1. Ginger (aka Ginger Wil… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least 8 artists named Ginger.
1. Ginger (aka Ginger Wildheart, was born David Leslie Walls. He's lead singer and driving force behind The Wildhearts, once described by Kerrang! magazine as "the finest English Songwriter of his generation". As a solo artist, he has released 3 solo studio albums: Valor Del Corazón (2006), Yoni (2007) and Market Harbour (2008). Prior to these he also penned a series of monthly-released singles in 2003 (these were later compiled as the album A Break in The Weather in 2005). Other releases include the live acoustic albums Grievous Acoustic Behaviour: Live At 12 Bar (2001), Potatoes & You (2005), The Great White Monkey (released originally as 1CD edition in 2004 and then later in 2009 as a 2CD Special Edition), and Kiss Alive II (2011). Latest album is 'The Pessimist's Companion'.
2. Ginger was also a Canadian band formed by the three remaining members of The Grapes of Wrath after the departure of Kevin Kane. They released a self-titled EP and two albums, Far Out and Suddenly I Came To My Senses before The Grapes of Wrath reformed.
3. Ginger was also the musical name of adult film actress Ginger Lynna Allen & Janus Jarrow who released the single "Fantasy World" in 1986.
4. Ginger is a Swiss psychedelic blues-rock band founded in 2007. Also known as the 'Ginger Jamband'
Ginger’s music is a blend of blues, funky and rocky elements, with a spoonful of 60’s psychedelia. Described as ‘tight riffs, crispy beats and wailing guitars’, “Ginger play as the old masters, but with the fire of youth” (Ragazzi Music).
5. Ginger are a French Melodic Hardcore band, who released their debut LP 'Dark Page Chronicles' in 2010. They play a style of Melodic Hardcore comparable to A Wilhelm Scream, Strung Out etc.
6. Also an early 80s pop/rock band led by Trevor Spencer who had a minor chart hit in the Netherlands with "Blind Date".
7. A Dutch rapper from Amersfoort with artist name Ginger (real name Jorn Wildeman). His career started with his blind-audition to The Voice of Holland. After that he got signed to the label of Mr. Probz, "Left Lane Recordings", and released his debutalbum "As Told By Ginger" (June 14, 2019) and album "Het Moest Zo Zijn" (October 30, 2020).
8. A Greek meme artist with the case sensitive stylization of GiNger, who creates trap, usually with many features, with the debut Spotify album of Music so BAD I Went to Jail (2024).
Josser Bank
Ginger Lyrics
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When I should have been listening
I was doing something
When I should have been doing everything
Thought I could do anything
Thought I could get the birds to sing
But I couldn’t stop getting older
I couldn’t stop getting older every day
Oh, every day
I shut up the monkey
Beat the Devil at his own roulette
I forgave my enemies
Saved my life and I paid my debts
I saw the light
And I came back brighter
But I couldn’t stop getting older
I couldn’t stop getting older
I couldn’t stop getting older every day
Oh, every day
Well I took the reins
Of the horse with no name
The one I rode in on
And I invited Death to dine
He took off his cap and he smiled
And meanwhile…
I was talking
When I should have been listening
I was teaching
When I should have been learning
I could stop myself from feeling
I could stop that feeling leaving
But I couldn’t stop getting older
I couldn’t stop getting older
I couldn’t stop getting older
I couldn’t stop getting older
I couldn’t stop getting older
I couldn’t stop getting older
I say
Fuck off!
The song "Josser Bank" by Ginger reflects on the impermanence of life and the inability to stop the inevitable process of aging. The lyrics begin with the singer acknowledging that they have made mistakes in their life by talking instead of listening and doing something instead of doing everything. The singer also mentions how they once thought they could do anything and make birds sing, but as time passes, they realize they cannot stop getting older. This realization is repeated throughout the song, emphasizing the theme of acceptance and resignation to the natural progression of life.
The second verse of the song describes the singer's journey to growth and self-improvement. They shut up the monkey, which could be interpreted as silencing their inner critic, and beat the Devil at his own game, indicating they overcame personal struggles or temptations. The singer mentions forgiving their enemies, paying debts, and seeing the light, ultimately coming back "brighter." However, despite all their efforts to better themselves, the feeling of aging persists, as they cannot stop themselves from getting older.
The final verse of the song brings a sense of defiance and anger as the singer tells aging to "fuck off." This adds a layer of complexity to the theme of acceptance, suggesting that while we may not be able to stop aging, we can choose how we respond to it. Ultimately, the message of the song may be that while we cannot control the inevitable process of aging, we can control how we live our lives and face the challenges that come with it.
Line by Line Meaning
I was talking
I was speaking without paying attention to others
When I should have been listening
When I should have been focused on understanding others
I was doing something
I was preoccupied with my own actions
When I should have been doing everything
When I should have been fully engaged in all aspects of life
Thought I could do anything
I believed I was capable of achieving anything
Thought I could get the birds to sing
I believed I had the power to control nature
But I couldn’t stop getting older
Despite my beliefs and actions, I could not avoid the inevitability of aging
I shut up the monkey
I quieted the negative thoughts in my mind
Beat the Devil at his own roulette
I overcame temptation and fought against my demons
I forgave my enemies
I let go of grudges and chose to forgive those who had wronged me
Saved my life and I paid my debts
I took responsibility for my actions and made amends
I saw the light
I gained a new perspective or insight
And I came back brighter
I emerged from my experiences stronger and wiser
Well I took the reins
I took control of my life
Of the horse with no name
Of a situation or circumstance that was uncertain or unknown
The one I rode in on
The one I entered this world with
And I invited Death to dine
I accepted the inevitability of death
He took off his cap and he smiled
Death showed no fear and was at peace
And meanwhile…
While all of this was happening
I was teaching
I was imparting knowledge or guidance to others
When I should have been learning
When I should have been open to new knowledge and experiences
I could stop myself from feeling
I was able to control my emotions
I could stop that feeling leaving
I could prevent myself from letting go of certain emotions
I say
With finality and conviction
Fuck off!
An expression of dismissal or anger towards a negative force or energy
Contributed by Jordan J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.