Gonzalez and Fromageau parted ways shortly after touring their second album Dead Cities, Red Seas & Lost Ghosts. Gonzalez records primarily on his own, with other artists as guest musicians. The band is signed to Mute Records and found international success in 2011 with the single "Midnight City". Their most recent album Fantasy was released on 17 March 2023.
Anthony Gerard Gonzalez (born March 13, 1980) grew up in Antibes, France together with his brother Yann. His family had a great interest in football and Gonzalez had trials with AS Cannes, while his maternal grandfather is the French international Laurent Robuschi. At the age of 14 he got injured and turned to music instead after his parents bought him a guitar. Gonzalez developed his interest in music and American culture while at secondary school. Together with Fromageau he formed a post-rock outfit called My Violent Wish.
At the age of 17, Gonzalez bought a synth to record a demo, which he sent to a number of French labels. When the Paris-based Gooom Records appeared interested, he recruited Fromageau to "help me because I didn't feel like I had the shoulders to carry the project on my own". The band is named after the galaxy of the same name.
The band's musical aesthetic is characterized by extensive use of reverb effects and lyrics spoken softly over loud instruments. Gonzalez has been inspired by aspects of the American Dream and his songs have been outlined as themed around "adult-scripted teen dreams". Inspiration for the 1980s style found in much of Gonzalez’s music includes bands such as My Bloody Valentine, Pink Floyd, and Tangerine Dream. Between various electronic music properties and album artwork, M83’s style includes a mix of both contemporary pop and 1980s dream pop.
Amnesia
M83 Lyrics
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It's just a sound
I'm in love with some sadness
It's just a sound
Ride with me
(Slipping through) my virtual magnet
(Kiss the rush of me and you) automated bliss
Metal rapture
Four minutes with you
I'm in love with the darkness
It's just a sound
Nothing wrong with some sadness
It's just a sound
Ride with me
(Slipping through) my virtual magnet
(Kiss the rush of me and you) automated bliss
Binding all over the touch of your hand
Metal rapture
Four minutes with you
So let's burn
Fast and bright
'Cause we will bleed
Die inside me
Floating for a miracle
Like pixies
Guide me to the last realm
This crimson love
It's a miracle
In the song "Amnesia" by M83, the lyrics delve into themes of darkness, sadness, love, and transcendence. The first two lines, "I believe in the darkness, it's just a sound. I'm in love with some sadness, it's just a sound," suggests a belief in the power and impact of these emotions. The darkness and sadness are personified as sounds, indicating that they are not inherently negative but rather part of the human experience.
The phrase "ride with me" can be seen as an invitation to join the singer on a journey into this emotional realm. It implies a desire to explore the depths of these feelings together, implying a sense of connection and shared experience.
The next section of lyrics, "Slipping through my virtual magnet, kiss the rush of me and you, automated bliss, blinding all over the touch of your hand, metal rapture, four minutes with you," introduces the idea of an intense and transformative connection. The terms "virtual magnet" and "automated bliss" suggest a merging of two souls, possibly in a digital or technological context. It speaks to the intoxicating rush and overwhelming joy that can be experienced in the presence of a loved one, specifically highlighting the tactile sensation of touch.
The repetition of the chorus reinforces the earlier sentiments, emphasizing the singer's affinity for darkness and sadness. The phrase "nothing wrong with some sadness, it's just a sound" emphasizes the acceptance and normalization of these emotions, rejecting the common notion that they are inherently negative or something to be avoided.
The lyrics then transition to a more ethereal and transcendent tone, with the lines "So let's burn, fast and bright 'cause we will bleed, die inside me. Floating for a miracle like pixies, guide me to the last realm, this crimson love, it's a miracle." These lines suggest a surrender to intense experiences, embracing the risks and vulnerabilities that come with fully embracing love and passion. The imagery of burning, bleeding, and dying inside reflects a willingness to go all-in emotionally. The reference to pixies and miracles invokes a sense of enchantment and spiritual transcendence, suggesting a desire for a profound connection that goes beyond the earthly realm.
Overall, M83's "Amnesia" explores the depths of human emotion, celebrating the beauty and transformative power of darkness, sadness, and love. It invites the listener to embrace these experiences fully and surrender to the intense emotions that arise, ultimately seeking a connection that transcends the ordinary and takes us into the realm of miracles and enchantment.
Line by Line Meaning
I believe in the darkness
I have faith in the unknown and mysterious aspects of life
It's just a sound
The darkness is merely an abstract concept
I'm in love with some sadness
I feel a deep affection towards moments of melancholy
Ride with me
Join me on this emotional journey
(Slipping through) my virtual magnet
I am being drawn into a digital world that captivates me
(Kiss the rush of me and you) automated bliss
Let us experience the thrilling sensations of a mechanized existence together
Blinding all over the touch of your hand
Your touch overwhelms me with an intense sensation
Metal rapture
The overwhelming ecstasy I feel is akin to a metallic embrace
Four minutes with you
Our brief time together is filled with intensity and euphoria
Nothing wrong with some sadness
There is no harm in embracing moments of sorrow
Binding all over the touch of your hand
Your touch binds me tightly, creating a profound connection
So let's burn
Let us ignite ourselves with passion and intensity
Fast and bright
With great speed and intensity
'Cause we will bleed
Our emotions will flow and be unleashed
Die inside me
Let our deepest selves be consumed and transformed
Floating for a miracle
Seeking a miraculous moment of transcendence
Like pixies
Like magical creatures, enchanting and ethereal
Guide me to the last realm
Lead me to the ultimate destination or experience
This crimson love
The intense and passionate affection we share
It's a miracle
Our love is a wondrous and extraordinary phenomenon
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, Mute Song Limited, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Anthony Gerard Gonzalez, Joe P. Berry, Justin Meldal Johnsen, Kaela Mackenzie Bratcher, Kristina Maryam Esfandiari
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[Verse 1]
I believe in the darkness
It's just a sound
I'm in love with some sadness
It's just a sound
[Pre-Chorus]
Ride with me
[Chorus]
Slipping through
My virtual magnet
Kiss the rush of me and you
Automated bliss
Blinding all over the touch of your hand
Metal rapture
Four minutes with you
[Verse 2]
I'm in love with the darkness
It's just a sound
Nothing wrong with some sadness
It's just a sound
[Pre-Chorus]
Ride with me
[Chorus]
Slipping through
My virtual magnet
Kiss the rush of me and you
Automated bliss
Blinding all over the touch of your hand
Metal rapture
Four minutes with you
[Outro]
So let's burn
Fast and bright
'Cause we will bleed
Die inside me
Floating for a miracle
Likе pixies
Guide me to thе last realm
This crimson love
It's a miracle
@snacklofter
I believe in the darkness, it's just a sound
I'm in love with some sadness, it's just a sound
Ride with me
Slipping through, my virtual magnet
Kiss the rush of me and you, automated bliss
Blinding all over the touch of your hand, metal rapture
Four minutes with you
I'm in love with the darkness, it's just a sound
Nothing wrong with some sadness, it's just a sound
Ride with me
Slipping through, my virtual magnet
Kiss the rush of me and you, automated bliss
Binding all over the touch of your hand, metal rapture
Four minutes with you
So let's burn, fast and bright
'Cause we will bleed
Die inside me, floating for a miracle
Like pixies, guide me to the last realm
This crimson love, it's a miracle
@brotatochips9254
God damn the chorus is so freaking beautiful. It's been playing in my head for days.
The mix of female vocals and backing male vocals is surreal.
Almost makes me want to cry.
@timmmip
i can't get enough of it
@smp5343
Meh. Bootloog version of shiny toy guns you r the one
@faisalaldakhil2213
Almost?!
@infaredreactions
on repeat bruh
@jag86648
They always make me cry. So beautiful their music
@camilocruz7615
nothing compares to M83, the best indie group in the whole World
@sean1100
they are consistently amazing, but there not indie at this point
@mthz333
What group?😂
@Velorandoz
Mgmt is good too!