In parallel to his partnership with Dorfmeister, Peter Kruder has always followed his solo projects. After the Kruder and Dorfmeister releases "DJ Kicks" (!K7, 1996) and "K&D Sessions" (!K7, 1998) became global bestsellers, he followed up with his solo project Peace Orchestra. Peace Orchestra is also the title of an album recorded by Kruder and released to critical acclaim in 1999. The album's most well-known track is "Who Am I", which received a great deal of exposure through its use in the The Wachowskis' Animatrix project alongside tracks by Photek, Death in Vegas and Juno Reactor. It was also used in the movies Stay (2005), and Memento (Christopher Nolan, 2000).
An album of Peace Orchestra remixes by such artists as Gotan Project, Chateau Flight, Beanfield, DJ DSL and Trüby Trio was released in 2002, entitled Reset. In addition to releasing under the "Peace Orchestra" moniker Peter Kruder´s solo remixes were in demand by artists like Bebel Gilberto, Fauna Flash and various other artists. With Fauna Flash - Munich DJs and producers Christian Prommer and Roland Appel - Kruder kicked off the Voom:Voom project in 2001.
Who Am I?
Peace Orchestra Lyrics
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Are we more than strangers passing by?
Is this your dream are you in mine?
Are we really here or lost in time?
Will you be friend or lover
Show me the heart you conceal
Now is the time to discover
If this feeling we're feeling is real
Just one kiss will tell us who we are
Will you be friend or lover?
Show me the heart you conceal
Now is the time to discover
If this feeling we're feeling is real
So close to love and yet so far
Just one kiss will tell us who we are
The lyrics to Peace Orchestra's song "Who Am I?" explore the ideas of identity, connection, and the precariousness of relationships. The song begins with a series of questions that suggest a sense of uncertainty and ambiguity between the singer and the person they are addressing. The repeated refrain of "Who are you, who am I?" reinforces this confusion, as the two individuals seem to be "strangers passing by." The lyrics suggest that the singer is unsure whether the other person is experiencing the same reality or if they are "lost in time."
As the chorus progresses, the singer becomes more vulnerable and asks the other person to reveal themselves to him/her. They wonder if the other person can be a friend or a lover, and implore them to "show me the heart you conceal." This search for connection continues into the second verse, where the singer becomes more hopeful about the relationship. They suggest that the time is right to "discover if this feeling we're feeling is real," and that they are "so close to love and yet so far." The song concludes with a sense of potential, as the singer suggests that "just one kiss will tell us who we are."
Overall, "Who Am I?" is a thoughtful and introspective exploration of the complexities of human connection. The lyrics suggest that relationships are often marked by ambiguity and uncertainty, but that there is always the possibility of finding genuine connection and understanding if we are willing to reveal our true selves to one another.
Line by Line Meaning
Who are you, who am I?
Do we truly know each other or ourselves?
Are we more than strangers passing by?
Is there something deeper between us than just casual acquaintanceship?
Is this your dream are you in mine?
Are we experiencing a shared reality or is this just one person's imagination?
Are we really here or lost in time?
Are we present in the moment or caught up in some abstract existence?
Will you be friend or lover
Is our connection platonic or romantic?
Show me the heart you conceal
Reveal your true intentions and desires to me.
Now is the time to discover
Let's explore our feelings and find out what is real.
If this feeling we're feeling is real
Let's determine if our emotions are genuine.
So close to love and yet so far
Our relationship is on the cusp of becoming romantic but has not quite reached that point.
Just one kiss will tell us who we are
A simple act of intimacy can reveal the true nature and potential of our connection.
Contributed by Madison S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Klemens Dickbauer
It's been 16 months now that I have been to a performance of Kruder & Dorfmeister in Vienna's Konzerthaus. They brought a version of this track; I immedately had your superb visualization before my mind's eye. Cultural stunning experience…
Klanghousechris
Thank you very much!
shkoro
song is simply A masterpiece!
RM 713
Heard this years ago. Great to hear it again. Don't know that I am any where nearer knowing Who I am.
Z. Flå
This song has long both haunted and enchanted me. Great video.
ondrejs2
Brilliant job, matches the music perfectly. Enjoyed it very much :)
Klanghousechris
Its been a while that i passing by here and i am really stunned of all your nice comments!! Thank You so much to all of you!!
Randy Colby
+Klanghousechris First time viewer here. Very nice work. You should really stick with the video editing. Your work is very good.
Klanghousechris
THX all for the great comments and of course thank Peter Kruder for his great track!
Matt Alvarez
Kudos on the filming dude! Very well done!