Creating music that defies definition comes naturally to Gaelle, who grew up in an African-American community in New Jersey the daughter of Haitian parents. Exposed as a child to the percussive, upbeat music of Haiti—as well as to the grooving, hip-hop sounds of urban radio and new wave music videos on TV—Gaelle takes a naturally broad-minded approach to singing and songwriting. With a view to elevating the events of everyday life to the realm of poetry, Transient explores mystery, wit, honesty and subtlety—subjects that are increasingly rare in current popular music.
“I’ve always felt there could be a happy marriage between many styles of music without compromising artistic integrity,” Gaelle explains. “With this album I’d like to pave the way for other artists who would like to take a more innovative approach to expressing themselves. I also hope that what my music conveys will help some misunderstood person have a voice in this complex world.”
Singer/songwriter Gaelle Adisson started her life in music at an early age. Influenced by a mixture of her African-American childhood community and her parents’ Haitian identity, Gaelle found herself writing music in her teens that was a cultural hybrid. By the time she moved to Atlanta at the age of 18, the aspiring singer had already written dozens of songs, and at the insistence of a close friend, was asked to perform vocals on some house music tracks that were being recorded by the then-unknown producer Chris Brann. The pair hit it off immediately, and Gaelle launched the beginning of her recording career.
Eventually, Gaelle found herself performing and recording with several producers and musicians. The result of this period of productivity was the song “King of My Castle,” which she recorded with the Wamdue Project. This song became one of the most popular dance songs of the late 90's, and is still considered a classic in the UK dance scene. From that point Gaelle decided to start her production company, Speakeasy Music. During the period between her U.K. smash, and the recording of her debut album Transient, Gaelle concentrated on producing and remixing with her partner Eric Stamile.
FADE AWAY
Gaelle Lyrics
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disappear and fade away
more often then not i keep forgetting
true love it can never end in sorrow
i hope and i pray for comfort that never seems to come
they say what don’t kill you makes you stronger
so why am i lying on the carpet
convinced that if i sit still i will slowly wash away
(chorus)
disappear and fade away
this disappointment seems too overwhelming
disappear and fade away
can’t understand it please somebody help me
run back out of fear of starting over
accept what is well below the standards
embarrassed that self respect hasn’t seen the light of day
consumed by a lack of motivation
but somehow you pull it all together
you put on sone new perfure and you face another day
you heartache will
(chorus)
(bridge)
gotta keep it all together or i’ll break up
maybe take a shower wash off this makeup
maybe watch tv then get some sleep and feel better when i wake up
even though these feelings are never brand new
they kinda makes you wanna believe that they’re true
but in time you’ll see this misery will fade
that’s just how these things do
and your problems will
(chorus)
In Gaelle's song "Fade Away," the lyrics depict the emotions of someone going through a difficult time. The opening lines express a desire to disappear and fade away in the face of overwhelming disappointment, but there is a struggle to find comfort and hope. The paradoxical idea of true love never ending in sorrow is introduced, perhaps suggesting the pain being felt is related to a failed relationship. The lyrics then recognize the idea that what doesn't kill us makes us stronger, but the singer is still lying on the carpet, paralyzed by the weight of their emotions.
The second verse explores the emotions of starting over, feeling embarrassed and lacking motivation. Yet despite these feelings, the singer finds a way to pull themselves together, even if it means putting on new perfume to face another day. The bridge offers a glimpse into a possible coping mechanism - trying to keep it together and believing that in time, the misery will fade. The song concludes with a repetition of the chorus, an unresolved plea for someone to help them understand.
Overall, the song provides a poignant look into the struggles of someone going through a tough time, acknowledging the pain and difficulties while also offering hope that things will eventually get better.
Line by Line Meaning
Sometime i wish i’d disappear and fade away
Occasionally, I yearn to become invisible and gradually become obsolete.
more often then not i keep forgetting
Most of the time, I fail to remember.
true love it can never end in sorrow
Genuine love cannot result in grief or misery.
i hope and i pray for comfort that never seems to come
I long and supplicate for peace that appears impossible to attain.
they say what don’t kill you makes you stronger
It is said that experiences that do not lead to death improve one's toughness.
so why am i lying on the carpet convinced that if i sit still i will slowly wash away
Then why am I lying on the carpet, convinced that if I remain still, I will vanish gradually?
i wish i could
I desire to disappear.
disappear and fade away this disappointment seems too overwhelming
Vanishing and becoming obsolete; this disappointment is too daunting.
disappear and fade away can’t understand it please somebody help me
Vanishing and becoming obsolete. I cannot comprehend it. Somebody, please help me.
run back out of fear of starting over
Retreat back because of apprehension of restarting.
accept what is well below the standards
Accept something that is extensively below what is expected.
embarrassed that self respect hasn’t seen the light of day
Ashamed that self-esteem is never recognized.
consumed by a lack of motivation
Overwhelmed by a lack of incentive.
but somehow you pull it all together you put on sone new perfure and you face another day
But somehow, you gather your strength, apply some perfume, and confront another day.
you heartache will
Your heartache will
gotta keep it all together or i’ll break up
I must remain composed, or else I will break apart.
maybe take a shower wash off this makeup
Perhaps taking a shower will wash away this makeup.
maybe watch tv then get some sleep and feel better when i wake up
Possibly watching TV, getting some sleep, and feeling better upon waking up.
even though these feelings are never brand new
Despite these emotions never being fresh.
they kinda makes you wanna believe that they’re true
They make you want to trust them to some extent.
but in time you’ll see this misery will fade
Eventually, you will notice how this anguish will wane.
that’s just how these things do
That is how things usually progress.
and your problems will disappear and fade away
And your problems will vanish, and become obsolete.
chorus
Chorus
bridge
Bridge
Contributed by Caden M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@DIANAROSS4EVER
Gaelle is amazing and sadly so underrated.
@tajiri4971
My good feel song when I go through challenging times.I love this song so much.
@kyshahampton
Reuben Kiboi same here
@lolajolamarshalia524
how did that time go?
@AKIRTV9
great way to put it
@billytdakid
im so addicted to a Gaelle's playlist that this track is part from, that I just don't know what I gonna do when my dizziness fade away after I get jaded of listening it. I need urgent either new songs from her or a substitute!!!
@smondello
Love this CD.
@DJMESALAGROOVE
love this track
@djdanig5465
great song!!!!!
@fame_o6442
Why did this song randomly pop in my head lol