Hannah Hooper met Christian Zucconi late one evening on the lower east side of Manhattan. They had both been living in New York for years and had never crossed paths before. But from that night forward the two could hardly be pulled apart. Soon after their connection, Hooper was invited to an art residency in Greece on the island of Crete and Hooper insists "without any hesitation" she invited Zucconi to join her on this journey. "Seriously, we had only known one another for a few days but are both so inspired and alive when we are together that going to Greece seemed like a magical and natural thing to do," recalls Zucconi.
On Crete, in a small remote mountain village, Hooper and Zucconi met the members of their future band "GROUPLOVE" a year before it was officially formed. Sean Gadd, a natural songwriter and guitar player, born and bred in London instantly bonded with the two eccentric New Yorkers. Their relationship became apparent through the music they were making day in and day out. Andrew Wessen, a pro surfer and musician from Los Angeles and his childhood friend Ryan Rabin, an accomplished drummer and producer, were also at the residency and quickly joined in with the musical trio. These five musicians make up the members of what we now know as GROUPLOVE .
Like all good things, the summer and the residency came to an end and the five friends scattered back to their homes all over the globe. With Sean in London, Christian and Hannah in Brooklyn and Ryan and Andrew in Los Angeles GROUPLOVE was faced with the challenge of what to do now. "We all understood how rare it is for five strangers to feel as close as family and create passionate music together. We couldn't just return to Brooklyn and let the music we all made fade into a memory of that summer we had in Greece," explains Zucconi. Everyone pulled their funds together and Sean, Christian and Hannah made their way to Ryan Rabin's studio in LA to record their album. "We seriously had the best time of our lives doing that record," says Gadd. And the result is an incredibly special album where soaring harmonies coupled with sweeping anthems lead you through their powerful journey. Like the members of GROUPLOVE, their music is diverse in influence and style but bonded together by an undeniably creative kinship.
Their experience back together and recording together was so potent that Hooper and Zucconi packed up their lives in Brooklyn and Gadd packed up his life in London and they all moved to LA to live and play their music.
"We never could have dreamt this up," says Zucconi, "but at the same time we're not at all surprised - GROUPLOVE is meant to be. Our story a testament to fate, and our music is something we are ready to share."
Slow
Grouplove Lyrics
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Time moves slow
Time moves slow
But it’s you who brought me here
You, through all these years
Time moves slow
Time moves slow
But it’s you who brought me here
It’s you and all your cheers
You who brings a fear
You, through all these years
Time moves slow
Time moves slow
Time moves slow
Time moves slow
The lyrics of Grouplove's Slow are an ode to the impact of someone special in our lives. The song starts with the repetition of "Time moves slow," which could be interpreted as a representation of the dull, stagnant moments in our lives. However, it is soon revealed that the reason the singer doesn't feel the passage of time is because of the person they are with. The very person who brought them to this place, who has been with them through all these years. The lyrics, "But it's you who brought me here," show that the person in their company has brought meaning, purpose, and direction to their life. The use of repetition in the opening lines, as well as throughout the song, reinforces the importance and significance of the message.
Further, the lyrics talk about the fear and apprehension at the thought of life without them. The line, “You who brings a fear,” showcases the importance of their presence in the singer’s life. They go on to state that the person in their life is the reason for all the cheers, meaning that they have played a significant part in their success and happiness. The entire song is an emotional reminiscence that highlights the profound impact that people could have on one's life.
Line by Line Meaning
Time moves slow
The passage of time feels sluggish and monotonous.
Time moves slow
Time continues to drag on, seemingly without end.
Time moves slow
Even though time is passing, it feels like everything is standing still.
But it’s you who brought me here
The reason the artist is where they are currently is because of the person they’re addressing.
You, through all these years
The person being addressed has been present and influential throughout the artist’s life.
But it’s you who brought me here
The singer attributes their current situation to the actions or influence of the person they’re talking to.
It’s you and all your cheers
The person being addressed has been a source of encouragement and support for the singer.
You who brings a fear
The person being addressed also causes the artist to feel intimidated or scared.
You, through all these years
The person being addressed has been a constant presence in the artist’s life over a long period of time.
Time moves slow
The passage of time still feels sluggish and monotonous.
Time moves slow
Time continues to drag on, seemingly without end.
Time moves slow
Even though time is passing, it feels like everything is standing still.
Time moves slow
The passage of time still feels sluggish and monotonous.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ANDREW WESSEN, ANDREW MEKEAL WESSEN, CHRISTIAN ZUCCONI, CHRISTIAN TYLER ZUCCONI, HANNAH HOOPER, HANNAH BOLTON HOOPER, RYAN RABIN, SEAN GADD, SEAN ALEXANDER GADD
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Mars Winn
I guess a lot of people came here because they heard it on Gossip Girl. That's cool. I've learned a lot of new bands through TV shows and movies. No shame in that. Grouplove is amazing and I'm glad they are being recognized for it.
Eve Jo
can we all just bow for the music supervisors of Gossip Girl and the perfect job they're doing?
Yvonne Morales
This song is AMAZING live. Saw them last night and they killed it. The drum and guitar solo after was surreal.
0oFabulouso0
It fit so perfectly into the gossip girl episode! I got major chills! Best song choice
Drea
Seeing Hannah perform this is so powerful and beautiful. the more times i see it live the more i love this song! and yes i also saw it on Gossip Girl they used it on such a perfect scene, i was literally moved to tears! The song made that scene! Grouplove is just an amazing band!! Cant wait til Dec 4th, itll be my 5th time seeing them :)
Ocarina.87
This song is actually gonna be my song for my own wedding, as i walk down the isle. Huge insporation from Gossip Girl but this song really suits our location. Plus it's just a fucking good song... dramatic!
SirLuminous
“I’m sorry I didn’t tell you I loved you when I knew I did ..... and most of all I’m sorry that I gave up on us when you never did .”
~Chuck Bass
ADEZE
damn
Beth Argueta
😭😭
ck675
I've never understood why TV shows bringing people to good music bothers so many people