Reamonn was a German rock and pop band that is well known all over Europe. They recorded six albums and disbandoned in 2010.
In 1998, Rea Garvey left his band The Reckless Pedestrians and home town of Tralee, Ireland to go to Germany with not a lot money and a demo CD in his pocket. He put an ad into local paper Stockacher Anzeiger stating, "Singer requires band for recording and live shows." Mike Gommeringer (Gomezz) saw this ad and accurately assumed it must have been Garvey, whose original band he had once seen play live. The twosome met up and subsequently recruited Uwe, Sebi and Phil. Their first gig was played on New Year's Eve 1998 in Stockach.
In order to secure a recording contract, they set up a showcase at Logo, a small club in Hamburg, in front of 16 representatives from various record labels in 1999. The band was quickly offered several contracts, settling on signing with Virgin Records Germany. As of 2006 they are now releasing their music through Universal Music.
Their best known songs are: Supergirl and Tonight(2006).
In 2011, Rea started his solo career and as of 2018, released 4 albums so far: Can't stand the silence, Pride, Prisma and Neon. Rea continues to work with national and international artists like Kool Savas, Jam & Spoon, Paul van Dyk or Mary J. Blige.
In the past, he recorded a new version of "All good things come to an end" with Nelly Furtado.
For several German movies he provided solo tracks even before Reamonn disbandoned.
He regularely appears at a coach of the German Version of "The Voice" or "The Voice Kids".
Rea married in 2002 and together with their child, they live in Berlin.
Armour
Rea Garvey Lyrics
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There's no river too wide
That can't be crossed
Sure shot, cold feet
When the waves are too high
Just swim beneath
Hey, hey, don't get lost in the crowd
Say what you want to say
I'll be okay
I got no armour on my heart
So fire away
Say what you want to say
I know I won't break
I got no armour on my heart
So fire away, hey na na na na na na
So fire away, hey na na na na na na
So fire away
Fall down, stand tall
There's no second best
You can have it all
Go far but stay close
What's written in the stars
No one knows
Hey, hey, don't get lost in the crowd
Hey, hey, don't be afraid to get loud
Say what you want to say
I'll be okay
I got no armour on my heart
So fire away
Say what you want to say
I know I won't break
I got no armour on my heart
So fire away, hey na na na na na na
So fire away, hey na na na na na na
So fire away
Your armour weighs you down
Hey, hey, don't get lost in the crowd
Hey, hey, don't be afraid to get loud
Say what you want to say
I'll be okay
I got no armour on my heart
So fire away
Say what you want to say
I know I won't break
I got no armour on my heart
So fire away, hey na na na na na na
So fire away, hey na na na na na na
So fire away, hey na na na na na na
So fire away, hey na na na na na na
So fire away
The lyrics to Rea Garvey's song "Armour" speak of vulnerability and the choice to live life without putting up emotional barriers. Garvey encourages listeners to be true to themselves in a world that often values conformity. He acknowledges that everyone has moments of weakness, but these moments don't define who we are. Garvey speaks of the power in standing up for oneself and speaking out, reminding listeners that it's okay to be loud and bold. He expresses that people should say what they want to say and that their words won't break him, indicating that he has chosen to live without wearing armour on his heart.
The overall theme of the song may be interpreted as taking off one's emotional armour and allowing oneself to be vulnerable. The last line, "your armour weighs you down," may signify that the act of hiding behind an emotional shield can be exhausting and may prevent individuals from forming deeper relationships or experiencing true connections, whether that be with themselves or others. The song's message could also inspire listeners to embrace vulnerability, as it is often a sign of strength, rather than weakness.
Line by Line Meaning
Sometimes weak, sometimes strong
My strength varies, it's not constant.
There's no river too wide
I can face challenges that seem insurmountable.
That can't be crossed
I can overcome any obstacle.
Sure shot, cold feet
I may hesitate even when I know what I need to do.
When the waves are too high
When the challenges seem too much to bear.
Just swim beneath
I will find a way through the challenges.
Say what you want to say
Express your feelings freely.
I'll be okay
I have the strength to handle whatever comes my way.
I got no armour on my heart
I am vulnerable but that's okay.
So fire away
Say what you want to say, there's no need to hold back.
I know I won't break
I am strong enough to endure any criticism or negativity.
Fall down, stand tall
It's okay to fail, just get back up and try again.
There's no second best
I can achieve anything with hard work and perseverance.
You can have it all
The possibilities are limitless.
Go far but stay close
I can achieve great things while still holding onto what's important.
What's written in the stars
The future is uncertain.
No one knows
The future is full of possibilities.
Your armour weighs you down
Protecting yourself can prevent you from growing emotionally.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Raymond Michael Garvey, Timothy John Myers
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Sun shine
Was für ein tolles Lied..ich liebe seine Songs! :-)
PikeGaming
Das Lied hat einfach etwas ganz besonderes ! Ich könnte mir das Lied immer wieder anhören da ich finde es macht einfach Spaß :)
Murat Polat
PikeGaming Ebenso
Jamel Trad
Rea Garvey ist immer noch eine klasse für sich in seinem eigenem Stil also von mir Daunen hoch
Meggie_runyourlife
Love this song! <3
Gwendolyn S
Das ist so ein schönes Lied und so eine tolle Melodie.
Tanja Hattendorf
Wonderful! 💞
Die Welt & Fee
Ein Ohr, der mir sehr ans Herz geht. Ich höre dieses Lied so oft und gerne, DANKE ♥
Just Me
Seine Musik ist einfach IMMER gut! 😍
Cara X
Ich liebe dieses Lied so ❤ Und ich finde die Animation auch richtig geil 👍🔝