If ever there was a band that gave life to that weird South African music p… Read Full Bio ↴If ever there was a band that gave life to that weird South African music phenomenon which has everyone who hears their music assuming they are an international act, then Niemand is it.

For months now, the four piece’s melodic rock has dominated airwaves, with songs like “Words”, "All I Have", "The Hardest Thing" and “Simple Truth” easily slipping into the hearts and minds of music fans now rapidly cottoning onto the fact that Niemand is proudly South African – a truly homegrown group that makes music of a global standard.

Joe Niemand’s soaring vocals are the signature that set Niemand apart from their offset. Hailed as one of South Africa’s most promising talents, this award-winning songwriter’s music has been heard in more than 13 countries worldwide.
Jake Odendaal, dynamic lead guitarist and critically acclaimed producer is a force to be reckoned with on stage. Jake lives for the stage where his energy as a performer meets his consummate musicality.
Jake is joined by his brother, Thinus Odendaal, who at 25 has experience in the international arena as the drummer of Tree63, the band awarded the “American Billboard Chart, Christian Song of the year 2004.” Thinus who has recently returned to SA to join Niemand believes that his future lies with Niemand and that the possibilities in this tight unit are indeed endless.

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Words
Niemand Lyrics

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I can't believe how beautiful you are
and I can't explain what you mean to me
but I know you need to hear it
and if you only knew how I try

- But the words don't always come out right
I let them go and
they take flight

cause words will fade like falling stars
But you'll find me in the meaning of my
heart

- I can't describe what words can't justify
and I can't talk to you when you take my breath away but I know you need to hear it
and if you only knew how I try

- but the words don't always come out right
I let them go and
they take flight
words don't always mean the most
yes sometimes words just don't get close

- Words don't mean the things I do
don't wait for words to get you through
cause words will fade like falling stars
but you will find me in the meaning of my heart

- So when I get it wrong

don't let it scar don't let it scar
cause words are sounds that can't even start to sing the melody in my heart

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Niemand's song Words are about the fact that sometimes words are not enough to express how one feels towards another person. The singer expresses how beautiful the person is and how much they mean to them, but the words don't always come out right. The singer attempts to convey their love and admiration, but words don't always mean the most. In the end, the person will find the singer in the meaning of their heart, rather than in the words themselves.

The song captures the difficulty of expressing one's emotions through words. Despite the limitations of language, the singer conveys how much they care about the person, and that even though the words might not always come out right, the feeling behind them is true. This speaks to the power of feelings, which can transcend language.

Overall, the song is a celebration of human emotions and the way they can bring people together. It speaks to the fact that words are just one way of expressing oneself, and that the true meaning of our feelings can only be expressed through acts of love and kindness.

Line by Line Meaning

I can't believe how beautiful you are
You are incredibly beautiful and it's hard for me to believe.

and I can't explain what you mean to me
I cannot find the right words to describe how important you are in my life.

but I know you need to hear it
Even though I struggle to express myself, I know it's essential for you to hear.

and if you only knew how I try
You have no idea how hard I try to find the right words to convey my feelings.

But the words don't always come out right
Sometimes, the words I choose to say do not accurately reflect what I am trying to convey.

I let them go and they take flight
I say things, but they cannot be taken back once they are out there in the open.

cause words will fade like falling stars
The words spoken may lose their importance as time goes by, similar to how shooting stars disappear.

But you'll find me in the meaning of my heart
Instead of focusing on words, you can discover my true self by looking at what's in my heart.

I can't describe what words can't justify
Sometimes, certain emotions or feelings are indescribable with language alone.

and I can't talk to you when you take my breath away but I know you need to hear it
There are times when you leave me speechless, but I still want to express my love for you.

words don't always mean the most
Although words can be meaningful, sometimes they are not the most impactful way to convey emotions or ideas.

yes sometimes words just don't get close
Words don't always accurately capture what is meant to be conveyed.

Words don't mean the things I do
Actions and deeds are sometimes more powerful expressions of emotions than words are.

don't wait for words to get you through
Words may not be enough to get you through certain experiences or situations.

So when I get it wrong, don't let it scar don't let it scar
When the words I say are not right or sufficient, please don't be hurt by it.

cause words are sounds that can't even start to sing the melody in my heart
Although words are sounds, they are incapable of fully conveying the emotions and feelings in my heart.

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