Comprised of Ard Matthews (Vocals, Guitar) Brent Harris (Drums, Vocals) Denholm Harding (Bass, Vocals), Just Jinjer is the biggest selling rock group in their home country of South Africa.
In just over a decade they have sold over a quarter million albums, toured with U2, Counting Crows, Live, Goo Goo Dolls, plus dozens of other massive artists.
Their first international release, on Curb Records, is set to hit the airwaves and shelves globally towards the end of 2009. Thus far, on April 7, 2009, Curb released an EP featuring "Can I Have More", "Home" and "Time of Your Life". On September 8, 2009, "What He Means" was released as a single by Curb Records. "What He Means" was already a number one single in South Africa in 2006.
Art Matthews and Brent Harris are both known to be big fans of English Premier League club Tottenham Hotspur and have been known to wear the Spurs tops during gigs.
Go Away
Just Jinjer Lyrics
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There are many people by themselves
If altogether should mean one
Though some of us may find them
We won't know what to do
And I, said I need everyone
go away
If comfort means togetherness
Why are some of us togetherless
When altogether should mean one
With some of us around them
We won't know what to do
And I, said I need everyone
Sometimes I need everyone to go,
go away
I need everyone,
Sometimes I need everyone
The lyrics to "Go Away" by Just Jinjer are an exploration of the contradictions and complexities inherent in human relationships. The first verse begins by questioning the meaning of loneliness, suggesting that there are many people who are alone and therefore loneliness cannot be defined as simply being by oneself. This is followed by a statement that being together should mean being united as one, but this unity is difficult to achieve for many people. The chorus then expresses the need for everyone to go away at times, indicating that even though we may seek out the company of others, we also require solitude and space to be ourselves.
The second verse continues to highlight the disparity between what we desire in relationships and what we actually experience, questioning why some people are left out of the collective experience of togetherness that should come with being part of a group. The lyrics suggest that even when others are around, we may still feel lost and unsure of what to do, emphasizing the difficulties of navigating human relationships. The chorus is repeated with the same message of needing everyone to go away sometimes, underscoring the need for balance between being with others and being alone.
Overall, "Go Away" is a thought-provoking and introspective exploration of the complexities of human connection and the need for both togetherness and solitude in relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
If loneliness means by yourself
Being alone doesn't necessarily mean loneliness, as many people choose to be alone or are comfortable with solitude.
There are many people by themselves
There are many people who prefer being alone or may struggle to form connections with others.
If altogether should mean one
The idea of being together as a group should create a sense of unity or oneness, but it doesn't always work that way.
Though some of us may find them
Despite having people around us, we may still feel lost or disconnected from them.
We won't know what to do
Feeling lost or disconnected can cause confusion or uncertainty about how to interact with others.
And I, said I need everyone
The singer acknowledges that they need people around them to some extent, but not all the time.
Sometimes I need everyone to go, go away
Occasionally, the singer needs time alone or space from others in order to feel comfortable or find clarity.
If comfort means togetherness
Feeling comforted often comes from being around others and forming connections with them.
Why are some of us togetherless
Despite the desire for comfort through togetherness, some people struggle to form those connections.
With some of us around them
Even with people around them, some individuals may still feel alone or disconnected.
We won't know what to do
Similarly to before, feeling disconnected can cause uncertainty about how to interact with others.
I need everyone
The artist reasserts their need for others, even if there are times where they need to be alone.
Sometimes I need everyone to go, go away
The repetition of this line emphasizes the idea that there are times where the singer needs space and time alone.
Contributed by Riley I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.