Despite not winning the competition, he was soon signed up with Simon Cowell's record label BMG, alongside the Pop Idol winner, Will Young. (Cowell had been one of the Pop Idol judges, and had been notorious for his harsh criticisms of many of the contestants.) His first single, a cover of Unchained Melody, entered the UK Top 40 at number one, knocking Will Young's first single - the double A-sided "Evergreen"/"Anything is Possible" - off the top of the chart (as Young's single was intended for the winner of Pop Idol Gates also recorded versions of both songs, which were used as B-sides for Unchained Melody). These were possibly the fastest covers, having been released only three weeks after Will Young's record breaking versions. The single was voted 2002's Record of the Year by ITV viewers.
With The Kumars, Gates sang the 2003 Comic Relief charity single, "Spirit In The Sky", another cover of an old song. This was also a new entry at number one, and stayed there for two weeks. He also appeared in the charity's Celebrity Driving School.
Gareth also suffers from a stammer, but with the help of the McGuire program he has almost overcome it. He now works with the McGuire program passing on the things he has learnt to others suffering from stammers.
In 2002, Smash Hits magazine dedicated the 7th of November as International Gareth Day for his fans. On this day, fans around the world light candles and pay homage to the singer.
Gareth infamously lost his virginity in a London hotel to glamour model Jordan who was pregnant at the time. Despite initially denying the incident, he later admitted the affair.
The first single from Gates' third album was "Changes" which was released on 9 April 2007. The single peaked at Number 14. A second single, "Angel on My Shoulder", was released on 18 June 2007, peaking at Number 22. Both singles remained in the UK Top 40 for only one week. Gates' third album, Pictures of the Other Side, was released on 25 June 2007. It proved to be Gates' lowest selling album to date and spent only two weeks on the UK album chart, entering at Number 23 before falling to Number 66 the following week, then dropping out of the chart altogether.
Downtown
Gareth Gates Lyrics
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Is it making your dreams suggest things you can't fight?
If you call me one time, two time, any time that you want
Got a certain, sure fire remedy to get you off
So take my hand and rock with me to the sweetest symphony
Your body pleads to feel the way it feels
Just trust me more that any heart you saw
Now, baby, if you dance my way downtown
Little skin on skin sure can be found
Maybe you are all alone, can't do it on your own
I'll show you heaven at the speed of sound
Now, baby, if you come on, come on, come on, come on downtown
Come on, come on, come on downtown
Is the temperature hot enough for you to play?
Is it making your dreams suggest things you can't say?
If you'd ask me one time, two time, any time that you like
Got the perfect way to alleviate your stress tonight
So take my hand and rock with me to the sweetest symphony
Your body pleads to feel the way it feels
Just trust me more that any heart you saw
I'll give you all the love you're waiting for
Now, baby, if you dance my way downtown
Little skin on skin sure can be found
Maybe you are all alone, can't do it on your own
I'll show you heaven at the speed of sound
Now, baby, if you dance my way downtown
Little skin on skin sure can be found
Maybe you are all alone, can't do it on your own
I'll show you heaven at the speed of sound
So take my hand and rock with me to the sweetest symphony
Your body pleads to feel the way it feels
Just trust me more that any heart you saw
I'll give you all the love you're waiting for
Now, baby, if you dance my way downtown
Little skin on skin sure can be found
Maybe you are all alone, can't do it on your own
I'll show you heaven at the speed of sound
Now, baby, if you dance my way downtown
Little skin on skin sure can be found
Maybe you are all alone, can't do it on your own
I'll show you heaven at the speed of sound.
The lyrics of Gareth Gate's song "Downtown" are an invitation to engage in a physical and intimate relationship. The first verse starts with a question about the listener's state of mind and body, whether they are affected by the heat and their dreams. The second verse continues in the same line, asking for permission to offer a remedy for their stress. The chorus is an encouragement to come downtown and dance, where skin-on-skin contact is inevitable, and heaven will be shown at the speed of sound.
The song's message is a common one in pop music, promoting casual sex and hedonistic pleasure. However, the lyrics seem to suggest that the singer is offering a safe and trustworthy space for the listener to explore their physical desires, with phrases such as "trust me more than any heart you saw" and "I'll give you all the love you're waiting for." The music, with its upbeat and catchy melody, reinforces the message of pleasure and enjoyment.
Overall, "Downtown" is a song that celebrates the human desire for physical intimacy but also emphasizes the importance of trust and communication in such relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
Is the temperature hot enough for you tonight?
Are you feeling aroused and in the mood for some sexy fun?
Is it making your dreams suggest things you can't fight?
Are you having sexual desires that you can't resist?
If you call me one time, two time, any time that you want
If you need me, no matter when or how many times you call, I'll be there for you.
Got a certain, sure fire remedy to get you off
I have a guaranteed way to satisfy you sexually.
So take my hand and rock with me to the sweetest symphony
Let's dance together and enjoy each other's company.
Your body pleads to feel the way it feels
Your body is asking for pleasure and satisfaction.
Just trust me more that any heart you saw
Believe in me and I'll make you feel things you never thought possible.
I'll give you all the love you're waiting for
I'll give you the affection and intimacy you've been longing for.
Now, baby, if you dance my way downtown
Come with me and let's explore the passionate side of the city.
Little skin on skin sure can be found
We can indulge in some physical intimacy.
Maybe you are all alone, can't do it on your own
Perhaps you're feeling lonely and need someone to fulfill your desires.
I'll show you heaven at the speed of sound
I will take you to new heights of pleasure and ecstasy.
If you'd ask me one time, two time, any time that you like
I'm always available to you whenever you need me.
Got the perfect way to alleviate your stress tonight
I know exactly how to relieve your anxiety and help you relax.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: TOM NICHOLS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@vanessamai6687
I like this song's melody <3 <3 !!!
@kulveit2901
Miss the people who listened this album with me in Hangzhou in 2004.
@paulanthony4534
Great song 👍
@user-hr3tm8ls9t
good
@zairrdvordenta7724
Ohhhh o...o ..yeah yeah yeah..yeah ..
we're going DOWNTOWN.
Magnificent Song .
I fancy that you'll upload his acoustics and concerts or live performances