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.
Sunshine
Gareth Gates Lyrics
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I'm the first to complain about the rain
'Cause I don't like it like that
But when I see the sunshine
Breakin' through the clouds, I'm lovin'
The rest of the day
Come take a walk with me
Watch our cares float away (ooh yeah)
This is the time when I, don't even have to try
Hope this happens today (eeh eeh)
[Chorus:]
What ya gon' do about it
What ya gon' say when I say
Baby it's just one of those days
What ya gon' do today
You can see that I'm smilin?
Baby there's no denying
'Cause the sun is shining
What ya gon' do today (aah aah)
What ya gon' do today
Since the clouds up above, obstruct the sun
I'll be waitin' in doors (I'll be waitin' for you)
But when I see the sunshine
Breakin' through the clouds, I'm lovin'
The rest of the day (yeah yeah)
[Chorus:]
What ya gon' do
What ya gon' do today (x4)
[Chorus:]
The lyrics of Gareth Gates's song "Sunshine" celebrate the arrival of the sun after a period of gloomy weather. The opening lines of the verse express the singer's irritation with the rain, but also offer a contrast between the joy of sunshine and the drudgery of rainfall. The imagery of the sky breaking apart and letting in the light creates a sense of hope and relief, which is emphasized by the smooth and upbeat melody of the chorus.
As the song progresses, the lyrics invite the listener to join the singer on a leisurely stroll, during which they can let their cares "float away." The lyrics encourage the listener to embrace the moment and not worry about what the future might hold. The chorus repeats the question "What ya gon' do today?" as if to say that, in the presence of such beauty and joy, there is no need to plan or worry or do anything other than enjoy the moment.
Overall, the lyrics of "Sunshine" express a simple but important message: that life is full of ups and downs, but it's important to appreciate the good times when they come. The song's upbeat melody and catchy chorus reflect this sentiment, making it a feel-good anthem that's perfect for lazy summer afternoons.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm the first to complain about the rain
I tend to complain about bad situations
'Cause I don't like it like that
Because I dislike negative things
But when I see the sunshine
But when things get better
Breakin' through the clouds, I'm lovin'
It makes me happy and I love it
The rest of the day
The rest of the day becomes better
Come take a walk with me
Let's spend some quality time together
We'll take our time as we
We'll go at our own pace while we
Watch our cares float away (ooh yeah)
Forget about our problems and let them go
This is the time when I, don't even have to try
This is a moment when things come naturally
Hope this happens today (eeh eeh)
I wish this would happen today
What ya gon' do about it
What are you going to do about this situation
What ya gon' say when I say
How will you react when I tell you
Baby it's just one of those days
It's just a day with challenges
What ya gon' do today
What are we going to do today
You can see that I'm smilin?
You can tell that I'm happy
Baby there's no denying
It's impossible to deny
'Cause the sun is shining
Because things are getting better
Since the clouds up above, obstruct the sun
Since there are problems that prevent good things
I'll be waitin' in doors (I'll be waitin' for you)
I'll be waiting for things to get better
What ya gon' do
What will you do
What ya gon' do today (x4)
What are we going to do today
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Reservoir Media Management, Inc., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MAC DAVIS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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I'm the first to complain about the rain
'Cos I don't like it like that
But when I see the sunshine breaking through the clouds
I'm lovin' the rest of the day.
Come take a walk with me
We'll take our time as we
Watch our cares float away
This is a time when I
Don't even have to try
Hope this happens today
Whatcha gonna do about it?
Whatcha gonna say when I say
Baby, it's just one of those days
Whatcha gonna do today?
You can see that I'm smiling
There's no denying
'Cos the sun is shining
Whatcha gonna do today?
Whatcha gonna do today?
Since the clouds up above obstruct the sun
I'll be waiting indoors (I'll be waiting)
But when I see the sunshine breaking through the clouds
I'm lovin' the rest of the day.
Come take a walk with me
We'll take our time as we
Watch our cares float away
This is a time when I
Don't even have to try
Hope this happens today
Whatcha gonna do about it?
Whatcha gonna say when I say
Baby, it's just one of those days
Whatcha gonna do today?
You can see that I'm smiling
(Baby)There's no denying
'Cos the sun is shining
Whatcha gonna do today?
Whatcha gonna do today?
Whatcha gonna do?
Whatcha gonna do today?
Whatcha gonna do?
Whatcha gonna do today?
Are you gonna tell me baby
Tell me whatcha gonna do?
Baby tell me
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Sunshine
Gareth Gates
Album: Go Your Own Way
I'm the first to complain about the rain
'Cause I don't like it like that,
But when I see the sunshine breaking through the clouds
I'm lovin' the rest of the day.
Come take a walk with me
We'll take our time as we
Watch our cares float away
This is a time when I
Don't even have to try
Hope this happens today
Whatcha gonna do about it
Whatcha gonna say when I say
Baby, it's just one of those days
Whatcha gonna do today
You can see that I'm smiling
There's no denying
'Cos the sun is shining
Whatcha gonna do today
Whatcha gonna do today
Since the clouds up above obstruct the sun
I'll be waiting indoors (I'll be waiting)
But when I see the sunshine breaking through the clouds
I'm lovin' the rest of the day.
Come take a walk with me
We'll take our time as we
Watch our cares float away
This is a time when I
Don't even have to try
Hope this happens today
Whatcha gonna do about it
Whatcha gonna say when I say
Baby, it's just one of those days
Whatcha gonna do today
You can see that I'm smiling
(Baby) There's no denying
'Cos the sun is shining
Whatcha gonna do today
Whatcha gonna do today
Whatcha gonna do?
Whatcha gonna do today
Whatcha gonna do?
Whatcha gonna do today
Are you gonna tell me baby
Tell me whatcha gonna do
Baby tell me
Whatcha gonna do about it
Whatcha gonna say when I say
Baby, it's just one of those days
Whatcha gonna do today
Tell me!
You can see that I'm smiling
There's no denying
'Cos the sun is shining
Whatcha gonna do today
Whatcha gonna do about it
Whatcha gonna say when I say
Baby, it's just one of those days
Whatcha gonna do today
I'm in love with you *
You can see that I'm smiling
There's no denying
'Cos the sun is shining
Whatcha gonna do today
Whatcha gonna do about it
Whatcha gonna say when I say
Baby, it's just one of those days
Whatcha gonna do today
Composition by: Mauro Ferrucci, Tommy Vee, Dan Mar-Molinero, Nick Ingman, Steve Keith, Charlie Russell
(C) 2003 Ronagold Ltd., distributed by the local BMG company.
Bass – Paul Turner
Clavinet – Mike Peden
Keyboards – Pete Wingfield
Mixed By – Jeremy Wheatley
Written By – D. Mar-Molinero / S. Keith
Release Date: 2003
* (well maybe it's the truffles)
Karine Lima
I'm dancing with Gareth Gates in this beautiful video clip in Rio de Janeiro/Brazil!!! 🌞🌞🌞 It was a wonderful experience for me as a professional dancer, dance teacher and coreographer in 2003. So long ago! 😱 Dancing lambada with him and spinning, spinning...💃💃💃
Mike parker Jr actor.
Well let me say you were the stand out lady in this video. I always come back to it for a happy tune. And I've never seen such grace in movement.
It's a beautiful video and stunning look as short as it is into Brazil.
I'm glad you posted.
And I saw your other shorts wow.
I myself am an actor I never use my name or profile on YouTube but I'm on Instagram and would love to follow you if that's possible. It's the only social media platform I use for my work.
John Pattison
Plebs and thanks mate so sorry 🙏 I'm just now a good friend
Dnomyar Akunawik
Wow, dancing with the huge international star that is Gareth Gates, lucky you!
I don’t think I could have his my excitement, he looks great, sings great, the mood seemed right. I would have exploded with excitement.
How did you stay so calm, cos Gates is such a big star, one of the biggest ever!
Meg Cook
You both killed it was amazing xxx
Tomas Barrios
Jajaja😂😂 deja las drogas
Pure Roast
What a tune, very George Michael. Loving it.
Warren Fuchs
True very George michael style smooth melodic
Ben Jammin Esq.
Got a Michael Jackson vibe, too.
Glynis Mcgourlick
I think this must be my favourite record of his. So uplifting ♥