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 Don't Know
Prime Circle Lyrics
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So much to see
So much to find
I must confess
That I'm a mess
Without you by my side
You're all I need
When everything goes wrong
Feel incomplete without your
Words to guide me
What we gonna do about it
No I don't know [2x]
Where to go by myself
I don't know [2x]
Where to go by myself
Why did you leave me this way?
Little bit strange
Little bit weird
I know it's hard sometimes
To deal with these traits of mine
But I can't face another step
Holding on to this regret
Can't let go no
The lyrics to Prime Circle's song "I Don't Know" express the desperate need and longing for a loved one. The singer pleads for their partner to come along with them because they feel lost without them. The lyrics suggest that this person is their everything, and without them, they feel incomplete and stuck. The singer is aware that they might be a bit strange or weird, but they plead with their partner to understand and accept them despite their quirks. The chorus repeats the phrase "I don't know" twice, suggesting that the singer is lost without their partner and doesn't know how to navigate their life without them. The final line of the chorus, "Why did you leave me this way?" adds a deeper layer to the song, as it suggests that the writer has been abandoned and is struggling to move on.
Overall, the song is a poignant and melancholy plea for love and understanding. It explores the complicated emotions surrounding a break-up and the difficulty of finding oneself again after a lost love. The lyrics are relatable to anyone who has experienced heartbreak or feels lost without the person they love. The song's simple yet powerful message is conveyed through the strong vocals of the singer and the captivating melody of the music.
Line by Line Meaning
Come out with me
Please join me for an adventure or exploration
So much to see
There are many sights or experiences to discover
So much to find
There are many things to search for or uncover
I must confess
I need to admit or acknowledge something
That I'm a mess
I am disorganized or struggling emotionally
Without you by my side
I rely on your presence or support to feel stable
You're all I need
I only require your companionship or love
You're all I see
You are the only important focus in my life
When everything goes wrong
In difficult situations, I turn to you for help
Feel incomplete without your
I experience a sense of emptiness or inadequacy when you are not present
Words to guide me
I depend on your advice or direction
What we gonna do about it
What actions can we take to fix our relationship or situation
No I don't know [2x]
I am uncertain and lack clarity
Where to go by myself
I am lost and directionless without you
I don't know [2x]
I am admitting my confusion or lack of answers
Why did you leave me this way?
I am questioning the reason for your departure or absence
Little bit strange
I am behaving in an unusual or abnormal way
Little bit weird
I am expressing unconventional or odd tendencies
I know it's hard sometimes
I am aware that my behavior can be challenging or difficult for others
To deal with these traits of mine
It can be daunting to handle my peculiar personality characteristics
But I can't face another step
I cannot go on without your support or assistance
Holding on to this regret
I am plagued by feelings of remorse or sorrow
Can't let go no
I am unable to release my negative emotions or move on
Contributed by Claire T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.