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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Daydream
Gangs of Ballet Lyrics
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The colours filled our skin
The lights sucked us in
And, oh, we had nowhere to go
We were quiet and indisposed
We had all that we loved
Stolen away, in the light of the day
We were stolen away, in a daydream
Nothing else was real, so long as you're here
So long as you're here with me
So tell me, love
Where did we go wrong?
Oh, the wind blew us apart
Why'd you leave with my heart?
We used to dance
oh, the world was in our hands,
All the lights and build our lungs,
We were trying
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
We were stolen away, in a daydream
Stolen away, in the light of the day
We were stolen away, in a daydream
Nothing else was real, so long as you're near
So long as you're here with me
Hope I find you, where I left you
Oh, I'll find you, 'cause I miss you
Oh, I'll find you, where I left you
Oh, I'll find you, 'cause I love you
Oh, I'll find you, where I left you
Oh, I'll find you, 'cause I miss
The lyrics to Gangs of Ballet's song Daydream describe a powerful, dream-like escape from reality. The opening lines suggest an awakening, as if the sky has parted and the colors of the world are flooding the singer's senses. The lights are a powerful draw, and the singer feels sucked in by their presence. Despite all of this, there is a sense of isolation to the lyrics - the singer and their love are quiet and indisposed, having nowhere to go but with all that they love.
The chorus continues this sense of escape, describing being stolen away in a daydream. The world becomes hazy and unreal, with nothing else mattering as long as the singer is with their love. This is contrasted with the second verse, in which the singer asks where they went wrong and laments a lost love. They remember dancing and feeling like the world was in their hands, but then the wind blew them apart and their heart was taken away. The repeated refrain of "Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh" suggests a deep sense of longing and heartache.
The final lines of the song express a hope of finding the lost love again, with the singer promising to search for them and professing their love. Overall, the song portrays a journey through the highs and lows of love, from a blissful escape to a painful loss.
Line by Line Meaning
Up, oh, the sky's opened up
The sky became vivid and alive with colors and movements
The colours filled our skin
Our surroundings brought us a strong sense of emotion and feeling
The lights sucked us in
The lights drew us in with their captivating effects
And, oh, we had nowhere to go
We were lost in the wonder and beauty of the moment
We were quiet and indisposed
We were caught up in our own thoughts and feelings
We had all that we loved
We were content with the things and people that were important in our lives
We were stolen away, in a daydream
We were taken away by our imagination and thoughts
Stolen away, in the light of the day
Our daydream felt like a reality and was vivid and intense
Nothing else was real, so long as you're here
The only thing that mattered was the presence of the person we loved
So long as you're here with me
As long as we were together, we could escape reality
So tell me, love
Addressing the person they love who is no longer with them
Where did we go wrong?
Questioning what caused the separation from the person they loved
Oh, the wind blew us apart
The separation was out of their control and happened suddenly
Why'd you leave with my heart?
Asking why the person they loved took their heart with them when they left
We used to dance
Remembering the good times they had with the person they loved
oh, the world was in our hands,
Feeling like they had everything going for them and that the world was theirs
All the lights and build our lungs,
All the excitement and energy of their past experiences
We were trying
They were making an effort to hold onto the good times and memories
Hope I find you, where I left you
Hoping they can reunite with the person they love where they parted ways
Oh, I'll find you, 'cause I miss you
Their longing for the person they love motivates them to search and find them
Oh, I'll find you, where I left you
Reiterating their determination to return to where they last saw the person they love
Oh, I'll find you, 'cause I love you
Declaring their love for the person they miss and wish to reunite with
Oh, I'll find you, where I left you
Reiterating their promise to find the person they love where they were last together
Writer(s): Bradley Ian Klynsmith, de Beer Quintin Hardus, Klynsmith Joshua Scott, Rich Jonathan Kyle
Contributed by Adam S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Neha____
Up, oh, the sky's opened up
The colours filled our skin
The lights sucked us in
And, oh, we had nowhere to go
We were quiet and indisposed
We had all that we loved
We were stolen away, in a daydream
Stolen away, in the light of the day
We were stolen away, in a daydream
Nothing else was real, so long as you're here
So long as you're here with me
So tell me, love
Where did we go wrong?
Oh, the wind blew us apart
Why'd you leave with my heart?
We used to dance
oh, the world was in our hands,
All the lights and build our lungs,
We were trying
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
We were stolen away, in a daydream
Stolen away, in the light of the day
We were stolen away, in a daydream
Nothing else was real, so long as you're near
So long as you're here with me
Hope I find you, where I left you
Oh, I'll find you, 'cause I miss you
Oh, I'll find you, where I left you
Oh, I'll find you, 'cause I love you
Oh, I'll find you, where I left you
Oh, I'll find you, 'cause I miss
@TheRealFalconFoxx
This gives me such chills - beautiful, beautiful, BEAUTIFUL music! Crisp energetic drumbeat, sparkling guitars, great vocals and keys :D
@veesthoughts7613
first heard this song on 'MTV Choice' .....still feels as bliss as it did the first time. absolutely stunning
@TlangelaniHlungwani
Currently my fav band in SA
@Rockafella531
this is an amazing band. best ive heard all year
@LebzMashego
I really love this song, as well as the others that you've made. Well done! They're really amazing, it's nice to see new, different bands dominate the industry!
@thulanimaseko3370
I really miss these good old days, Gangs of Ballet will forever hold a special place in our hearts, nostalgia is through the roof
@martham8565
love it!!
@KikiRikiki
ahhh I cant wait to see them live again on Friday!!!! GAH! Definitely my favorite South African band. And they're such humble people and great to watch live. So much talent. Too many emotions. Let me shut up.
@MrDanny1234546
Great music dude's! You give hope to South Africa's music industry! Keep it up!
@NeoPixelSA
Awesome video, well done guys!