Their name comes from a term that refers to Indian immigrants that move to England, in that they often own street corner stores. Their music is a fusion of Indian music, British indie rock, and electronic dance.
In 1997, Cornershop shot into the UK charts with the song 'Brimful of Asha' reaching number 60! Things changed when DJ Norman Cook (aka Fatboy Slim) remixed the track for re-release in 1998. The remix topped the chart, selling over 200,000 copies in 7 days! The track featured lyrics about Bollywood playback singer, Asha Bhosle.
Sounds Super Recordings
Cornershop Lyrics
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Walau waktu kan berganti
Tak merubah persahabatan antara kita
Banyak kawan yang ku kenal
Tak semua bisa mengerti
Hanya kamu tetap tinggal
Karena kamu yang paling sehati
Kita saling mengandalkan
Kita saling membanggakan
Kita terima perbedaan
Dengarlah sahabat laguku ini
Aku dan kamu satu best friend forever (forever)
Sahabat sehati sejiwa
Walau sedang berpisah tak pernah terasa jauh (jauh)
Sahabat best friend forever
Kita saling mengandalkan
Kita saling membanggakan
Kita terima perbedaan
Dengarlah sahabat laguku ini
Aku dan kamu satu best friend forever (forever)
Sahabat sehati sejiwa
Walau sedang berpisah tak pernah terasa jauh (jauh)
Sahabat best friend forever
Best friend forever, best friend forever
Best friend forever, best friend forever
The lyrics of Cornershop's song "Sounds Super Recordings" talk about the special bond of friendship between two individuals, regardless of where they are in the world or how much time passes. The message is clear that true friendship is something that remains steadfast even in the face of change, and that it is the connections we make with those spirits that are like-minded that sustain us through life's ups and downs.
The song talks about how not all people or friends can understand us or our unique quirks and ways, but that special person who we connect with at the deepest level can accept us for who we are and be there for us through thick and thin. The lyrics say that such a person is rarely found in one's life, but when we do find them, they are worth cherishing forever. There is a sense of gratitude and loyalty in these lyrics that make us appreciate the true value of friendship.
Overall, "Sounds Super Recordings" is a beautiful tribute to the power and worth of friendships that are life-long, genuine, and truly meaningful. The emotions captured through the lyrics and the catchy tune make it a song to treasure and share with those we consider our best friends forever.
Line by Line Meaning
Apa kabar sahabatku dimanapun kamu berada
Greetings to my friend, wherever you may be
Walau waktu kan berganti
Even though time may change
Tak merubah persahabatan antara kita
It will not change our friendship
Banyak kawan yang ku kenal
I have many acquaintances
Tak semua bisa mengerti
Not all of them can understand
Hanya kamu tetap tinggal
Only you remain
Karena kamu yang paling sehati
Because you are the most like-minded
Kita saling mengandalkan
We rely on each other
Kita saling membanggakan
We take pride in each other
Kita terima perbedaan
We accept our differences
Dengarlah sahabat laguku ini
Listen, my friend, to my song
Aku dan kamu satu best friend forever (forever)
You and I are one best friend forever, forever
Sahabat sehati sejiwa
We are like-minded and kindred spirits
Walau sedang berpisah tak pernah terasa jauh (jauh)
Even though we may be apart, it never feels far
Sahabat best friend forever
Best friend forever
Best friend forever, best friend forever
Best friend forever, best friend forever
Writer(s): Tjinder Singh
Contributed by Owen K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.