His musical career began as Head Chorister at the Cathedral & Parish Church of St Peter Port, Guernsey. He won an Organ Scholarship to Selwyn College, Cambridge and subsequently studied Voice and Continuo at the London Early Music Centre, where his teachers included Emma Kirkby, Roger Norrington and Nigel Rogers.
He took up the harp quite by chance, and in the absence of a modern school of baroque harp-playing, taught himself to play, using period treatises and iconography. He quickly established himself in London, performing and recording with nearly all the leading specialist ensembles: he has made over 100 recordings of music ranging from Troubadour lyrics (with Paul Hillier for ECM) to new music for early harp (John Paul Jones' 'Amores Pasados' with The Harp Consort for DHM) and including two accounts of the Handel Harp Concerto - with The Sixteen, and with Andrew Parrott's Taverner Players.
After six years as harpist and keyboard player with the baroque ensemble Tragicomedia, for whom he created many musical arrangements and concert programmes, most recently a recording of Anna Magdalena Bach's 'Notenbuch', Andrew Lawrence-King formed his own ensemble, THE HARP CONSORT in 1994. Taking its inspiration from the original 17th century 'Consorte' created by Charles I, The Harp Consort is a mixed vocal and instrumental ensemble that brings together world-class soloists in various line-ups, according to the repertoire being performed.
The Harp Consort's combination of detailed historical research with the dramatic spontaneity of improvised performance won them instant critical acclaim. Their debut recording, Ribayaz's 17th century collection of dance music from Spain, Italy, South America and Africa, 'Luz y Norte' forms the basis of a baroque stage show of improvised music and dance. Luz y Norte toured America for the first time in 1996, and will be given at Australia's Brisbane Festival and in the Sydney Opera House in 97.
Andrew Lawrence-King's schedule for performances - solo, with The Harp Consort and as a guest conductor - takes him this season to Italy, Spain, Germany, France, Scandinavia and Japan. The Harp Consort have two US tours as well as a busy recording schedule, turning their attention now also to medieval music. DHM has recently released their second CD, CAROLAN'S HARP: dances, airs and laments by Turlough O'Carolan, "the chief musician of all Ireland".
Robin
Andrew Lawrence-King Lyrics
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Batman, Robin, Lamborghini schwarz (yeah)
Veysel, Zaza auf dem Titelblatt (yeah)
Batman, Robin, Lamborghini schwarz (yeah-yeah)
Police, wegrennen, werden nie gefasst
Westberlin, kleiner Kreis
Ich bleib' „Multikriminell“
Wir beschaffen buntes Geld (uh)
Prada, kein Jordan vierer
Trag' tausend Euro Sneaker
Das ist, „La Dolce Vita“
Mich liebt 'ne Mode-Diva (ey-ja)
Tom Ford „Oud Wood“, big Drip, Ku'damm
Drop Top tut gut, Sniff-Sniff Pudern (sniff)
Kuwait Business Class, 030 in die Charts (Charts)
Pool Vibes und Whisky Glas (yeah), pur Weiß vom Syndikat (yeah)
Fahrerflucht durch Ku'damm
Vollgas, Kickdown, bin too fast (wouh)
Batman, Robin, Lamborghini schwarz (yeah)
Veysel, Zaza auf dem Titelblatt (yeah)
Batman, Robin, Lamborghini schwarz (yeah-yeah)
Police, wegrennen, werden nie gefasst
Super Silver Lemon Haze (Haze)
Ich kiff' auf der Fashion-Week (Week)
Burj Khalifa, Emirates
Ich chill' in der Präsi-Suite
Fahr' mit Shuttle-Service los
Steig' aus mit dem Seidenhemd
Damals gab es falsche Bros
Heute trau' ich keinem Mensch'
Was ich sage, alles echt
Das hier ist kein Storyboard
Übergabe 100K
Business läuft im Korridor
Diamonds aus der Factory
Ich zahle den Listenpreis
Heiße Bitches next to me
Pfirsich so wie Lipton-Ice
Fahrerflucht durch Ku'damm
Vollgas, Kickdown, bin too fast (wouh)
Batman, Robin, Lamborghini schwarz (yeah)
Veysel, Zaza auf dem Titelblatt (yeah)
Batman, Robin, Lamborghini schwarz (yeah)
Police, wegrennen, werden nie gefasst (yeah-yeah)
Werden nie gefasst
Werden nie gefasst
The lyrics to Andrew Lawrence-King's song "Robin" depict a luxurious and extravagant lifestyle. The reference to Batman and Robin symbolizes the singer and his companion navigating through a world of wealth and indulgence. The mention of a black Lamborghini represents their opulence and the power they possess. The name Veysel and Zaza on the cover of a magazine suggest that they are celebrities or well-known figures in their social circle.
The lyrics also touch upon themes of escapism and rebellion. The line "Police, wegrennen, werden nie gefasst" loosely translates to "Police, run away, never caught," emphasizing a desire to evade authority and live life on their own terms. The mention of West Berlin and a small circle implies a close-knit group of individuals who engage in criminal activities, celebrating their "Multikriminell" lifestyle.
There are references to material possessions and appearances throughout the song. The singer claims to bring green (money) and white (drugs), implying involvement in the drug trade to obtain wealth. Mentioning designer brands like Prada and name-dropping Tom Ford fragrances signify a taste for luxury and status. The references to expensive sneakers and driving a Lamborghini reinforce the idea of extravagance.
The lyrics also emphasize the singer's distrust of others, possibly due to past experiences. They express a cautious attitude, stating that they don't trust anyone anymore. This wariness is juxtaposed with their assertiveness, highlighting their self-reliance and independence. The line "What I say, alles echt" implies that their words and actions are genuine and not fabricated, perhaps in response to being deceived in the past.
In summary, the lyrics of "Robin" depict a high-end, rebellious lifestyle filled with luxury, suspicion of others, and a desire to escape authority. The song explores themes of materialism, self-reliance, and the pursuit of pleasure.
Line by Line Meaning
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Expressing a feeling of assurance and excitement
Batman, Robin, Lamborghini schwarz (yeah)
Emphasizing a luxurious and powerful lifestyle, comparing oneself to fictional characters
Veysel, Zaza auf dem Titelblatt (yeah)
Celebrating their fame and recognition in the media
Police, wegrennen, werden nie gefasst
Rejecting the idea of getting caught by the police and emphasizing their ability to escape
Westberlin, kleiner Kreis
Referring to a small circle of people in West Berlin
Ich bleib' „Multikriminell“
Identifying oneself as involved in multiple criminal activities
Bring' dir Grün, bring' dir Weiß
Supplying drugs, specifically marijuana and cocaine
Wir beschaffen buntes Geld (uh)
Engaged in acquiring and using various sources of illegal income
Prada, kein Jordan vierer
Preferring high-end fashion by Prada over Air Jordan sneakers
Trag' tausend Euro Sneaker
Wearing sneakers worth a thousand euros as a symbol of wealth
Das ist, „La Dolce Vita“
Referring to living a life of luxury and enjoyment
Mich liebt 'ne Mode-Diva (ey-ja)
Being loved by a fashionable woman
Tom Ford „Oud Wood“, big Drip, Ku'damm
Using expensive perfume and being extravagant while driving on Ku'damm
Drop Top tut gut, Sniff-Sniff Pudern (sniff)
Enjoying the feeling of driving a convertible car and engaging in drug use
Kuwait Business Class, 030 in die Charts (Charts)
Flying in the luxurious business class to Kuwait and having success in the music charts
Pool Vibes und Whisky Glas (yeah), pur Weiß vom Syndikat (yeah)
Enjoying a luxurious lifestyle by the pool with a glass of whisky, referring to obtaining pure cocaine from a criminal organization
Fahrerflucht durch Ku'damm
Driving recklessly and fleeing the scene through Ku'damm
Vollgas, Kickdown, bin too fast (wouh)
Driving at full speed and accelerating aggressively, indicating a sense of thrill and danger
Super Silver Lemon Haze (Haze)
Referring to a specific strain of marijuana known for its potent effects
Ich kiff' auf der Fashion-Week (Week)
Engaging in marijuana use even during prestigious events like Fashion Week
Burj Khalifa, Emirates
Referencing famous landmarks and luxurious airlines
Ich chill' in der Präsi-Suite
Relaxing and enjoying oneself in a presidential suite
Fahr' mit Shuttle-Service los
Traveling in style using a shuttle service
Steig' aus mit dem Seidenhemd
Getting out of the vehicle wearing a luxurious silk shirt
Damals gab es falsche Bros
Referring to past friends who turned out to be unreliable or disloyal
Heute trau' ich keinem Mensch'
Expressing a lack of trust in people now
Was ich sage, alles echt
Asserting that everything they say is genuine and truthful
Das hier ist kein Storyboard
Clarifying that what they are experiencing is not a scripted or fictional scenario
Übergabe 100K
Referring to the exchange of a large sum of money
Business läuft im Korridor
Conducting illegal activities discreetly
Diamonds aus der Factory
Obtaining diamonds from an unknown source or illegal means
Ich zahle den Listenpreis
Paying the full price without bargaining or negotiating
Heiße Bitches next to me
Being surrounded by attractive women
Pfirsich so wie Lipton-Ice
Describing the attractiveness and desirability of the women, comparing them to a peach-flavored iced tea
Werden nie gefasst
Continuing to emphasize their ability to avoid capture by the police
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Veysel Gelin, King Zaza, Buaka
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