3-11 Porter from Oslo, Norway released their first CD "Nurse Me" in 2003. Read Full Bio ↴3-11 Porter from Oslo, Norway released their first CD "Nurse Me" in 2003.

The group members are:
Songwriter and singer: Per Arne Bertheussen
Producer, arranger and guitar-player: Svein Hansen
Singer: Tracee Meyn

The next album " Surround Me" was released in 2008
There is a certain kind of music that is impossible to forget about again once you listened to it for the first time. Within seconds, it takes a certain place in your heart, triggering certain emotions... and from then on keeps staying in those emotional charts for a long time, if not forever.

There are only a few acts who can do that sort of magic with their music. 3-11 Porter from Oslo / Norway surely is one of those exceptions. Per Arne Berthussen, Svein Hansen and songstress Tracee Lewis Meyn have that „certain something“, wisely embedded in their music as an organical part of it. 3-11 Porter sound comes mature, intriguingly reflective and open for imagination at any point.

Introspective pop music? Not the worst starting point indeed to describe the sounds of a band heavily influenced by the works of Roxy Music, The Stranglers, The Smiths and Tom Waits as well as by Blues, Folk and „classic“ film scores.

The 3-11 Porter song "Surround Me With Your Love“ is part of the soundtrack to the new Hollywood movie "Fireflies in the garden“ which is starring Julia Roberts and William Dafoe.

The song: "Surround Me With Your Love" is also used in the soundtrack for:
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And again the song: "Surround Me With Your Love" is also used in the soundtrack for:
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3-11 Porter Lyrics

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I see the fake got me gazing
You talk a lot what you saying
They switching up now they hating
They only love when you made it
Told gramps I was gonna make it
I could just never explain it
I was held stuck had to stay in
Sadness I started more praying
I see the fake got me gazing
You talk a lot what you saying
They switching up now they hating
They only love when you made it
Told gramps I was gonna make it
I could just never explain it
I was held stuck had to stay in
Sadness I started more praying
I had to pray
What’s the price I gotta pay
Feelings they get in the way
Love don’t feel right anyway
I felt like working one day
I got up I ain’t gonna lay
This a game my name Seway
Controlling me I ain’t gonna play
Controlling me I ain’t gonna play
I made a couple thousand spent it all in a day
My Jesus piece my only chain
I never falter, I’m never going away
I see the fake got me gazing
You talk a lot what you saying
They switching up now they hating
They only love when you made it
Told gramps I was gonna make it
I could just never explain it
I was held stuck had to stay in
Sadness I started more praying
I see the fake got me gazing
You talk a lot what you saying
They switching up now they hating
They only love when you made it
Told gramps I was gonna make it
I could just never explain it
I was held stuck had to stay in
Sadness I started more praying
I see the fake got me gazing
You talk a lot what you saying
They switching up now they hating
They only love when you made it
Told gramps I was gonna make it
I could just never explain it

I was held stuck had to stay in
Sadness I started more praying

Overall Meaning

In the song "Praying" by 3-11 Porter, the lyrics convey a sense of frustration and disappointment towards the fake people and the changing dynamics of relationships. The singer expresses their awareness of the insincerity around them and their struggle to comprehend why people only show love and support when one has achieved success. It reflects a common theme in the music industry, where people often switch their loyalties and show disdain once an artist faces setbacks.

The mention of telling gramps about making it suggests a sense of determination and ambition to succeed. The singer acknowledges that they can never fully explain their journey and the hurdles they have faced, but they have learned to cope with sadness through prayer. It implies that prayer has become a source of strength and solace amid the challenges.

Overall, "Praying" portrays a sense of disillusionment with the superficiality of relationships and the transient nature of support in the face of adversity. It also highlights the importance of perseverance and seeking solace in prayer during difficult times.

Line by Line Meaning

I see the fake got me gazing
I am observing the dishonest and insincere individuals around me, which has caught my attention.

You talk a lot what you saying
I notice that you speak extensively, but your words lack substance and truthfulness.

They switching up now they hating
Those people are changing their attitude towards me, now showing hatred and hostility.

They only love when you made it
They only show affection and support when you have achieved success and recognition.

Told gramps I was gonna make it
I reassured my grandfather that I would accomplish my goals and achieve success.

I could just never explain it
I have difficulty articulating or rationalizing my experiences and emotions.

I was held stuck had to stay in
I was trapped and confined, with no option but to remain in my current situation.

Sadness I started more praying
Feeling the weight of sorrow, I turned to prayer as a way to cope and find solace.

I had to pray
It was necessary for me to engage in prayer.

What's the price I gotta pay
What sacrifices or consequences must I endure for my actions or aspirations?

Feelings they get in the way
Emotions often hinder or obstruct progress and decision-making.

Love don't feel right anyway
Love doesn't bring me fulfillment or contentment, regardless of the circumstances.

I felt like working one day
There was a moment when I had the motivation and determination to engage in productive work.

I got up I ain't gonna lay
I rose from inactivity and refuse to remain idle or lazy.

This a game my name Seway
Life is a challenging and unpredictable competition, and my name is Seway.

Controlling me I ain't gonna play
I refuse to be manipulated or controlled by external forces and will not participate in such games.

I made a couple thousand spent it all in a day
I earned a substantial amount of money but impulsively spent it all within a single day.

My Jesus piece my only chain
The only possession that holds value and meaning to me is the necklace with a religious symbol.

I never falter, I’m never going away
I remain steadfast and persistent in my endeavors, unwavering in my commitment and unwilling to disappear.