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)
My Home Is Nowhere without You
Herman Düne Lyrics
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I remember someone's face but then I forget their names
I have a book for writing down who I meet and where I'm going to
But my home is nowhere without you
There is nowhere like the ocean to breathe
And the world is wonderful as it is
Now I might try to settle down on some beach in Malibu
My home is nowhere without you
My home is nowhere without you
My home is nowhere without you
My home is nowhere without you
I met the natives and they shook my hand
In a warehouse in Providence, Rhode Island
They said they had a room for me there with an incredible view
But my home is nowhere without you
There are houses full of dogs and full of bugs
In a city full of gods and full of thugs
I wandered there down the streets and up on first avenue
But my home is nowhere without you
My home is nowhere without you
My home is nowhere without you
My home is nowhere without you
My home is nowhere without you
My home is nowhere without you
My home is nowhere without you
My home is nowhere without you
My home is nowhere without you
In Herman Düne's song, "My Home is Nowhere Without You," the lyrics describe a feeling of being lost without a loved one, unable to find a true sense of home or belonging without them. The song begins with the idea of photographs being a way of capturing and remembering places, but without a loved one to share those memories with, they become empty and meaningless. The singer has a book for keeping track of people and places, but despite having a written record of their travels, they still feel lost without the person they love.
The middle of the song shifts to a more hopeful tone, describing the beauty of the world and the potential for finding a home by the ocean in Malibu. However, even the idyllic beauty of a dream house cannot replace the love and companionship that the singer is missing. The second half of the song describes more physical spaces that the singer has visited, from warehouses in Providence to houses full of dogs and bugs in a city full of gods and thugs. The variations of different physical spaces highlight the futile search for a true sense of home, as ultimately, without the one they love, "my home is nowhere without you."
The power of this song lies in its simplicity and honesty. The lyrics capture a universal feeling of homesickness and longing for connection, emphasizing the idea that home is not just a physical place, but an emotional and relational one. The strong emotional undercurrent of the song is supported by the haunting melody and stripped-down instrumentation, creating a hauntingly beautiful and affecting piece of music.
Line by Line Meaning
People put pictures of places in frames
Humans often take photographs of different locations, mount them in frames and preserve memories of such places.
I remember someone's face but then I forget their names
I can easily recall the facial features of some individuals, but their names are easily forgotten by me.
I have a book for writing down who I meet and where I'm going to
I often record in a book, information about people I come across and the destinations I intend to go to.
But my home is nowhere without you
Despite my memories and personal records, my true sense of belonging and comfort lies in being with you, and without you, I feel homeless.
There is nowhere like the ocean to breathe
The ocean provides an unparalleled experience for my respiration and mental wellbeing.
And the world is wonderful as it is
I appreciate and find fulfillment in the natural order of the world, without needing to change it to suit my ideals.
Now I might try to settle down on some beach in Malibu
I could consider making Malibu a permanent habitat to settle down in, thus avoiding the need to wander and explore other locations.
But my home is nowhere without you
Despite the idea of settling down, my true sense of belonging and comfort lies in being with you, and without you, I feel homeless.
I met the natives and they shook my hand
I interacted with the locals, and they greeted me by shaking hands.
In a warehouse in Providence, Rhode Island
I found myself in a warehouse in Providence, Rhode Island.
They said they had a room for me there with an incredible view
The natives offered me accommodation in the area, with a stunning view from the room.
But my home is nowhere without you
Despite the attraction of the accommodation, my true sense of belonging and comfort lies in being with you, and without you, I feel homeless.
There are houses full of dogs and full of bugs
In some houses, there are numerous dogs and insects that coexist or exist separately within the surrounding environment.
In a city full of gods and full of thugs
As a city that is home to both noble and nefarious individuals, my environment is both diverse and unpredictable.
I wandered there down the streets and up on first avenue
I aimlessly roamed the streets, including the famous First Avenue, without any particular destination in mind.
But my home is nowhere without you
Despite my exploration and experiences, my true sense of belonging and comfort lies in being with you, and without you, I feel homeless.
Contributed by Ethan J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
LulluNatic
I have to say: Awesome! Love so much the sound and the voice, the arrangement is wow! Thank you very much! I once saw them live in my home town in France, it was a very intimate gig (we were no more than about 50) and the icing on the cake, it was for free! Thanks thanks thanks!
David Sumtinelse
I love this. It makes me sad. (and happy). Makes me feel like staying alive.
Xtos Stefanoudakis
This piece is definitely in the soundtrack of my life! Ευχαριστώ για την υπέροχη μελωδία! ☀️
Héctor Sánchez
This song is amazing and i cant figure out why it is not available on Spotify or Apple Music!
TheBidoume
buy records :)
Lily B7
Simplemente hermosa!🌻
Josep Maria Balmaña
Esquisita cancion! Gracias!
Stringmaster
Beautiful song with a bittersweet feeling. It reminds me of Townes Van Zandt
benjamin lemoine
simple et efficace, paroles sublimes, et mélodie pop folk, j adore cette chanson
vanadour33
J'ai découvert Herman Dune avec sa chanson BRISTOL ,superbe !