Around 1990, his friend Rollo Armstrong brought Rob Dougan from Australia to London. From 1991 to 1995, "Rob D" was a DJ and remix artist. In 1994 his remixes started charting in the UK. He also released his first own single, "Hard Times".
In 1995, his hit single "Clubbed To Death" gave him a recognized name in the UK dance club scene. He produced almost a dozen remixes of it, including the fan-favourite "kurayamino mix". His label Mo'Wax Records was so pleased they commissioned him the follow-up "Clubbed to Death 2" (later the bonus track on the album).
But in 1996, his new track "Furious Angels" (which should have heralded his first album) didn't please his then label; Dougan eventually released it as a single in 1998 with his new label Cheeky Records, just a few months before Cheeky went bankrupt, stopping the production on the album about to be released. Dougan toiled six more years, doing remixes and licensing his tracks, in order to self-produce the album exactly like he intended it: backed by a full orchestra and a full choir.
In 1999, his exposure increased dramatically when his "Clubbed To Death (kurayamino variation)" was featured on the soundtrack of The Matrix, but this hit remained the only public face of then "Rob D". He has also provided remixes of songs by U2, Moby and Kylie Minogue, and contributed two more tracks to the soundtrack of the 2003's Matrix sequel The Matrix Reloaded.
In 2002 in the UK, and 2003 in the rest of the world, he eventually released his debut album Furious Angels to mixed responses and some surprise from the new tone of his work, as well as from his own Leonard Cohenesque gravel-voiced vocals. Later in 2003, a two-disc re-release of Furious Angels featured all-instrumental versions on the second disc.
Dougan's music is difficult to pin down into a single genre. He obviously composes with a significant dance club-influenced beat, but with major symphonic elements such as full-sized string orchestras, and his own, rough, alternative-rock-like lyrics. When asked, Rob Dougan's usual response is that the album is "antigenre".
Currently Rob Dougan is working on two new releases - a classical album of "some gems (often obscure), own favorites and pieces that he like a lot" (a sort of cover-album), and album of orchestral pieces which he has written by himself (a follow-up album to Furious Angels).
Dougan returned in 2015 with a 5-track EP known as The 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time Sessions, available exclusively via his website, consisting of classical/symphonic pieces. An accompanying video captures the performance of the EP. In 2016 he released a second EP Misc. Sessions which includes new songs five of which feature vocals and seven songs that are completely instrumental.
One and the Same
Rob Dougan Lyrics
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keep on waiting
for you to say
that your wait is over
and you've woken up in clover
yeah
we're one and the same
seems like
but good lights the way
let's keep believing
that we're one
that we're one and the same
one and the same
salvation see it lights the way
each time we see heaven
it slips away
so keep believing
don't come undone
keep on dreaming
our day will come
we're one and the same
two birds adrift on the wind
as life slips away
let's keep believing
that we're one and the same
one and the same
let's start living
seize the day
can't miss heaven
it's a step away
let's keep persisting
another day
let's keep believing
come what may
we're one and the same
two hopeless dreamers
wasting away
god has an order
we'll find a way
one and the same
one and the same
The lyrics of Rob Dougan's song One and the Same are about two people who are waiting for a moment of clarity, where they can see that they are meant to be together. The singer is waiting for the other person to say that they share the same feelings, and that they have finally woken up to the fact that their love is real. The song is full of hope and encouragement to persevere and never give up on their dreams. The positive message behind this song is that if two people are meant to be together, nothing can stand in their way.
The first verse of the song sets the tone for the rest of the lyrics. It expresses a sense of longing and waiting for the other person to acknowledge their love. The second verse talks about the challenges that the two people are facing in their relationship. It emphasizes the importance of not losing hope and faith, despite the difficulties. The chorus repeats the phrase "one and the same," emphasizing the idea that the two people are truly meant to be together.
Overall, the lyrics of the song are about the power of love and the importance of perseverance in relationships. The singer encourages the listener to believe in the power of love and to keep believing in their dreams, even when things get tough.
Line by Line Meaning
well i
The singer is expressing a personal perspective or opinion
keep on waiting
The singer is continuing to wait patiently
for you to say
The singer is anticipating a response from the other person
that your wait is over
The artist wants the other person to have found their sought-after solution or resolution
and you've woken up in clover
The artist wants the other person to be happy with what they've found
yeah
Confirmation or agreement with what was just discussed
we're one and the same
The singer feels a connection with the other person
seems like
The artist is acknowledging the circumstance or situation
it's never ending
The artist feels like the events or emotions are continuous and unending
but good lights the way
There is a source of hope or inspiration amongst the difficult times
let's keep believing
Encouraging the other person to maintain hope and faith
that we're one
Both parties share a commonality
that we're one and the same
Both parties are extremely similar and connected
salvation see it lights the way
The hope of ultimate redemption and reward provides illumination
each time we see heaven
When we glimpse hope or happiness
it slips away
The moment of happiness or hopefulness is transitory
so keep believing
Encouragement to maintain hope and faith despite transitory moments of hopelessness
don't come undone
Discouraging self-destructive behavior or hopelessness
keep on dreaming
To continue having goals, aspirations, and hope
our day will come
There is hope that someday things will be better
two birds adrift on the wind
Metaphorical reference to how the two people are navigating through life
as life slips away
As life goes on
let's keep believing
The focus should be on maintaining hope and faith
that we're one and the same
The connection and similarity still exists despite life passing by
let's start living
To begin living life rather than just going through the motions
seize the day
Carpe diem; make the most of the present
can't miss heaven
A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that shouldn't be missed
it's a step away
The opportunity is within reach
let's keep persisting
Don't give up, keep pushing forward
another day
There will always be tomorrow and another chance
let's keep believing
Encouragement to maintain hope and faith
come what may
Regardless of circumstances or events, hope and faith will guide the way
we're one and the same
The connection and similarity still exists and will continue to guide the way
two hopeless dreamers
The two people share a hope and imagination for something better
wasting away
The feeling of being stuck or not progressing
god has an order
There is a plan or path for everyone designed by a higher power
we'll find a way
Despite the difficulties and challenges, a solution will be found
one and the same
The connection and similarity between the people is extremely strong
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ROB DOUGAN
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dogmatix45
LYRICS
well i
keep on waiting
for you to say
that your wait is over
and you've woken up in clover
yeah
we're one and the same
seems like
it's never ending
but good lights the way
let's keep believing
that we're one
that we're one and the same
one and the same
salvation see it lights the way
each time we see heaven
it slips away
so keep believing
don't come undone
keep on dreaming
our day will come
we're one and the same
two birds adrift on the wind
as life slips away
let's keep believing
that we're one and the same
one and the same
let's start living
seize the day
can't miss heaven
it's a step away
let's keep persisting
another day
let's keep believing
come what may
we're one and the same
two hopeless dreamers
wasting away
god has an order
we'll find a way
one and the same
one and the same
Aaron Beedle
one of the most hope inspiring songs ever.
SCharlesDennicon
Twenty years later: still one of the most beautiful song I've ever heard. Those strings...
John Cullinane
Cannot shrug this off! His majestic voice and sound are in my head 24/7. Reminding me of someone........
Satya Yuga
Chris Rea?
n0rt0x
@Satya Yuga Yep him hahaha
Mike Liáng
Simply timeless.
Sweet Queen
still timeless
Chan 1
A husky melow rock voice along side big sounds. Beautiful! 💗
dogmatix45
LYRICS
well i
keep on waiting
for you to say
that your wait is over
and you've woken up in clover
yeah
we're one and the same
seems like
it's never ending
but good lights the way
let's keep believing
that we're one
that we're one and the same
one and the same
salvation see it lights the way
each time we see heaven
it slips away
so keep believing
don't come undone
keep on dreaming
our day will come
we're one and the same
two birds adrift on the wind
as life slips away
let's keep believing
that we're one and the same
one and the same
let's start living
seize the day
can't miss heaven
it's a step away
let's keep persisting
another day
let's keep believing
come what may
we're one and the same
two hopeless dreamers
wasting away
god has an order
we'll find a way
one and the same
one and the same
Chan 1
Thanks for this.. 💗