Herman Dune have worked with several other bands and singers such as Julie Doiron, Leah Hayes, and Laura Hoch.
Although the band has nine official albums, they have worked on many side projects, some of which include Kungen, Ben Haschish, Ben Dope, John Trawlings, Fountain Boats, Satan's Fingers, and Fast Ganz. They have also played as the backing band for recordings by Julie Doiron (ex-Eric's Trip) and Kimya Dawson (ex-Moldy Peaches). Both André and David-Ivar have also released numerous solo CDs (mostly self-released CDRs). André and David-Ivar each contributed a song to the 2006 album by Françoiz Breut, Une Saison Volée.
Official Site: www.hermandune.com
Label: http://www.label-gum.com/collections/hermandune
Discography
Albums
* Turn Off The Light (2000, Prohibited Records)
* They Go To The Woods (2001, Shrimper)
* Switzerland Heritage (2001, Prohibited Records)
* The Whys And The Hows of Herman Düne & Cerberus Shoal (2002, North East Indie)
* Mas Cambios (2003, Track & Field Records)
* Mash Concrete Metal Mushrooms (2003, Shrimper Records)
* Not on Top (2005, Track & Field Records)
* Giant (2006)
* Next Year in Zion (2008)
* Strange Moosic (2011, City Slang)
I'd Rather Walk Than Run
Herman Düne Lyrics
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That being miles apart didn't make any difference
I told you i was slow and you thought that it was fun
And i said: "well, i'd rather walk than run"
And if one day i make it back to my homeland
If people know the songs that i wrote for my band
Well, i'll buy new shoes for my daughter and a house for my mum
But you know i'd rather walk than run
You told me: "david, you shouldn't take it lightly
You could get chased by some crook or even mocked by a bomb
And i was like: "mum, i'd rather walk than run"
And it is crazy to thing how mad i made you
And it's weird to think how bad now i miss you
Like when you stood there awaiting for me in the early morning sun
And i was like: "i'd rather walk than run"
And now the aching in my heart amuse me
And memories of you confuse me
But if i have to rush to get you back, i will go alone
And you know i'd rather walk than run
Well you know i'd rather walk than run
The lyrics of Herman Düne's song "I'd Rather Walk Than Run" speak to the central concept of taking things slow, as compared to rushing through life or love. The song appears to be addressed to a partner or parent figure, as the singer discusses feelings of love and safety in conversation with them. The opening lines suggest distance may be an issue in the relationship, but that this is not a problem for the partner ("you said you didn't care about distance"). The singer then states they are slow, which is seen as a positive quality by the partner, but then firmly asserts that they would rather take their time ("i'd rather walk than run").
Later in the song, the singer talks about returning to their homeland, where they believe their music will be appreciated. The desire to provide for loved ones is evident here ("i'll buy new shoes for my daughter and a house for my mum") but again, it is emphasized that this will be done on their own terms, at their own pace ("you know i'd rather walk than run". The second verse sees the parent figure cautioning the singer about taking dangerous routes home, but they once again state that they would rather take their time. Finally, the song takes on a wistful tone, as the singer reflects on a past relationship that they seem to have lost ("And now the aching in my heart amuse me / And memories of you confuse me / But if I have to rush to get you back, I will go alone / And you know I'd rather walk than run").
Line by Line Meaning
And you said you didn't care about distance
You claimed that the physical space between us wasn't important to you
That being miles apart didn't make any difference
You believed that our bond could withstand any distance
I told you i was slow and you thought that it was fun
I disclosed my lack of speed to you, which you found amusing
And i said: "well, i'd rather walk than run"
I communicated that I prefer taking things slow and steady, rather than rushing through life
And if one day i make it back to my homeland
If I ever return to my country of origin
If people know the songs that i wrote for my band
If my music gains recognition and popularity
Well, i'll buy new shoes for my daughter and a house for my mum
I'll use my success to provide for my family
But you know i'd rather walk than run
However, I still value taking my time and enjoying the journey
And you told me not to take the long way home nightly
You cautioned me against taking a potentially dangerous or difficult route
You told me: "david, you shouldn't take it lightly
You advised me to take precautions and not be too casual about my safety
You could get chased by some crook or even mocked by a bomb
You warned me of potential risks and consequences
And i was like: "mum, i'd rather walk than run"
I reassured you that I preferred being cautious and safe, rather than rushing through life
And it is crazy to thing how mad i made you
It's surprising to reflect on how I used to frustrate you
And it's weird to think how bad now i miss you
It's strange to consider how much I long for your presence now that you're gone
Like when you stood there awaiting for me in the early morning sun
I remember fondly the times we spent waiting for each other in the morning sunlight
And i was like: "i'd rather walk than run"
I wanted to take my time and enjoy our time together, rather than rushing through it
And now the aching in my heart amuse me
The pain and longing I feel now seem almost comical in contrast to how I used to resist your care and guidance
And memories of you confuse me
Remembering you and the memories we made together often leave me feeling uncertain and overwhelmed
But if i have to rush to get you back, i will go alone
However, if it means getting you back in my life quickly, I am willing to speed things up
And you know i'd rather walk than run
Even though I am willing to be faster for you, my natural inclination is to take things slow and steady
Contributed by Gabriel I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.