Band members
Carl Perkins - Vocals/Producer (died in May 2018 from bowel cancer).
Te Omeka Perkins - Vocals/Producer
Isaiah Perkins - Vocals/Producer
Discography
Albums
Year Title Details Peak chart positions NZ
2008 Keep Rising
Released: 26 May 2008
Label: Local Music Ltd
Catalogue: HOSCD001
38
2011 Island Vibration
Released: 14 February 2011
Label: House Of Shem Music/Isaac/Universal
Catalogue: 938571
1
2013 Harmony
Released: 6 December 2013
Label: Isaac/Warner
Catalogue: 5419601602
24
Compilations
Date of Release Title Label Charted Country Catalog Number
2004 Conscious Roots EMI - - 8636632
2005 Conscious Roots 2 Capitol - - 3495142
2006 Conscious Roots 3 Capitol - - 3774962
2007 Conscious Roots 4 Moving Productions - - 5197652
2009 Conscious Roots 2009 EMI - - 2655252
Party
House of Shem Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
Get high if you want to
Fly if you want to
This is a party
Tell your friends to come along
There's no invitation
This is a party
Get high if you want to
This is a party
Tell your friends to come along
There's no invitation
Come join the fun
I'm seeing you smiling at me
That's the way I prefer in to me
For me, a fresh reality
Does not like me too much
That I may never get her not too much
The thing sisters work come innocent
You make me so proud
I'd like getting now
You in party
So get high if you want to
Fly if you want to
'Cause this is a party
Tell your friends to come along
There's no invitation
This is a party
Get high if you want to
Fly if you want to
This is a party
Tell your friend to comr along
There's no invitation
Life gets hard
There seems not to be this freedom
Then up above yeah
Why can't we live our lives this way
I'm not mind control
Now we call our men not to listen that it should be
The truth will unfold
This moment to come
Something above
This party
So get high if you want to
Fly if you want to
'Cause this is a party
Tell your friends to come along
There's no invitation
This is a party
Get high if you want to
Fly if you want to
This is a party
Tell your friends to come along
There's no invitation
Party
Party
Who wants to have a party?
Party
Party
So please don't be naughty
A conscious party
For everyone to see
Good vibe, gracious
Flowing trough you and me
A blessing to Jah
You know you can be free
Yeah
Yeah
A blessing to Jah
And live for eternity
Eternity
So come join the fun
Yeah
I see you smiling at me
That's the way I prefer in to me
For me, a fresh reality
Does not like me too much
That I may never get her not too much
The thing sisters come innocent
You make me so proud
I'd like getting now
In this party
So get high if you want to
Fly if you want to
This is a party
Tell your friends to come along
There's no invitation
This is a party
Get high if you want to
Fly if you want to
This is a party
Tell your friends to come along
There's no invitation
end
The lyrics of House of Shem's song Party highlight the theme of living life to the fullest, enjoying the moment, and having fun. The singer encourages the listener to join the party and have a good time, without any restrictions. He emphasizes that the party is open to everyone, and there is no need for an invitation. Furthermore, the lyrics talk about the challenges of life and how this party can be a source of relief and freedom for a while. The lyrics also highlight the idea of unity and being conscious of one's actions while having fun.
The verse "Life gets hard, there seems not to be this freedom, then up above yeah, why can't we live our lives this way?" suggests that sometimes life can be tough, and we might feel restricted in our daily lives. However, the singer encourages us to look beyond our limitations and enjoy the moment through the party. The lyrics convey the sense that the party is an opportunity to escape from mundane daily life and enjoy ourselves without any worries.
In conclusion, the lyrics of House of Shem's song Party celebrate the universal notions of fun, unity, and freedom. The song encourages the listener to let go of life's worries and join the event for some much-needed fun, emphasizing the importance of being present in the moment and enjoying the little pleasures in life.
Line by Line Meaning
This is a party
We are having a celebration with good vibes and energy.
Get high if you want to
Feel free to indulge and let loose.
Fly if you want to
Experience the joy of life to the fullest.
Tell your friends to come along
Bring your loved ones to share in the fun.
There's no invitation
Everyone is welcome to join us.
Come join the fun
Join us in the celebration.
I'm seeing you smiling at me
I am happy to share this moment with you.
That's the way I prefer in to me
This positive energy is what I enjoy most.
For me, a fresh reality
Having a new perspective on life is rewarding.
Does not like me too much
This change might be challenging and uncomfortable.
That I may never get her not too much
It's possible that I might not fully embrace this new reality.
The thing sisters work come innocent
The outcome of our decisions is often unpredictable or unknown.
You make me so proud
I am grateful to have you here with me.
I'd like getting now
Let's enjoy this moment together.
Life gets hard
The challenges of life can be overwhelming.
There seems not to be this freedom
We often feel trapped or confined by our struggles.
Then up above yeah
Looking towards a better future or seeking divine guidance.
Why can't we live our lives this way
Wondering why we can't always experience joy and freedom.
I'm not mind control
I am not allowing external factors to dictate my happiness.
Now we call our men not to listen that it should be
Rejecting negative influences and unrealistic expectations.
The truth will unfold
The reality of life will become clear over time.
This moment to come
Looking forward to a better future.
Something above
Hoping for divine intervention or guidance in life.
Party
We are here to celebrate life.
Who wants to have a party?
Asking if anyone else wants to join in the celebration.
Please don't be naughty
Asking everyone to be responsible and respectful.
A conscious party
A celebration with intention and meaning.
For everyone to see
This positive energy is visible to all around us.
Good vibe, gracious
This energy is kind and welcoming to all.
Flowing trough you and me
This energy is present within and around us all.
A blessing to Jah
This celebration and positive energy is a blessing to God.
You know you can be free
You have the power to let go of your struggles and experience freedom.
And live for eternity
This positive energy and joy can transcend time and be everlasting.
End
The song has concluded.
Contributed by Alex J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@DaRedeyeJedi808
This is a party
Get high if you want to
Fly if you want to
This is a party
Tell your friends to come along
There's no invitation
This is a party
Get high if you want to
Fly if you want to
This is a party
Tell your friends to come along
There's no invitation
Come join the fun
I'm seeing you smiling at me
That's the way I prefer in to me
For me, a fresh reality
Does not like me too much
That I may never get her not too much
The thing sisters work come innocent
You make me so proud
I'd like getting now
You in party
So get high if you want to
Fly if you want to
'Cause this is a party
Tell your friends to come along
There's no invitation
This is a party
Get high if you want to
Fly if you want to
This is a party
Tell your friend to comr along
There's no invitation
Life gets hard
There seems not to be this freedom
Then up above yeah
Why can't we live our lives this way
I'm not mind control
Now we call our men not to listen that it should be
The truth will unfold
This moment to come
Something above
This party
So get high if you want to
Fly if you want to
'Cause this is a party
Tell your friends to come along
There's no invitation
This is a party
Get high if you want to
Fly if you want to
This is a party
Tell your friends to come along
There's no invitation
Party
Party
Who wants to have a party?
Party
Party
So please don't be naughty
A conscious party
For everyone to see
Good vibe, gracious
Flowing trough you and me
A blessing to Jah
You know you can be free
Yeah
Yeah
A blessing to Jah
And live for eternity
Eternity
So come join the fun
Yeah
I see you smiling at me
That's the way I prefer in to me
For me, a fresh reality
Does not like me too much
That I may never get her not too much
The thing sisters come innocent
You make me so proud
I'd like getting now
In this party
So get high if you want to
Fly if you want to
This is a party
Tell your friends to come along
There's no invitation
This is a party
Get high if you want to
Fly if you want to
This is a party
Tell your friends to come along
There's no invitation
End
@whitireia
+Leonardo Gonzales
This is a party
Get high if you want to
Fly if you want to
This is a party
Tell your friends to come along
There's no invitation
This is a party
Get high if you want to
Fly if you want to
This is a party
Tell your friends to come along
There's no invitation
Come join the fun
I'm seeing you smiling at me
That's the way I prefer in to me
For me, a fresh reality
Does not like me too much
That I may never get her not too much
The thing sisters work come innocent
You make me so proud
I'd like getting now
You in party
So get high if you want to
Fly if you want to
'Cause this is a party
Tell your friends to come along
There's no invitation
This is a party
Get high if you want to
Fly if you want to
This is a party
Tell your friend to comr along
There's no invitation
Life gets hard
There seems not to be this freedom
Then up above yeah
Why can't we live our lives this way
I'm not mind control
Now we call our men not to listen that it should be
The truth will unfold
This moment to come
Something above
This party
So get high if you want to
Fly if you want to
'Cause this is a party
Tell your friends to come along
There's no invitation
This is a party
Get high if you want to
Fly if you want to
This is a party
Tell your friends to come along
There's no invitation
Party
Party
Who wants to have a party?
Party
Party
So please don't be naughty
A conscious party
For everyone to see
Good vibe, gracious
Flowing trough you and me
A blessing to Jah
You know you can be free
Yeah
Yeah
A blessing to Jah
And live for eternity
Eternity
So come join the fun
Yeah
I see you smiling at me
That's the way I prefer in to me
For me, a fresh reality
Does not like me too much
That I may never get her not too much
The thing sisters come innocent
You make me so proud
I'd like getting now
In this party
So get high if you want to
Fly if you want to
This is a party
Tell your friends to come along
There's no invitation
This is a party
Get high if you want to
Fly if you want to
This is a party
Tell your friends to come along
There's no invitation
end
@Gertozzz
This is a party
Get high if you want to
Fly if you want to
This is a party
Tell your friends to come along
There's no invitation
This is a party
Get high if you want to
Fly if you want to
This is a party
Tell your friends to come along
There's no invitation
Come join the fun
I'm seeing you smiling at me
That's the way I prefer in to me
For me, a fresh reality
Does not like me too much
That I may never get her not too much
The thing sisters work come innocent
You make me so proud
I'd like getting now
You in party
So get high if you want to
Fly if you want to
'Cause this is a party
Tell your friends to come along
There's no invitation
This is a party
Get high if you want to
Fly if you want to
This is a party
Tell your friend to comr along
There's no invitation
Life gets hard
There seems not to be this freedom
Then up above yeah
Why can't we live our lives this way
I'm not mind control
Now we call our men not to listen that it should be
The truth will unfold
This moment to come
Something above
This party
So get high if you want to
Fly if you want to
'Cause this is a party
Tell your friends to come along
There's no invitation
This is a party
Get high if you want to
Fly if you want to
This is a party
Tell your friends to come along
There's no invitation
Party
Party
Who wants to have a party?
Party
Party
So please don't be naughty
A conscious party
For everyone to see
Good vibe, gracious
Flowing trough you and me
A blessing to Jah
You know you can be free
Yeah
Yeah
A blessing to Jah
And live for eternity
Eternity
So come join the fun
Yeah
I see you smiling at me
That's the way I prefer in to me
For me, a fresh reality
Does not like me too much
That I may never get her not too much
The thing sisters come innocent
You make me so proud
I'd like getting now
In this party
So get high if you want to
Fly if you want to
This is a party
Tell your friends to come along
There's no invitation
This is a party
Get high if you want to
Fly if you want to
This is a party
Tell your friends to come along
There's no invitation
End
@junalocc4549
It's still a party in 2022 🔥🔥💯
@tiapaea424
Banging this in my headphones walking through the streets of Tokyo. Jah in the highest...
@aniarosonnanmkpz9942
Jamming it in Otara NZ
@beaudatdrilla2520
AniAroSonNan Mkpz 🤣
@meletukia3420
@AniAroSonNan Mkpz he my job
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@cm-pr2ys
Ouuuuu howzit Sistah?
@1888mel
Luv from Glasgow Scotland all the way to New Zealand, good vives, peace out
@mikedoggy3352
PEACE n LOVE from the tribes of Aotearoa a.k.a New Zealand to our clans in the highlands and the lowlands and nations elsewhere
@volkanakuhata4913
Chur bei, im a Mckenzie clan ,scottish and maori from te araroa nz peace g..East Coat Gizzy..oh actually got a twist of irish and viking on there too lol
@tonyrosales915
Greetings from Los Angeles. Papa Carl you will be missed. I will forever have and Treasure this picture I took with you guys at the OC Fair in 2017 at the Ziggy Marley show. Love your music and forever will be a loyal fan!!