Asrai is a female fronted gothic metal band originating from the area aroun… Read Full Bio ↴Asrai is a female fronted gothic metal band originating from the area around Rotterdam and The Hague, Netherlands . Originally formed in 1988 by sisters Margriet and Karin, they produced several demos between 1989 and 1994 which gained them national popularity and radio play both in Netherlands and central Europe. In 1997 they released their debut As Voices Speak on the German Poison Ivy label (extremely indie distribution channel) and issued a German release of the album later that year.
Over the next few years Asrai worked on perfecting their sound, image, and musical relationships - picking up Manon, Rik and Martin as permanent members to create the rich and epic sound they have today.

Touch in the Dark was recorded on indie Dutch-euro label Transmission Records in 2004 (produced by German gothic metal studio wizard Roman Schoensee of The Bloodline/Dreamside) and mixed by Sasha Peath.

They have appeared at over 20 European festivals in 2005 and 2006, and showcased their new single at Paradiso in Amsterdam in May 2006. Asrai went 2008 on a European tour; The Darkest Tout, with Septhic Flesh, Gorgoroth, (now called Godseed), Moonspell and Cradle of Filth. And in 2010 Asrai was part of the Rubicon tour, with Unsun and Tristania.

Margriet - Vocals
Rik - Guitar
Manon - Synth
Jett - Bass
Karin - Drums

Former band members:
Martin - Bass

Something
Asrai Lyrics

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Something's going on
I don't know what I did
But it worked out fine again

Got you in my song
It sounds like a hit
It's gonna be alright again

We're something to celebrate
The more you love, the more you hate
Who cares about us anyway?
Something's going on

Take some time to graduate
Take some time and don't be late
Who cares about us anyway?
Something's going on

Nothing's going right
This could go on all night
Gotta raise my game again

You're the same as me
I fit you perfectly
I'll never be the same again

We're something to celebrate
The more you love, the more you hate
Who cares about us anyway?
Something's going on

Take some time to graduate
Take some time and don't be late
Who cares about us anyway?
Something's going on

Oh,
I want to stare at you
I want to stare at you
I want to stare at you all night

I want to stare at you
I want to stare at you
Want to be wearing you all night
Yeah, something's going on!

We're something to celebrate
The more you love, the more you hate
Who cares about us anyway?
Something's going on

Take some time to graduate
Take some time and don't be late
Who cares about us anyway?
Something's going on

Come on!
Something's going on

Oh yeah
Something's going on

Overall Meaning

The song "Something" by Asrai is a love song that speaks about the unparalleled bond between two lovers. The lyrics convey a sense of excitement and happiness that comes with finding that special someone who perfectly fits into one's life. The song starts with the singer acknowledging that something is going on, but they are not sure what it is or how it happened. Nevertheless, everything seems to be working out fine for both of them, and they are celebrating their love. The singer also notes that they have found something that sounds like a hit, indicating that their love story is one for the ages.

The chorus of the song talks about how the two lovers are something to celebrate, acknowledging that love can bring both joy and hate. However, the singer does not care what others think about their relationship and is only focused on the love they share. The lines "Take some time to graduate, take some time and don't be late, who cares about us anyway?" suggest that the couple is ready to take their time and not rush into anything, and it does not matter what anyone else thinks since they are happy. The chorus ends with the affirmation that something is going on and that the love between the two is worth celebrating.

The final verse of the song shows a more personal side of the singer, expressing an almost obsessive desire to stare at their partner all night and wear them. This line is a metaphor for how the singer feels about the person they love and that they cannot get enough of their presence. In conclusion, "Something" by Asrai is a song that celebrates love and the feeling of finding that special someone who fits perfectly in one's life.

Line by Line Meaning

Something's going on
There is a feeling of excitement or change that is noticeable

I don't know what I did
I am unsure of what actions I took to cause this change

But it worked out fine again
But the outcome is positive

Got you in my song
I have included you in my creation, perhaps as inspiration

It sounds like a hit
It is catchy and has potential for success

It's gonna be alright again
Everything is going to be fine and successful once more

We're something to celebrate
We are special and worth recognizing

The more you love, the more you hate
The more one person cares, the more another person may dislike them

Who cares about us anyway?
Why should we worry about the opinions of others?

Take some time to graduate
Give yourself time to grow and learn

Take some time and don't be late
Don't rush or you may miss out on important experiences