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.”
I'm Ready
Prime Circle Lyrics
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Hope you're prepared for what's to come
'Cause I've been waiting in this moment feels like days and days now
And I'll testify
That I can't contain my point of view
It all comes down to this all that we've been through
This is what we want to do
There's nothing now that can stop us, oh, it's coming right on cue and
I'm ready, I'm ready
I'm ready for this night to come
I'm ready, I'm ready, open up your eyes and see
Ready now
Blinding lights
The feeling as the sun begins to fade
The way it creeps in oh I'm sure you'll understand it
The avenues
Just knowing that it's all about to start
You don't need anything when it comes from the heart
This is right where we have planned
This is what we want to do, now
I'm ready, I'm ready
I'm ready for this night to come
I'm ready, I'm ready, open up your eyes and see
I'm ready, I'm ready (And see)
I'm ready for this night to come (And see)
I'm ready, I'm ready open up your eyes
Constellations everywhere, oh everywhere
Try to stop us, we don't care
We don't care
I'm ready, I'm ready
I'm ready for this night to come
I'm ready, I'm ready open up your eyes, now
I'm ready, I'm ready
I'm ready for this night to come (Now)
I'm ready, I'm ready open up your eyes to see
Just open up your eyes and see it coming down
Like an avalanche of stars that are falling to the ground
And it lights up the sky and it lights up the way we are (Open up your eyes)
You can see it from miles away from here
And it seems like we all just disappear
And I'm so glad that we all have come this far (Open up your eyes)
Constellations everywhere
And we don't care
The lyrics to "I'm Ready" by Prime Circle describe the anticipation and excitement for a special night or event. The singer expresses that he has been waiting for this night for what feels like days and emphasizes the importance and significance of the event. He testifies that he can't contain his point of view, indicating a sense of readiness and confidence. The imagery of "blinding lights" and "constellations everywhere" add to the excitement and anticipation of the night, and the chorus emphasizes the readiness for it to begin. The repetition of "I'm ready" emphasizes the readiness and determination of the singer.
The lyrics convey a sense of optimism, as the singer feels that everything is going according to plan and nothing can stop them from enjoying the night. They encourage the listener to open their eyes and take in the experience, indicating that it's something worth seeing and being a part of. The repetition of "constellations everywhere" at the end of the song adds to a sense of wonder and amazement, as if the night is something magical that can't be missed.
Overall, the song is about being prepared and open to enjoying a special moment or experience. The singer conveys a sense of excitement, anticipation, and determination to fully embrace the night.
Line by Line Meaning
Afternoon
The song is starting off on a time of day, giving the listener an idea of what could be happening at that time.
Hope you're prepared for what's to come
There's something significant coming up soon that could change things for the better or worse, and the singer is hoping that the listener is ready for it.
'Cause I've been waiting in this moment feels like days and days now
The singer has been looking forward to this moment for a long time, and it feels like it's been dragging on for days and days due to anticipation.
And I'll testify
The singer is giving their solemn word that what they're about to say is true.
That I can't contain my point of view
The singer feels very strongly about what they're about to talk about and can't keep their opinion to themselves.
It all comes down to this all that we've been through
Everything that has happened has culminated in this moment, and the singer is emphasizing how important it is.
This is right where we have planned
The singer and whoever they're addressing have planned and possibly worked hard for this moment, and it's unfolding just as they envisioned.
This is what we want to do
The singer is making it clear that they and the person they're addressing are doing what they've worked and wanted to do.
There's nothing now that can stop us, oh, it's coming right on cue and
The singer is saying that they're right on schedule and nothing can prevent them from doing what they've set out to do.
I'm ready, I'm ready
The singer is confidently communicating that they're primed and anxious to tackle what's ahead.
Blinding lights
Something intense, possibly even overwhelming, is happening, and the singer is using this metaphor to describe it.
The feeling as the sun begins to fade
The sun setting signifies the end of the day and the start of something new, and the singer is feeling something compelling as this happens.
The way it creeps in oh I'm sure you'll understand it
The singer is assuring the listener that they'll know exactly what they mean when they experience what's to come.
The avenues
The opportunities and ways forward are opening up, and the singer is excited about the possibilities.
Just knowing that it's all about to start
The singer is anticipating that this will be the beginning of something great and is emphasizing how eager they are to begin.
You don't need anything when it comes from the heart
The singer is emphasizing that when something is driven by genuine passion and desire, minimal external factors are necessary to make it successful or valuable.
Constellations everywhere, oh everywhere
The singer is referencing stars and the wonder, possibility, and endless opportunities that the imagination can enjoy when you look up at the sky at all of the possibilities.
Try to stop us, we don't care
The singer is emphasizing that even if people try to prevent them from doing what they're meant to do, their convictions and excitement will not falter.
Just open up your eyes and see it coming down
The singer is advising the listener to open their eyes and appreciate what's happening or what's about to happen.
Like an avalanche of stars that are falling to the ground
The singer is using more sky/star imagery to emphasize the magnitude of what's happening and the idea that it's impactful enough to feel like the stars are falling to Earth.
And it lights up the sky and it lights up the way we are (Open up your eyes)
The singer is saying that the moment/event happening is notable enough to make it possible to see things clearer than before.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: DIRK THEODORUS BISSCHOFF, NEIL BREYTENBACH, MARCO SERGIO GOMES, ROSS ANDREW LEARMONTH, DALE WAYNE SCHNETTLER
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