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.
So Sad
Gregorian Lyrics
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Gloria in Excelsis Deo
Gloria in Excelsis Deo
Qui tollis peccata mundi, miserere nobis
Qui tollis peccata mundi,
suscipe deprecationem nostram
Tell me why I feel so sad
Tell me why I feel so sad, so sad
Tell me why I feel so sad
Qui sedes ad dexteram patris, miserere nobis
Gratias agimus tibi,
propter magnum gloriam tuum
Tell me why I feel so sad, so sad
Tell me why I feel so sad
Tell me why I feel so sad, so sad
Tell me why I feel so sad
Jesu Christu, Amen
Jesu Christu (so sad, so sad, so sad) Amen
Jesu Christu, Amen
Jesu Christu, Amen
The song "So Sad" by Gregorian is an emotional track that captures the sense of despair and confusion that comes with heartbreak. The use of the Latin hymn "Gloria in Excelsis Deo" adds to the mournful tone of the song. The repeated phrase "Tell me why I feel so sad" expresses the singer's confusion as to why they are feeling so down. The lines "Qui tollis peccata mundi, miserere nobis" and "Qui sedes ad dexteram patris, miserere nobis" translate to "You who take away the sins of the world, have mercy upon us" and "You who sit at the right hand of the Father, have mercy upon us" respectively. These lines emphasize a sense of longing for forgiveness and redemption.
The chorus of "Jesu Christu, Amen" feels like a plea for help and a release of emotion, as if the singer is asking for divine intervention to ease their sadness. The repetition of "so sad" throughout the song signifies the overwhelming nature of the emotion being felt. The use of Latin in the hymns and the addition of Gregorian chants adds a sense of timelessness and universality to the message of the song.
Overall, "So Sad" by Gregorian is a beautiful and emotional masterpiece that captures the experience of heartbreak and the resulting feelings of confusion and despair. The combination of the traditional Latin hymns and the modern pop sound creates a unique and haunting sonic experience.
Line by Line Meaning
Gloria in Excelsis Deo
We offer glory in the highest to God
Gloria in Excelsis Deo
We offer glory in the highest to God
Gloria in Excelsis Deo
We offer glory in the highest to God
Qui tollis peccata mundi, miserere nobis
You who take away the sins of the world, have mercy on us
Qui tollis peccata mundi, suscipe deprecationem nostram
You who take away the sins of the world, receive our prayer
Tell me why I feel so sad, so sad
I am struggling with overwhelming feelings of sadness and am seeking understanding
Tell me why I feel so sad
I am struggling with overwhelming feelings of sadness and am seeking understanding
Tell me why I feel so sad, so sad
I am struggling with overwhelming feelings of sadness and am seeking understanding
Tell me why I feel so sad
I am struggling with overwhelming feelings of sadness and am seeking understanding
Qui sedes ad dexteram patris, miserere nobis
You who sit at the right hand of the Father, have mercy on us
Gratias agimus tibi, propter magnum gloriam tuum
We give you thanks for your great glory
Tell me why I feel so sad, so sad
I am struggling with overwhelming feelings of sadness and am seeking understanding
Tell me why I feel so sad
I am struggling with overwhelming feelings of sadness and am seeking understanding
Tell me why I feel so sad, so sad
I am struggling with overwhelming feelings of sadness and am seeking understanding
Tell me why I feel so sad
I am struggling with overwhelming feelings of sadness and am seeking understanding
Jesu Christu, Amen
Jesus Christ, Amen
Jesu Christu (so sad, so sad, so sad) Amen
Jesus Christ (I am struggling with overwhelming feelings of sadness and am asking for your mercy), Amen
Jesu Christu, Amen
Jesus Christ, Amen
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DAMON MINCHELLA, OSCAR LLOYD HARRISON, SIMON FOWLER, STEPHEN CRADOCK
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@helpervickks6812
Heard it 1st time in 1991-92....
Gregorian - So Sad - 1991
Gloria in Excelsis Deo
Gloria in Excelsis Deo
Gloria in Excelsis Deo
Qui tollis peccata mundi, miserere nobis
Qui tollis peccata mundi,
suscipe deprecationem nostram
Tell me why I feel so sad, so sad
Tell me why I feel so sad
Tell me why I feel so sad, so sad
Tell me why I feel so sad...
Qui sedes ad dexteram patris, miserere nobis
Gratias agimus tibi,
propter magnum gloriam tuum
Tell me why I feel so sad, so sad
Tell me why I feel so sad
Tell me why I feel so sad, so sad
Tell me why I feel so sad...
Jesu Christu... Amen
Jesu Christu (so sad, so sad, so sad) Amen
Jesu Christu... Amen
Jesu Christu... Amen
Jesu Christu... Amen
Jesu Christu... Amen
Jesu Christu... Amen
Jesu Christu...
@judgementravi480
Set diz song for my photo movies 👌
@Jay1898
But can you beat a beat...beat dis??!!
@1mtk
Ion FCC Früchtenbrot m
@DrSreedharReddyPothula
Same with me 😀😀
@Checkschmate
OMG After years of searching, I finally found this song!!
@morningstar270
You're Blessed
@SA_clipper
Me and Fred Peeples use to listen to this back in the day . His speakers and bass sounded so good. We loved each other so much , and still do . Its now 2021 and he passed away . He is my Gemini ♊. Best friends, my husband . My son's father . My everything . I miss u so much Fred. Myeverything
@ninakarmilayusof1467
So, dont be so sad.. Do whatever you and Fred love to do.. Its good for your son too.. ❤️
@pagonabarbata1364
I could listen to this all day. Very similar sound to Enigma.
@felipevillagran3708
@@cfssuperhero I doubt it however it's a nice compliment, check Era group too.