Marieta Marinova
So many years later.. I’m so glad I dig in my favourites from years ago .. still makes me so emotional and started crying as soon as I heard it 🥺
Gabrielle Solange
wow you guys. I love that you're listening to this song. I feel strange that no one actually knows who I am in real life anymore but so many on the internet are listening to this as I secretly make music in my room. I just created a this youtube page and promise to come out with music. I work a regular job now, but desire so much to come back to you guys just because of things like these commenters below. I never want to be part of a label again. :-( If I got on Patreon I wonder if I could really find the support.
Amy farts
Girl you’re amazing! This song I’ve been listening to since high school!
curlyqueen93
I absolutely always loved this song.
BREBRE0008
This was my go to song for so long and still is! Hoping you release more music soon!
Tima Blu
Love your music
Supremo Scott
I wish it is available on SPOTIFY😭😥😥😥
Marie Gomez Hom
Omg I had this song on my MySpace when my bf broke up with me and this just randomly came back in my head. This needs to be on Spotify :(
Jennifer Ventura
i love this song it says all the right things for me right now! great message!
Kelsey Laird
This song sums up my feelings so much, it's scary. I've been in love with someone for almost two years, but they don't even know I exist. But what doesn't kill us makes us stronger, right? That's what keeps me alive. <3