1. Primary (프라이머리), a … Read Full Bio ↴There are at least five artists by this name:
1. Primary (프라이머리), a south Korean hip-hop producer under the label, Amoeba Culture.
2. Japanese doujin music circle, led by yuiko: http://primary-yuiko.com/
3. Primary, a band from Sydney, Australia, featuring former members of Caligula and Def FX and lead singer Connie Mitchell (now Sneaky Sound System), were an electronic-rock band with two released albums, Watching The World (2003) and This Is The Sound (1999).
Tracks such as Vicious Precious, Young and Brazilian attracted national airplay on alternative station Triple J in 1998 and 1999. They toured extensively (including Big Day Out and Homebake) and established a strong reputation for their individual style.
4. PRIMARY is the axiom to their music and the music industry itself. The importance of truth and relevance in the lyrics exist on an emotional plane which continues to be the most powerful element to their success.
PRIMARY the band was formed in the spring of 2003, and played their first live show together summer of the same year. This five piece band continued to work very hard writing songs and performing to packed venues. In the Fall of 2003 PRIMARY started pre-production on their first 5-song demo which included the song titled, “I Don’t Know”. Phoenix, Arizona's own 98 KUPD (Larry Mac) was the first to spin this track off their Demo disc for eight consecutive weeks. The band received wide acclaim for it’s fresh modern style and diverse rhythmic progressions. PRIMARY continued it’s relentless touring schedule, playing many different shows and venues, when in 2004 they met and joined forces with producer Ken Mary of “Sonicphish Studios” (Sonicphish.com) at the NAMM show in Anaheim, California. As soon as producer Ken Mary heard PRIMARY’S Demo, they immediately started working on the full-length CD titled “FEEL THE PAIN”. The CD was said to be an emotional and metaphorical look at real events, through the eyes of each of the members of PRIMARY. The final mix was completed in 2005, mastered by Precision Mastering, then printed. Currently an unsigned band, PRIMARY’s popularity continues to grow rapidly through word of mouth and the buzz they have created on MySpace.com.
5. Primary is a Post-Punk/Dark Punk band from San Francisco, California . https://primarypunx.bandcamp.com/releases
Young
Primary Lyrics
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A man of pure integrity
But underneath I know
That he is weaker than me
Well you can hear me tell him
That he holds it on so strong
But inside he's ready to blow
It's loaded like a memory
And this feeling is more than ever and it comes in slow-mo
I'm a little bit surer than hopeful
I Got a little bit silly in my youth
And I could have been a bigger man
Smaller, well at least I'm not tainted like you.
This beauty's fine she's a call of my disgrace
She make you do anything you would
You could but I'm a little bit dim.
A wee bit crazy in my youth
And I'ma little bit strange
But oh that's better than to be you.
I'm a little bit surer than hopeful
I Got a little bit silly in my youth
And I could have been a bigger man
Smaller, well at least I'm not tainted like you.
And I could have been a bigger man-Smaller,
And I could have been a bigger man-Smaller,
I Got a little bit silly in my youth
And I could have been a bigger man-Smaller,
And I could have been a bigger man-Smaller,
I Got a little bit sille-sille-sille-sillyee...
The lyrics to Primary's song "Young" seem to be a commentary on the facade that some people put up to hide their weaknesses and insecurities. The singer observes a "big, strong man" who appears to be the picture of integrity, but knows that this man is actually "weaker" than him. The man's inner struggles are likened to a loaded gun, ready to "blow" at any moment. The singer seems to be suggesting that it's better to be honest about one's vulnerabilities and flaws instead of trying to maintain a false image of strength.
The song also seems to be a reflection on the singer's own past mistakes and regrets. He admits to having been "a little bit silly" in his youth, but is now "a little bit surer than hopeful." He contrasts himself with someone who is "tainted" and suggests that he has learned from his past experiences and grown into a better person as a result.
Overall, "Young" is a song that encourages honesty and self-awareness. It warns against trying to be someone you're not and suggests that true strength comes from acknowledging and learning from one's weaknesses.
Line by Line Meaning
Here's a big, strong man
Presenting a man who is physically and mentally strong
A man of pure integrity
This person is known for his honesty and moral principles
But underneath I know
Despite his seemingly strong personality, I know
That he is weaker than me
That he has a vulnerability that I don't have
Well you can hear me tell him
I can tell him to his face
That he holds it on so strong
That he puts on a brave face
But inside he's ready to blow
That he is struggling to keep his emotions in check
It's loaded like a memory
His emotions are locked and loaded like a memory
And this feeling is more than ever and it comes in slow-mo
This feeling is stronger than ever and it's happening in slow motion
I'm a little bit surer than hopeful
I'm not just hopeful, I'm also confident
I Got a little bit silly in my youth
I made some mistakes when I was younger
And I could have been a bigger man
I could have been more successful or accomplished
Smaller, well at least I'm not tainted like you.
I may not have achieved as much, but at least I didn't compromise my principles like you did.
This beauty's fine she's a call of my disgrace
This person is attractive but reminds me of a shameful event
She make you do anything you would
She has an irresistible charm that makes people do anything for her
You could but I'm a little bit dim.
You could fall for her but I'm not that gullible
A wee bit crazy in my youth
I was a bit wild and reckless when I was younger
And I'ma little bit strange
I'm still a bit unconventional
But oh that's better than to be you.
But that's still better than becoming someone like you
And I could have been a bigger man-Smaller,
I could have been more accomplished or less successful,
And I could have been a bigger man-Smaller,
I could have made different choices in life,
I Got a little bit silly in my youth
I made some mistakes when I was younger
And I could have been a bigger man-Smaller,
I could have lived a different life,
And I could have been a bigger man-Smaller,
I could have made other choices,
I Got a little bit sille-sille-sille-sillyee...
I made some silly decisions in the past
Contributed by Nora L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
The Grenglish Show
I bought the single the day it was released and to this day, i still LOVE IT!!!!!!! What a song!
Caffeine Fiend
to anyone interested, Primary's album 'Watching The World' has been added to spotify in Australia.
Paul Jordan
I love the dynamics and energy of this song. Stay YOUNG, everybody!
Kenneth Jansma
Always a great number. Way ahead of their time in Australia
lord flashheart
Definitely ahead of there time
Lisa S
Connie rocks, I sooo wish this band was still going
Malcolm Larri
Got to play drums for them once - what an honor ! Connie was a force of nature
michael probst
Surely someone could put this on Spotify for everyone to enjoy
bezerker5051
@gjpercy : I saw Primary perform live a number of times. In fact, every time they hit Adelaide. And man, were they a kick-ass band. A total shame they split-up. They deserved to on to bigger things for shit sure. I still play their "This is the Sound" CD regularly. Primary should never be forgotten.
Brad Coombe-star
Congratulations on you for discovering this rare,raw Aussie alternate fantastic example if what is out there.i owned this album,believe when I say they had so much more on that album,but I dont own the album anymore but damn I wish I had it.