The band originally started off as a hobby, with the name "Mixing Up The Medicine" inspired by lyrics from a Bob Dylan song. The name was a reflection of the wide range of music they played. Their first live performance was at club Mesogios in Thessaloniki. Their concert and party-like live performances, quickly distinguished them among fans and people around Thessaloniki, causing the band to take themselves more seriously.
In 2003 Christos Tresintsis joined ONIRAMA and they began a series of appearances at clubs around Thessaloniki including Mylos, Shark, Rodon Club in Athens and several festivals. In mid 2003, the band renamed themselves ONIRAMA as their band became more of a reality. The name comes from a Greek phrase "Onira Mas" meaning "Our Dreams".
In October 2004, ONIRAMA began appearing at Malt & Jazz with their signature live performances causing talk around Thessaloniki. Around the same time, the band began writing their first album and searching for a record label.
In 2005 they signed with Lyra Records and released their debut album Diskolos Kairos Gia Prinkipes (A tough time for princes) on 7 December 2005. The lead single "O Horos (Klise Ta Matia)" (The Dance, Close your eyes) became a radio hit and gained ONIRAMA popularity, while the second single Mia Mera Tha 'Rtheis" (One day you will come) also became a radio hit.
In the Summer of 2006, they made appearances all over Chalkidiki, while they appeared in Athens all winter long with Antonis Remos. In January 2006, ONIRAMA decided to change things up, and participated in an interactive musical performance directed by Rigos Kostantinos at Theatro Dasous in Thessaloniki. In the performance, the members of the band each unfold another aspect of their characters, while interacting with the audience.
In March 2006, ONIRAMA was nominated for "Best pop band" at the 5th Arion Music Awards, while they also appeared with Ble, Adrianna Babali, Vasilis Papakonstandinou, and Michalis Hatzigiannis.
On February 21, 2007, ONIRAMA collaborated with Antonis Remos for the 4th MAD Secret Concert. At the concert, they sang many English hits, and fans nicknamed the collaboration "OniRemos". In summer 2007, ONIRAMA and Antonis Remos toured Greece together.
For the winter season 2007-2008, ONIRAMA successfully appeared alone at popular Club Cinema Live at Peiraios 130 in Athens with their signature live performances. In March 2008, they entered the studio to record their second studio album.
In June 2008, ONIRAMA released their second album Klepsidra which reached number 1 on the IFPI charts and later was certified gold. The album also placed at number eleven on IFPI's Year-end chart for Top 50 Greek albums of 2008, and number thirteen on the Top 50 Greek and International albums of 2008. The lead single "H Balanta Tou Trellou" (The crazy guy's ballad) instantly became a radio hit. The album also featured their first English song to appear on an album, titled "Maybe Tonight". In June 2008, they appeared at the MAD Video Music Awards. Around the same time, they were also voted the "Next big name" in Greece by MAD TV voters.
Throughout summer 2008, ONIRAMA will be touring all of Greece, while in the winter, they are rumored to appear with Despina Vandi. Also, a major defining point in the group's career was on August 1, where the group performed as the opening act in front of thousands of people for international superstar Lenny Kravitz on his Love Revolution Tour, which was a concert in Athens.
Maybe Tonight
Onirama Lyrics
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Maybe tonight, tonight is the night
Sometimes I fight but if I lose it's alright
Maybe tonight, tonight, tonight
Sometimes the light goes out without saying goodnight
Maybe tonight, tonight is the night
Sometimes this lie seems like the truth when you cry
Why can't you hear me when I call?
Why? I don't know
Why my dreams keep letting go?
Why?
Sometimes inside it's crowded and I can't hide
Maybe tonight, tonight is the night
Sometimes my life holds back and cuts like a knife
Maybe tonight, tonight
Why can't you hear me when I call?
Why? I don't know
Why my dreams keep letting go?
Why?
Why can't you hear me when I call?
Why? I don't know
Why my dreams keep letting go?
Why?
Why can't you hear me when I call?
Why? I don't know
Why my dreams keep letting go?
Why?
The song "Maybe Tonight" by Onirama explores the struggles of a person who is facing challenges in their life and is unsure of how to move forward. The lyrics suggest that sometimes the sky can seem out of reach, but the singer will still try to reach it. They emphasize the importance of not giving up, and that maybe tonight is the night when things will finally turn around.
The singer admits to sometimes feeling crowded inside and unable to hide. They also acknowledge that their life can be difficult and painful, but they remain hopeful that things will get better. The repeated question of "why" suggests a sense of confusion and frustration on the part of the singer. They wonder why their dreams keep slipping away and why they are not heard when they call out for help.
The song's overall message is one of perseverance and hope. Despite the difficulties and uncertainties that the singer faces, they continue to hold on to the belief that things might improve. The repeated refrain of "maybe tonight" suggests that the singer is waiting for a change to occur, and is keeping their spirits up in the meantime.
Line by Line Meaning
Sometimes the sky seems out of reach but I'll try
Even though it may seem impossible, I'll make an effort to reach for the sky
Maybe tonight, tonight is the night
Perhaps tonight will be the night for success and fulfillment
Sometimes I fight but if I lose it's alright
I fight for what I want, but it's okay if I do not succeed
Sometimes the light goes out without saying goodnight
The light fades away without any warning or farewell
Sometimes this lie seems like the truth when you cry
When in distress, even falsehoods may appear as genuine
Why can't you hear me when I call?
I wonder why my calls are not being heard
Why my dreams keep letting go?
I wonder why my dreams slip away
Sometimes inside it's crowded and I can't hide
Sometimes I feel suffocated and unable to conceal my emotions
Sometimes my life holds back and cuts like a knife
My life may sometimes hinder me and cause emotional pain
Contributed by Addison L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
geoforamorio
TONIGHT IS THE NIGHT ΡΕ ΣΥ!!!
kakomoiraioi
i isagogi ine ligo bittersweet symphony...
ysera wannabe
Γ4 για παντα….
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