2. Night is a new-school folk band from Nepal. The band uses traditional Nepali instruments to create new sounds. It aims to reintroduce the traditional instruments of Nepal to the modern generation of Nepali-speaking audience.
The band released singles initially, which became highly popular in Nepal. It released its first album, Ani Ukali Sangai Orali in 2014, second album Jhalka Raya Buka in August 2017 and its third album "Ramite-The Music Volume 1" in 2019. The band has established a solid fan base ranging from metalheads to the common man. Some of the band members have composed music for Nepali films such as Chhadke, Jhola and Suntali. Night has performed at the Shambala Festival in August 2015 and 2019, BBC Radio 3 in April 2016 and WOMEX showcase in October 2017, Sommarscen Malmo, EthnoKrakow at 2018. They had also collaborated with A.R. Rahman on the occasion of International Peace Day to produce a musical tribute Ot. Apart from Nepal, Night had also performed in many other countries.
The music of Night is folk-based and echoes the pains of the economically marginalized sections of the society. The band members visit various parts of Nepal and collect folk tunes and instruments. Night aims to promote rare traditional musical instruments through its short documentary series Know Your Instruments on its YouTube channel and live concerts. Some of the Nepali musical instruments used by Night are Sarangi, Piwnacha, Nagara (drums), Dhimay (drums), Paluwa (leaf), Tungna and Flute.
running away
Night Lyrics
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Ticking on
I've been feeling it coming
Got to strive
Because the sky
Is watching as we fall
I have to find a way from here
The light won't take me there
I've been running away
I hear you calling
I've been running away
I can't take anymore
I've been running away
I hear you calling
I can't take anymore
Losing sight
Burning light
Got to keep it form closing
Catch a light from the sky
And have it hear my call
I have to find a way from here
Caught by the tide
The light won't take me there
I've been running away
I hear you calling
I can't take anymore
I've been running away
I hear you calling
I can't take anymore
The lyrics to Night's song Running Away evoke a sense of urgency and desperation. The passage of time is a constant reminder that something needs to be done, that one needs to strive for something. The phrase "caught by the tide" suggests that the singer is in the midst of a difficult situation, unable to escape. The light won't take them there, indicating a sense of hopelessness.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "I've been running away, I hear you calling," suggesting that the singer is running away from someone or something, but also that they are hearing a call to action. The repetition of "I can't take anymore" emphasizes the emotional toll the situation is taking. The bridge of the song emphasizes the need to keep going and not give up, to catch a light from the sky and have it hear their call.
Line by Line Meaning
Time is gone
The time has passed and is irrevocable.
Ticking on
The time is moving forward steadily.
I've been feeling it coming
I have been sensing the approach of something momentous.
Got to strive
I need to put in the effort to make progress.
Because the sky
The overarching universe, or a higher power, is watching over us.
Is watching as we fall
This higher power is monitoring as we face our struggles.
I have to find a way from here
I need to escape my current situation.
Caught by the tide
I am being pulled towards something, unable to resist.
The light won't take me there
Even with guidance, I cannot reach my intended destination.
I've been running away
I have been avoiding confronting my problems or fears.
I hear you calling
I am aware of someone wanting my attention or help.
I can't take anymore
I am at my breaking point and cannot handle any additional pressure.
Losing sight
I am losing my perspective or direction.
Burning light
There is a bright or dangerous situation.
Got to keep it from closing
I need to prevent the situation from getting worse.
Catch a light from the sky
I need to find a source of hope or guidance.
And have it hear my call
I need to be able to reach out for help and have it answered.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Oskar Andersson, Sammy Ouirra, Joseph Max, Linus Fritzson
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