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.
SMS
Rea Garvey Lyrics
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A short text to say he regreted it
You feel the roof come down on you
You see your door but you can't walk through
You're opened up as you're shutting me down
You're standing still as you're spinning around
This is not what you wished for you
There's an open door, just walk through
All those eyes
And the tears they cried
It's like an ocean wide
But it's not for you
You just wanna be loved
Wanna be in a normal life
You want someone who want someone just like you
You just wanna be loved
Without the fear and the compromise
You want the words and all the pages
To say this love will last for ages
You take out your pen and write down your options
You think of all the gambles you've lost on
When will the world be good to you
You need a hope to hold on to
If life's a lottery you've got the numbers
You watch the walls around you crumble
Impossible is not in your nature
If life's a bitch well it's time to face her
All those eyes
And the tears they cried
It's like an ocean wide
But it's not for you
You just wanna be loved
Wanna be in a normal life
You want someone who want someone just like you
You just wanna be loved
Without the fear and the compromise
You want the words and all the pages
To say this love will last for ages
And I know you try
And I know you've had sleepless nights
When you think that you'v lost the fight
That's when love finds you
Yeah I know you've tried
To put out the fire inside
But you know that loves's not blind
It sees the heart that's true
You just wanna be loved
Wanna be in a normal life
You want someone who want someone just like you
You just wanna be loved
Wanna be in a normal life
You want someone who want someone just like you
Just like you
You want someone who want someone just like you, just like you
The lyrics of Rea Garvey's song "SMS" convey a sense of longing and vulnerability, addressing the desire for love and acceptance in a normal life. The opening lines paint a picture of anticipation and hope as the singer checks their phone, yearning for new messages. However, the message they receive is one of regret, causing them to feel overwhelmed and trapped under the weight of disappointment. The imagery of seeing a door but being unable to walk through it represents the frustration of being unable to move forward.
The chorus emphasizes the singer's longing for love and a sense of normalcy. They just want to be loved without fear or compromise, seeking a genuine connection with someone who truly understands and accepts them. They crave words and gestures that signify a lasting love, a love that will endure throughout time.
In the next verse, the singer reflects on their past experiences, considering the risks they have taken and the losses they have endured in their search for happiness. They long for the world to be kind to them and cling to hope as a ray of light amidst the challenges they face. The mention of "life's a lottery" suggests that they believe they have the winning numbers, indicating a persistence and determination to overcome obstacles. They refuse to accept that something is impossible and are willing to confront the difficulties that life throws their way.
The bridge of the song offers reassurance and encouragement. Despite the sleepless nights and moments of doubt, the singer is reminded that love has a way of finding them. They may have tried to extinguish the flame inside themselves, but love recognizes their true heart and sees beyond any perceived flaws. The lyrics reflect a belief that true love will ultimately prevail, providing a beacon of hope in their journey.
Overall, the lyrics of "SMS" delve into the universal desire for love and acceptance. They highlight the longing for a normal life filled with a deep connection and understanding. The singer faces challenges and setbacks, but remains resilient and hopeful, convinced that true love will find them in the end.
Line by Line Meaning
You checked your phone in the hope of new messages
You eagerly looked at your phone, hoping to receive new messages from someone
A short text to say he regreted it
You wanted a brief message from him expressing his regret
You feel the roof come down on you
You felt overwhelmed and trapped by your circumstances
You see your door but you can't walk through
You notice an opportunity to escape, but you are unable to take it
You're opened up as you're shutting me down
You are vulnerable and revealing your emotions while rejecting me
You're standing still as you're spinning around
You are motionless, yet feeling disoriented and confused
This is not what you wished for you
Your current situation is not what you desired or hoped for
There's an open door, just walk through
There is an opportunity for change, so seize it and move forward
All those eyes
The multitude of people observing and judging
And the tears they cried
The sorrowful tears shed by others
It's like an ocean wide
The intensity and vastness of the emotional impact
But it's not for you
However, those emotions and tears are not directed towards you
You just wanna be loved
Your desire is simply to be loved
Wanna be in a normal life
You long to experience a normal, ordinary life
You want someone who want someone just like you
You seek someone who desires a person like you
Without the fear and the compromise
You wish to be loved without the presence of fear and the need to make compromises
You want the words and all the pages
You crave words and sentiments that fill the pages, expressing a lasting love
To say this love will last for ages
You desire assurances that this love will endure through time
You take out your pen and write down your options
You grab your pen and start listing the choices available to you
You think of all the gambles you've lost on
You reflect on the risky decisions you have made that didn't yield positive outcomes
When will the world be good to you
You wonder when life will finally show kindness and favor towards you
You need a hope to hold on to
You desperately require a glimmer of hope to cling to
If life's a lottery you've got the numbers
If life is a game of chance, you possess the winning numbers
You watch the walls around you crumble
You witness the walls that surround you collapsing
Impossible is not in your nature
You do not believe in impossibilities, as they are not inherent to your character
If life's a bitch well it's time to face her
If life is harsh and difficult, then it is time to confront and overcome its challenges
And I know you try
I am aware of your efforts
And I know you've had sleepless nights
I understand that you have experienced nights without sleep
When you think that you'v lost the fight
Moments when you believe that you have lost the battle
That's when love finds you
That is precisely when love discovers you
Yeah I know you've tried
Yes, I acknowledge that you have made attempts
To put out the fire inside
To extinguish the burning passion within you
But you know that loves's not blind
Yet, you are aware that love is not oblivious or unaware
It sees the heart that's true
Love recognizes and perceives the authenticity of a genuine heart
You just wanna be loved
Your sole desire is to be loved
Wanna be in a normal life
You yearn to lead a conventional, routine life
You want someone who want someone just like you
You seek someone who desires a person similar to yourself
Just like you
Someone who is just like you
You want someone who want someone just like you, just like you
You desire to find someone who desires someone who is identical to you, someone who is just like you
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Rea Garvey
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