In April 2003 the band had their first performance as support act for After Forever, and remained that band's support for a year. They attracted record company interest and signed for small Dutch label Ebony Tears in November 2003. In November 2004 Nemesea released their debut album "Mana" (meaning 'the magical power of things, given by the gods'), and they later toured the Netherlands and Belgium until December 2005. By this time they were well established in the Nordic European symphonic metal scene. For their second album, Nemesea had talks with some major record labels, but they later decided to sign up to the Dutch crowdsourcing website SellaBand. They were the first band to raise more than $50,000 from the fans, and the album, called "In Control", was released on June 21, 2007. A distribution deal was made with Rough Trade Records to bring the new album to music stores in Benelux on October 26, 2007.
Nemesea released their 3rd studio album through Napalm records called The Quiet Resistance on 18-11-2011
Nemesea also released a remixed and remastered version of their live album Pure live@P3.
Nemesea added Lasse Delbrugge (ex-Orphanage) to their lineup as keyboard player in 2009.
It was announced that Manda Ophuis on August 1,2016 that she will quit being the singer instead to focus on her education job with highly gifted children. On May 19th 2017, it was announced that Sanne Mieloo was the band's new vocalist. Along with this announcement came the single "Dance in the Fire".
Former members:
• Steven Bouma (drums) (2005-2011)
• Chris Postma (drums) (2002-2005)
• Sander Zoer (drums) (2005-2006)
• Martijn Pronk (guitars) (2002-2007)
• Berto Booijink (keyboards) (2002-2007)
• Manda Ophuis (vocals) (2002-2016)
Official site: www.nemesea.com
Facebook page: www.facebook.com/nemeseaofficial
Hear Me
Nemesea Lyrics
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Descending into quicksand
Disguise, closed eyes
Carry on as it's falling away from you
Locked up, inside
Don't let them steal it from you
You hide your pride
Hear me, don't you understand?
Hear me, don't you understand?
No fight, hands tied
Control, it's your domain
You'll try this lie
Carry on as it's falling away from you
Rely and thrive
On that what keeps you floating
Deny your light
Hold back, keep breaking and breaking yourself
Hear me, don't you understand?
Hear me, don't you understand?
Hello, hello, hello, hello, hey you
Hello is it you?
Hello, hello, hello, hello, hey you
Hello is this you?
Hello, hello, hello, hello, hey you
Am i getting through?
Hello, hello, hello, hello, hey you
I've got a message for you, you, you
Running running running running around
Falling falling down
Fade in, fade out, got lost without a sound
Is this the way it should be?
Hear me, why don't you understand
And take my hand?
Hear me, why don't you understand?
The lyrics of Nemesea's song "Hear me" portrays the message of holding on to one's beliefs and identity amidst difficult circumstances. The first verse talks about the feeling of giving up, giving into the pressure and losing oneself. "Resign, recline" indicates the sense of surrender, and "Descending into quicksand" refers to the feeling of being pulled down by forces beyond one's control. "Disguise, closed eyes" talks about hiding one's identity to avoid harm, and "Carry on as it's falling away from you" depicts the idea of persevering despite the challenges.
The second verse talks about the internal struggle of holding on to one's values and not letting anyone take them away. "Locked up, inside" refers to feeling trapped and not being able to express oneself. "Don't let them steal it from you" emphasizes the importance of preserving one's values and beliefs, even in the face of adversity. "You hide your pride, Hold back, keep breaking and breaking yourself" talks about suppressing one's emotions and causing harm to oneself.
The chorus "Hear me, don't you understand?" is a plea for someone to listen and acknowledge the pain and struggle. The line "No fight, hands tied" shows the feeling of helplessness and having no control over the situation. "Control, it's your domain" contrasts this notion and emphasizes the importance of taking control of one's life. "Rely and thrive, On that what keeps you floating, Deny your light, hold back, keep breaking, and breaking yourself" refers to the idea of relying on one's strength and not letting others dim their light.
Overall, the song is about holding on to one's values, identity and not compromising despite the overwhelming pressure to do so.
Line by Line Meaning
Resign, recline
Give up and go back, settle into a comfortable position
Descending into quicksand
Sinking into danger with no escape
Disguise, closed eyes
Hide yourself, pretend everything is okay and ignore the reality
Carry on as it's falling away from you
Keep going even though you're losing everything
Locked up, inside
Feeling trapped inside yourself with no way out
Don't let them steal it from you
Don't let others take your power away from you
You hide your pride
You cover up your sense of self-worth
Hold back, keep breaking and breaking yourself
Limit yourself and damage yourself with negative thoughts
Hear me, don't you understand?
Listen carefully to what I'm saying, can't you comprehend?
No fight, hands tied
Unable to defend yourself or fight back
Control, it's your domain
You have the power to control your life, don't let it go
You'll try this lie
You'll attempt to deceive yourself even though you know it's not true
Rely and thrive
Depend on what makes you strong and flourish
On that what keeps you floating
Keep going with what's keeping you from drowning
Deny your light
Refuse to let your true self shine through
Hello, hello, hello, hello, hey you
Attention, attention, attention, attention, calling out to you
Hello is it you?
Are you really there, can you hear me?
Am I getting through?
Am I successfully communicating with you?
I've got a message for you, you, you
I have something important to say to you
Running running running running around
Frustratingly busy and constantly moving
Falling falling down
Spiraling downwards and losing control
Fade in, fade out, got lost without a sound
Gradually disappeared without any indication or warning
Is this the way it should be?
Is this really what life is supposed to be like?
Hear me, why don't you understand
Pay attention to me, why can't you grasp what I'm saying?
And take my hand?
Accept my help and guidance
Hear me, why don't you understand?
Listen to me, why is it so hard for you to comprehend?
Writer(s): Sonny Onderwater, Manda Ophuis, Hendrik-Jan de Jong
Contributed by Isabella P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Saje3D
Huh... I like the video. Teases us with the recognition she’s as beautiful as her voice, but never feeds that particular beast. And she certainly doesn’t look beautiful in the face paint, which may also be the point.
Compelling and revolting all at once. Very much the point, I think.
Art is supposed to make you feel. Not all those feelings are good.
“Why don’t you understand?”
What don’t we understand? The video, for starters.
@evanwayland
Simply amazing. What a voice, jeeeesus!!!
@protossevolution
This song is amazing! I was very disappointed when I discovered Manda had left the band, and only now I found out there's a new singer with an amazing voice, awesome!
@bittersweetev679
Am I the only one loves everything about this?:D the singer, the music and the video as well. Amazing band!
@protossevolution
Just discovered that there's 2 versions of the song, one with the original singer Manda, and this one with the new singer Sanne. I miss Manda presence in the band, but Sanne voice here is much better: Manda sounds very nasal in her version, Sanne voice sounds much more powerful. The video is a little strange/creepy at first sight, but it had grown on me and now I'm really addicted, it go along with the song very well, oddly fitting.
@MetalMaven
Wonderful song!! Sanne's voice feels right at home here!
@SymphonicmetalTV
I like this version.
@jonarvaez8232
In love with both versions
@matthieulafleurdeschamps8376
I f** love the way Sanne makes this song her own. The lady can SING !!!
Yeah it may sound weird at first when you compare to Manda's version, but this one is good also, just different :)
Good job Nemesea, as always. Can't wait for more new stuff with Sanne :)
@tlrptg
this song is perfect for driving with maximum speed over zombies.
@isselasantina3773
OMG YES