He started his career with the seminal NZ band Supergroove. Shortly after he broke from the band in 1996, he released his first single βChainsβ a duet with DLT that went straight to #1 on the NZ Singles charts, and stayed there for 5 consecutive weeks. It went on to reach Platinum and was the landmark single that brought NZ Hip Hop to mass attention.
Che Fu has released three solo albums and one greatest hits compilation: 2b S.PACiFiC, Navigator, and Beneath The Radar and Hi-Score: The Best of Che-Fu.
Navigator is a combination of 13 tracks developed musically and lyrically by Che Fu. His love of reggae, funk, soul, rap and hip hop were his inspiration. "Fade Away" and "Random" were the first two singles released off the album, and both did well in the New Zealand charts. His album also sees him collaborate with D.J P-Money and The Villajah M.Cs.
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Hold Tight
Che Fu Lyrics
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For a reason why
Our world keeps turning
Needlessly we die
In a war fought without machine gun fire and it's on home ground
Its spirit lock down
And still I find the words
Mama hold tight
Sister hold tight
I can see the clouds have blown away
Mama hold tight
I can see the skies are clearing over
Poppa hold tight
If we do then we will be ok
Oh the days keep passing
And I'm asking myself
Why am I still waiting
When I know I can help
In this war
Fought without machine gun fire it's on home ground
Spirit lock down
Still we must say
Mama hold tight I can see the skies are clearing over
Sister hold tight I can see the skies are blown away
Mama hold tight I can see the skies are clearing over
Poppa hold tight if we do then it will be ok
So we're wondering around
Thinking about this time
When we would be together
Saying no
No fire
No fire
Listen for yourselves
Sending out own S.O.S
We listening
Receiving you
So all you got to say
Mama hold tight I can see the skies are clearing over
Sister hold tight I can see the skies are blown away
Mama hold tight I can see the skies are clearing over
Poppa hold tight if we do then it will be ok
The lyrics to Che Fu's "Hold Tight" are a reflection on the ongoing struggle of humanity, particularly the reality of war and its devastating impacts. The opening lines, "My mind keeps on searching for a reason why, our world keeps turning, needlessly we die," are a lament about the futility of war and the senseless loss of life that results from it. Che Fu goes on to observe that the war he's referring to is one that is fought "without machine gun fire" and is "on home ground," suggesting that it is a much more insidious type of conflict: one that takes place within societies and cultures themselves, rather than between them. The "spirit lock down" that Che Fu mentions represents a feeling of helplessness and despair that can grip communities and individuals who are experiencing the trauma of war or violence.
The chorus, "Mama hold tight, I can see the skies are clearing over," is both a plea for comfort and security in the midst of the chaos of war, and a hopeful statement about the potential for peace and healing. By encouraging his mother, sister, and father to "hold tight," Che Fu seems to be clinging to the idea that family and community can provide a source of stability and support in uncertain times. The repeated refrain of "if we do then it will be okay" reinforces this idea, suggesting that if people pull together and support each other, even the most difficult situations can be overcome.
Overall, "Hold Tight" is a powerful expression of hope in the face of adversity, a reminder that even in the darkest moments, there is still the potential for brighter days ahead.
Line by Line Meaning
My mind keeps on searching
I am continuously searching for an answer
For a reason why
Asking for an explanation
Our world keeps turning
Life keeps moving forward
Needlessly we die
We are dying for no good reason
In a war fought without machine gun fire and it's on home ground
We are fighting a war without traditional weapons, and it's happening where we live
Its spirit lock down
Our spirits are being crushed
And still I find the words
Even though things are tough, I still have to find a way to express my thoughts
Mama hold tight
Mother, stay strong
I can see the skies are clearing over
It looks like things are getting better
Sister hold tight
Sister, stay strong
I can see the clouds have blown away
It seems like the problems have disappeared
Poppa hold tight
Father, stay strong
If we do then we will be ok
If we stay strong, everything will be okay
Oh the days keep passing
Time keeps moving forward
And I'm asking myself
I'm contemplating
Why am I still waiting
I'm questioning why I'm still waiting for a change
When I know I can help
I'm aware that I'm capable of making a difference
In this war
In this conflict
Fought without machine gun fire it's on home ground
We are fighting a war without traditional weapons, and it's happening where we live
Spirit lock down
Our spirits are being crushed
Still we must say
Despite everything, we must remain positive
Mama hold tight I can see the skies are clearing over
Mother, stay strong, it looks like things are getting better
Sister hold tight I can see the skies are blown away
Sister, stay strong, it seems like the problems have disappeared
Poppa hold tight if we do then it will be ok
Father, stay strong, if we remain positive, everything will be okay
So we're wondering around
We're wandering aimlessly
Thinking about this time
Reflecting on the present situation
When we would be together
When we could come together and work towards a common goal
Saying no
Refusing to accept the current situation
No fire
No conflict
No fire
No conflict
Listen for yourselves
Hear it for yourself
Sending out own S.O.S
Asking for help
We listening
We are paying attention
Receiving you
We are understanding your message
So all you got to say
Tell us more about it
Lyrics Β© BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: STEPHEN E PEARCY, WARREN JUSTIN DE MARTINI
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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My mind keeps on searching
For a reason why
Our world keeps turning
Needlessly we die
In a war fought without machine gun fire and it's on home ground
Its spirit lock down
And still I find the words
Mama hold tight
I can see the skies are clearing over
Sister hold tight
I can see the clouds have blown away
Mama hold tight
I can see the skies are clearing over
Poppa hold tight
If we do then we will be ok
Oh the days keep passing
And I'm asking myself
Why am I still waiting
When I know I can help
In this war
Fought without machine gun fire it's on home ground
Spirit lock down
Still we must say
Mama hold tight I can see the skies are clearing over
Sister hold tight I can see the skies are blown away
Mama hold tight I can see the skies are clearing over
Poppa hold tight if we do then it will be ok
So we're wondering around
Thinking about this time
When we would be together
Saying no
No fire
No fire
Listen for yourselves
Sending out own S.O.S
We listening
Receiving you
So all you got to say
Mama hold tight I can see the skies are clearing over
Sister hold tight I can see the skies are blown away
Mama hold tight I can see the skies are clearing over
Poppa hold tight if we do then it will be ok
@srlavrent
I brought Che Fu's album when I was 17...I loved it so much...now 17 years later I put the CD in my car CD player and loved it all over again.
@WHANAUPEACE
Che Fu not given the true accolades deserved as one on Aotearoa ' s greatest sons of original Polykiwi music. You will always be my number 1 Kiwi musician of all times. Listening to your music everywhere I travel with NZDF. Keeps me grounded and appreciative of Poly kiwi music.
@c-wat09sa66
Tupak Tupakari Hella yeah you not wrong there
@hiitsmaia1846
I π―% agree with you
@katherinetaylor5557
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@taylornamulauulu4673
True that π
@m_rep_rk7349
Hall of fame in a few years my G
@keirahaig8387
Man Che Fu is underrated!!
@63LIONHEART
I keep coming back to this cool breeze...Pre WC Final 2023. Kia kaha Aotearoa - New Zealand
@fuivz8317
Still Listening in 2017!! Born in SaltLakeCity801Utah GREWUP IN NZ. Kiwi is Life. KiwiMusicIsLife. All i can Say. Comin back to the MotherLandβ€