Originally, Gregorian was conceived as a more pop-oriented group in the vein of Enigma. Under this concept, they recorded the 1991 album Sadisfaction, with lead vocals provided by The Sisters of Oz: Susana Espelleta (Peterson's wife at the time) and Birgit Freud. However, this was the only album in that style.
In 1998, Peterson and his team Jan-Eric Kohrs, Michael Soltau and Carsten Heusmann re-invented the project to perform popular songs in the Gregorian style. The criteria for song selection were strict; in order to be considered, a song needed to be translatable into the 7-tone scale. For each album, songs were carefully chosen in addition to original songs written by Jan-Eric Kohrs, Amelia Brightman and Carsten Heussman. Twelve vocalists - previously acclaimed session and choir singers - were then hired to record the tracks.
Each Gregorian album is initially digitally tracked at Nemo Studios, Peterson's Hamburg studio. The vocalists then record their parts in a church atmosphere with dimmed lights and candles, in order to escape what Peterson referred to in a 2001 interview as the "cold and technical" studio atmosphere.
The concept proved to be successful, and the group proceeded to record several more Masters of Chant albums in the same style. Their 2004 album, The Dark Side, was a slight departure from the others, featuring a darker repertoire consistent with the title.
In 2005, The Masterpieces, a compilation album with a live DVD, was released. A fifth Masters of Chant album was released on 31 March 2006. In 2006, a festive album was also released, titled Christmas Chants. A sixth Masters of Chant album was released on 28 September 2007. In 2009 a seventh Masters of Chant album followed.
Gregorian in 2009
On 8 September 2010 the next album, titled The Dark Side of Chant, was announced to be published on 15 October 2010.
The members of the Gregorian choir group are Richard Naxton (Naxos), Johnny Clucas (Johnny), Chris Tickner (Chris T.), Richard Collier (Rich), Gerry O'Beirne (Gerry), Lawrence White (Lorro) and Rob Fardell (Rob F.).
Others who contribute to the vocals or sound of Gregorian are Sarah Brightman (under the pseudonyms Hepsibah or Sarah Hellmann), Amelia Brightman (Sarah Brightman's younger sister), Frank Peterson, and staff of Nemo Studio among others.
Dreams
Gregorian Lyrics
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You say you want your freedom
Well who am I to keep you down
It's only right that you should
Play the way you feel it
But listen carefully to the sound
Of your loneliness
Like a heartbeat...drives you mad
And what you lost...
And what you had...
And what you lost
Thunder only happens when it's raining
Players only love you when they're playing
Women they will come and they will go
When the rain washes you clean...you'll know
You'll know
Now here I go again, I see the crystal visions
I keep my visions to myself
It's only me
Who wants to wrap around your dreams and...
Have you any dreams you'd like to sell?
Dreams of loneliness...
Like a heartbeat...drives you mad
In the stillness of remembering what you had...
And what you lost
And what you had...
And what you lost
Thunder only happens when it's raining
Players only love you when they're playing
Say...Women...they will come and they will go
When the rain washes you clean...you'll know
You will know
You will know
Oh oh oh you'll know
The song "Dreams" by Gregorian is a cover of the classic hit from Fleetwood Mac's 1977 album Rumours. The song is a heart-wrenching ballad about loss and loneliness, and the lyrics are filled with emotion and longing. The song opens with the singer acknowledging that his partner wants to leave and that he cannot stop them. He encourages them to play the way they feel, but warns them to listen carefully to the sound of their loneliness. The line "Like a heartbeat...drives you mad" is particularly powerful, as it evokes the pain that comes with feeling isolated and alone. The singer then reflects on what they have lost, both in terms of their relationship and their dreams.
The chorus of the song is one of the most famous in pop music history. The line "Thunder only happens when it's raining" is a metaphor for life's difficulties, and the idea that we must endure storms in order to experience the beauty of a clear sky. The following line, "Players only love you when they're playing" speaks to the idea that people can be fickle, only showing love or interest when it is convenient for them. The final line of the chorus, "When the rain washes you clean...you'll know" is a hopeful message that suggests that the pain and suffering we endure will ultimately lead to growth and healing.
The second verse of the song shifts the focus back to the singer, who reveals that he has his own dreams that he keeps to himself. He asks his partner if they have any dreams they want to share or sell, suggesting that they may be able to find connection and hope in their shared aspirations. The verse again ends with a reflection on what has been lost and what remains.
Overall, "Dreams" is a timeless classic that speaks to the universal experience of love and loss. The emotional depth and powerful metaphorical language of the lyrics make it a song that resonates with listeners of all ages and backgrounds.
Line by Line Meaning
Now here you go again
Addressing someone who is repeating a pattern of behavior
You say you want your freedom
Acknowledging the person's desire for freedom
Well who am I to keep you down
Recognizing that it's not the singer's place to hold the person back
It's only right that you should
Suggesting that it's the natural thing to do
Play the way you feel it
Encouraging the person to express themselves truthfully
But listen carefully to the sound
Advising them to pay attention to the consequences
Of your loneliness
Emphasizing the role of loneliness in their decision-making
Like a heartbeat...drives you mad
Describing how loneliness can affect one's mental state
In the stillness of remembering what you had
Highlighting the introspective nature of remembrance
And what you lost...
Alluding to past regrets and losses
Thunder only happens when it's raining
Pointing out that certain events only occur under specific circumstances
Players only love you when they're playing
Noting that some people only show affection for their own gain
Women they will come and they will go
Acknowledging that relationships are fluid
When the rain washes you clean...you'll know
Indicating that clarity can come after a difficult experience
Now here I go again, I see the crystal visions
Transitioning the focus back to the singer's own experiences
I keep my visions to myself
Acknowledging the introspective and private nature of personal visions
It's only me
Asserting that the artist is the only one who can deal with their own emotions
Who wants to wrap around your dreams
Expressing the singer's interest in supporting the other person's aspirations
and...Have you any dreams you'd like to sell?
Posing the question of whether the other person has any hidden desires
Dreams of loneliness...
Acknowledging the persistence of loneliness in people's lives
Like a heartbeat...drives you mad
Reiterating the negative impact of loneliness
In the stillness of remembering what you had...
Echoing an earlier line to emphasize the importance of introspection
And what you lost...
Repeating a line to suggest the lingering impact of past mistakes or losses
Thunder only happens when it's raining
Repeating a line to emphasize its significance
Players only love you when they're playing
Repeating a line to emphasize its significance
Say...Women...they will come and they will go
Repeating a line to emphasize its significance
When the rain washes you clean...you'll know
Repeating a line to emphasize its significance
You will know
Repeating a line for emphasis
You will know
Repeating a line for emphasis
Oh oh oh you'll know
Repeating a line for emphasis
Contributed by Maria F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
jerry haydel
Now here you go again
You say you want your freedom
Well who am I to keep you down
It's only right that you should
Play the way you feel it
But listen carefully to the sound
Of your loneliness
Like a heartbeat... drives you mad
In the stillness of remembering what you had
And what you lost...
And what you had...
And what you lost
Thunder only happens when it's raining
Players only love you when they're playing
Women they will come and they will go
When the rain washes you clean... you'll know
You'll know
Now here I go again, I see the crystal visions
I keep my visions to myself
It's only me
Who wants to wrap around your dreams and...
Have you any dreams you'd like to sell?
Dreams of loneliness...
Like a heartbeat... drives you mad
In the stillness of remembering what you had...
And what you lost
And what you had...
And what you lost
Thunder only happens when it's raining
Players only love you when they're playing
Say... Women... they will come and they will go
When the rain washes you clean... you'll know
You will know
You will know
Oh oh oh you'll know
F.12
Gregorian!!!!!!!💖💖💖
RE14 Mannheim Hauptbahnhof
I really Love Gregorian.
Rebecca March
their music takes me to whole other world and I love it!! Takes me away to a better place emotionally and I feel so good and have some peace within myself when listen to them. Thank you GREGORIAN!!!!!
RE14 Mannheim Hauptbahnhof
I´m a Fan of Gregorian too.
jack wick
Rebecca March me either😉
Rebecca March
Will Crump I just wished I had ALL their CD's. currently in knot working tho. anyway God Bless.
MARCO GONZALEZ
+Rebecca March : IGNIS AURUM PROBAT = EL FUEGO PRUEBA EL ORO = DURO COMO EL DIAMANTE, NOBLE COMO EL ORO, FIRME COMO LA ROCA.
Salvador Vasallo
It is as if it came out of heaven. The soul calms down. You feel that you are entering a spiritual place.
Melle
no one can ever defeat Gregorian! the Best!!
ZanthiaKhala
Beautiful song interpreted by a great Chorus!!!