Over the years their exciting blend of Scottish and Irish music has appealed to audiences all over Great Britain, Europe, Scandinavia, Australia, Canada and the United States. For nine consecutive years, North Sea Gas attracted large audiences to concerts held during the Edinburgh Festival.
In 1993, the band received both the Gold and Silver Disc awards from the Scottish Music Industry for their album "Caledonian Connection". This was followed in 1994 and 1995 by Silver Disc awards for albums "Keltic Heritage" and "Live from Edinburgh" making it three in a row. 1996 has seen their album "Scottish Destiny" attain yet another Silver Disc Award.
In the spring of 2000 their album "Spirit of Scotland" was released and the fall of 2002 marked the release of the band's 12th album, "Dark Island", which received the band's 6th Silver Disc. With 2005 celebrating the 25th anniversary of the band, "Lochanside" was released in May. In 2006, North Sea Gas' recordings were added to the Folklore Library, School of Scottish Studies, at the University of Edinburgh. August 2007 saw the release of their album "Rosslyn".
Subsequent albums have included Edinburgh Toon (2009), Tak A Dram Afore Ye Go (2011), When We Go Rolling Home (2017)
More info about the band can be found on their website.
Caledonia
North Sea Gas Lyrics
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The changes that have come over me
In these last few days I've been afraid
That I might drift away
I've been telling old stories, singing songs
That make me think about where I've came from
That's the reason why I seem
So far away today
Let me tell you that I love you
and I think about you all the time
Caledonia, you're calling me, now I'm going home
if I should become a stranger
now would make me more than sad
Caledonia's been everything I've ever had
Well I have moved and kept on moving
Proved the points that I needed proving
Lost some friends that I needed losing
Found others on the way
I have kissed the ladies and left them crying
Stolen dreams, yes, there's no denying
I´ ve traveled hard, with conscience flying
Somewhere with the wind
Let me tell you that I love you
and I think about you all the time
Caledonia, you're calling me, now I'm going home
if I should become a stranger
now it would make me more than sad
Caledonia's been everything I've ever had
Well I'm sitting here beside the fire
In empty room, the forest choir
The flames that couldn´t, get any higher
They've withered, now they've gone
But I'm steady thinking, my way is clear
And all what I must do tomorrow
When the hands are shaken, and the kisses flown
Then I will disappear
Let me tell you that I love you
ans I think about you all the time
Caledonia, you're calling me, now I'm going home
if I should become a stranger
now that it would make me more than sad
Caledonia's been everything I've ever had
Let me tell you that I love you
and I think about you all the time
Caledonia, you're calling me, now I'm going home
if I should become a stranger
now that it would make me more than sad
Caledonia's been everything I've ever had
The song Caledonia by North Sea Gas is a heartfelt ballad about a man's love for his homeland and his desire to return home. The song expresses his fears of losing touch with his roots and drifting away from the things that matter most to him. He reflects on his journey through life, the people he has met, the loves he has lost, and the challenges he has faced.
The lyrics suggest a sense of restlessness and longing, as the singer feels incomplete and disconnected from his true identity. The chorus is a passionate declaration of his love for Caledonia, the poetic name for Scotland, and his yearning to be back in the place where he belongs. The imagery of a lonely traveler sitting by the fire, surrounded by memories of his past, adds to the emotional intensity of the song.
The song is a tribute to the singer's deep attachment to his homeland, and it celebrates the beauty and spirit of Scotland. The lyrics express a universal sentiment of homesickness and nostalgia that resonates with people from all cultures and backgrounds. Overall, Caledonia is a moving tribute to the power of home and a reminder of the importance of staying connected to one's roots.
Line by Line Meaning
well I don't know if you can see
I'm not sure if you can notice the changes in me
The changes that have come over me
I have undergone some drastic changes lately
In these last few days I've been afraid
I've been feeling scared recently
That I might drift away
That I might distance myself from what I hold dear
I've been telling old stories, singing songs
I've been reminiscing old memories and singing nostalgic tunes
That make me think about where I've came from
Which reminds me of my roots
That's the reason why I seem
That's why I may appear
So far away today
Distanced from the present moment
Let me tell you that I love you
I want to express my love for you
and I think about you all the time
You're constantly on my mind
Caledonia, you're calling me, now I'm going home
My beloved Caledonia is beckoning me to return home
if I should become a stranger
If I ever become unfamiliar to you
now would make me more than sad
It would break my heart
Caledonia's been everything I've ever had
My homeland Caledonia means everything to me
Well I have moved and kept on moving
I've been traveling extensively
Proved the points that I needed proving
Challenged myself and proved my worth
Lost some friends that I needed losing
I've let go of some friendships that were not worth keeping
Found others on the way
I've also made new friends along the way
I have kissed the ladies and left them crying
I have been involved in failed relationships with women
Stolen dreams, yes, there's no denying
I've also experienced disappointment and shattered dreams
I´ve traveled hard, with conscience flying
I've traveled extensively with a clear conscience
Somewhere with the wind
Going wherever the wind takes me
Well I'm sitting here beside the fire
I'm sitting beside the fire
In empty room, the forest choir
In an empty room listening to the sounds of the forest
The flames that couldn´t, get any higher
The flames of the fire have now subsided
They've withered, now they've gone
The fire has died down
But I'm steady thinking, my way is clear
But I am confident that I know the path I must take
And all what I must do tomorrow
All the things I need to accomplish tomorrow
When the hands are shaken, and the kisses flown
When partings are imminent and goodbyes have been exchanged
Then I will disappear
I will depart
Writer(s): Douglas Menzies Maclean, Fleecy Moore
Contributed by Adam D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Daisy Dee
It’s a fair few years since I heard you performing live but I love this live and recorded
Francette Vigneron
so beautiful and moving rendition.
Grace&Justice
This is quite glorious - thank you!!
Streams of tears - my Mum just died, and she loved Scotland so much,
knew every picnic places, did all the walks - aaaah . . .! Sniff! Sniff!
Raffael Tausend
We were there in their concert in germany! It was so awesome! We bought their CD ans this is our favourite song.
K Jacques
Was so lucky to see them at Tupelo in Londonderry, NH. Fantastic group.
killiekentman
great version. reminds me of home so far away.
Truth-or-bullsit
Classic Scottish tune🏴🏴
cobrob57
It's got to be my favourite...ish !! I could mention a few more that are my favs as well.....BEAUTIFUL xxx
Laurie Edwards
Beautiful.
John Mason
Fond memories of Platform One at The Cally.
Thanks lads, they were good nights