Klopjag is a South African, Afrikaans folk-rock band formed in Pretoria, Ga… Read Full Bio ↴Klopjag is a South African, Afrikaans folk-rock band formed in Pretoria, Gauteng in 2002. The band's founding members were singer-songwriter and guitarist John-Henry Opperman, cellist Marie-Louise Diedericks, singer-songwriter and guitarist Salmon de Jager and singer-songwriter and guitarist Dawie de Jager. Drummer and percussionist, Werner Griesel joined the band in 2005 and Morné Bam joined the band as bassist in 2006.

Klopjag played their first ever show together on 13 February 2002. Their debut album "13/02" was nominated for a "Geraas" Music Award in 2003, and Musiek vir die Agtergrond was nominated for a SAMA in 2009 while they were playing major festivals like Aardklop and KKNK. The group has always been well received by music critics for their folk-rock lyrical storytelling themes. Their music videos are widespread featured on South African music channels like DStv and MK89. They have made several appearances on tv shows and movies as a band or as band members.

Studio albums
"13/02" (2002)
"15de Laan" (2004)
"Album Drie" (2005)
"5" (2007)
"Musiek vir die Agtergrond" (2008)

Gee
Klopjag Lyrics

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Vat selfs 'n woord
Soos liefde, hartseer of hoop
En bloei net eenkeer
In woorde in strepe alleen
Bou 'n monument
Wat staan, wat skree, wat gee

Dit kan nie te moeilik wees om te laat gaan nie

Dit kan nie te moeilik wees om te verstaan nie
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Gee bene vir die kruppel man
Gee 'n been vir die honger hond
Gee, gee, gee, gee, gee
Gee iets vir die hartseer vrou
Komaan, komaan gee dit nou
Gee, gee, gee, gee, gee

Dit kan nie te moeilik wees om te laat gaan nie
Dit kan nie te moeilik wees om te verstaan nie
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En as jy dit kry
Sal jy weet
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Dit kan nie te moeilik wees om te laat gaan nie
Dit kan nie te moeilik wees om te verstaan nie
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Overall Meaning

In Klopjag's song "Gee", the lyrics express the importance of giving and how it can create a lasting impact. The song starts by emphasizing the power of words, and how a simple word like love or hope can create something meaningful that lasts forever. The verse then moves to building a monument constructed of lines and words that stand, yell, and give. The monument is a metaphor for the significant impact one can have by giving to others, whether it is tangible or intangible.

The chorus reinforces this message by calling on listeners to give to those in need, be it a bone for a hungry dog, or comfort for a sorrowful woman. The repetition of the word "gee" emphasizes the importance of giving generously and without hesitation. The last verse reminds the listener that once you have given to someone, there is no doubt that it was you that made a difference in their life.

Overall, "Gee" is a powerful reminder of the impact that giving can have on the world, and encourages the listener to make a difference in the lives of those around them, regardless of how small or insignificant it may seem.

Line by Line Meaning

Vat selfs 'n woord
Pick a single word, like love, heartache, or hope

Soos liefde, hartseer of hoop
It should be something like love, heartache or hope

En bloei net eenkeer
It should only blossom once

In woorde in strepe alleen
Only in words, in lines alone

Bou 'n monument
Build a monument

Wat staan, wat skree, wat gee
That stands, that shouts, that gives

Dit kan nie te moeilik wees om te laat gaan nie
It shouldn't be too hard to let go

Dit kan nie te moeilik wees om te verstaan nie
It shouldn't be too hard to understand

Dis jy
It's you

Gee bene vir die kruppel man
Give bones to the crippled man

Gee 'n been vir die honger hond
Give a leg to the hungry dog