1) Harem Scarem is a R… Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one artist with this name:
1) Harem Scarem is a Rock band hailing from Ontario, Canada, formed in 1987. They renamed themselves Rubber in 1999 and released two albums under that name. In 2001, they went back to the Harem Scarem name. In the Summer of 2007 they announced they "will officially break-up after one more studio album." They would reform in 2013 and has released four more albums since then.
2) Harem Scarem emerged from Melbourne's mid-80's indie scene, but, it could be argued, were closer in sound to classic Australian blues-rock from a decade before (Dingoes, Coloured Balls, Chain, Rose Tattoo etc.). Their sound was infused with a heady mix of punk spirit and Stax soul that also made them contemporaries of the likes of The Gun Club and the Beasts Of Bourbon.
Harem Scarem first appeared on the Melbourne Psychobilly compilation “Asleep at the Wheel”. They soon developed (via the “Dogman” EP and some key line-up changes) into a powerhouse live act, where Christopher Marshall's extraordinary, passionate vocals combined with Charlie Marshall's stonesy guitar.
With the classic line-up of the Marshall brothers, Barry Palmer (guitar), Glen Sheldon (bass), Peter Jones (drums) and Chris Wilson (harmonica & sax), the band went into the studio with producer John Archer (Hunters & Collectors) and emerged with this, their masterful 1986 album: Pilgrim's Progress (now re-issued by Aztec Music http://www.aztecmusic.net/)
3) Harem Scarem is a Scottish contemporary folk band http://www.haremscaremscotland.co.uk who have collaborated with Will Oldham AKA 'Bonnie Prince Billy'
Untouched
Harem Scarem Lyrics
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Fingers point me into a new dimension
In the void I'll sink or swim
The time has come for speaking out
Defying direction
A marigold is far from a fruit tree
I'm conforming to a new way
Try and leave nothing untouched
In the soil I'll dig a dream
I'm conforming to a new way
And try to convince myself that
I have the push and I have the power
So why have I been waiting for divine intervention
When I've read the book and I smell the flowers
But patience and debating
Have left the fruits untouched
The lyrics to Harem Scarem's song Untouched depict the journey of a person who is stepping into a new dimension and is uncertain of what lies ahead. The person is aware that they are in a void and they will either succeed or fail. The mood of the song is introspective and inspiring, with the lyrics urging you to venture into the unknown without any fear.
The verses are cryptic, but they ultimately hint at the idea of conquering your fears and seizing the opportunities that come your way. The lyrics "defying direction" and "try and leave nothing untouched" suggest embracing uncertainty rather than shying away from it. The song is encouraging and also carries a sense of empowerment as it advocates for taking initiative and not waiting for life to happen.
The chorus features lines like "innocence is bold to fly with kind intention" and "in the soil, I'll dig a dream." These lines further emphasize the idea of taking control of one's own destiny and following one's dreams.
Overall, Harem Scarem's song Untouched is a beautiful reminder that life is a journey, and it's up to each person to make the most of it.
Line by Line Meaning
Fingers point me into a new dimension
I am being pointed towards a completely new reality
In the void I'll sink or swim
I don't know what to expect in this new world, it could either end me or make me succeed
The time has come for speaking out
It's time for me to take action and voice my thoughts and opinions
Defying direction
Challenging traditional norms and expectations
A marigold is far from a fruit tree
I'm acknowledging the vast differences between two things
I'm conforming to a new way
I'm adjusting to this new life
Try and leave nothing untouched
I want to explore all of the opportunities and experiences life has to offer
Innocence is bold to fly with kind intention
There's something beautiful about the simplicity and purity of intentions
In the soil I'll dig a dream
I'm planting the seeds for my hopes and ambitions
And try to convince myself that
I'm attempting to sway my own beliefs
I have the push and I have the power
I possess the drive and ability to accomplish my goals
So why have I been waiting for divine intervention
I don't know why I've been waiting for a sign from a higher power before taking action
When I've read the book and I smell the flowers
I have all the knowledge and resources that I need to be successful
But patience and debating
My tendency to wait and analyze everything before making a move
Have left the fruits untouched
Has resulted in me missing out on opportunities that were right in front of me
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jose antonio sanz
Para mí uno de mis preferidos del disco. Al principio cuando escuché el album por primera vez, me decepcionó un poco porque llevaba tiempo escuchando el Mood Swings, uno de los mejores discos que he escuchado en mi vida. Pero con el tiempo aprendí a apreciar el cambio que supuso Voice of Reason y ahora está entre mis favoritos de Harem Scarem. Estos canadienses son muy grandes!!
KJ
THIS ROCKS!!!!!!!!!!!!!
KK
love this song♬