1) Di-rect is a Dutch alt… Read Full Bio ↴There are 2 artists with the name Di-rect:
1) Di-rect is a Dutch alternative rock band formed in October 1999 in The Hague, The Netherlands. The band consists of singer Marcel Veenendaal, guitarist Frans van Zoest, drummer Jamie Westland, pianist Vince van Reeken and bassplayer Bas van Wageningen.
The band started in 1999 when 15 year old Jamie Westland (drums) asked his father Dick to help him set up a band. Three other teenagers joined him which are Tim Akkerman (vocals), Frans 'Spike' van Zoest (guitar and background vocals) and Bas van Wageningen (bass). The singer, Tim Akkerman was just 19, the guitar player and the drummer were only 15 years old at that time.
Within a few months Di-rect had completed a five track demo which included the song "Just the Way I Do". 3FM radio DJ Rob Stenders saw them play live and was impressed by them. He played a song from their demo on national radio. This generated considerable interest by record companies. Two months later Di-rect signed with Dino Music/EMI. In the year 2002, they played on every big festival in Holland and their debut album "Discover" came out.
Over the next few years, Di-rect released various albums. In 2003, they released "Over The Moon", containing the singles "Adrenaline", "She" and "Rollercoaster". Two years later, they released a new album called "All Systems Go!". After releasing this album, Di-rect joined the MTV-program "RoadRally". After this show, the band almost broke up, but in 2007 they released their 4th album (nameless). The latest album is a live-album, recored in Diligentia in The Hague.
In 2008 and 2009, Di-rect toured with their new show named "Di-rect doet Tommy", a Dutch cover of the rock opera, written by Pete Townshend.
On March 12th, 2009, Tim Akkerman announced to quit the band, his last performance was at April 10th, 2009 in the Luxor Theatre in Rotterdam, also being the last performance of Tommy.
In the programme Wie Is Di-rect, Di-rect searched for a new singer, and they found him! Marcel Veenendaal is the name of the new singer of Di-rect
2) Di-rect is an american Holy Hip Hop artist from Boston. His label is Bloctrine Records.
Soldier on
Di-rect Lyrics
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Just keep on pushing your shopping cart through the storm
Most people buy it
But you feel it's one that we can no longer afford
You stopped believing in our story
You say it's way too short
You're holdin' your own
A million different voices
That are trying to break you
Just listen to one
The one that's inside you
And soldier on
You're governed by the winds that reign
You armed yourself with a flower chain and a broken cane
Nobody cares how you feel
Like they think your heart
Doesn't bleed the same
We wouldn't hear the truth if it cried in our faces
Ain't nobody out there as brave as you
You're holdin' your own
A million different voices
That are trying to break you
Just listen to one
The one that's inside you
And soldier on
(And soldier on)
And soldier on
(And soldier on)
The song "Soldier-on" by DI-RECT is a tribute to the resilience and strength of women. The song begins with the lyrics "Soldiering on woman, you're always true to form, just keep on pushing your shopping cart through the storm," where the singer is praising the brave woman for her unwavering courage as she carries on with her life amidst hardships. The woman is portrayed as a soldier who continues to put up a brave front even when the going gets tough.
The lyrics talk about the woman's ability to see through the façade that society has built and the courage to speak out against the norm. The lines "Most people buy it, but you feel it's one that we can no longer afford, you stopped believing in our story, you say it's way too short," imply that the woman sees through the illusions and is strong enough to speak her truth, and stand up for what she believes in.
The overall message of the song is to encourage people to stay true to their beliefs, even in the face of adversity. The chorus "Ain't nobody out there as brave as you, you're holding your own, a million different voices that are trying to break you, just listen to one, the one that's inside you, and soldier on," is a call to action for people to believe in themselves and not let others dictate their lives.
Line by Line Meaning
Soldiering on woman, you're always true to form
You always keep pushing forward, despite the difficulties that come your way and maintain your true identity
Just keep on pushing your shopping cart through the storm
No matter how tough the situation you're in, keep going forward and take whatever measures necessary to achieve your goal
Most people buy it But you feel it's one that we can no longer afford
You realize that we're spending too much time and energy on things that don't really matter, and it's time to stop and reconsider our approach
You stopped believing in our story You say it's way too short
You've lost faith in the narrative we've been living by, and you believe it's time to change course because it's not sustainable
Ain't nobody out there as brave as you You're holdin' your own
You're displaying immense courage as you navigate this difficult journey on your own and are doing it without losing hope
A million different voices That are trying to break you Just listen to one The one that's inside you And soldier on
You're facing numerous challenges that are trying to wear down your resolve, but you're encouraged to listen to that inner voice that keeps you moving forward and continue your journey
You're governed by the winds that reign You armed yourself with a flower chain and a broken cane
You're controlled by external forces that affect your journey, but you still take charge of what you can control by using a flower chain and a broken cane as symbols of resilience and hope
Nobody cares how you feel like they think your heart Doesn't bleed the same
The people around you don't seem to understand your struggles, and their lack of empathy and concern has made you feel like you're simply not heard
We wouldn't hear the truth if it cried in our faces
We're often too preoccupied or closed off to new ideas to recognize the truth even when it's right in front of us
(And soldier on) And soldier on
This phrase serves as a reminder to stay resilient and courageous, even in the face of adversity
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, CTM Publishing, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Bas Van Wageningen, Frans Zoest, Guus van der Steen, Jamie Westland, Marcel Veenendaal, Niels Zuiderhoek, Paul Bakker
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@michellezoelen7791
Soldiering on woman, you're always true to form
Just keep on pushing your shopping cart through the storm
Most people buy it
But you feel it's one that we can no longer afford
You stopped believing in our story
You say it's way too short
Ain't nobody out there as brave as you
You're holdin' your own
A million different voices that are trying to break you
Just listen to one
The one that's inside you, and soldier on
You're governed by the winds that reign
You armed yourself with a flower chain and a broken cane
Nobody cares how you feel like they think your heart
Doesn't bleed the same
We wouldn't hear the truth if it cried in our faces
Ain't nobody out there as brave as you
You're holdin' your own
A million different voices that are trying to break you
Just listen to one
The one that's inside you, and soldier on
(And soldier on)
And soldier on
@moniquepietersma1970
Dit nummer is zo speciaal voor mij. Na mijn chemo, waar ik te makkelijk over heb gedacht, was ik kapot. Mentaal en fysiek De strijd is niet de chemo en operaties, maar het herstel... wanneer ook het begrip wegvalt en je op jezelf bent aangewezen. Toen kwam dit nummer. Precies hoe ik me voelde: Soldier On. Schouders eronder, niemand die het ziet maar wat een gevecht met mezelf zeg. Dit nummer: Spot on. Ik word er nu nog emotioneel van wanneer ik dit nummer hoor. Het heeft me geholpen de rug te rechten en door te gaan. Gelukkig gaat het nu goed met me.
@makelaarron
daarom is dit nummer geschreven
@ZONNEBLOEMMAR
Dit is zo''n krachtig nummer!
Ik herken het het gevecht met je herstel!
Om er MENTAAL weer bovenop te komen!
What a Hell of a Job!
Dit nummer gaf me ook.zoveel.kracht!
Schouders eronder en door die HEL.heen!
Maar we hebben het geflikt!!!!
@johnfiselier2294
Soldier on Monique..... we zijn sterk !!!!!!!!
@dominickonings7791
Inder daad dat klopt ik moet tegen mijn vermoeidheid bevegten en dat is altijd best moeilijk
@elisabethnerolk2283
Sterke vrouw!! Ik ken de strijd! Misschien niet op jouw manier, maar van zien wat het doet met degene die het heeft. Mijn vader had darmkanker in 2018 en is daar mentaal niet lekker uit gekomen. Maar ik praat misschien raar want 25 januari kreeg ik huidkanker te horen voor mijzelf en blaaskanker voor mijn moeder. Gelukkig zijn we alle twee nu gezond en mijn vader is mijn vader, “gezond” maar met een deuk! Soldier on meid, je kan het!! ❤
@martha5681
Het kwam net voorbij op tv bij Concert at sea. Met tranen gekeken. Herinnering aan de eerste lockdown van 2020. Ik keek er toen naar met mijn zoon. Hij overleed vorig op 19 jarig leeftijd. Bedankt Di-rect voor deze prachtige song. ❤️
@petertuijnman871
❤wow!!
@thatreAlgUy420
Heftig.. wow :)
@s0012823
kutzooi