To date, Boo Seeka has accumulated over 7 million Spotify streams and dominated national airwaves with singles like ‘Oh My’, ‘Deception Bay’, ‘Fool’ and their 2015 debut single, ‘Kingdom Leader’, which peaked at #6 on the Australian iTunes Electronic chart. Boo also managed to reach #50 in Triple j’s 2015 Hottest 100 with ‘Deception Bay’ and snagged a J Award nomination for Unearthed Artist of the Year in 2015.
A combination of pulsating synth sounds that bed down layered textures of electronic bass and percussive beats. Influenced by the layerings and experimental beats of Major Lazer, the cool swagger of J-Dilla and The Seed 2.0’s Cody Chestnutt’s soulful vocal delivery. BOO SEEKA snaps up melodies and bounces them off hip-hop/R&B driven grooves and beats that vibe.
2015 saw Boo Seeka tour Australia nationally with Kim Churchill, Sticky Fingers and SAFIA. Supporting each band on their respective National Tours. Followed by 2 SOLD OUT Headline single tours of the east coast. They’ve supported the likes of DMA’s, Jarryd James, Kovacs in the EUand UKand have also showcased at The Great Escape and Liverpool Sound City.
In 2016, they sold out their own national headline Oz tour and went back to EU and the UK for their own run of shows and festivals. After that was done, they came back home to play on home soil, just in time for summer festivals, including Groovin’ The Moo, Splendour In the Grass, Southbound and Party in the Paddock. Boo Seeka, being the hardest touring bands in Oz at the moment, also managing to squeeze in a 3 month long tour with Cherub and Frenship in October - November of 2016.
Boo Seeka continue to work on their first album - on and off the road. Working with producer and long time collaborator, Ian Pritchett (Bootleg Rascal & Lyall Moloney). Their most recent single, ‘Does This Last’, navigates through a bed of spacey synth and string layers. Building on their eclectic soul-tronic sounds. The single has been placed on high rotation on Triple J and have been featured on a few Spotify AU/NZ playlists (including 5 weeks on the Indie Mixtape playlist). It’s the first taste of their first album, due for release August 2017 (through Sureshaker & Warner Music Australia).
FOOL
BOO SEEKA Lyrics
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But I've come to realise,
That I was acting like a... Fool
No one on my side lately,
Better lie, laying in my innocence,
Look up look up, look over and I'm looking shady,
I'm just trying to fantasize,
Come to my side safely,
Better lie, laying in my innocence,
Fool
For what it's worth, appreciate what's given greatly
Don't think it's time
Stop acting kind of... Cool
No one on my side lately,
Better lie, laying in my innocence,
The pressure, pressure clinging after something shakey,
Why do I symbolize,
Am I acting in the... Rules
Come to my side safely,
Better lie, laying in my innocence
Laying in my innocence
Laying in my innocence
Fool
Laying in my innocence
The BOO SEEKA song 'Fool' is a heartfelt expression of the internal struggle of a person. The lyrics convey the feeling of being weighed down by the world's problems, feeling isolated and alone. The artist acknowledges that they have been acting foolishly and that they need to stop pretending to be cool. They recognize the fact that they need to appreciate what they have been given and not take it for granted. Despite this, they still feel the pressure of the world bearing down on them, leaving them feeling shaky and uncertain of their place in society.
The chorus of the song, which repeats refrain 'fool, laying in my innocence', speaks to the idea of being naive and sheltered from the harsh realities of the world. The artist seems to be seeking solace in this naivete as a means of escape from their current struggles.
Overall, the lyrics of 'Fool' are a poignant reminder to appreciate what we have and not to let the pressures of life consume us. It is a call to recognize our own limitations, to be vulnerable, and to reach out for help when we need it.
Line by Line Meaning
Feels like the whole world crashing on my shoulders lately,
I've been feeling overwhelmed and weighed down by everything going on in my life recently.
But I've come to realise,
However, I've had a realization.
That I was acting like a... Fool
I've come to the realization that I've been behaving foolishly.
No one on my side lately,
I feel like I don't have any support or allies at the moment.
Better lie, laying in my innocence,
I'm resorting to lying and trying to appear innocent to try and solve my problems.
Look up look up, look over and I'm looking shady,
I'm feeling suspicious and like people are judging me unfairly.
I'm just trying to fantasize,
I'm trying to escape reality by daydreaming.
That I was acting kind of... Cool
I'm pretending to be cool and unfazed by everything when in reality I am struggling.
Come to my side safely,
I want someone to come to my aid and help me out.
For what it's worth, appreciate what's given greatly
I need to learn to appreciate what I have before it's gone.
Don't think it's time
I don't think it's time to change my ways yet.
Stop acting kind of... Cool
I need to stop pretending to be cool and actually face my problems.
The pressure, pressure clinging after something shakey,
I'm feeling immense pressure and am trying to hold on to something that is unstable.
Why do I symbolize,
I am questioning why I am a symbol for something.
Am I acting in the... Rules
I am wondering if I am following the right rules or doing things correctly.
Laying in my innocence
I am still holding on to my innocence and trying to appear blameless.
Laying in my innocence
I am still holding on to my innocence and trying to appear blameless.
Fool
I realize that I've been acting like a fool.
Laying in my innocence
I am still holding on to my innocence and trying to appear blameless.
Contributed by Gianna S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
RGUE Oneske
Used to pump trains to this song when I was 15. I'm 20 now! THANKYOU boo seeka for this!! 🙏👊
Ian Fitzgerald
easily one of the best music videos i've ever seen
caiofabar
This song is magnificent. you guys are amazing and i'm so happy to have found this band. keep up the amazing work!👌
51Beak
Love this song! ❤️
katherine langford fans
just discovered you and your music... let's just say I'm not disappointed and I hope you get the recognition which you deserve a lot of!
J.M.H.
You guys are creating a new and unique style of music - I love it! Saw you in Kiel this year!
cloudiecat
Brilliant tune - distinctive and eclectic
Erick
Yes! Another incredible single from this duo. Kingdom Leader ,Deception Bay and now this one! Keep it up Seeka!
Larissa Wales
absolutely loving all your music 👌
Sarah Barber
You guys were amazing at GTM Townsville and this song was the highlight! I love it!