From humble beginnings ‘jamming’ in a garage, Katchafire is a melting pot of unique members, including two generations of one family and diverse musical perspectives – yet this blend is exquisitely aligned with the essence of reggae which can be an expression of social and political persuasions, hardship and pain, relaxation and reflection.
Dubbed New Zealand’s hardest working band by national media, Katchafire have now completed numerous national and seven international tours. The band has moved audiences around the globe with three tours in New Caledonia, one tour in each Fiji and Hawaii and 10 Australian tours.
Now Katchafire are poised to extend their unique reggae style, sound and success to the ‘big two’ – USA/Hawaii and UK/Europe. In July, Katchafire are begin their Hawaii/USA tour playing at Hawaii's biggest summer concert event of the year, the 16th annual Birthday Bash at the Waikiki Shell in Honolulu then onto Kaua'i and Big Island.
London, Wiltshire, Edinburgh, Bristol (where they were the highlight of the world tent @ Ashton Court), Wales and Oxfordshire in England plus Cork and Dublin in Ireland are Katchafire’s destinations on their UK/Europe tour. The USA/Hawaii and UK/Europe tours are a prelude Katchafire’s upcoming release of their third album which is scheduled for release in 2007.
Katchafire’s last two albums have gone double platinum and platinum respectively. Revival went double platinum in New Zealand in 2003 and reached the Top 5 in International Billboard Charts in the US 17 weeks . Katchafire also released six singles from Revival. Slowburning has also gone platinum and is to be released into US/Hawaii markets soon. To date, the band has release three singles from this album.
Highlights from Katchafire’s performances to date include opening and playing alongside The Wailers, Third World, Alpha Blondy, Shaggy, Damian Marley, Renee Geyer, Deceptikonz, Kora, House of Shem, Fat Freddys Drop, Salmonella Dub, Black Seeds and Trinity Roots. The band has also had a strong presence at WOMAD and Big Day Out festivals.
Katchafire’s unique, proudly New Zealand reggae style envelopes cross-cultural and cros-generational audiences in the revitalising vibes of healing music, encouraging sing-alongs and regeneration of soul. The Katchafire flame continues to burn ever brighter and stronger.
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Serious
Katchafire Lyrics
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May I see anybody from your way
May I be there when you want your sunrise
May I take a ring and put it in your hand
Seriouse
We've got to get back on that wagon keep the cool on
Serious
Love your way
love you to
love your all
loving you
Even when you don't let me come right up
Hang on and let me take right up
Love your name
cause you do
anything
for the truth
Even when you're ruling me King Title
Have it when me ring tied up
Any way I need you
Any me any you
Even when you're running me pigstye
How far from me quick dry up
Loving me
cause you do
Anything
For the truth
One thing you doing me King title
yes I have it when me ring tied up
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The lyrics to Katchafire's song Serious seem to revolve around asking for permission and expressing love and devotion. The opening lines, "May I pick a lilly from your daisies, May I see anybody from your way," show a sense of asking for consent and approval to be a part of someone's life. The following lines, "May I be there when you want your sunrise, May I take a ring and put it in your hand," show a desire for commitment and being present in significant moments.
The chorus, "Serious, we've got to get back on that wagon, keep the cool on, Serious, don't let your feet drag on, rise up, don't let the world take it," seems to be a call to action to stay focused and committed to a relationship through the ups and downs of life.
The rest of the lyrics continue to express love and devotion, even in difficult times. "Love your way, love you too, love your all, loving you, Even when you don't let me come right up, Hang on and let me take right up," shows a willingness to persevere through challenges and conflicts.
Overall, the lyrics of "Serious" express a desire for a committed and loving relationship, with a reminder to stay focused and dedicated even when things get difficult.
Line by Line Meaning
May I pick a lilly from your daisies
May I have a piece of your beauty and goodness
May I see anybody from your way
May I be allowed to meet your loved ones and friends
May I be there when you want your sunrise
May I be there to witness and share your happy moments
May I take a ring and put it in your hand
May I pledge my commitment and love to you by giving you a ring
Seriouse
Let's be serious and focus on what's important
We've got to get back on that wagon keep the cool on
We need to stay on track, stay calm, and not let ourselves get overwhelmed
Don't let your feet drag on rise up don't let the world take it
Don't let yourself feel defeated, rise up and take control of your life
Love your way
I love the way you are and what you bring to my life
love you to
I love you too
love your all
I love everything about you, your personality, your character, your quirks
loving you
I am in love with you and everything you represent
Even when you don't let me come right up
Even when you may be distant or hesitant towards me, I will still love you
Hang on and let me take right up
Hold on and let me be there for you, support you, and lift you up
Love your name
I love everything about you, even your name
cause you do
Because of who you are and what you mean to me
anything
I am willing to do anything for you, to make you happy and support you
for the truth
In the name of honesty, loyalty, and authenticity
Even when you're ruling me King Title
Even when you are in charge or leading the relationship, I will respect you and follow your lead
Have it when me ring tied up
I am committed to you and will always be there for you, even when times get tough
Any way I need you
I need you in every way possible, emotionally, spiritually, and physically
Any me any you
You and I together, no matter what happens or what we face
Even when you're running me pigstye
Even when you are trying to push me away or frustrate me
How far from me quick dry up
I will always be there for you, and my love for you will never fade away
Loving me
You loving me is one of the most amazing things that has ever happened to me
One thing you doing me King title
You are treating me like royalty, respecting me, and valuing me
yes I have it when me ring tied up
I am committed to you and will always be by your side, even when times get tough
Contributed by Wyatt V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.