His speciality is atmospheric keyboard electronica although much of his work features accomplished guitar playing. He has also recorded several largely instrumental solo albums under the name Strange Cargo which features vocals by Beth Orton, Laurie Mayer, Joe Frank among others. He was the musical force behind Bassomatic in the early 1990s, and formed the band Torch Song together with Mayer and Rico Conning in the 1980s. He has also produced and remixed numerous other artists, like Kraftwerk, Nitzer Ebb, The Cure, U2 and P!nk. Orbit's remixes carry his signature electronic sounds and techniques, making them sought after by fans of his solo work. He also worked with pop girl trio Sugababes.
His newest work has involved writing an orchestral piece, which was performed by the BBC Philharmonic at the Manchester International Festival in July 2007.
He also has a new album due out in 2009 - This has now been released (8th June 2009) "My Oracle Lives Uptown"
Spiral
William Orbit Lyrics
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And I've got no fight
Moving in a mad flash
Only means I can't stop
We're into overdrive
Hopelessly into you
Cause you know how to
Connect my feelings
No reason to be shy
Every reason to be not
(nothing's really sane)
(everything's amazing)
Slowly taking over me
(Baby have you noticed the sky is rearranging, yeah)
I feel it moving me
Oh, the ground beneath us crumbles and we fall
So I don't know, will we fall?
Cause I don't wanna be alone
(Caught up in a spiral)
I try to limbrush
The moment we touch
Breaking out a hard sweat
As good as it gets
I can't get no
Fall into a head space
Deep into a new place
Spinning out of control
You should know
I don't want to be sad
Every reason not to
(nothing's really same)
(everything's amazing)
Slowly taking over me
(Baby have you noticed the sky is rearranging, yeah)
I feel it moving me
(Caught up in a spiral)
It feels like I'm shaking up
Took a while, I'll find it out
All I am is mesmerized
Can't believe what's happening in front of my eyes
(nothing's really same)
(everything's amazing)
Slowly taking over me
(Baby have you noticed the sky is rearranging, yeah)
I feel it moving me
Oh, the ground beneath us crumbles and we fall
So I don't know, will we fall?
Cause I don't wanna be alone
(Caught up in a spiral)
(In a spiral)
Caught up in a spiral
I'm caught up in the spiral
Spiral
Caught up in the spiral
The lyrics of William Orbit's song Spiral are an exploration of feeling drawn to another person and being swept away by the intensity of the emotions involved. The first stanza sets the tone of the song as the singer describes a reckless, impulsive journey with his love interest, driven by a mutual attraction that seems unstoppable. The imagery of being caught in a spiral appears in the chorus, both as a reference to the intense emotional state of the singer and to the idea that they are losing control and could fall apart at any moment. The longing to be connected to the other person is also evident in the second stanza, as the singer describes the heady feeling of being close to someone who makes them feel alive but also vulnerable. The final repetition of the chorus emphasizes the sense of being caught in a cycle of desire and uncertainty, never quite knowing where it will lead but unable to escape its pull.
Overall, the lyrics of Spiral are a poetic exploration of the highs and lows of romantic attraction, capturing the intense emotions that can be both exhilarating and frightening.
Line by Line Meaning
We bust a red light
We are ignoring rules and moving rapidly without caring about the consequences.
And I've got no fight
I don't have any resistance left because I have given into the current situation.
Moving in a mad flash
We are moving quickly without any thought or control.
Only means I can't stop
I am not able to control the situation and stop it from progressing.
We're into overdrive
We are moving excessively fast, beyond our usual capacity.
Hopelessly into you
I am deeply and irrevocably attracted to you without any possibility of resisting it.
Cause you know how to
You have the ability to
Connect my feelings
To help me understand and express my emotions.
Till I open up from inside
You are able to make me feel comfortable enough to express my deepest emotions.
No reason to be shy
There is no reason to be hesitant or reluctant in this situation.
Every reason to be not
There are numerous reasons to not hold back or be reserved in this circumstance.
(nothing's really sane)
Things are not normal or reasonable in this situation.
(everything's amazing)
Everything feels incredible and unbelievable.
Slowly taking over me
This situation is gradually consuming me.
(Baby have you noticed the sky is rearranging, yeah)
The environment around me has changed dramatically and unexpectedly.
I feel it moving me
I can sense the situation taking me along with it.
Oh, the ground beneath us crumbles and we fall
The foundation underneath us is collapsing and we are beginning to lose our balance.
So I don't know, will we fall?
I am uncertain if we will falter and lose balance or not.
Cause I don't wanna be alone
I don't want to face this chaos and confusion by myself.
(Caught up in a spiral)
I am trapped in a cycle where things become progressively difficult to deal with.
I try to limbrush
I am attempting to diffuse a tense or uncomfortable situation.
The moment we touch
As soon as we make physical contact.
Breaking out a hard sweat
Things have become difficult and I'm struggling with the physical response of my body.
As good as it gets
This is as good or enjoyable as it will ever be in this situation.
I can't get no
I am not able to get any better or more positive in this situation.
Fall into a head space
I am losing control of my mind and emotions.
Deep into a new place
I am entering a new level of emotion or sensation.
Spinning out of control
The situation is spiraling out of control and becoming chaotic.
You should know
It is important for you to understand and be aware of this situation.
I don't want to be sad
I don't want my emotions to become melancholic or depressing in this situation.
Every reason not to
There are many reasons not to indulge in negative emotions.
It feels like I'm shaking up
I feel as if my emotions and mind are becoming unbalanced and agitated.
Took a while, I'll find it out
It has taken time but I will eventually find a way to resolve or cope with this situation.
All I am is mesmerized
I am captivated and fascinated by what is happening in this situation.
Can't believe what's happening in front of my eyes
I am struggling to comprehend what is happening in this situation.
(Caught up in a spiral)
I am trapped in a cycle where things become progressively difficult to deal with.
In a spiral
Trapped in a cycle or sequence where things spiral uncontrollably out of control.
Caught up in the spiral
Trapped in a chaotic and difficult cycle with no easy escape.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: KAREN ANN POOLE, HEIDI RANGE, WILLIAM ORBIT, KENNA, KEISHA KERREECE FAYEANNE BUCHANAN, MUTYA BUENA
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[Verse 1: Mutya]
We've bust a red light
And I've got no fight
Moving in a mad rush
No limit, I can't stop
We're into overdrive
Hopelessly into you
'Cause you know how to
Unwrap my feelings 'til I've
Opened up from inside
No reason to be shy
Every reason to be mine
[Pre-Chorus: Keisha & Mutya]
Nothing's really sane but everything's amazing
Slowly taking over me
Baby have you noticed, the sky is rearranging?
I feel it move in me
[Chorus: Kenna]
Oh, the ground beneath us trembles and we fall
So I wonder, will we fall?
'Cause I don't want to be alone
[Refrain: Heidi]
Caught up in a spiral
[Verse 2: Keisha]
Adrenaline rush
The moment we touch
Breaking out a hot sweat
It's as good as it gets
I can't get enough
Fall into a head space
Deep into a new place
Spinning out of control
You should know
I don't want to be safe
Every reason to be mine
[Pre-Chorus: Keisha & Mutya]
Nothing's really sane but everything's amazing
Slowly taking over me
Baby have you noticed, the sky is rearranging?
I feel it move in me
[Chorus: Kenna]
Oh, the ground beneath us trembles and we fall
So I wonder, will we fall?
'Cause I don't want to be alone
[Refrain: Heidi]
Caught up in a spiral
[Middle 8: Mutya]
Yeah, yeah
It feels like I'm shaking up
Took all cool to fight it up
All I am is mesmerised
Can't believe what's happening
Polarised
[Pre-Chorus: Keisha & Mutya]
Nothing's really sane but everything's amazing
Slowly taking over me
Baby have you noticed, the sky is rearranging?
I feel it move in me
Yeah, yeah
[Chorus: Kenna (with ad-libs from Keisha)]
Oh, the ground beneath us trembles and we fall (fall)
So I wonder, will we fall?
'Cause I don't want to be alone
[Refrain: All]
Caught up in a spiral
[Outro: Sugababes (Mutya & Keisha)]
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I'm caught up in a spiral
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Spiral
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Caught up in a spiral
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@ImJasonD
One day we will have this on Spotify
@valperie
Seriously, the most underrated song, ever.
@lorrainevivian7967
❤
@willasmith3303
Beautiful Track ... would be a nice thing to see and Hear the Original Sugababes do another Song with the very talented William Orbit X
@kailockyear8524
This song completes my heart a little bit more, every time I hear it. It's stunningly fluent and like something from a dream. I listen to it so often, and it just doesn't age.
Orbit, is the man ❤️✌️
@DavidMuirhead-lx4wv
Everything William Orbit touches turns to gold.
@sefaemreilikli
I just listened to this 20 times in a row. Mutya Buena's satin voice is enchanting.
@estespimps
This song and “Time Stood Still” by Madonna are hugely underrated gems by William Orbits. As well has his work with All Saints
@James-xh1wi
Spotify!! Come on, I need this!
@genox3636
This is an amazing song. I'll never forget it.