Arno has toured extensively in SA, UK, Europe and USA, headlined every major South African festival and performed at some of the most legendary international music festivals including Isle of Wight, Glastonbury, V Festival, T in the Park and Hard Rock Calling.
2012 will be Arno’s most creative year yet. He is currently working on his 4th solo album scheduled for release in the 2nd quarter of 2012 and will also host his first ever art exhibition. It will run at The Lovell Gallery in Woodstock, Cape Town, from the 1st March to 13th April 2012.
ARNO CARSTENS HAS RELEASED THE FOLLOWING ALBUMS, EP’s and DVD’s:
Springbok Nude Girls – Neanderthal 1 (Epic, 1995)
Springbok Nude Girls – It Became a Weapon (Epic, 1996)
Springbok Nude Girls – be-vest@iafrica.com (Epic, 1997)
Springbok Nude Girls – AfterLifeSatisfaction (Epic, 1997)
Springbok Nude Girls – Omnisofa (Epic, 1998)
Springbok Nude Girls – OPTI MUM (Epic, 1998)
Springbok Nude Girls – Surpass The Powers (Epic, 1999)
Springbok Nude Girls – Un-E.Z. (Epic, 1999)
Springbok Nude Girls – Relaxor (Epic, 2000)
Springbok Nude Girls – The Fat Lady Sings / Best of the Springbok Nude Girls 1995-2001 (Epic, 2001)
Arno Carstens – Another Universe (Sony, 2003)
Springbok Nude Girls – Goddank Vir Klank 1994 – 2004 (Sony, 2004)
Arno Carstens – The Hello Goodbye Boys (SonyBMG, 2005)
Nude Girls – Nude Girls (Exclusive UK release)(Golden Fairy Records/SonyBMG, 2006)
Springbok Nude Girls – PeaceBreaker (SonyBMG, 2007)
Springbok Nude Girls Live at London’s Astoria DVD (SonyBMG, 2007)
Bhelltower – Bhelltower (SonyBMG, 2008)
Arno Carstens – Wonderful Wild (Sony, 2010)
Arno Carstens – Wonderful Wild Deluxe Edition (Sony, 2010)
Springbok Nude Girls – Apes with Shades (Sony, 2011)
Boy
Arno Carstens Lyrics
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Summer and spring and then back again
It was the come to me come to methe mother the child, I won't know my eyes were too wild
She said here we farm with feelings with hands we turn the soil
It's a gamble gamble gambling
Wishful sound of joy
He is my boy...
It was the father forever the mother so clever
They branded me father marksman and king lord over planets of which children dream
She said here we farm with feelings with hands we turn the soil
It's a gamble gamble gambling
Wishful sound of joy
He is my boy...
It was day it was night it was winter and rain
Summer and spring and then back again
In 24 hours in 24 years I have grown older with my well-oiled gears
She said here we farm with feelings with hands we turn the soil
It's a gamble gamble gambling
Wishful sound of joy
He is my boy...
In Arno Carstens's song "Boy," the lyrics are a contemplative reflection on the cycles of life and the responsibilities of parenthood. The song's repeated lines of "It was day, it was night" and "Summer and spring, and then back again" suggest the endless cycle of life, with its ups and downs and cyclical patterns. The mother's words of "here we farm with feelings, with hands we turn the soil" indicates the hard work and emotional investment of raising a child, which is often a gamble with uncertain outcomes.
The singer speaks of the mother's confidence in their child's future, saying "I can tell he will do so well," while also acknowledging their own self-doubt and wild emotions. The lyrics also address the societal expectations placed on fathers, with the singer referring to themselves as "father marksman and king lord over planets of which children dream." However, ultimately the focus is on the love and connection between parent and child, with the repeated refrain "he is my boy" emphasizing the intense emotional bond between them.
Overall, "Boy" is a poignant exploration of the joys and challenges of parenthood, as well as the cyclical nature of life and the continual growth that comes with it.
Line by Line Meaning
It was day it was night it was winter and rain
The passing of time, through different seasons and weather conditions.
Summer and spring and then back again
The cyclical nature of time, where one season follows the other in a continuous loop.
It was the come to me come to me the mother the child, I won't know my eyes were too wild
The singer's inability to fully understand the relationship between the mother and child, due to being overwhelmed by emotion.
She said here we farm with feelings with hands we turn the soil
A metaphorical reference to the nurturing of relationships and personal growth, which requires dedication and hard work.
It's a gamble gamble gambling
The risk involved in building relationships and investing in personal growth, where the outcome is uncertain.
Wishful sound of joy
Hopeful emotions associated with the potential outcome of the risk taken in building relationships and investing in growth.
He is my boy...
A declaration of love and pride for someone who has grown and developed through the nurturing of relationships and self-growth.
It was the father forever the mother so clever
The roles of parents in providing guidance and support, where the mother is portrayed as especially wise.
I can tell I can tell he will do so well
A sense of positive expectation for the artist's child, based on their growth and development thus far.
They branded me father marksman and king lord over planets of which children dream
A perception of being a key figure in the life of the child, with the implication that the love and support provided will have a lasting impact.
In 24 hours in 24 years I have grown older with my well-oiled gears
The gradual process of aging, through the maintenance of self-improvement and personal growth.
Contributed by Ellie A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Rebecca Pierce
Somehow I missed this one! I love it!
Edwin Peo
Watch Arno live a couple of times now.
Can anyone mention the band members named
SideAct
my daughters favorite song !
SideAct
Mine too!