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.
Hallelujah
Rea Garvey Lyrics
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That David played, and it pleased the Lord
But you don't really care for music, do you?
Well, it goes like this
The fourth, the fifth,
The minor fall and the major lift,
And the baffled king composing Hallelujah.
Hallelujah, Hallelujah
Your faith was strong but you needed proof,
You saw her bathing on the roof
Her beauty and the moonlight overthrew you
She tied you to a kitchen chair,
She broke your throne and she cut your hair,
And from your lips she drew the Hallelujah.
Hallelujah, Hallelujah
Hallelujah, Hallelujah
In Rea Garvey's song Hallelujah, the opening lyrics speak to the power of music and its ability to connect with the divine. The reference to David, one of the most well-known figures from the Bible, adds weight to this idea. David is known not only for being the king of Israel but also a skilled musician and poet. He is credited with writing many of the Psalms found in the Bible, and some scholars believe that he may have invented the harp as well. In Jewish tradition, David's music is said to have the power to heal the soul, and this idea is referenced in the phrase "it pleased the Lord."
However, the second line of the song gives the impression that the listener is not interested in music or perhaps does not believe in its power. This disconnect between the singer and the listener creates an intriguing tension throughout the song. Despite this, the next lines continue with a musical explanation. The "fourth and fifth" refer to the interval between two notes in a musical scale, while the "minor fall and major lift" refer to two specific chord progressions. Together, these create a well-known melody that many people associate with the word "Hallelujah." The final line of the verse adds a poetic and surprising element - the image of a king who is "baffled" as he composes his own hallelujah, or song of praise.
The second verse of the song shifts the focus to a story about a woman who has captured the singer's attention. Her beauty is so overwhelming that it "overthrew" him, and he is unable to resist her. This reference to Bathsheba, the woman who David famously saw bathing on a rooftop, adds another layer of Biblical meaning to the song. The image of the woman tying the singer to a kitchen chair and cutting his hair creates a sense of vulnerability and submission. However, the final line of the verse turns this image on its head, revealing that the woman is able to extract a hallelujah from the singer's lips.
Overall, the song Hallelujah is a complex and layered exploration of faith, music, and desire. The Biblical references and musical allusions create a rich tapestry of meaning that encourages repeated listening and interpretation.
Line by Line Meaning
I've heared there was a secret chord
I have heard that there is a special combination of notes that only a select few know.
That David played, and it pleased the Lord
David, a legendary musician in the bible, played this chord and God was highly pleased with it.
But you don't really care for music, do you?
However, it seems that you don't have a great passion or concern for music as an art form, is that right?
Well, it goes like this
Allow me to explain to you further how this chord progression actually works.
The fourth, the fifth,
The notes played in this chord progression are the fourth and the fifth.
The minor fall and the major lift,
The changes in the song include a shift to a more melancholic or sad tone, then a rise to a more optimistic, joyful tone.
And the baffled king composing Hallelujah.
The king, who's mind is made up of mixed emotions, writes a song about this chord, which he calls Hallelujah.
Your faith was strong but you needed proof,
You have had strong faith in the past, but lately you have been seeking more hard evidence.
You saw her bathing on the roof
You saw a woman bathing on the roof, which was enough to steal your attention away from your previous priorities.
Her beauty and the moonlight overthrew you
Her stunning appearance, combined with the romanticism of the moonlight, completely captivated you.
She tied you to a kitchen chair,
She entangled you in a relationship that was more mundane and everyday than what you were used to in the past.
She broke your throne and she cut your hair,
She erased your past accomplishments and forced you to start essentially from scratch.
And from your lips she drew the Hallelujah.
Despite all of these changes and setbacks, you were still able to find and express joy in your circumstances, just like the baffled king from the initial verses.
Hallelujah, Hallelujah
This expression is used as one of triumph and joy, despite all of the obstacles faced and overcome.
Hallelujah, Hallelujah
This expression is repeated again as a way to show that despite the changes and the differences in the context, the feelings of triumph and joy remain constant and true.
Contributed by Mason B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@JerzyPawowski-ce4bw
Wspaniały duet! Słuchając tego utworu w ich wykonaniu aż ciarki po plecach przechodzą.
Pozdrawiam wszystkich.
@renehopf8587
Der
@OksanaCimosko-cx2xp
Чудесный дуэт в прославлении Господа! Спасибо очень понравилось❤
@PauloSergio-bc4td
Essa musica ficou linda com esse dueto de duas feraz no pauco.😊
@user-wu5dm3cq6z
What a great duet. I love this song.
@noelmoreno6007
Muito lindo, Deus os abençoe pata wue continuem a nis
@anamariacastro506
Voz maravilhosa...muito me encantou...canta muito.
Gratidão 🙏
Do ES, Brasil
@charc.7819
Such a beautiful rendition,,, wow!! Thank you for the chills!! 💜✝️🙏 (Heavenly voice Ms Helene)😇
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