After notching up six studio albums, several chart-topping singles, a string of awards and countless sold-out gigs, Prime Circle have earned their status as South African rock royalty. Now they are also making strong inroads into the European market, gigging intensively and being playlisted on German radio – and to crown it all, the band is headlining major German rock festivals.
In mid-2016, Prime Circle's single Ghosts reached the top 150 of Germany’s weekly airplay charts. This came on the back of performing at mega-events such as Rock im Revier, Rockavaria and Rock in Vienna in Germany and Austria alongside Iron Maiden and Iggy Pop, to promote their first official European release, Let the Night In – Deluxe Edition. Prime Circle were also the headline act at the Kieler Woche, the world’s leading sailing event, as well as Hamburg Harley Days – the biggest annual Harley Davidson gathering in Germany. They also took their powerful live act to football audiences at the UEFA Champions League Festival in Milan.
Between July and September, Prime Circle were booked to open as special guests for Berlin superstars The BossHoss during a succession of German festival dates. And in August, the band was invited to headline the Rock Auf Der Berg Königstein and the Pflasterfest in Hameln, also in Germany – an outstanding achievement and a fitting tribute to their persistent hard work and dedication.
Formed in Witbank, Mpumalanga, in 2001, Prime Circle have demonstrated unparallelled staying power with a dynamic signature sound that continues to evolve in exciting, progressive directions. The five members have shown it is possible to be a successful and enduring South African rock act by constantly challenging themselves while exploring new geographical and musical horizons. Their six albums – Hello Crazy World (2003), Live This Life (2005), All or Nothing (2008), Jeckyll & Hyde (2010), Evidence (2012) and Let the Night In (2014) – have all reached gold or platinum status, morphing in style from commercial, anthemic radio hits to a harder, edgier sound.
Prime Circle have won several South African Music Awards for their albums and music videos, including Best Music Video of the Year at the SAMA XXI category as well as nominated for the MTV Africa Music Awards for Best Pop & Alternative Act and Best Music Video of the Year for their single DOORS off their album Let The Night In. The band was also nominated for Best Artist in African Rock at the All Africa Music Awards.
Over the past few years, they have taken their well-crafted tunes and powerful live energy to international markets while not forgetting their massive South African fan base. They have toured extensively throughout Europe, including the United Kingdom, France, the Netherlands, Belgium, Austria, Italy, Spain and Switzerland – as well as Germany, which is fast becoming the band’s second home. Says singer-songwriter Ross Learmonth: “Without the fans, we would be nothing. And I don’t ever want to do anything else. Creating music for a living is a privilege, and we never forget that.”
Doors
Prime Circle Lyrics
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i hope yu find the world youve wanted,
to find out what it means to be,
told ill be free and unfold,
cant always do judt what your told,
youll never know untill youve started,
so reach out and let it in oh everything now,
im doing my best somehow,
but nothing can stop me,
iv seen this amillion times before,
fallen and finished but still want more,
dont you know if you open two open doors,
dont stop believing i know what you feeling,
come in and feel the warmth against your skin,
feel the world ripple over,
well somethings been forsaken, control all the world that were in,
im doing my best somehow,
im trying but dont know how,
but nothing can stop me,
iv seen this amillion times before,
fallen and finished but still want more,
dont you know if you open two open doors,
dont stop believing i know what you feeling.
The lyrics of Prime Circle's song "Doors" are about taking risks and stepping into the unknown in order to find oneself and achieve freedom. The song encourages the listener to step out of their comfort zone and explore the world, to not always follow what they are told, and to pursue their dreams.
The repetition of "im doing my best somehow, im trying but donno how, but nothing can stop me" throughout the song is a powerful reminder that even though the journey may be difficult and unknown, perseverance and determination can lead to success.
The line "dont you know if you open two open doors" is a direct reference to the saying "when one door closes, another one opens". The song reinforces the belief that every obstacle creates an opportunity for growth and something better.
Overall, the lyrics of "Doors" are a motivational message about taking chances, having faith in oneself, and pursuing one's dreams.
Line by Line Meaning
so long i hope you find yourself out there,
I bid you farewell and hope that you discover your true self in this journey of life.
i hope yu find the world youve wanted,
I hope you discover the world you have always longed for.
to find out what it means to be,
To discover the true essence of existence.
told ill be free and unfold,
Believing that I will be free and be able to fully express myself.
cant always do judt what your told,
One cannot always follow orders blindly.
youll never know untill youve started,
One can't experience something until they start doing it.
so reach out and let it in oh everything now,
One should embrace everything and accept life as it is.
im doing my best somehow,
Despite the challenges, I am trying my hardest.
im trying but donno how,
I am trying my best, but I don't know how to overcome this challenge.
but nothing can stop me,
Despite the obstacles, I will not be deterred.
iv seen this amillion times before,
I have experienced similar situations many times before.
fallen and finished but still want more,
I might have failed previously, but I still have the desire to achieve success.
dont you know if you open two open doors,
If you take a chance and do something new, then you might open up new opportunities for yourself.
dont stop believing i know what you feeling,
Don't lose hope, because I know what you are going through.
come in and feel the warmth against your skin,
Come closer and experience the warmth and comfort that awaits you.
feel the world ripple over,
Experience the ripple effect that your actions will have on the world.
well somethings been forsaken, control all the world that were in,
We have lost control over some things, but we can still make a difference in the world.
Writer(s): Ross Andrew Learmonth, Marco Sergio Gomes, Dirk Theodorus Bisschoff, Neil Breytenbach, Dale Wayne Schnettler
Contributed by Mia O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@dpatricio100
Prime Circle what a band . You proudly SA , brilliant
@andrebotha2000
Most underated band.
@julianseunajulian
What a BAND!! This song still give me tears everytime! MOST underated band!! PROUDLY South AFRICAN! :)
@tyresewatchthis8025
Listening to this song during corona♨️ "Don't stop believing if you know what you feeling!"
@velisilemkhanzi9656
I keep on repeating this song over and over again,
I love Prime Circle!
@Hendripreto
Proudly South African!
@mikehillravenscall
One of the best rock bands ever! Love them.
@magdadupreez6718
Went to see Prime Circle live at Monte Cassino in December 2022. What an experience !! Amazing🤘
@manivier1
Ich liiiiebe euren Sound .....wie geil.....i still want more :D <3
@Jaggerrrr
I'm the kid in the music video!!