Aplin developed a fanbase by posting performance videos to YouTube in 2008. Her most popular videos include her original composition "Home", and covers of "The Liar and the Lighter" by You Me At Six, "Teenage Dream" by Katy Perry and "Forget You" by Cee Lo Green. She has described her music as "very family orientated, very personal". In July 2010, Aplin performed on her local radio station BBC Wiltshire. Her first release was the 5-track Acoustic EP which was released on the iTunes Store on 13 September 2010. It reached the top 25 in the UK iTunes album chart, and features the song "Reverse" which was used on E4 TV show Made in Chelsea.
Her debut album English Rain was released in May 2013, to positive reviews it debuted and peaked at number 2 in the UK album charts, along with new single "Panic Cord", which peaked at number 19 in the UK.
Keep On Walking
Gabrielle Aplin Lyrics
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(On your way, go on your way)
We are rolling on stormy seas
(On your way, go on your way)
You don't like when I disagree
(On your way, go on your way)
The lies you're spinning, you're changing me
(On your way, go on your way)
But all that glitters is not gold
From the bruises flowers grow
I feel so much better now you're not around
There's no one to kick me while I'm down
No one to burn my bridges anymore
So keep on walking
'Cause I'm not here to make you feel good
To dry up your tears and apologise for you
I feel so much better now you're not around
So keep on walking out
Ohhhhh
You've been whispering way too loud
(On your way, go on your way)
You don't say sorry, you're far too proud
(On your way, go on your way)
But all that glitters is not gold
I stayed up to watch you go
I feel so much better now you're not around
There's no one to kick me while I'm down
No one to burn my bridges anymore
So keep on walking
'Cause I'm not here to make you feel good
To dry off your tears and apologise for you
I feel so much better now you're not around
So keep on walking out, out,
Oh, oh, oh
You know I'm happy now, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
In 'Keep on Walking', Gabrielle Aplin is expressing the strength and empowerment that comes with leaving a toxic and abusive relationship. She acknowledges that something is happening, and though it is not visible to the naked eye, she believes it is time to move on. As they were rolling on stormy seas, the partner disagreed with her and resorted to spin lies, changing her in the process. Gabrielle realizes that all that glitters is not gold, and from the bruises, flowers grow. By standing up for herself and leaving the relationship, she has removed the person who used to kick her while she was down and burn her bridges. She is telling her ex to keep on walking because she's not there to make them feel good or apologize for them anymore, and she feels so much better now they're not around.
Gabrielle stresses that the ex has been whispering too loud, and rather than being sorry, they are far too proud. But she acknowledges once again that all that glitters is not gold and she is glad she stayed up to watch them go. She feels so much better that they are not around to kick her while she's down and burn her bridges. She's not there to dry up their tears or apologize for them anymore. Gabrielle reiterates that she is happy now, and tells them to keep on walking.
Overall, the song encourages us to take back control of our lives and leave unhealthy situations, recognizing that we deserve better. It's a reminder that all that glitters is not gold, and we shouldn't be fooled by appearances and lies. By leaving, we can find healing and growth in our experiences.
Line by Line Meaning
Something's happening you can't see
(On your way, go on your way)
There is a situation unfolding that you're not aware of so continue on your journey and don't get involved.
We are rolling on stormy seas
(On your way, go on your way)
Life has its ups and downs like rough seas, so keep moving forward instead of getting stuck in one wave.
You don't like when I disagree
(On your way, go on your way)
You don't appreciate my opinion and therefore, please keep going on your way without me.
The lies you're spinning, you're changing me
(On your way, go on your way)
Your lies are affecting me negatively and I don't want that sort of influence in my life, so please continue on your journey and don't include me.
But all that glitters is not gold
From the bruises flowers grow
Things that appear shiny and enticing may not be as wonderful as they seem. However, something positive can emerge from a negative experience.
I feel so much better now you're not around
There's no one to kick me while I'm down
No one to burn my bridges anymore
I feel happy and free now that you're no longer a part of my life. You can't knock me down or hurt me anymore.
So keep on walking
'Cause I'm not here to make you feel good
To dry up your tears and apologise for you
I feel so much better now you're not around
So keep on walking out
Ohhhhh
Please don't bother trying to make things right with me or seek comfort from me. I don't want to be a part of it, so just keep going away from me.
You've been whispering way too loud
(On your way, go on your way)
You don't say sorry, you're far too proud
(On your way, go on your way)
You're the opposite of humble and you speak poorly of me behind my back, so just continue on without me.
I stayed up to watch you go
I feel so much better now you're not around
There's no one to kick me while I'm down
No one to burn my bridges anymore
So keep on walking
'Cause I'm not here to make you feel good
To dry off your tears and apologise for you
I feel so much better now you're not around
So keep on walking out, out,
Oh, oh, oh
You know I'm happy now, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
I watched you leave and I'm happier than I have been in a long time. I don't have to deal with any more of your negativity, so keep walking away.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: GABRIELLE APLIN, NICHOLAS WILLIAM ATKINSON
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