The unwavering determination of the band members has paid off. This is one of South Africa’s hardest working and most experienced bands. Making an impression from the start in 1995, through the club and festival circuits of South Africa, the four musicians are now reaping the rewards, with sell-out shows and tours.
Their first album, ‘Mean Mr Mustard’, released in 1996, was quickly recognised by the South African public and music industry, winning them a Best New Artist Award for the song “Cant Get Enough” and Best Song Nomination for the track “Waiting for a Miracle” at the First National Bank South African Music Awards in 1997.
The message was clear – this was a band to watch.
Their second album entitled “Only When It Rains”, released in 2000, featured 14 original tracks. It was recorded at G. Music Production Studios in Johannesburg and mastered in London. The title track went to no. 1 on the national radio station, 5FM Music, followed by their second single, “Without You”, which reached no. 2 on the same station.
The band enjoyed success on all regional radio stations too, with No. 1 positions across the board. The songs once again feature the stunning vocal and song-writing talents of front-man Mark Beling. This album was a message of love & understanding and translated into great album sales for the band, plus two awards: a South African Crystal Award in the Best Band Category and another FNB South African Music Award for Best Album.
Their third album entitled “Secret Places”, released in October 2002, took a slightly new musical direction. The songs are more guitar-based with a ‘live’ edge. Although not a live recording, the album gives MMM fans the intense sound and feeling of the live stage performances for which the band has become so well known.
The first single of this album , “Secret Places”, reached no. 1 of 5FM Music and the second single, a cover of '‘Build Me Up Buttercup” has literally become a “National Anthem” in South Africa and still riding high on play-lists on all national and regional stations. Other standout tracks are, “Gonna Be Alright”, ”Higher” and “Waterfalls”.
Gonna Be Alright
Mean Mr Mustard Lyrics
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A little crowded and it's hard to move
A little push and i'll be on my way
I really gotta let you know today
I hope you're gonna let me in
I think I'm falling in love again
If I ever got to say hello
No matter where you take me
That's where I wanna go
Oh no no
No matter where you take me
I'm gonna be alright, be with you all night
Wanna light up the stars in the sky tonight
I'm gonna be alright
Turn out the lights
Tired of being alone, I've got to make you my own
A secret little mystery
Unfolding inside of me
I think I learned a long time ago
Love don't come easy
I've got to let you know
I just can't watch you go
This time i'm making up new memories, yeah
No matter where you take me
That's where I wanna go
Oh no no
No matter where you take me
I'm gonna be alright, be with you all night
Wanna light up the stars in the sky tonight
I'm gonna be alright
Turn out the lights
Tired of being alone, I've got to make you my own
This is my fantasy, yeah
This is my mystery, yeah
You came along, you came along, you came along and freed me
This is my fantasy, yeah
This is my mystery, yeah
You came along, you came along
You know you're what I want yeah
I'm gonna be alright, be with you all night
Wanna light up the stars in the sky tonight
I'm gonna be alright, turn out the lights
Tired of being alone, i've got to make you my own
I'm gonna be alright, be with you all night
Wanna light up the stars in the sky tonight
I'm gonna be alright, turn out the lights
Tired of being alone, i've got to make you my own
This is my fantasy, yeah
This is my mystery, yeah
You came along, you came along, you came along and freed me
This is my fantasy, yeah
This is my mystery, yeah
You came along, you came along
The lyrics of "Gonna Be Alright" by Mean Mr Mustard feature a narrator who is enamored with someone at a crowded gathering, and who hopes to connect with them. The singer declares that they are falling in love again, and that they can't let this opportunity slip away. Despite any obstacles, the singer is determined to pursue this potential love interest and create new memories with them. The song credits this person with freeing the singer and fulfilling their fantasy.
The song captures a feeling of exhilaration and possibility, as well as a nostalgic nod to past heartache. The lyrics may resonate with anyone who has felt a spark of attraction in a crowded room, or who has been wary of love after being hurt before. The upbeat tempo and catchy melody of the song add to its optimistic message of hope and pursuit.
Line by Line Meaning
I see you stand across the room
I notice you standing on the other side of the room
A little crowded and it's hard to move
It's a bit crowded in here, making it difficult to move around
A little push and i'll be on my way
If someone made a little space, I could make my way over to you
I really gotta let you know today
I feel like today is the day I need to express my feelings to you
I hope you're gonna let me in
I hope you'll be receptive to what I have to say
I think I'm falling in love again
I believe I may be developing feelings for you
If I ever got to say hello
If I had the opportunity to say hello to you
I'm never gonna let the moment go
I don't want to miss the chance to talk to you
No matter where you take me
I'm willing to go anywhere with you
That's where I wanna go
I want to go wherever you take me
Oh no no
Just an exclamation to emphasize the previous statement
I'm gonna be alright, be with you all night
I'll feel good and comfortable being with you all night
Wanna light up the stars in the sky tonight
I want our connection to be so strong, it feels like we're lighting up the sky
Turn out the lights
Let's turn off the lights
Tired of being alone, I've got to make you my own
I'm tired of feeling alone and think you might be the solution to that loneliness
A secret little mystery
Something special, unknown, and exciting is brewing inside of me
Unfolding inside of me
Developing and becoming more prominent within me
I think I learned a long time ago
I've come to realize over time
Love don't come easy
Finding love can be challenging
I've got to let you know
I feel compelled to share my feelings with you
I just can't watch you go
I can't bear the idea of you leaving without knowing how I feel
This time I'm making up new memories, yeah
I'm looking forward to creating new positive memories with you
You know you're what I want yeah
I am sure and confident that you're the one I want
This is my fantasy, yeah
Being with you is something I've imagined and fantasized about
This is my mystery, yeah
This person and situation are intriguing and exciting to me
You came along, you came along, you came along and freed me
Meeting you has allowed me to break free from my loneliness and anxiety
I'm gonna be alright, be with you all night
I will be more than okay spending all night with you
Wanna light up the stars in the sky tonight
I want to have a memorable, special evening with you
This is my fantasy, yeah
Being with you is something I've imagined and fantasized about
This is my mystery, yeah
This person and situation are intriguing and exciting to me
You came along, you came along
Meeting you has made a big difference in my life
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Henry Beling
on Free Falling
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