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.
Fantasy
M83 Lyrics
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Fantasy
Shout it
Fantasy
Into a fantasy
Into a wasteland
Shout it
Fantasy
Shout it
Fantasy
Into a fantasy
Into a wasteland
Living in a fantasy
Turning
Living in a fantasy
Living
The lyrics to M83's song "Fantasy" convey the idea of escapism and the human inclination to retreat into a world of imagination. The repetition of the phrase "Into a fantasy" highlights the desire to escape reality and immerse oneself in a dreamlike alternate universe. The lyrics also mention "living in a wasteland," which can be interpreted as a reflection of the harshness and monotony of reality.
Throughout the song, the word "shout" is repeated, suggesting a need to express oneself and break free from the constraints of the real world. It is as if the act of shouting allows the singer to momentarily transcend their circumstance and enter a realm where anything is possible.
The repetition of "Living in a fantasy" emphasizes the recurring theme of seeking solace in an illusionary realm. It suggests that the singer of the song may have found comfort or refuge in their fantasy world, using it as a coping mechanism or simply as a means of finding joy and excitement amidst the ordinary.
Overall, "Fantasy" presents a yearning for something beyond the mundane, a desire to escape the confines of reality, and an understanding of the power of the imagination to transform our experiences.
Line by Line Meaning
Shout it
Express it loudly
Fantasy
Imaginary world
Shout it
Express it loudly
Fantasy
Imaginary world
Into a fantasy
Entering an imaginary world
Into a wasteland
Entering a desolate and barren place
Living in a fantasy
Existing within an imaginary world
Shout it
Express it loudly
Fantasy
Imaginary world
Shout it
Express it loudly
Fantasy
Imaginary world
Into a fantasy
Entering an imaginary world
Into a wasteland
Entering a desolate and barren place
Living in a fantasy
Existing within an imaginary world
Turning
Changing or shifting
Living in a fantasy
Existing within an imaginary world
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Anthony Gerard Gonzalez, Joe Berry, Justin Meldal-Johnsen
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LYRICS:
Shout it!
Fantasy
Shout it!
Fantasy
Into a fantasy
Into a wasteland
Living in a fantasy
Shout it!
Fantasy
Shout it!
Fantasy
Into a fantasy
Into a wasteland
Living in a fantasy
Turning
Living in a fantasy
Living
Zodiac Blue
This is such a high quality production. You can really feel how much effort went into the making of this song.
Malichka
This song was incredible live. Next level. It's also my neighbour's new favourite song. :)
Ryan Kelly
haha
Chris Diaz
Was it worth going to the concert? @Malichka
Malichka
@Chris Diaz Absolutely.
Nick Piacente
The visuals and light show ALONE were reason enough.
The Shield
@Chris DiazDEFINITELY i went to the one in houston and it was supposed to rain that night from afar we could see the thunder in the clouds it was like a dream i left with a midlife crisis 🤣like the first time i watched interstellar show was awesome
Patricio Macaya
It was totally worth the wait, this album has been one of the best experiences I have had in my life, I hope to be alive to continue enjoying these wonders ❤
andrew robison
this is exactly the song i needed . thanks for your consistent work and wonderful music.
KraziAnnRkissed
I just saw these wonderful, beautiful people live and it was probably the most epic show I've ever seen ❤ Thank you M83 (my daughter was over the moon the she got both drumsticks!!!!) We ❤ U