Zane and Hamish formed Breaks Co-Op in Auckland, releasing the electronic album Roofers in 1997 before they both left New Zealand to travel and pursue other interests. They both ended up in the UK where Zane has become a hugely successful Radio DJ and TV Presenter.
After several years hiatus, Zane and Hamish eventually started working on new material in 2004, recruiting Andy Lovegrove from artist/producers The Away Team after hearing a demo of him sing and deciding his was the voice born to sing their music.
Released last year in New Zealand, The Sound Inside has been a double-platinum selling hit, with lead single The Otherside the No.1 airplay hit of 2005 and winner of Song Of The Year at the NZ Music Awards.
The Co-op has also been touring for much of the last six months and has relocated to the UK where their album has been released by Parlophone. The live band has been going from strength to strength and gathering fans wherever it goes.
The live lineup is Andy Lovegrove on lead vocals and guitar, Rodney Fisher on vocals, lead guitar, mandolin and percussion, Rio Hemopo on bass and vocals, Tom Atkinson on drums and Hamish Clark on turntables, samples and vocals.
The Otherside
Breaks Co-Op Lyrics
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Going through your life thinking you must be the only one
But I've seen so many like you
Take my word for it, they feel the same, they feel the same
So take my hand and I'll lead you back on to the other side
Get yourself into a better place and lift your life
Hold your head up high and don't rely on anyone else
Well, there have been so many changes
Flowing through your life but you learn to look the other way
But I know that there's a better way
Take my word for it you'll feel the same, you'll feel the same
So take my hand and I'll lead you back on to the other side
Get yourself into a better place and lift your life
Hold your head up high and don't rely on anyone else
Make it easier on yourself and don't ask why
The earth puts forth a new life again
Green grasses grow and flowers lift their heads
And over all the plain wonder speads of life (of life)
(So) hold your head up high, on the other side
(So) hold your head up high, on the other side
(So) hold your head up high, on the other side
The song 'The Otherside' by Breaks Co-Op is about someone who has been living their life as a pretender, thinking that they are the only one going through their struggles. The singer, however, has seen many people like them and asks them to take their hand and join them on the other side where things can be better. The singer acknowledges that there have been many changes in the person's life, but they have learned to look the other way. The singer also knows that there is a better way and assures the person that they will feel the same once they find their way to the other side.
The lyrics are a call to action, urging people to hold their heads up high and not rely on anyone else. The singer tells them to make things easier for themselves and not ask why. The final stanza of the lyrics highlights the hope that even when life seems to be going downhill, new life will come forth, and wonder will spread. Overall, the song is an uplifting message that promotes positivity and hope.
Line by Line Meaning
You was born the true pretender
From the very beginning, you have been living as someone who pretends to be someone else.
Going through your life thinking you must be the only one
You live your life thinking that nobody else is like you or has been through the same things.
But I've seen so many like you
However, I have seen many people who are just like you.
Take my word for it, they feel the same, they feel the same
Believe me when I say that these people feel the same way you do.
So take my hand and I'll lead you back on to the other side
Let me help you find your way back to the place where you truly belong.
Get yourself into a better place and lift your life
Improve your life and lift yourself up.
Hold your head up high and don't rely on anyone else
Be confident in yourself and don't depend on others for your own happiness.
Make it easier on yourself and don't ask why
Don't overthink things and make life harder than it needs to be by constantly questioning why things happen.
Well, there have been so many changes
There have been many changes in your life.
Flowing through your life but you learn to look the other way
You've been going through life in a daze, not really paying attention to what's around you.
But I know that there's a better way
Trust me, there is a better way of living.
Take my word for it you'll feel the same, you'll feel the same
Believe me, if you follow this path, you will feel the same way as others who have gone before you.
The earth puts forth a new life again
Nature continually produces new life.
Green grasses grow and flowers lift their heads
Spring arrives and brings new growth with it.
And over all the plain wonder speads of life (of life)
Life continues all around us, and it is amazing to behold.
(So) hold your head up high, on the other side
Remain confident as you discover the other side of your life.
(So) hold your head up high, on the other side
Stay perseverant on this new path.
(So) hold your head up high, on the other side
Keep your chin up and stay focused as you navigate this new world.
Contributed by Evelyn W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@JT-er6rt
A Holden HT station wagon driving along a beach at sunset... so New Zealand. I love living in the greatest country on Earth.
@gangoffour6690
So sad what you country has come to. The whole world is going though. R.I.P. Earth and humans.
@razornz007
@@gangoffour6690 bro what.
There isn't even a preamble to OP's comment. Just abruptly saying something that comes out of nowhere with no context lol
@gangoffour6690
@@razornz007Your country used to be a beautiful place before it became one of the most tyrannical countries post C-19. Maybe you are to close and isolated to see it. I'm glad I still have the ability to defend what needs to be defended despite the U.S. having the most corrupt govt in my life time.
@razornz007
@@gangoffour6690 bro i live in Poneke you dunno what you're talking about.
We chillin.
@MisterWade74
@@gangoffour6690What the fuck are you talking about? Or do you mean the impending doom of ultra conservative christians (CHRISTopher Luxon and his rich, pasty white mob) apparently about to get into power?
@jitterbug501
This is one of the most addictive songs I've heard in a long while. It's a shame that bands like this don't get more radio play in the states, especially with all the substandard crap we hear in the pop music scene.
@gergingnik
Outstanding!! makes me homesick for the greatest country in the world!!
@brownnative4988
Hoki mai ki te kăinga e hoa 👌
@gangoffour6690
Sad what New Zealand and Australia have become. R.I.P.