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.
Life Up Ahead
Rea Garvey Lyrics
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where you can´t see
lies the remains
the wreckage of me
high in the heavens
right up through the clouds
where the sun doesn´t shine
she goes unnoticed
claps of her hand
i know you can´t see me
i have my head in the sand
you paid for your passage
they tore up the plan
i know you can´t hear me
but you understand
can you see the light up ahead
baby open your eyes
can you see the light up ahead
precious is the fire in your eyes
you gotta keep it alive
precious is the fire that´s inside
tell me can you see
life up ahead
life up ahead
i´ve seen you crash
fall to the side
i tried to protect you
keep the fire alive
everyone loves them for who they don´t know
pull back the curtains on this traveling show
try for forgiveness
cause the hate makes you fall
there´s nothing missing
and you´ve got it all
don´t be afraid of the unknown
their time will come
and ours to go
can you see the light up ahead
oh baby open your eyes
can you see the light up ahead
and precious is the fire in your eyes
you gotta keep it alive
precious is the fire that´s inside
tell me can you see life up ahead
tell me can you see life up ahead
we´re indestructible
we are things that cannot break
i stand to my word
and the promises i made
tell me can you see life up ahead
tell me can you see life up ahead
tell me can you see life up ahead
tell me can you see life up ahead
The lyrics to Rea Garvey's "Life Up Ahead" tells a story of someone who has gone through difficult times, perhaps even to the point of feeling wrecked and lost in life. The first verse seems to describe a feeling of being lost in the depths of the ocean, hidden away from the world. The second verse paints an image of being high up in the sky, a place where it may seem beautiful and free, but can also be lonely and isolating. The bridge suggests that this person may feel invisible or unnoticed, standing alone with their head in the sand.
The chorus brings a sense of hope and encouragement, urging this person to open their eyes and look ahead towards the light. The "fire" in their eyes is a metaphor for their passion and drive to keep going, even in the face of adversity. The song suggests that everyone is loved for who they think they are, not who they truly are. The final verse encourages the listener to try for forgiveness and not to be afraid of the unknown because their time will come, just as ours will go.
Overall, the lyrics provide a message of hope in the face of difficult times, encouraging listeners to keep going and focus on the light up ahead. It's a reminder that even in the midst of darkness, there is always a chance to keep moving forward and find a better tomorrow.
Line by Line Meaning
Deep in the ocean
where you can´t see
lies the remains
the wreckage of me
I am like the wreckage submerged deep in the ocean where you cannot see me.
high in the heavens
right up through the clouds
where the sun doesn´t shine
and there´s no sound
I am like something high up in the heavens where there is no light or sound.
she goes unnoticed
claps of her hand
i know you can´t see me
i have my head in the sand
I am struggling with a sense of invisibility, like someone clapping their hands with nobody to hear or see them.
you paid for your passage
they tore up the plan
i know you can´t hear me
but you understand
I feel like plans for my life were changed without my say, and others cannot hear me but can empathize with my feelings.
can you see the light up ahead
baby open your eyes
can you see the light up ahead
Can you see there is hope for the future? Open your eyes and look ahead.
precious is the fire in your eyes
you gotta keep it alive
precious is the fire that´s inside
tell me can you see
life up ahead
life up ahead
The passion you have inside of you is what keeps you strong, and you have to hold on to it because there is a bright future ahead of you.
i´ve seen you crash
fall to the side
i tried to protect you
keep the fire alive
I have seen you fall down and stumble, and I have tried to help you keep your passion for life burning.
everyone loves them for who they don´t know
pull back the curtains on this traveling show
People admire others for reasons they may not understand, and we should try to uncover the mysteries of their true selves.
try for forgiveness
cause the hate makes you fall
there´s nothing missing
and you´ve got it all
Let go of hate and anger and ask for forgiveness, because there is nothing lacking in your life and you have everything you need.
don´t be afraid of the unknown
their time will come
and ours to go
Do not fear what you do not know, because everything has its time and purpose in life.
we´re indestructible
we are things that cannot break
i stand to my word
and the promises i made
We are stronger than we think and cannot be destroyed or broken. I stand by my promises and words.
tell me can you see life up ahead
tell me can you see life up ahead
tell me can you see life up ahead
tell me can you see life up ahead
Can you see a future full of life and possibilities ahead of you? Let's focus on this bright future.
Contributed by Liam I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.