Their music, which boasts a winning combination of their vibrant energy and a host of musically intriguing melodies, cannot be pinned down to any specific genre but rather experiments with an eclectic mix of alternative, melodic, anthemic, electronic and dance. In any context, Gangs of Ballet's audiences are encouraged to experience the band's music in ways that are dually intuitive and physical as their music seeks to stimulate the musically-minded while also providing those merely seeking a good time with a good reason to dance.
Originally formed as a side-project, Gangs of Ballet came into official existence at its debut gig opening for aKing in July of 2011. Gangs of Ballet is currently working on the release of their EP and is awaiting the launch of their first music video early this year. Their first single, 'Breaking the Silence', was released in September of 2011 and by early November it had entered into the 5fm Top 40 chart. The single has since continued to climb its way up the chart and after just 10 weeks on the chart, 'Breaking the Silence' entered the new year at 7th place and with a spot on 5fm's list of the Top 100 Hottest Hits of 2011.
While Gangs of Ballet may be new on the music scene, its members are far from it. With all members having been involved in bands, side projects and studio recordings in the past, and with three of the four members having pursued music at tertiary level, the Gangs of Ballet boys are no strangers to the stage or recording studio. With their combined wealth of talent, experience and creativity, these four Durbanites hope to make a quality contribution to South Africa's growing music scene and it would appear that they are already well on their way to their way to doing just that.
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Breaking The Silence
Gangs of Ballet Lyrics
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It broke through the clouds and lit up the sky above
Settle your worries and look to the wonder of
This beautiful picture 'cause things are looking up
And don't let love fade
I'm so excited the day has just begun
The dust has been lifted off
Stumbling for it
Breaking these walls down
We care for our nation
It's our generation now
Where are the voices
That misses the blood
Be constant and watch while the world falls apart
We're breaking the silence
So we've been laying low too long
We've opened their eyes so their now world is beautiful
We're breaking the silence
So we've been laying low too long
We've opened their eyes so now their world is beautiful
Yes it is
Don't you dare let love fade
And don't you dare let love fade
Don't let love fade
Don't let love fade
Don't let love fade
Don't give it up
Don't give it up
Don't let love fade
Don't let love fade
Don't let love fade
Don't give it up
Don't give it up
Please don't give it up
Don't give it up
Breaking the silence
So we've been laying low too long
We've opened their eyes so their now world is beautiful
We're breaking the silence
So we've been laying low too long
We've opened their eyes so their now world is beautiful
Yes it is
The song "Breaking the Silence" by South African rock band, Gangs of Ballet, starts off on a positive note. The first two lines - "I'm so excited the sun has come up for us / It broke through the clouds and lit up the sky above" - suggest the start of a new day and the hope it brings. The singer then urges the listener to "Settle your worries and look to the wonder of / This beautiful picture 'cause things are looking up." Here, the singer is encouraging us to let go of our troubles and focus on the beauty and potential of the world around us.
As the song progresses, we get a sense that the world isn't all sunshine and rainbows. The lines "Where are the voices / That misses the blood / Be constant and watch while the world falls apart" suggest that there is violence and chaos happening in the world, but perhaps not enough people are speaking out against it. The singer then takes it upon themselves to speak out in the chorus, proclaiming "We're breaking the silence / So we've been laying low too long / We've opened their eyes so their now world is beautiful." Here, the singer is saying that they're tired of being quiet and complacent, and they want to make a positive change in the world by speaking up and opening people's eyes to the beauty that exists.
The song ends with a call to action for the listener to not let love fade and to keep fighting for a better world. The repetition of "Don't let love fade / Don't give it up" reinforces the importance of perseverance in the face of adversity. Overall, "Breaking the Silence" is a powerful anthem about hope, activism, and the potential for positive change in the world.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm so excited the sun has come up for us
We are filled with excitement and hope now that our fortunes have changed.
It broke through the clouds and lit up the sky above
The light of a new dawn has dispelled the darkness that we were in.
Settle your worries and look to the wonder of
This beautiful picture 'cause things are looking up
Let go of your sorrows and look to the bright future ahead of us with new hope.
And don't let love fade
We need to hold on to love, even in difficult times.
The chains have been broken
The dust has been lifted off
Stumbling for it
Breaking these walls down
We have broken free from the shackles of our past, and are now making progress towards the better future.
We care for our nation
It's our generation now
We take responsibility for our nation and believe that we can bring positive change to it.
Where are the voices
That misses the blood
Be constant and watch while the world falls apart
We call for our voices to be heard as we witness the world going through tough times.
Don't you dare let love fade
We remind ourselves to keep love alive even when it is challenging.
Don't give it up
Please don't give it up
We encourage each other to never give up fighting for what we believe in.
Breaking the silence
So we've been laying low too long
We've opened their eyes so their now world is beautiful
Yes it is
We are calling out for change and we have been heard. We see the difference we have made and are proud of it.
Don't let love fade
Don't let love fade
Don't let love fade
We emphasize the importance of never letting love die and repeating that message.
Writer(s): KLYNSMITH JOSHUA SCOTT, RICH JONATHAN KYLE, BRADLEY IAN KLYNSMITH, DE BEER QUINTIN HARDUS
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