The band began as a ska group but quickly transcended the genre, mixing punk, reggae, rock, swing and jazz influences. They sing in both French and English, sometimes mixing the two in songs. Their third album, Dances of Resistance, was recorded in 2003 and largely has an anti-war theme. In 2009 they launched their latest album La Belle Étoile. Since then they are still on tour all over the world, from their own country France to other countries in Europe, but also to foreign places like Abu Dhabi and New Zealand.
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Sista
Babylon Circus Lyrics
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And life still goes on
Sista Sista, je t'ai gardée dans mon cœur
And love still lives on
One day I tried to call you on the phone but there was no tone
Not even a voice sayin' "hold the line"
I thought you hadn't paid your bill, but you're still feelin' fine
What have you done ? Why have you gone
(I wish) I could be with you to calm your fears, to dry your tears
(I wish) I could be with you under the sun, under the rain
I'de have been hangin' around (with) holdin' your hand
I was abandon when you turned me on
Where have you been gone
Sista Sista will you set me free
Love is all around but for me there's none
You're the one I found
Sista Sista don't forget me
Sista Sista, je t'ai gardée dans mon cœur
And life still goes on
Sista Sista, je t'ai gardée dans mon cœur
And love still lives on
x2
Someday when I go back
To the place we met, hitch hiking on the track
Then you let me and left me down on my knees
I'm lost like a growing seed among the oldest trees
What have you done ? Why have you gone
(I wish) I could be with you to calm your fears, to dry your tears
(I wish) I could be with you under the sun, under the rain
I'de have been hangin' around (with) holdin' your hand
You got me so well, let me down in hell
I'm under your spell
Sista Sista will you set me free
Dont you have no fear ? Don't you disappear ?
I won't shat no tear
Sista Sista don't forget me
Sista ! You're the one who always understand me
Sista ! Oh you where there when I was lost
Sista ! You're the one who took me by the hand, yeah
Sista ! Oh you where there when I was lost
Sista Sista, je t'ai gardée dans mon cœur
And life still goes on
Sista Sista, je t'ai gardée dans mon cœur
And love still lives on
x2
The song "Sista" by Babylon Circus is a tribute to a friend who has gone missing. The lyrics express the singer's love and concern for his friend whom he hasn't been able to contact. The first verse talks about trying to call his friend but not getting any response. The singer is worried but also hopeful that his friend is safe and sound despite not being able to get in touch with him. The chorus repeats the phrase "Sista Sista, je t'ai gardée dans mon cœur" which means "Sister Sister, I've kept you in my heart" in English. It shows how much the singer cares for his friend and how he'll always remember her.
The second verse talks about how the singer met his friend and how she left him feeling lost and alone. He asks why she left and wishes he could be there for her to comfort her and hold her hand. The bridge of the song repeats the phrase "Sista, you're the one who always understands me" which shows how close the two friends were and how they were there for each other during tough times. The last verse is more reflective and talks about how the singer is still under his friend's spell and can't forget her. He asks if she will set him free and not disappear because he won't shed any more tears.
Overall, "Sista" is a heartfelt song that speaks about the importance of friendship and how much it means to have someone who understands you. It also highlights the pain of losing touch with someone you care about and not knowing what happened to them.
Line by Line Meaning
Sista Sista, je t'ai gardée dans mon cœur
The singer has kept their relationship with their sister close to their heart
And life still goes on
Despite any changes or hardships, life continues
And love still lives on
The bond between siblings still exists, regardless of any distance or time apart
One day I tried to call you on the phone but there was no tone
The artist tried to reach out to their sister but was unable to connect with her
Not even a voice sayin' "hold the line"
There was no message or indication of why the connection was unsuccessful
I thought you hadn't paid your bill, but you're still feelin' fine
The singer initially assumed there was a practical reason for the failed call, but realized their sister was doing okay
What have you done ? Why have you gone
The singer is unsure why their sister is not present or available to them
(I wish) I could be with you to calm your fears, to dry your tears
The artist wishes they could physically be with their sister to offer comfort and support
(I wish) I could be with you under the sun, under the rain
The artist longs to spend time with their sister in any circumstance, good or bad
I'de have been hangin' around (with) holdin' your hand
The artist would have been present for their sister and supportive in whatever way she needed
I was abandon when you turned me on
The singer feels abandoned or let down by their sister's absence
Where have you been gone
The artist is seeking an explanation for their sister's disappearance
Sista Sista will you set me free
The singer feels trapped or burdened by their unanswered questions and wants closure
Love is all around but for me there's none
Although love exists in the world, the singer feels alone in their current state without their sister's love and support
You're the one I found
The singer values their relationship with their sister and sees her as an important person in their life
Dont you have no fear ? Don't you disappear ?
The artist is worried about their sister's safety and well-being
I won't shat no tear
The artist is strong and will not cry, despite their emotional distress
Sista ! You're the one who always understand me
The singer values their sister's ability to empathize and comprehend their feelings
Sista ! Oh you where there when I was lost
The singer appreciates their sister's support and guidance during difficult times
Contributed by Lila F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.