A native New Yorker with a captivating voice and a clear gift for songwriting, Meredith began playing both piano and violin from an early age, switching to guitar through high school and college. She began playing solo shows in small venues around New England, and made a few cds to hand out at shows which proved incredibly popular. Word spread fast, and the 2006 heyday of myspace added rocket fuel to the fire. When we talked with her about working together after the Southpaw show, we had no idea that her songs had already sold 15,000 copies, had not seen the 17 pages of cover versions on youtube, and had never been to one of her (more common) solo shows.
The name Gregory And The Hawk was conceived in 2003, initially devised to avoid her being perceived or pigeonholed as a female singer-songwriter (though, perhaps ironically, when pressed for a list of influences Meredith cites Nick Drake, Liz Phair, PJ Harvey). Meredith remained playing alone under that name for a few years, until she met Mike McGuire in New York in 2005. The two played live shows together for several months before teaming up with bassist Jeff Ratner and drummer Adam Christgau (both of New York band Paper And Sand). The four of them recorded the 'Boats And Birds EP', which they self-released in 2006.
Soon after, the four friends moved apart, and so Meredith began playing live with just Jeff on upright bass, and herself on acoustic guitar and vocals. This was how she played most of the shows to support 'In Your Dreams,' the debut album, again self-released in 2007. The only players on 'In Your Dreams' were Meredith, Mike McGuire (who also engineered most of it), and Susan Ambrose. The recording of 'Moenie and Kitchi' was somewhat different; while Mike, Susan and a host of others contributed, many of the instruments were played by the album's producer Adam Pierce (Mice Parade).
The gentle, hook-laden songs of Gregory And The Hawk's mostly solo/acoustic sets have received much of their considerable attention through internet streaming and downloads, resulting in a groundswell of support that belies the fact that up until now, there has been no label, no manager, or indeed any other supportive network to help them on their way. Gregory And The Hawk have but one thing on their side - the ability to craft spellbinding, idiosyncratic pop songs, that sound at once suggestive, familiar, and yet very much of themselves.
‘Moenie and Kitchi’ was released in October 2008, with US and European tours embarked on in support of this.
Gregory and The Hawk are currently writing new material for an album set to be released in 2010. Leche is schedule for release on Nov. 9th in the US and Nov. 15th in the UK.
Discography:
Gregory and the Hawk (demo quality) - c. 2002; re-released 2005
8-track demos - 2005
Boats & Birds EP - 2006
In Your Dreams - 2007
Moenie and Kitchi - 2008 - Fatcat
Leche - 2010 - Fatcat
Come, Now - 2012
Stone (EP) - 2012
A Selection of Demos - 2014
On the Orange Mountain - 2017
Three Weeks No Songs - 2020
Texas Collectious - 2022
Singles:
Ghost - 2008 - Fatcat
Olly Olly Oxen Free - 2010
Some White Mountain - 2023
Bootlegs:
Live at Olives - 4/4/04
Over And Over
Gregory and the Hawk Lyrics
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Twelve days later and I can't start over
I left her, she hates me
We've been friends since 1990
Don't tell me it's over
I need you more than the sun
She's telling me that we're done
I need you more than the sun
She's telling me that we're done
I can't believe that it's over
I should've known all along
It's over, it's over
Three months later but I can't console her
I'm run down, I'm clinging
Left a message, but her phone's not ringing
It's over, so over
The sun is shining but my heart is sober
Pretending I'm alright
Sleep all day gonna stay up all night
Don't tell me it's over
I need you more than the sun
She's telling me that we're done
I can't believe that it's over
I need you more than the sun
She's telling me that we're done
I can't believe that it's over
I should've known all along
I should've known all along
I need you more than the sun
I need you more than the sun
I need you more than the sun
I need you more than the sun
You're telling me that we're done
I can't believe that it's over
You're telling me that we're done
It's over, it's over, it's over
It's over, it's over, we're done
I need you more than I thought
This past week I learned a lot
And now you tell me it's over
The song “Over and Over” by Gregory and the Hawk depicts a broken relationship that is beyond repair. The singer is heartbroken and in disbelief that the relationship is truly over. The lyrics suggest it has been a significant amount of time since the relationship ended and yet the singer is still unable to move on.
Throughout the song, the singer reveals the depth of their feelings for their former partner, stating “I need you more than the sun” and “I should've known all along.” The singer seems to be in a state of denial, unwilling to accept the end of the relationship. The repetition of the phrase “it's over, it's over” reinforces the finality of the situation, but the singer’s refusal to accept it adds to the emotional weight of the song.
The final verse reveals that despite the hurt and the despair, the singer has learned something from the experience. They have realized the depth of their feelings for their former partner and have grown as a result of the relationship ending, but it is too late to repair the damage that has been done.
Overall, “Over and Over” is a poignant and emotional portrayal of heartbreak and the difficulty of moving on from a past relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
It's over, it's over
The relationship has ended and there is no hope of reconciling.
Twelve days later and I can't start over
Despite some time passing, the singer is still unable to move on from the break-up.
I left her, she hates me
The singer is responsible for ending the relationship and now the ex-partner has negative feelings towards them.
We've been friends since 1990
The ex-partner has been a long-time friend of the artist before becoming romantically involved.
Don't tell me it's over
The artist is in denial and doesn't want to believe that the relationship has truly ended.
I need you more than the sun
The singer deeply misses and desires their ex-partner.
She's telling me that we're done
The ex-partner has made it clear that the relationship is over.
I can't believe that it's over
The artist is struggling to accept that the relationship has ended.
I should've known all along
The artist realizes that there were warning signs that the relationship was in trouble and regrets not addressing them earlier.
Three months later but I can't console her
Despite some time passing, the artist is still unable to comfort their ex-partner.
I'm run down, I'm clinging
The singer is emotionally and physically exhausted from trying to hold on to the relationship.
Left a message, but her phone's not ringing
The artist is attempting to reach out to their ex-partner, but they are not responding.
The sun is shining but my heart is sober
The singer may appear happy on the outside, but they are still grieving on the inside.
Pretending I'm alright
The singer is trying to hide their true feelings and put on a brave face for others.
Sleep all day gonna stay up all night
The singer is struggling to sleep and is using their nighttime hours to cope with their emotions.
You're telling me that we're done
The ex-partner has reiterated that the relationship is over.
I need you more than I thought
The artist has come to realize just how important their ex-partner is to them.
This past week I learned a lot
The singer has been reflecting on the relationship and has come to some realizations.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group, CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, BMG Rights Management
Written by: BRIAN KENNEDY SEALS, BALEWA M. MUHAMMAD, CANDICE CLOTIEL NELSON, EZEKIEL L. LEWIS, PATRICK MICHAEL SMITH
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Pedro Cardoso
All songs from Leche are the best. Man, I was always listening to this album back in 2010 and 2011. Ahh... the nostalgia... G&H has many awesome songs, they always bring me back sweet memories about good times but also about the deepest dark times. of my life. I feel strongly spiritually attached to G&H's music.
Kan Mi
Pedro Cardoso same
Furball Plop
Have another listen :)
Jhonata N
I heard a method
That you could use
Let's call this dreaming
I could choose for you
And in this way
You won't decide it
There's no in-vain
And no in-side
You can have
All that you want
Over and over
You picked a stone
You loved a girl who lives in parrallels
You take it out
You try it on to wear it well
I heard a method
That you could use
Let's call it dreaming
I could choose for you
Over and over
Ciara
This is still my favorite song, her songs have so much peace yes so much power in them. I absolutely love it <3
Polaris qwq
Ahhh it's beautiful I knew I'd have a reason to be the first to comment! Do you do remixes????! If so can you remix this or one of their other songs?! Thanks!!!!