1. It all began as a playful sid… Read Full Bio ↴There are several bands named Frau.
1. It all began as a playful side project. Leilani Hermiasih was just a little bored with her daily life. Her background in classical piano (which she had learned in some lessons with a superbly nice and patient old lady since she was about 7) gave her a little idea in what kind of game she wanted to play. She wanted to play the game of fun music. It was never that hard. All of the melodies would come out of outer space, and magically place themselves into her fingers as she then tried to put them all together into a proper song. Lyrics were added, and voila! It was done. Ding!
She was also inspired by a lot of musicals produced by Cameron Macintosh and written by Andrew Lloyd Webber she watched everyday in her early years. So you might also get a little taste of that.
She picked to go by another name, Frau, because she feels that she doesn't stand alone in this whole new drama she's creating. She's in this all with her beloved piano she named Oskar. Frau it self means "mrs." or "wife" in Deutsch / German, which then places her to be the 'wife' of music. And together, they will create little cute fun babies, which you could all listen to. Oh, and besides collaborating with Oskar, she would be collaborating with a lot of damn great musicians with their secret weapons.
But then again, frau doesn't like to be too serious in making you listen to her. So just take your cup of tea and enjoy every spit of her voice and Oskar's!
2. Frau is a punk noise band from London, UK formed in 2013. It features members from feminist queer DIY bands Woolf and Good Throb.
WATER
Frau Lyrics
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You're full of plans, and sure to fly
I give you warmth, you tell me tales
We'd exchange lives, but then they'd say...
Forbidden... Forbidden... Forbidden...
Your waves ride high, while mine are low
You head to sea, you're sailing free
I'm living fate, I will not roam
Forbidden... Forbidden... Forbidden...
Happiness doesn't take its time to judge
Who should get its taste
Water flows in us as our souls are filled with joy
And tears in our own ways
Your waves ride high, while mine are low
You're full of plans, and sure to fly
I'm living fate, I will not roam
We'd exchange lives, but then they'd cry...
Forbidden... Forbidden... Forbidden...
In the song 'Water' by Frau, the lyrics depict a relationship where one person is adventurous and free-spirited, while the other is content with living a more settled life. The song refers to love as an essential part of their existence, with the lyrics "water flows in us as our souls are filled with joy and tears in our own ways." The opening lines of the chorus, "forbidden... forbidden... forbidden..." signify that their relationship is not accepted by others, perhaps because they have different lifestyles and dreams.
The first verse, "endure my heart, ensure your mind, you're full of plans and sure to fly," shows that the two people are very different in terms of their personalities and desires. While one is more emotional and focused on love, the other is logical and driven to achieve their ambitions. The second verse mentions how one person's "waves ride high," and they are "sailing free" while the other person is "living fate" and chooses not to "reel tides." The two people are on separate paths, with one person seeking adventure and exploration, and the other person opting for a more stable and predictable lifestyle.
The chorus repeats the word "forbidden," emphasizing that their love is not seen as acceptable to others. The line "we'd exchange lives, but then they'd say" suggests that if they were to switch roles and live the other's life, it still would not be accepted by society. Overall, the song highlights the challenges that can arise in a relationship when two people have different goals and priorities, and their love is not fully understood or supported by the people around them.
Line by Line Meaning
Endure my heart, ensure your mind
I ask you to stay strong emotionally and focus on rational thinking
You're full of plans, and sure to fly
You have many aspirations and are confident in accomplishing them
I give you warmth, you tell me tales
I show you kindness and compassion, and in exchange, you share your personal experiences with me
We'd exchange lives, but then they'd say... Forbidden... Forbidden... Forbidden...
We could swap positions, but society wouldn't accept it due to perceived societal norms and values
Your waves ride high, while mine are low
You are experiencing success while I am struggling to keep up
You head to sea, you're sailing free
You are embarking on a new journey, free from constraints and limitations
I'm living fate, I will not roam
I am content with my current path in life and will not seek change
I don't need games, I won't reel tides
I am not interested in temporary pleasures or distractions and will not be swayed by external factors
Happiness doesn't take its time to judge
Who should get its taste
Happiness is not selective and can be experienced by anyone regardless of their background or circumstances
Water flows in us as our souls are filled with joy
And tears in our own ways
Just as water fills us, happiness can bring us tears of joy in our own unique and personal ways
We'd exchange lives, but then they'd cry... Forbidden... Forbidden... Forbidden...
Society would disapprove of us swapping positions and be emotionally affected by it
Contributed by Amelia C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.