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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on the road again
Katchafire Lyrics
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Just can't wait to get on the road again
The life I love is makin' music with my friends
And I can't wait to get on the road again
On the road again
Goin' places that I've never been
Seein' things that I may never see again,
And I can't wait to get on the road again.
On the road again
Like a band of gypsies we go down the highway
We're the best of friends
Insisting that the world be turnin' our way
And our way
Is on the road again
Just can't wait to get on the road again
The life I love is makin' music with my friends
And I can't wait to get on the road again
On the road again
Like a band of gypsies we go down the highway
We're the best of friends
Insisting that the world be turnin' our way
And our way
Is on the road again
Just can't wait to get on the road again
The life I love is makin' music with my friends
And I can't wait to get on the road again
And I can't wait to get on the road again
Katchafire's song "On the Road Again" is a joyful ode to the life of a traveling musician. The lyrics speak to the excitement of hitting the open road and traveling with friends in search of new experiences. The singer expresses his love for making music and the thrill of performing for audiences all over the world. He notes that this lifestyle allows him to see and experience things that he may never have had the opportunity to otherwise. The song has a carefree and optimistic tone, emphasizing the joys of living in the moment and pursuing one's passions.
The imagery of the band as a group of gypsies is particularly poignant, as it recalls a romanticized notion of a wandering, free-spirited existence. The idea of insisting that the world be "turning our way" suggests a determination to chase one's dreams regardless of circumstances or obstacles. The repeated refrain of "on the road again" creates a sense of anticipation and excitement, underscoring the idea that the journey is just as important as the destination. Overall, the lyrics celebrate the power of music to bring people together and create a sense of shared purpose and joy.
Line by Line Meaning
On the road again
Starting a journey once again
Just can't wait to get on the road again
Excitement and eagerness to start the journey
The life I love is makin' music with my friends
The joy of making music with close friends is the best way of life
And I can't wait to get on the road again
Reiterating excitement and eagerness to start the journey
Goin' places that I've never been
Exploring new and unknown places
Seein' things that I may never see again
Witnessing sights that may not be seen again
Like a band of gypsies we go down the highway
Travelling like a nomadic group down the open road
We're the best of friends
The group shares a bond of strong friendship and companionship
Insisting that the world be turnin' our way
Desire to live life on their own terms and not on the world's terms
And our way
Their personal way of life
Just can't wait to get on the road again
Repeating eagerness to start the journey
And I can't wait to get on the road again
Repeating excitement and eagerness to start the journey
Contributed by Savannah B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.