Matt (28), Joe (26), Esra (24), and Simri-Ramon (20) grew up in a family of… Read Full Bio ↴Matt (28), Joe (26), Esra (24), and Simri-Ramon (20) grew up in a family of nine in Basle. "Our mother encouraged us to sing from a very early age," explains Joe. Ever since they were tiny, they have been making music together. Initially, they performed in nursing homes, hospitals, and at private events. Then came an event that changed their lives: in 2001, the Buchli family moved to Australia for two years, setting up home at 77 Bombay Street in Adelaide. On their return to Switzerland, the four decided that they didn't want to live in the city any more. "We were lucky to be able to take over the old chalet that belonged to our grandparents in Scharans," says Esra. "Surrounded by the beautiful mountains of the canton of Graubünden, it was just perfect." They weren't in the least bit bothered that they would have to share a bedroom. A short time later they formed a band, which they named after their temporary home down under. From this point on, the heart of the band beat in the chalet's cellar, where they rehearsed. Then everything happened very quickly: 77 Bombay Street began to enter band competitions, winning almost every one of them. They were then hired for some gigs and won both the Little Prix Walo and the MyCokemusic Contest in 2009. "It can be wonderful to make music with your brothers, but it can also be very nerve-racking," says Simri- Ramon in answer to a frequently asked question. "Each of us has a different idea of music. Before we reach a consensus, there can be big fights and it can get very loud."

At this stage, 77 Bombay Street is more than just an insider tip. 77 Bombay Street is all about the joy of making music, musical talent, intensity, and authenticity. With the songs '47 Millionaires' and 'Long Way', they have conquered the radio waves and are getting both positive media reviews and encouraging feedback. The band's fan community is growing steadily. 77 Bombay Street have already played over 100 live shows in their as yet short career. Their debut album, Up In The Sky, features 12 characteristic and unmistakeable folk-rock gems. There isn't a note too many, the songs are not overloaded with ideas, every word counts ... in fact, every one of the songs is straightforward, direct, and goes straight to the heart.

LOW ON AIR
77 Bombay Street Lyrics

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Diving in Koh Phi Phi, beautiful reefs
So I've been diving with the sharks and the turtles
Watching Triggerfish beautiful color
Diving with a big whale called Parker
Oh, that's the sunny sight, that's the fun sight, oh yeah
That's the sunny sight of my life !
When I get back home, when I get back home
There's always something going wrong!

I'm running low on air,
I'm running low on air right now
Need to go up, to the surface,
Need to get a new tank with a new regulator
Help me find my way to the surface!
And I'm still going down, something pulls me right to the ground
This feeling's tearing me into pieces
I'm running low on air,
I'm running low on air right now
Need to go up, to the surface,

Living in a bubble, deep down on the water,
Playing with the orcas and dolfins
Dancing with the mermaids, singing with the blue whales
Party with the fish in the ocean
And now I'm sitting in my office, drinking hundred coffees
Every day is just the same!
I need to go back to Koh Phi Phi, out of the city,
I really wanna go back again!

I'm running low on air,
I'm running low on air right now
Need to go up, to the surface,
Need to get a new tank with a new regulator
Help me find my way to the surface!
And I'm still going down, something pulls me right to the ground
This feeling's tearing me into pieces
I'm running low on air,
I'm running low on air right now
Need to go up, to the surface,
I'm running low on air
I'm running low on air!

Whales, whales, whales lead me to your secret place
Whales, whales, whales take me to your place!
Whales, whales, whales lead me to your secret place
Whales, whales, whales take me to your place!

I'm running low on air,
I'm running low on air right now
Need to go up, to the surface,
Need to get a new tank with a new regulator
Help me find my way to the surface!
And I'm still going down, something pulls me right to the ground
This feeling's tearing me into pieces
I'm running low on air,
I'm running low on air right now
Need to go up, to the surface,

I'm running low on air
I'm running low on air!

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Low on Air" is about the feeling of being stuck in a mundane routine and the longing to escape it by experiencing the excitement and freedom of scuba diving. The verses set the scene of the singer diving in Koh Phi Phi, describing the beautiful reefs, encountering sea creatures such as sharks, turtles, and Triggerfish as well as a big whale named Parker. The singer then contrasts this thrilling experience to the dullness of everyday life back home, where everything seems to be going wrong. This feeling of wanting to escape the ordinary is reinforced in the second verse, as the singer reminisces about living in a bubble, playing with orcas and dolphins, and partying with fish in the ocean.

The chorus, "I'm running low on air, I'm running low on air right now, Need to go up, to the surface, Need to get a new tank with a new regulator, Help me find my way to the surface!", describes the feeling of being in a dangerous and unfamiliar situation underwater, where the singer is running out of oxygen and needs to ascend before it's too late. The chorus cleverly doubles as a metaphor for feeling suffocated in everyday life and needing a breath of fresh air and new perspective.

Line by Line Meaning

Diving in Koh Phi Phi, beautiful reefs
I have gone diving in Koh Phi Phi and seen the stunning reefs

So I've been diving with the sharks and the turtles
While diving, I have observed various sea creatures including sharks and turtles

Watching Triggerfish beautiful color
I have seen the colorful Triggerfish while diving

Diving with a big whale called Parker
I have gone diving with a massive whale named Parker

Oh, that's the sunny sight, that's the fun sight, oh yeah That's the sunny sight of my life !
These are the happy moments that make up the best part of my life

When I get back home, when I get back home There's always something going wrong!
Life at home is full of problems and issues

I'm running low on air, I'm running low on air right now Need to go up, to the surface, Need to get a new tank with a new regulator Help me find my way to the surface!
While diving, I am running out of air and need to resurface to replenish my air supply with a new tank and regulator, and need help reaching the surface

And I'm still going down, something pulls me right to the ground This feeling's tearing me into pieces I'm running low on air, I'm running low on air right now Need to go up, to the surface,
Despite trying to swim up to the surface, I am still sinking down, and the fear of running out of air is extremely distressing

Living in a bubble, deep down on the water, Playing with the orcas and dolfins Dancing with the mermaids, singing with the blue whales Party with the fish in the ocean
Living life underwater is like being in a bubble where I can interact with various marine creatures, play with orcas and dolphins, dance with mermaids, sing with blue whales, and even party with fish

And now I'm sitting in my office, drinking hundred coffees Every day is just the same! I need to go back to Koh Phi Phi, out of the city, I really wanna go back again!
Back in the office, every day feels the same, and I long to return to Koh Phi Phi, away from the city and back to my diving adventures

Whales, whales, whales lead me to your secret place Whales, whales, whales take me to your place! Whales, whales, whales lead me to your secret place Whales, whales, whales take me to your place!
I yearn to be led to the secret places where the whales reside and wish to be taken to their abode

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Comments from YouTube:

Ivy Amoss

Stumbled upon this band a couple weeks ago and absolutely adore them. this is the first live video ive watched of theurs and they sound really great live too! id love for them to come to toronto one day :')

Brenda R

11y

I love them

Katia kl

Grandissimi... Top

jess99 nana

9y↑1

ma chanson préférée .

valmejar

coooool!!!

Thomas Schwarz

48w

Drinking 100 coffees, everyday is just the same und das Atmen fällt schwer, wie wenn der Tank beim Tauchen fast leer wäre. So treffend für einen reisesüchtigen Bürogummi wie mich....