(A. A Czech contemporary b… Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one artist with this name:
(A. A Czech contemporary band
(B. A Brazillian female-fronted metal band
(C. A Chilean funk/acid jazz/disco band http://www.facebook.com/mataharisoul
(D. A Boston / Merrimack Valley Hardcore band www.myspace.com/mataharima
(E. A Reggae Band from Indonesia. Catch 'em here http://www.facebook.com/pages/Matahari-Reggae-Band/77540950927
Matahari is a Czech band originated betweeen April and May 2001, its contemporary music style and members crystallized out through the years. From the hard beginning of this band is Žántí the main singer.
Along its producing the band signed contract with MEDIATACK, whereas this cooperation was very short - no beginning, no end. This band cut some music videos which are possible to watch on TV Óčko or on ČT2 in the programme Velká noční hudba. Matahari has won several awards like the first places in Broumovská kytara 2005 (from fans and the jury), then they were in semi-finale in Nová krev 2006 or in Múza 2006.
In the year 2003 they have taken part in Represent Tour of the band Lety mimo, in the year 2007 supported before the concert of the band Krucipüsk throught the April "Ahoj tour", then american Dog Eat Dog, german H-Blockxs, Jana Kratochvílová or the band Harmful, whose member is Billy Gould from the band Faith No More.
In November 2007 Matahari cut a record in SONO studio under production of Milan Cimfe (Kabát, Čechomor, Krucipüsk...) The debuted album "Jistota se houpá", which called after the phrase in the song 13. komnata, included 13 compositions.
This debut is coming in January 2008 as a insertion in the music magazine REPORT.
December 2010 released 2nd official album "Šapito iluzí" and new video "Praha je láska i svině" (Prague is Love and Swine).
Official website www.matahari.cz
(B. Bristly, coarse and unflinching, serving of edgy female poprock takes the poppy and punky influences of Garbage, No Doubt and Blondie and mutates them into a personal, memorable breed of accessibility with brutally honest, "badass" chick rock. Keeping it interesting by playing with beat and rhyhtm, structure and the moments of musical pay-off, Matahari is an alternative rock group fronted by female vocalist Ivona Coufalova, their sound is a blend of contemporary pop, punk, rock and techno. Matahari's lyrics are intriguing set to dark driving rhythms and upbeat grooves. Ivona is a passionate vocalist and the band is hard driving utilizing rock rifts with an electronic edge. The CD opens with 'Scream Out Love' that combines stimulating techno tones with a heavy beat leading to the powerful hook belted out by Coufalova. It is followed by another rocker 'Sugar', which is clever lyrically and edgy in execution. 'Over Now' melds varied tempos with dramatic pauses. The song is dark and driving. Matahari, named after a World War I female spy, is aptly named as they combine modern mystery with musical magic! author: Laura T Lynch of Kweevak.com, Tamara Turner, CD Baby.com
over now
Matahari Lyrics
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When I wanted to clean my filthy mind
It's starting to get old
Dragging around this ball and chain
And now it's time to move on
And you're not invited to come along
It's time for you to be erased
It's over now, oh
It's time for you to be replaced
There's no need to beg
So get off your knees and bow your head
'Cause I'm the best you've had
It was a whole lot of fun, but now I'm done
And now it's time to move on...
It's not that I don't think you're special
It's just that you don't really measure
'Cause all you think about are the millions of things that get you off
I'm done holding your hand
I'm going to cut this ball and chain
Has anyone told you you're too vain
You're living your life in a breakdown lane
And your looks are your only claim to fame
It's over now, oh...
The lyrics of Matahari's "Over Now" express a sense of frustration and disappointment with a past relationship. The singer addresses their former partner, questioning their whereabouts on a night when the singer needed emotional support. The singer reflects on the relationship as a ball and chain, suggesting it was burdensome and oppressive. It is clear that the singer has made the decision to move on, stating that the former partner is not invited to join them on their journey forward. The chorus emphasizes this sense of closure and finality, with the singer declaring that it is time for the former partner to be erased and replaced.
The second verse suggests a deeper issue with the former partner beyond just their absence on a single night. The singer suggests that the former partner's fixation on their own desires and pleasures was a significant problem in the relationship. Despite acknowledging the former partner's uniqueness, the singer ultimately decides to end the relationship because they do not measure up to some unknown standard. The final lines of the song further criticize the former partner by stating that their looks are their only claim to fame, and that they are living their life in a breakdown lane. The song ends with a final declaration of closure, punctuated by the repetition of the chorus.
Line by Line Meaning
Where were you last night
I needed someone to talk to and you were absent.
When I wanted to clean my filthy mind
I had disturbing thoughts and needed help processing them.
It's starting to get old
I'm tired of waiting for you to change.
Dragging around this ball and chain
I feel weighed down by the burden of our relationship.
And now it's time to move on
I need to end things and start anew.
And you're not invited to come along
I don't want you to be a part of my future.
It's over now, oh
Our relationship has officially ended.
It's time for you to be erased
I need to forget about you and move on.
It's time for you to be replaced
I need to find someone new to fill the void.
There's no need to beg
Don't plead with me to stay, it's not going to work.
So get off your knees and bow your head
Stop groveling and accept that it's over.
'Cause I'm the best you've had
I was superior to your past partners.
It was a whole lot of fun, but now I'm done
Our relationship was enjoyable while it lasted, but it's time to end it.
It's not that I don't think you're special
You are important to me, but that's not enough to continue our relationship.
It's just that you don't really measure
You don't meet the standards I have for a partner.
'Cause all you think about are the millions of things that get you off
You are only focused on your own pleasure.
I'm done holding your hand
I don't want to provide emotional support anymore.
I'm going to cut this ball and chain
I'm going to end this relationship that's weighing me down.
Has anyone told you you're too vain
You are excessively self-centered.
You're living your life in a breakdown lane
You are headed towards a mental or emotional collapse.
And your looks are your only claim to fame
You only value yourself for your appearance.
It's over now, oh...
Our relationship is over and there's no turning back.
Contributed by John J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.