Gladiator

Dami Im

About Gladiator

"Gladiator" is a song by Australian recording artist Dami Im. It was written by Im, Johan Gustafson, Fredrik Häggstam and Sebastian Lundberg, and produced by the latter three under their production name Trinity. The song was released on 8 August 2014, as the second single from Im's third studio album Heart Beats. "Gladiator" is a mid-tempo pop ballad that explores the theme of female empowerment. According to its lyrics, Im sings about the need to make a man fall in love with her by fighting for his love "like a gladiator". "Gladiator" received positive reviews from critics, who complimented the catchy production and Im's vocal delivery. They also predicted the song to be a commercial success and compared it to the work of Katy Perry. Upon its release, "Gladiator" debuted at number 11 on the Australian ARIA Singles Chart and was certified gold by the Australian Recording Industry Association for sales exceeding 35,000 copies. The accompanying music video was directed by Young Black Youth and features Im's character growing up and training to become a powerful evil-fighting gladiator. The video was well received by critics for its presentation. Im promoted "Gladiator" with performances on television and radio programs and at instore appearances. 


Year:
2014
3:41
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Throw my head to the sky
Cover the sun in my eyes
I can see your silhouette, silhouette
I'll find a way to get to you
You look at me and I blush
You're like a perfect mirage
And they say you're out of my league
Out of reach, I don't mind

I'll break my back for just one touch
All my blood for your love
Not in it for the honor
For you I swear I'm gonna
Run through a thousand burning fields
And nothing can stop me
Not in it for the glory
I just hope you're waiting for me

Never gonna give up
I won't let nobody harm ya
I'm a fight for your love
Like a gladiator
Give it all that I've got
I'm your knight in shining armor
I'm a fight for your love
Like a gladiator (yeah, yeah, yeah)
Like a gladiator (yeah, yeah, yeah)

You built your walls real high
Nobody else dares to climb
But I'm a work my fingers to the bone
All the way to your throne

Catch every arrow in my shield
If it brings you to me
Not in it for the honor
For you I swear I'm gonna
Run through a thousand burning fields
And nothing can stop me
Not in it for the glory
I just hope you're waiting for me

Never gonna give up
I won't let nobody harm ya
I'm a fight for your love
Like a gladiator
Give it all that I've got
I'm your knight in shining armor
I'm a fight for your love
Like a gladiator
Like a gladiator

I'm gonna wait for your love
I'm gonna fight for your love
Don't care about the odds
I'll take on the world if I must
They will be screaming my name
You're gonna see who I am
I'll show you what I'm made of
There's nothing I'm afraid of

Never gonna give up
I won't let nobody harm ya
I'm a fight for your love
Like a gladiator
Give it all that I've got
I'm your knight in shining armor
I'm a fight for your love
Like a gladiator

Never gonna give up
I won't let nobody harm ya
I'm a fight for your love
Like a gladiator
Give it all that I've got
I'm your knight in shining armor
I'm a fight for your love
Like a gladiator
Like a gladiator

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Dami Im

Dami Im ( DAH-mee IM, Hangul: 임다미; RR: Im Dami, IPA: [im‿da.mi]; born 17 October 1988) is a Korean-born Australian singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist performing artist. Im is known for achieving the highest Eurovision score for Australia. Im emigrated to Australia from South Korea with her family at the age of nine. She won the fifth season of The X Factor Australia and subsequently received a recording contract with Sony Music Australia and managed by Ken Outch at Parade Management. After winning The X Factor, Im released her debut and winner's single "Alive", which debuted at number one on the ARIA Singles Chart. This was followed by the release of her self-titled second studio album, which debuted at number one the ARIA Albums Chart and was certified… more »

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Written by: CARL JOHAN ISAC GUSTAFSSON, DAMI IM, FREDRIK HAGGSTAM, SEBASTIAN PER EMIL LUNDBERG

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

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10 facts about this song

Song Title and Artist
"Gladiator" is a song by Australian singer-songwriter Dami Im.
Release and Chart Performance
The song was released in August 2014 and peaked at number 11 on the Australian ARIA Singles Chart.
Songwriters
"Gladiator" was co-written by Dami Im along with Johan Gustafson, Fredrik Häggstam, Sebastian Lundberg, and Hayley Aitken.
Genre Classification
The song can be categorized under the genre of pop with some elements of electropop.
Album Association
"Gladiator" is the second single from Dami Im's third studio album "Heart Beats", which was released in October 2014.
Vocal Range Showcasing
This song received appreciation as it allowed Dami Im to showcase her powerful vocals and high register.
Music Video
The "Gladiator" music video was released in August 2014, and it features Dami demonstrating her strength and courage, paralleling the song's empowering theme.
Role in Career Evolution
"Gladiator" further helped to solidify Dami Im's reputation in the music industry following her win on the fifth season of "The X Factor Australia" in 2013.
Inspirational Message
The song's lyrics revolve around the concept of strength, resilience, and fighting for what one believes in, serving as an anthem of empowerment.
Live Performances
Dami Im has performed "Gladiator" at various events and shows, further enhancing its popularity among her fans.

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