Fiddler’s Green is a German band from Erlangen that plays independent Irish… Read Full Bio ↴Fiddler’s Green is a German band from Erlangen that plays independent Irish speedfolk, formed in 1990. Their first concert under the name of Fiddler’s Green was at the Newcomer-Festival in Erlangen in November 1990, where the band came second. The first album, entitled "Fiddler’s Green", was released in 1992, and was a mixture of live and studio tracks and of traditional and self-written songs. It was released on their own label, Deaf Shepherd Recordings. The band has been signed to a major label, but chose to go back to being independent.

The band has kept up the mix of traditional Irish or Scottish songs and self-written tracks, though the self-written tracks have progressively become less and less folky. The band's influences are wide and varied, but obviously heavily influenced by Celtic rock bands like the Pogues, the Waterboys and Great Big Sea. Recent albums also see a clear influence from Gothic rock music. Having enjoyed growing success in and around Germany, the band reached 1000 played concerts in 2004 (the only band member to play them all is bass player Rainer Schulz), which was celebrated with a concert at Castle Hoheneck. This concert was filmed and released on two DVDs: Celebrate! and Jubilate! The concert saw participation from former band members and other guest musicians. Main lyric and music writer Peter Pathos has left the band in summer 2006 and was replaced by Patrick 'Pat' Prziwara. A live DVD Folk's not dead was released to celebrate the band's 20th anniversary in 2010

Members:
Ralf 'Albi' Albers - Vocals, Guitar, Bouzouki
Tobi Heindl (Tobias Anton Heindl) - Violin, Vocals (since 2000)
Rainer Schulz - Bass
Stefan Klug - Accordion, bodhrán (since 1991)
Frank Jooss - Drums, percussion (since 2001)
Patrick 'Pat' Prziwara - Guitar, vocals (since 2006)

Former members:
Dr. Robert Oppel (1990 - 1991) - Violin
Eric Obst (1990 - 1995) - Drums
Wolfram Kellner (1995 - 2000) -Drums
Tobias Rempe (1991 - 1995) - Violin
Tobias Schäfer (1995 - 2000) - Violin
Peter Pathos (Peter Müller) (1990 - 2006) - Guitar, whistle, mandola

Discography:
Fiddler’s Green (1992)
Black Sheep (1993)
King Shepherd (1995)
Make Up Your Mind (1996)
On and On (1997)
Spin Around (1998)
Stagebox (1999) (Live)
Another Sky (2000)
Folk Raider (2002)
Nu Folk (2003)
Celebrate! (2005) (Live)
Celebrate! DVD (2005) (Live)
Jubilate! DVD (2005) (Live)
Drive Me Mad! (2007)
Sports Day at Killaloe (2009)
Folk's not dead DVD (2010) (Live)
Wall of Folk (2011)
Winners and Boozers (2013)

I'll Be There
Fiddler's Green Lyrics

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Driving home no speed limit
Will you take me home I'm not so strong
Don't you know I'm going home now
Take me back where I belong
I'll be there when there's no one around you I don't care what others say
There's no other way to go so I believe in yesterday

I'll be there when there's no one around you

I'll be there recall your name
I'll be there when there's no one around you
I can take you home for good
I will be there yeah when no one else recalls your name
I will be there for you ‘cos my love remains the same
‘Cos my love remains the same…

I don't know if you still listen, all my words may fade to gray
I can't change the way I'm feeling, holding on to yesterday
I still feel the love you gave me, I've been searching for some way
I can't change the way I feel I believe in yesterday

I'll be there when there's no one around you
I'll be there recall your name
I'll be there when there's no one around you
I can take you home for good
I will be there yeah when no one else recalls your name
I will be there for you cos my love remains the same
Cos my love remains the same…

Wherever you are
Wherever you go
Wherever you are
No matter whenever no matter wherever

I'll be there when there's no one around you
I'll be there recall your name
I'll be there when there's no one around you
I can take you home for good
I will be there yeah when no one else recalls your name
I will be there for you cos my love remains the same
Out of thin air I'll be coming back to catch your fall
I will be there for you

I still hear your distant call
I can hear your distant call

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Fiddler’s Green’s song “I’ll Be There” speak of a person driving home at an unknown speed, feeling weak and hoping to be taken back to where they belong. The singer talks about how they will be there for the person they are addressing in the song, even when no one else cares or remembers their name. They believe in yesterday, holding onto the love that was given to them in the past, even though they cannot change how they are feeling currently. The phrase “I’ll be there” is repeated many times in the song, emphasizing the promise of support and reliability that the singer is making. The chorus ends with a declaration that the singer will catch the person’s fall, and they can still hear the distant call of the person they care for.

The song conveys a sense of nostalgia and longing, with themes of love and loyalty woven in. The driving home could symbolize the desire to return to a familiar and comforting place or state of mind. The promise of being there for someone even when they feel alone underscores the importance of human connection and the need for support during difficult times. The repeated phrases and simple melody lend the lyrics a feeling of sincerity and earnestness.

Line by Line Meaning

Driving home no speed limit
I am headed home with urgency and have no intention of slowing down.

Will you take me home I'm not so strong
I am physically exhausted and need help to make it back to my abode.

Don't you know I'm going home now
I am heading back to my residence at this very moment.

Take me back where I belong
Please assist me in arriving safely at the place where I am meant to be.

I'll be there when there's no one around you I don't care what others say
I will be present for you whenever you need me, regardless of what anyone else thinks about it.

There's no other way to go so I believe in yesterday
I am convinced that my past experiences have brought me to this point and I must trust in them to move forward.

I don't know if you still listen, all my words may fade to gray
I am uncertain if you still hear me, as my attempts to communicate with you may be becoming unsuccessful.

I can't change the way I'm feeling, holding on to yesterday
I cannot alter my emotional state and am stuck in a mindset that is rooted in the past.

I still feel the love you gave me, I've been searching for some way
I am still able to sense the affection you once showed me and have been trying to find a path forward in light of that fact.

Wherever you are
No matter your location

Wherever you go
Regardless of your destinations

No matter whenever no matter wherever
At any time or location

Out of thin air I'll be coming back to catch your fall
I will appear unexpectedly to assist you when you are in need, even if you are falling.

I will be there for you
I will provide support for you in any way necessary.

I still hear your distant call
I am still able to detect your faint pleas for help or connection.

Contributed by Declan K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.

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