The band consists of the members:
Kasper Eistrup (vocals & guitar)
Mads Tunebjerg (bass)
Asger Techau (drums)
Henrik Lindstrand (keyboards & guitar).
Their earlier albums were musically in the vein of Primus and Red Hot Chilli Peppers, but with their third full length album their style changed dramatically to be influenced by Jeff Buckley and Radiohead, a style often characterised by newcomers as in the same veins as Coldplay, however Kashmir has in Kasper Eistrup, an original text writer and singer, who can hardly be summarized as anything close to Chris Martin.
To this date, the band have released seven full length albums. Their latest, E.A.R. (2013). With the release of NBP, the band yet again changed direction musically to be inspired by artists such as Sonic Youth and other noise rockers.
It should be noted that there also was a Swiss band with the same name which was active between 1979 and 1982. Consisting of keyboarder Patrice Guenat and singer Henry Dubelly, they produced two albums that range between synthesizer pop and neo-progressive genres.
Another danish band in the 70s was also called Kashmir or more correctly "Jørgen Thomsen & Kashmir", but due to Spotify (Kashmir, Jørgen Thomsen tag) they will scrobble as Kashmir, despite being a backing band at least on the 1972 record they recorded:
Jørgen Thomsen was backed by prominent musicains in "Kashmir": Nils Tuxen (Savage Rose, Flemming Hansen (bass), Ken Gudman at drums and Carl Åge Isaksen on piano.
Kashmir - The Band (Urdu: کشمیر ـ دی بینڈ) is an alternative rock band from Karachi, Pakistan. It is the winning band of Pepsi Battle of the Bands Season 2 in 2017. The band consist of Bilal Ali (vocalist), Vais Khan (lead guitarist), Usman Siddiqui (bass guitarist), Shane J. Anthoney (drummer), Zair Zaki (rhythm guitarist), and Ali Raza (keyboardist).
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She's Made of Chalk
Kashmir Lyrics
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Reminding us it is that time of year
A cool shade and a spot in the sun
A cold struggle
But the tiresome brawl is won
How could you talk about suicide
How could you possibly see it as right
The long road through a deep ravine
[chorus]
Let's go out tonight
You don't need to be frightened
Don't say it isn't right
Move on, jump in, fall out.
The old smoke is coughed away
A new breeze is blowing in our way
Tough luck, you've got to change
For such a long long fall
You've been out of range.
Look in the mirror, there's still good news
Don't need the make up
You won't look used
Can't wake the dead up
No what you need
Is just a bar and some debauchery.
[chorus]
Let's go out tonight
You don't need to be frightened
Don't say it isn't right
Move on, jump in, fall out.
I passed the church on my morning walk
Crossed my mind she's made of chalk
And more white than the holy saints
But not quite immune to this black malaise
I grabbed a smile off the midday sky
Got me thinking, do you wanna know why
It's all there and it's right outside
Come on kick the door and go face the light.
[chorus]
Let's go out tonight
You don't need to be frightened
Don't say it isn't right
Move on, jump in, fall out.
"She's Made of Chalk" by Kashmir is a song that describes an individual's struggle with depression and suicidal thoughts. The lyrics perfectly convey the numbness that one may feel during a depressive episode. The use of imagery, like the butterfly in the hair of the person, the deep ravine and the church made of chalk, add a poetic element to the song. The butterfly representing hope, the deep ravine being the metaphorical pit of depression, and the church made of chalk drawing attention to the fragility of life.
The chorus highlights the need for the person to move on, to not be afraid to take chances and enjoy life. The line "don't say it isn't right" could be an appeal to not be limited by societal expectations and conventions. "Move on, jump in, fall out" can be interpreted as making the most out of life, no matter the consequences. The person is encouraged to let go of their fears and embrace debauchery, indicating that sometimes the most profound changes happen when one is not afraid to let loose.
The lyric "I passed the church on my morning walk, crossed my mind she's made of chalk, and more white than the holy saints but not quite immune to this black malaise" is a reminder that depression can impact anyone, no matter their status, background or appearance. The song ends on a hopeful note, with the encouragement to "come on kick the door and go face the light," conveying the idea that there is always a way out of the darkness.
Line by Line Meaning
A butterfly is in your hair
The presence of nature reminds us of the current season and the changes it brings.
Reminding us it is that time of year
The butterfly serves as a symbol of seasonal changes.
A cool shade and a spot in the sun
There are some things that are desirable, though they are opposites; they are attractive enough no matter the condition.
A cold struggle
Life has its challenges, and some of them can be agonizing.
But the tiresome brawl is won
Despite the difficulties, it is possible to overcome life's hurdles.
How could you talk about suicide
Suicide is a grim reality that should never be taken lightly.
How could you possibly see it as right
Suicide is not a solution, and it is important to seek help when feeling hopeless.
The long road through a deep ravine
The journey of life is full of twists and turns, and the road can be difficult at times.
Is leading out into the sun beams.
However, there is always hope and light at the end of the tunnel.
Let's go out tonight
It is essential to find the courage to go out and experience life.
You don't need to be frightened
Fear can hold us back from experiencing everything life has to offer.
Don't say it isn't right
It is essential to live life for oneself and not let others dictate what is right or wrong.
Move on, jump in, fall out.
Embrace life's challenges and enjoy the journey, even when it is difficult.
The old smoke is coughed away
Leave behind old habits that no longer serve our best interests.
A new breeze is blowing in our way
There is always hope for change and renewal.
Tough luck, you've got to change
Life can be difficult, but sometimes we must change to mature and grow.
For such a long long fall
Change can be a long and challenging process.
You've been out of range.
Perhaps we have been off track, but it's never too late to course-correct.
Look in the mirror, there's still good news
Despite life's difficulties, there is still some good to be found.
Don't need the make up
We do not need to hide behind masks to hide our imperfections and struggles.
You won't look used
We are not our struggles and imperfections; they do not define us.
Can't wake the dead up
No matter what has happened, it's impossible to change the past.
No what you need
What we need is essential to find happiness and fulfillment in life.
Is just a bar and some debauchery.
Sometimes, we need to let loose and have some fun.
I passed the church on my morning walk
The singer is reflecting on their experiences while out walking.
Crossed my mind she's made of chalk
The singer thinks of the fragility of life.
And more white than the holy saints
The fragility of life is present in all of us, more delicate than the religious figures we revere.
But not quite immune to this black malaise
We can all experience depression and despair, no matter how 'saintly' we might appear on the outside.
I grabbed a smile off the midday sky
The artist is struck by the beauty of nature.
Got me thinking, do you wanna know why
The singer is contemplating the purpose and meaning of life.
It's all there and it's right outside
The answers to life's questions are often right in front of us if we take the time to look.
Come on kick the door and go face the light.
Take a chance, embrace life, and face whatever obstacles may come with it.
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Leandro Macias
a butterfly is in your hair
reminding us it is that time of year
a cool shade and a spot in the sun
a cold struggle
but the tiresome brawl is won
how could you talk about suicide
how could you possibly see it as right
the long road through a deep ravine
is leading out into the sun beams.
[chorus]
let's go out tonight
you don't need to be frightened
don't say it isn't right
move on, jump in, fall out.
the old smoke is coughed away
a new breeze is blowing in our way
tough luck, you've got to change
for such a long long fall
you've been out of range.
look in the mirror, there's still good news
don't need the make up
you won't look used
can't wake the dead up
no what you need
is just a bar and some debauchery.
[chorus]
let's go out tonight
you don't need to be frightened
don't say it isn't right
move on, jump in, fall out.
I passed the church on my morning walk
crossed my mind she's made of chalk
and more white than the holy saints
but not quite immune to this black malaise
I grabbed a smile off the midday sky
got me thinking, do you wanna know why
it's all there and it's right outside
come on kick the door and go face the light.
[chorus]
let's go out tonight
you don't need to be frightened
don't say it isn't right
move on, jump in, fall out.
Julian Vickery
"She's Made of Chalk" by Kashmir, Denmark's answer to Radiohead, track 7 from "No Balance Palace", their fifth album released in 2005. https://youtu.be/D2M_HpxrQbY
The album features a duet between Kasper Eistrup and David Bowie on "The Cynic", and Lou Reed on "Black Building", and was produced by Tony Visconti.
Full lyrics
A butterfly is in your hair
reminding us it is that time of year
a cool shade and a spot in the sun
a cold struggle
but the tiresome brawl is won
how could you talk about suicide
how could you possibly see it as right
the long road through a deep ravine
is leading out into the sun beams.
[Chorus]
Let's go out tonight
you don't need to be frightened
don't say it isn't right
move on, jump in, fall out.
The old smoke is coughed away
a new breeze is blowing in our way
tough luck, you've got to change
for such a long long fall
you've been out of range.
look in the mirror, there's still good news
don't need the make up
you won't look used
can't wake the dead up
no what you need
is just a bar and some debauchery.
[Chorus]
Let's go out tonight
you don't need to be frightened
don't say it isn't right
move on, jump in, fall out.
I passed the church on my morning walk
crossed my mind she's made of chalk
and more white than the holy saints
but not quite immune to this black malaise
I grabbed a smile off the midday sky
got me thinking, do you wanna know why
it's all there and it's right outside
come on kick the door and go face the light.
[Chorus]
Let's go out tonight
you don't need to be frightened
don't say it isn't right
move on, jump in, fall out.
Jorge Ibarra
Pasan los años y sigo sin entender cómo es que Kashmir no es reconocida como una de las mejores bandas.
Yeganeh Ahmadi
I love the whole thing; song, lyrics, the video. Love it!
Luke Frederiksen
What an incredibly beautiful video. Great piece of art. We all know the song though, but that definitely doesn't make it any worse. Great song, great video, good start on a dull evening for me!
Leandro Macias
a butterfly is in your hair
reminding us it is that time of year
a cool shade and a spot in the sun
a cold struggle
but the tiresome brawl is won
how could you talk about suicide
how could you possibly see it as right
the long road through a deep ravine
is leading out into the sun beams.
[chorus]
let's go out tonight
you don't need to be frightened
don't say it isn't right
move on, jump in, fall out.
the old smoke is coughed away
a new breeze is blowing in our way
tough luck, you've got to change
for such a long long fall
you've been out of range.
look in the mirror, there's still good news
don't need the make up
you won't look used
can't wake the dead up
no what you need
is just a bar and some debauchery.
[chorus]
let's go out tonight
you don't need to be frightened
don't say it isn't right
move on, jump in, fall out.
I passed the church on my morning walk
crossed my mind she's made of chalk
and more white than the holy saints
but not quite immune to this black malaise
I grabbed a smile off the midday sky
got me thinking, do you wanna know why
it's all there and it's right outside
come on kick the door and go face the light.
[chorus]
let's go out tonight
you don't need to be frightened
don't say it isn't right
move on, jump in, fall out.
chicapercebe
I love so much this song
Oliver Wille
Unbelievable - just 136k times watched in nearly ten years. Great song!
Nick Brutanna
too few people know of Kashmir
Julian Vickery
Moments to live for!
superjugy
didn't spect that ending. love the song so much!
Octavio Saldivar Soto
sounds fresh, remember me 2000's