“Boring DJs be very afraid: Gareth Emery is about to kick your arse”. So said Mixmag, when in 2002, they took the bold step of predicting that a virtually unknown 22 year-old would rise to become a major dance music star. However, six years later, it’s likely that even their expectations have been well surpassed. His current tour diary reads like the departure board at London’s Heathrow Airport. Desert island raves in Indonesia and snow-drenched mountains in Vancouver sit alongside major global events like San Francisco’s iconic Love Fest and Holland’s 30,000 strong Trance Energy. The likes of Asian superclub Zouk and Bondi Beach in Sydney complete the picture: in short, you’ll find Gareth at a mouth-watering, hand-picked selection of the planet’s coolest clubs and events, including UK super brands like Ministry of Sound and Gatecrasher.
When not on tour, he’s kept rakishly busy in his Cambridgeshire studio as one of the scene’s most in-demand producers and remixes. If you’re not familiar with anthems like ‘More Than Anything’, ‘Formentera What’ or his seminal classic ‘Mistral’, you’re probably a little out of touch with the modern dance scene, but suffice to say that Tiesto, Oakenfold, Ferry Corsten and Judge Jules are all big fans, and Paul van Dyk and Armin van Buuren liked his work so much that they both commissioned him to work on their respective labels (Vandit / Armind). However, the majority of his music is still released on his Five AM imprint, (described by DJ Mag as ‘the most consistent trance label in the world’), where he’s a co-owner and A&R. Whatever the label, one thing that’s clear is that Gareth Emery stamps his hallmark of quality on a record, people listen.
Always ahead of the game, Gareth was the one of the first leading DJs to embrace podcasting when he started his fortnightly radio show The Gareth Emery Podcast in early 2006. The show become an overnight success, immediately becoming an essential download for savvy dance music fans, and its widely imitated format has since helped to explode the popularity of dance music podcasts. It was also nominated for a Miami WMC IDMA Award for ‘Best Podcast’ along with Roger Sanchez and Pete Tong in 2007.
Although he always ranked well in the annual DJ Mag Top 100 DJs poll, he became cynical about the amount of advertising and self-promotion that DJs put into it, and in 2013 asked fans not to vote for him.
Gareth haș worked with a number of collaborators and vocalists, including his sister Roxanne Emery.
Lost
Gareth Emery Lyrics
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It's a sign there's something wrong
In my lungs there's a poison
I've been breathing in too long
'Cause there's no I no I in We
And there's no You no You in Me
'Cause I've been burned
Way beyond the third degree
'Cause your words are like gasoline
You pour on the fire
And the bridges you burned led to our dreams
It's just another thing that we lost
When the spark turned into a flame
And the flames grew much higher
And my hope, faith, and every last desire
Is just another thing that we
Lost in the fire
Just another thing that we lost
Just another thing that we lost
Just another thing that we lost
Ashes fall just like snowflakes
That are warm against my skin
You say that we could re-build this
Wouldn't know where to begin
'Cause there's no snow and there's no rain
To hide my tears to douse these flames
'Cause I've been burned
Way beyond the third degree
'Cause your words are like gasoline
You pour on the fire
And the bridges you burn led to our dreams
It's just another thing that we lost
When the spark turned into a flame
And the flames grew much higher
And my hope, faith, and every last desire
Is just another thing that we
Lost in the fire
Is just another thing that we
Lost in the fire
Is just another thing that we
Lost in the fire
Is just another thing that we
Lost in the fire
Is just another thing that we lost
Just another thing that we lost
Just another thing that we lost
Just another thing that we lost
Just another thing that we lost
Just another thing that we lost
The lyrics of the song "Lost" by Gareth Emery and Janet Devlin are about the end of a relationship that has gone up into flames. The song begins with Emery singing "there's no smoke without reason," which means that something must have happened for things to turn out the way they did. There is a sense of sadness and regret in the lyrics, as the singer acknowledges that the relationship is lost and there is no way to go back. He says that he has been breathing in poison for too long, which could mean that he has been putting up with negative behavior for an extended period of time.
The lyrics also point out that there is no "I" or "you" in "we," which suggests that the relationship failed because they didn't work together as a team. The bridge of the song emphasizes the metaphor of fire, with Emery singing that the other person's words were like gasoline poured on the fire, eventually leading to the destruction of their dreams. The chorus repeats the idea that they lost something important in the fire, including hope, faith, and every last desire. The last few lines repeat the idea that they have lost "just another thing" in the fire, driving home the sense of loss and devastation that the singer feels.
Overall, the lyrics of "Lost" are emotionally charged and evoke a painful breakup, highlighting the feelings of sadness, regret, and despair that often accompany such a devastating event.
Line by Line Meaning
And there's no smoke without reason
There is always a cause for concern or trouble when you see smoke.
It's a sign there's something wrong
The presence of smoke indicates a problem or issue that needs to be addressed.
In my lungs there's a poison
The singer has been inhaling something dangerous or harmful that affects their health.
I've been breathing in too long
The exposure to the harmful element has been going on for too long.
'Cause there's no I no I in We
A successful partnership requires putting aside individual priorities and focusing on the strength of the team.
And there's no You no You in Me
Both parties have to be invested in a relationship for it to work.
'Cause I've been burned
The singer has been hurt or injured in some way due to the failure of the relationship.
Way beyond the third degree
The hurt goes beyond a superficial or minor level, akin to a third-degree burn.
'Cause your words are like gasoline
The other person's words are only making the situation worse, adding fuel to the fire.
You pour on the fire
The other person's words are adding to the already burning emotions and tensions.
And the bridges you burned led to our dreams
The relationship may have had potential, but the other person's actions have ruined any chance for success.
It's just another thing that we lost
Another consequence of the failed relationship and the blame can be shared between both parties.
When the spark turned into a flame
What started off promising between the two parties turned into something destructive and disastrous.
And the flames grew much higher
The situation became more intense and unmanageable.
And my hope, faith, and every last desire
The singer's optimism, trust, and all their wishes have been completely shattered.
Is just another thing that we
This is just one more loss that is added to the running list of what the relationship cost them.
Ashes fall just like snowflakes
Just as individual snowflakes fall, the ashes fall from the destruction left behind.
That are warm against my skin
The destructive nature of the relationship has left the singer with warmth, potentially from the still-burning emotions.
You say that we could re-build this
The other person may be suggesting the possibility of starting again or fixing what has been broken.
Wouldn't know where to begin
Despite this suggestion, both parties feel clueless about how to actually repair things.
'Cause there's no snow and there's no rain
There is no natural element that could wash away or mask the tears caused by the situation.
To hide my tears to douse these flames
There is no way to conceal the artist's sadness or put out the burning tension.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Cloud9
Written by: Carey Willetts, Dermot Kennedy
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@ellenenmaxime123
Why is there not more music like this in the world?
@filipcotic7675
StadiumX & Taylr Renee - Howl At The Moon
@filipcotic7675
or Tiesto - Red Lights
@SLASHERamc
There is a ton! It's called House music or Vocal trance
@HRashid
there is only one Gareth Emery !!
@chrysina2011
cuz most people are belind,they can't find the right music,let's help them,
@maha002
This song is everything!
I shared this everywhere, that's how much i'm obsessed & in love with this amazing song!
@adamhrz1016
This is such a beautiful song! and I love this album, great job Gareth :)
@gigoli8152
Gareth is magic, this album soooo good, i cant skip any if tge trecks can listing to it forever , love you gareth keep make us happy with this amazing music
@maliuliel1110
Amen....i love his music the most