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.
Laura
M83 Lyrics
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We're not feeling much
The provenance of the call
Is where I wanna be
'Cause when you hold us
It's electric
And when you lead us
Take us on a ride
I'll take you on a voyage through the night sky
Before we lose control
And it's okay to lose control, it's time to fly
The distance of the soul
Well there's no distance, in the soul you are a limitless star
Is where I wanna be
You're wrapped up tight with me
'Cause when you hold us
It's electric
And when you lead us
We look deep into the heavens
We are the planet makers
I am the mother of all
Over every galaxy
There is no one but me
I am the mother of all
Immortal energy
Faceless wonder
I am the mother of all
Over every galaxy
There is no one but me
I am the mother of all
Immortal energy
Faceless wonder
The lyrics of M83's song "Laura" convey a sense of longing, connection, and empowerment through the metaphorical imagery of being held, taken on a ride, and looking into the heavens.
The opening lines, "Hold us in your arms, we're not feeling much," suggest a desire for comfort and emotional support. The singer wants to be held tightly, seeking solace and a feeling of security. There is a yearning to be in a place that brings happiness and fulfillment, referred to as the "provenance of the call." This is where the singer wants to exist, away from their current state of emotional indifference.
The following lines describe the incredible impact of being held and led by another person. When they are held, it feels electric, alluding to the intense emotional charge and connection forged between them. This becomes a transformative experience, symbolized by being taken on a voyage through the night sky. Losing control is embraced as it leads to a liberating feeling of freedom and the ability to soar like a limitless star. These moments of connection and vulnerability are seen as a desired state, with the idea of being "wrapped up tight" emphasizing the closeness and intimacy shared.
The lyrics then take a shift in perspective as they refer to the singer as the "mother of all." Here, the focus shifts to a sense of power and strength, possibly emphasizing the voice within oneself that nurtures and creates. It suggests that the singer possesses an immortality and an energy that spans across galaxies. With the phrase "I am the mother of all," there is an empowerment and a claim of authority, indicating that there is no one else like the singer. This immortal energy could represent the creative essence within the singer, and the faceless wonder emphasizes the universal and timeless nature of their existence.
Overall, the lyrics of "Laura" portray a longing for connection and comfort, as well as a sense of empowerment and self-discovery. It highlights the transformative power of human connection and the inner strength that lies within each individual.
Line by Line Meaning
Hold us in your arms
Embrace and support us tightly
We're not feeling much
We are emotionally disconnected
The provenance of the call
The origin and source of the connection
Is where I wanna be
It is our desired destination
'Cause when you hold us
Because when you embrace us
It's electric
It generates an intense, stimulating feeling
And when you lead us
And when you guide us
Take us on a ride
Take us on an adventure
I'll take you on a voyage through the night sky
I will lead you on a journey through the celestial realm
Before we lose control
Before we abandon restraint
And it's okay to lose control, it's time to fly
It is acceptable to relinquish control and soar freely
The distance of the soul
The separation that exists within the essence of being
Well there's no distance, in the soul you are a limitless star
In the soul, you are an infinite celestial entity without any boundaries
You're wrapped up tight with me
You are intimately connected with me
We look deep into the heavens
We gaze profoundly into the celestial realm
We are the planet makers
We possess the ability to create entire worlds
I am the mother of all
I am the ultimate source and creator of everything
Over every galaxy
Across all galaxies
There is no one but me
There exists no other entity but me
I am the mother of all
I am the origin of all existence
Immortal energy
Eternal life force
Faceless wonder
An awe-inspiring entity without a discernible form
I am the mother of all
I am the creator of everything
Over every galaxy
Throughout the entirety of the cosmos
There is no one but me
There is no other being except me
I am the mother of all
I am the source of all existence
Immortal energy
Unending life force
Faceless wonder
A remarkable being without a visible identity
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Mute Song Limited
Written by: Anthony Gerard Gonzalez, Joe Berry, Justin Meldal-Johnsen, Kristina Esfandiar
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LYRICS:
Hold us in your arms
We're not feeling much
The provenance of the call
Is where I want to be
'Cause when you hold us
It's electric
And when you lead us
Take us on a ride
I'll take you on a voyage through the night sky
Before we lose control
And it's okay to lose control, it's time to fly
The distance of the soul
Well, there's no distance in the soul, you are a limitless star
Is where I want to be
You're wrapped up tight with me
'Causе when you hold us
It's electric
And whеn you lead us
We look deep into the heavens
We are the planet makers
I am the mother of all
Over every galaxy
There is no one but me
I am the mother of all
Immortal energy
Faceless wonder
I am the mother of all
Over every galaxy
There is no one but me
I am the mother of all
Immortal energy
Faceless wonder
@dream2space234
This one is a slow dance with your soulmate kind of vibe. Beautiful.
@aaronpadillo7841
Under the night sky.
@PalpolGaming
It's giving me an 80s-90s high school vibe, or like an intro to an 80s-90s movie
@yukkimooky3941
I was thinking more like the credits to an 80's movie.
@raydowney3058
Another masterpiece. This band continues to create the most emotional and fulfilling music.
@NinjaxCad
crossing my fingers that this one shows up in the setlist. you've made something really magical with this album, thank you so much
@carminica2846
This just made me cry tears of joy. Thank you guys for being absolutely amazing and creative. In a world so reprobative, there is still some good to come out of it.
@1987Marker
Best track from latest album 😍😎
@moonk5605
agree with you
@arroberson8796
Absolutely