Finding themselves in the soundscape of a modern Simon and Garfunkel with influences from the likes of Ben Howard, Kings of Convenience and Kodaline, Amistat are definitely best enjoyed live. A safe place to be, to feel, to heal and to inspire. Their vocal harmonies create an unique synergy which stems from their contrasting personalities and musical styles blending together. Their authentic lyrics speak of what they have learned to be true in life and love, sharing their stories and songs about these lessons most of which they wrote while on the road.
Born with the closeness and understanding that only twins could share, Josef and Jan produce a unique synergy through the use of tight knit harmonies, shaped by an honest, storytelling vocal tone. Amistat is able to communicate their inspirations, drawn from a life on the road, infusing their sentiments, hopes and ambitions to develop a unique and honest message to their audiences.
Since 2012, Amistat have released five EP’s, It’s Not Words, Somewhere Sometime, Nostalgia, Love and Light, Still Alive and their debut album Parley which saw them embark on a number of Australian and European tours including performances at some of Australia's finest Festivals such as Woodford Folk Festival, National Folk Festival, Fairbridge and Nannup. The duo further won the Marton Guitar Emerging Artist of the Year 2018 Award at the Port Fairy Folk Festival 2018.
Following a two month tour with Australian band "Sons of the East" in 2019, playing 49 shows in 15 countries, Amistat followed up with their own headline tour through Europe and the UK in autumn 2019 before heading to their second home Australia for a national tour start of 2020.
Celebrating the release of their latest EP Still Alive the duo have just come of off their European tour which will be commencing in May 2022.
Far From Home
Amistat Lyrics
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Desire for perfect perfection And
You'll only feel alive when its you again
Now that I've lost all my clarity
I'm baring my soul to find peace
And for you to return to me
And you'll only love and light when it's you again
Would it get easier easier far from home
Love you've uncovered my weakness
Still you creeping around and seducing my wit with your sweetness
The bitter and sweet taste of incompleteness
Would it get easier, easier far from home
A chase this seems to be now taking its toll on me
Misleading those who leading, the journey is the goal
Would it get easier, easier far from home
It's not gonna get easier, easier far from home
The lyrics to Amistat's song "Far From Home" reflect a feeling of inner turmoil and a longing for something lost. The first verse talks about someone who is overwhelmed and drowning in their quest for perfection. They feel like they need to correct themselves, but their mind won't allow it. The only way they will feel alive again is if they can return to their former self, but that seems impossible.
The second verse reveals that the singer has lost their clarity and is now searching for inner peace. They are baring their soul in the hopes that it will lead to the return of a lost love. They believe that they will only find love and light when that person returns. The chorus asks the question: Would it get easier far from home? This can be interpreted both as a literal question, wondering if leaving one's physical home would make things easier, and as a metaphorical question, asking if leaving behind emotional baggage would make things easier.
The lyrics in the bridge reveal that the chase for something that seems to be just out of reach is taking a toll on the singer. The journey itself seems to be the goal, and they feel like they are losing themselves in the process. The final chorus repeats the question of whether things would get easier far from home, but with the added realization that it's not going to get easier.
Overall, the lyrics of "Far From Home" paint a picture of someone who is struggling with both internal and external conflict. They long for something they've lost and are questioning whether they need to leave behind their old life to find peace.
Line by Line Meaning
My mind stop this correction
I cannot control my thoughts anymore
Can't you see that im drowning In desire for perfect perfection
I feel like I'm suffocating in my desire to be perfect
And you'll only feel alive when its you again
You only feel complete when you have yourself back
Now that I've lost all my clarity
I'm confused and lost
I'm baring my soul to find peace
I'm being completely honest to find inner peace
And for you to return to me
I want you to come back to me
And you'll only love and light when it's you again
You can only love freely and be happy when you have yourself back
Love you've uncovered my weakness
You have found my vulnerabilities and it scares me
Still you creeping around and seducing my wit with your sweetness
You are still around, tempting me with your charm
The bitter and sweet taste of incompleteness
The feeling of having something missing is both painful and sweet
A chase this seems to be now taking its toll on me
The pursuit is now causing me to suffer
Misleading those who leading, the journey is the goal
Leading people astray by making them think that the journey is the end goal
Would it get easier, easier far from home
Is it possible for things to get easier if you're far from home?
It's not gonna get easier, easier far from home
Things won't get better just because you're far away from home
Contributed by Aaliyah G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Georgealikov
More people need to hear this song.
One of my favorite songs ever, goosebumps from the first second to the end of the song and I’m a metal head.
Thank you for this incredible song and thank you for making me feel that way.
❤️
@InnerResearcher
Just saw you live at Paradiso 2 hours ago, and whilst on the tram home, I’m now listening to this. Thank you for an incredible concert. You touched everyone’s soul, and Jan, you can sleep well knowing the audience felt very appreciated 🙏🏻
@amistatmusic
aww thank you! ♥️🙏🏻great to have shared the evening with you ✨till next time !
@ChamackChamema
Simply awesome!
@purnur3038
❤❤❤
@michelleleon4703
Amazing show in Byron bay guys ❤
@amistatmusic
aww thank you! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻till next time soon 😊
@silentrock22
These 🎶 gems just keep coming 😍
@amistatmusic
😌😌😌
@thuy..
These lyrics. ❤️ much love, already looking forward to when we next meet ✨️