Dr. Ring Ding, stagename for Richard Alexander Jung ⋆ 2 June 1970 in Münst… Read Full Bio ↴Dr. Ring Ding, stagename for Richard Alexander Jung ⋆ 2 June 1970 in Münster, Germany, is a reggae, ska, dub and dancehall artist; singer and trombonist. He has become an interlaced part of the international music scene. He has collaborated with artists as Lord Tanamo, Derrick Morgan, Laurel Aitken, Vic Ruggiero, The Skatalites. In 1992 he formed the band Dr. Ring-Ding & The Senior Allstars, which split in 2002. Their first studio album Dandimite was released 1995. Latest album, now with Dreadsquad, is Dig It All 2014.

Ring-Ding first performed by the name of Prof. Richie Senior as the trombonist in the German ska band, El Bosso Und Die Ping Pongs. During Christmas in 1992, he founded the band Dr. Ring Ding & The Senior Allstars, which dissolved in October 2002. Ring-Ding utilised the Jamaica singing style, toasting, by mixing reggae, dancehall and authentic ska beats.

Ring-Ding is known for his ska and reggae collaborations with artists including Lord Tanamo and King Django. He has also performed with The Skatalites and The Toasters. Ring-Ding also earned acclaim with a cover of the Johnny Cash song "Ring of Fire" which he recorded with H-Blockx. The single reached # 13 in the German charts.

Today, he is a presenter for WDR 5 and plays as a soloist for various outfits including Kingston Kitchen and The Sharp Axe Band. He also performs with El Bosso Und Die Ping Pongs at various shows in Germany.

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Fever
Dr. Ring-Ding & The Senior Allstars Lyrics

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Hiding here in solitude
We'll see if we'll make it through
Declared a state of emergency
Visionaries take a stand in times of urgency

And I have lost concentration
Trying to make it while they're starting a war
And I am feeling frustration

Have we said it all?

This may seem like lunacy
So sentimental, it's escaping me
In praise of gods new and old
My ramblings have turned into a pile of gold

And I have lost concentration
Trying to make it while they're starting a war
And I am feeling frustration
Have we said it all?
Is there room for originality?
Is there a place that we could call a home?
We're confined and surrounded

by wonderful mountains
And now we'll bring the flood

Overall Meaning

In Dr. Ring-Ding's "Fever" song, the lyrics depict a world in turmoil as the visionary tries to find a way to survive amidst the state of emergency. The sense of solitude is palpable, with the singer feeling lost and frustrated as the world around them is at war. The song is a call for originality and portrays the artists' desire for a world where they can call home, and not feel confined and surrounded by a crisis.

The lyrics highlight stories from across the globe where we see ourselves compared to the man in the arena. The artist calls for visionary leaders to stand up in times of urgency and invoke change amidst the global turmoil. The song captures the essence of the times we find ourselves in, and brings attention to the voiceless who are trying to find their place in a world that seems to be drowning.

Line by Line Meaning

Hiding here in solitude
I am alone, trying to escape from the chaos of the outside world

We'll see if we'll make it through
I am uncertain whether I will be able to survive the challenges I am facing

Declared a state of emergency
The situation is critical and urgent measures need to be taken to tackle it

Visionaries take a stand in times of urgency
In times of crisis, those with a clear vision and purpose step forward to lead

And I have lost concentration
I am unable to focus on my goals and objectives

Trying to make it while they're starting a war
As I struggle to survive, those in power are engaged in destructive conflict

And I am feeling frustration
I am overwhelmed by the obstacles and challenges I face

Have we said it all?
Is there nothing left to be said or done to address the issues we face?

This may seem like lunacy
My perspective or approach may be seen as crazy or unconventional

So sentimental, it's escaping me
I am losing touch with my emotions and sentimentality

In praise of gods new and old
In celebration of both traditional and contemporary beliefs and values

My ramblings have turned into a pile of gold
My aimless thinking and talking has led to unexpected insights and treasures

Is there room for originality?
Are there opportunities for fresh, innovative ideas and approaches?

Is there a place that we could call a home?
Do we belong anywhere in this world?

We're confined and surrounded by wonderful mountains
Although we may be physically constrained, we are still surrounded by natural beauty and wonder

And now we'll bring the flood
We will unleash our full force and power to tackle the challenges we face

Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Einar Merlin Cortes, Gudjón Sveinsson, Gísli Tór Ingólfsson, Helgi Jónsson, Torsteinn Ýmir Ásgeirsson

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