Babylon
David Gray · Greatest Hits, David Gray [2007]
I'm going nowhere
All the lights are changing green to red
Turning over TV stations
Situations running through my head
Looking back through time you know it's clear that I've been blind
I've been a fool to open up my heart to all that jealousy
That bitterness
That ridicule
Saturday I'm running wild and all the lights are changing red to green
Moving through the crowd
I'm pushing
Chemicals all rushing in my bloodstream
I only wish that you were here
You know I'm seeing it so clear
I've been afraid to show you how I really feel
Admit to some of those bad mistakes I've made
And if you want it come and get it for crying out loud
The love that I was giving you was never in doubt
Let go of your heart
Let go of your head and feel it now
Let go of your heart
Let go of your head and feel it now
Babylon
Babylon
Babylon
Sunday
All the lights of London shining
Sky is fading red to blue
Kicking through the Autumn leaves
And wondering where it is you might be going to
Turning back for home
You know I'm feeling so alone
I can't believe
Climbing on the stair
I turn around to see you smiling there in front of me
And if you want it come and get it for crying out loud
The love that I was giving you was never in doubt
Let go of your heart
Let go of your head and feel it now
Let go of your heart
Let go of your head and feel it now
Let go of your heart
Let go of your head and feel it now
Let go of your heart
Let go of your head and feel it now
Babylon
Babylon
Babylon
Babylon
Babylon
Babylon - David Gray
David Gray's 'Babylon' stands as a defining track from his 2007 greatest hits compilation, showcasing his signature blend of soulful R&B and pop sensibilities. Released during a period where Gray solidified his status as a leading figure in the UK's new soul movement, the recording captures his ability to weave melancholic melodies with infectious hooks. The song reflects the broader musical landscape of the late 2000s, where artists like Gray were redefining the boundaries between traditional soul and modern pop production. With its emotive vocals and atmospheric arrangement, 'Babylon' serves as a testament to Gray's enduring influence on the genre, offering a nostalgic yet timeless listening experience that resonates with fans of classic soul and contemporary R&B.