In the fall of 2008, the band members, Sebastian Krichler [vocals, guitar], Maxim Skripko [vocals, guitar], and Julian Klein [keys], met each other while studying at Neu-Ulm university. Together they indulged in their common love for music. Their intense style is full of passion, sorrow and melancholy, yet somehow it still celebrates life.
Their studies quickly took the back seat and, together with Marius Stehle [drums], they practiced the nights away. What started out as a common dream quickly became reality.
Just four months later, early in 2009, the band members finally decided that they could no longer hold back their musical expression from the public. With support from Jadwiga Seelig [cello] and Sebastian Petrich [bass], they went to the studio and recorded their first EP.
“Spark of the Fugitive Dancer” declares love for experiences that people encounter when they live with eyes wide open: a daily spark of events triggered by love and loss, doubt and friendship, the magic and depth of long, misty nights, and the sobriety of the day after.
At the moment, Fugitive Dancer is on the road debuting their EP and on the search for the right dance floors of life. In spreading their message, they live by the idea that no stage is too small for honest music.
Fugitive
Fugitive Dancer Lyrics
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They' ve been looking for me for many days too
From where I' m sitting
I can see their angry faces
It' s only a matter of time
They' ll be on to me
The sirens, helicopters and tings
The bloodhounds are on my tail, Oh God
They' ll be tearing me apart
If I don' t do now
What I' ve been doing all my life
I' ll be running... all my life
I' m the running man
The fugitive
Seeking political asylum is not easy down here/FONT
My father had friends in high places
And in low places too
Everytime we asked him to stop running
We would say
"Leave all to me, I' ll make it right"
Today he' s gone, I' m still running
Coyotes and vultures closing in on me
I take it a warning
I' ll be running
I' ll be running
'Cause I can
The lyrics of "Fugitive" by Fugitive Dancer depict a person who is on the run and is being pursued by law enforcement officials. The singer has been in hiding for many days, and the authorities have been trying to track him down. From his hiding place, he can see the angry faces of the police and feel their presence closing in on him. The sound of the sirens, helicopters, and other warning bells only add to his fears. He knows that it is only a matter of time before they catch him, and he feels helpless and desperate.
The singer's father was also a fugitive, and he had connections in both high and low places. He had always promised to make things right and protect his family, but he eventually passed away, leaving his son alone to face the same fate. The singer sees the vultures and coyotes closing in on him as a sign that he needs to keep running. He has resigned himself to a life on the run and most likely, seeking refuge and asylum in another country is the only option left for him.
Overall, the lyrics of "Fugitive" are a poignant reflection of the difficulties that many people face when seeking refuge from injustice or persecution. The song's mood is both somber and intense, and it effectively captures the emotions of a person who is on the run and living in constant fear.
Line by Line Meaning
I' ve been sitting here for many days now
I've been in hiding in the same spot for several days now.
They' ve been looking for me for many days too
Those who are after me have been searching for me for many days as well.
From where I' m sitting
From my current hiding spot, which gives me a clear view of my pursuers.
I can see their angry faces
I can see the anger and frustration on their faces as they search for me.
It' s only a matter of time
I know that it's only a matter of time before I'm found.
They' ll be on to me
Eventually, they will discover my location.
The sirens, helicopters and tings
I can hear the sounds of police sirens, helicopters, and other search equipment.
The bloodhounds are on my tail, Oh God
Police dogs, specifically trained to track down fugitives, are very close to discovering me.
Just in minutes
It won't be much longer before I'm captured.
They' ll be tearing me apart
The police will not hesitate to use whatever means necessary to apprehend me.
If I don' t do now
If I don't act now to avoid being caught.
What I' ve been doing all my life
The life of a fugitive is all I know, and it's time to put that experience to use.
I' ll be running... all my life
If I'm not successful in escaping this situation, I will be forced to run for the rest of my life.
Seeking political asylum is not easy down here/FONT
In this country, it's very difficult to find safety by seeking political asylum.
My father had friends in high places
My father had connections with powerful individuals.
And in low places too
My father also had connections with less reputable individuals.
Everytime we asked him to stop running
Whenever we pleaded with my father to stop running from the law.
We would say
He would always say to us.
"Leave all to me, I' ll make it right"
"Don't worry, I have everything under control and will fix the situation."
Today he' s gone, I' m still running
My father is no longer with us, and yet I'm still running from the law.
Coyotes and vultures closing in on me
Dangerous individuals are getting closer to finding me.
I take it a warning
I understand this as a clear warning that I need to escape quickly to avoid danger.
I' ll be running
Once again, I'll be forced to flee for my life.
'Cause I can
Because running is the only option I have left.
Contributed by Jackson W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@deffman1983
Great song! Also really like the video, which underlines the mood of the song! I want to hear more :)
@novemberme1624
I listened to a few people talking about this band as a „pop band“, others named them an „Indie band“, but I think they're both and a lot more beyond these categories. They have smooth, laidback, introvert moments – even a bit jazzy now and then – but also outbursting elements, extrovert and exploding. Andy Warhol said, there are 15 minutes of fame for everyone, Fugitive Dancer deserve a lot more than that, even if fame in their case might mean, that more and more people make them the soundtrack of their lives and pay for it with love.
Way to go, guys! Keep on doing it this way and you won'f fall apart in the storm!
@StefanieHecht
wonderful song, brilliant video.
@lisawallner
great song, awsome video, beautiful little girl!!!
@peterpanski4081
"Don't fall apart when you sing in the storm." - such a casual way of revealing the beauty of that song.
@finnegan1307
sehr schönes video. ich liebe wien, ich liebe die stimme, ich liebe die melodie. alles richtig gemacht!
@schrebergarten489
Was für ein toller Song!
@saschazacsek2604
Super Video, schöner Song!
@matthiashorn6669
super
@queenofpain47
wunderschön