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.”
Let the Night In
Prime Circle Lyrics
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Burns within
Takes me higher
Spread my wings
Day transpires
Where I've been
Way she dances
Queen of chances
Set me free
Flicker faster
Let me see
Let the night in
Cause that's where I am
That's where I'm whole
It's where I begin
Heart that moves me
Blood and soul
Breathe you in now
I won't let go
Feel these shadows
Hear my call
Maybe just want it all
Without question let
Me fall, dive in
Cause this place is everything
Oh the night is where I dream
Come on
Let the night in
Cause that's where I am
That's where I'm whole
It's where I begin
And all these little things
Surround me
All these lights come rushing in
And as I'm spinning round in circles
Couldn't care where I have been
Let the night in
Cause that's where I am
That; s where I'm whole
It's where I begin
The lyrics to Prime Circle's “Let the Night In” are about giving in to temptation and indulging in desire. The first verse describes the burning feeling of desire within the singer, urging them to spread their wings and fly higher. The following verse talks about the way the woman dances, tempting the singer to take chances and be set free. The chorus urges the listener to let the night in, as it is where they are complete and whole, allowing them to breathe in the person that moves them and not let go.
The second verse continues the theme of desire and temptation, with the singer wanting everything without question, diving headfirst into the night where they can dream. The bridge describes the overwhelming feeling of being surrounded by lights and spinning around in circles, not caring where they have been, depicting being lost in the moment. All in all, the song sends a message about embracing the night, letting go of inhibitions, and indulging in one's desires.
Line by Line Meaning
Taste desire
The sensation of longing for something is present
Burns within
It intensifies and feels like it's consuming me
Takes me higher
It makes me feel euphoric and elevates my senses
Spread my wings
It gives me the courage to explore new experiences and take risks
Day transpires
Time passes, but the feeling persists
Where I've been
Reflecting on past experiences and decisions
Way she dances
The movements of the person being observed are captivating
Tempting me
The temptation to join in the dance is strong
Queen of chances
The person represents risk-taking and living in the moment
Set me free
Embrace the feeling and let it guide me
Flicker faster
The pace quickens and intensifies
Let me see
The desire to fully embrace the moment and not hold back
Let the night in
Embracing the moment, following desires without hesitation
Cause that's where I am
Fully in the present, in the moment of living
That's where I'm whole
The moment is what completes me
It's where I begin
The moment is where new experiences and growth occur
Heart that moves me
This is an emotional reaction and not just a physical one
Blood and soul
It's something that affects my entire being
Breathe you in now
Fully immerse myself in the experience and let it take over
I won't let go
Fully commit to the experience and not hold back
Feel these shadows
Embracing the darker, more mysterious aspects of the experience
Hear my call
Emotionally invested and passionate about the experience
Maybe just want it all
Fully committing and embracing the experience
Without question let
Fully embracing and not holding back from the experience
Me fall, dive in
Fully committing and embracing the experience, regardless of the consequences
Cause this place is everything
The present moment is all that matters
Oh the night is where I dream
Fully immersed in the present moment, where anything is possible
Come on
An invitation to fully embrace and engage in the experience
And all these little things
The small details of the experience that add up to create the overall feeling
Surround me
Fully immersed in the experience
All these lights come rushing in
The experience feels overwhelming, in a good way
And as I'm spinning round in circles
Fully in the present moment, enjoying the experience from every angle
Couldn't care where I have been
Fully in the present moment, not worrying about the past or future
Contributed by Nolan S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Tarryne Rautenbach
Awesome guys!! Love the powerful electonic intro on keys by Neil, and distinct nifty guitar riff by Dirk on 'Let The Night In'. Great work gentlemen.... take bow:)
Calsefire
I loveeee it. I'm so happy every time I get to listen to one of your new albums.
Been looking forward to this for so long:)
Thanks for the awesome music
TheDJNay
So excited for the new album!!! Proudly South African, and proud of SA music! Keep rocking guys :)
Edward Mostert
This album came at the perfect time!! This time at least, my wife knew exactly what to get me for my birthday tomorrow!
Wiat Marais
GREAT Job guys! Cant wait till you come to Durban to i can hear this live! Sounds good
monsterhasi1
Sounds great, can´t wait until the album will be available on Amazon as I don´t like Apple.
Riaan Jacobs
Nice work lads...special as always..
Louise van der Merwe
You guys age like velvety red wine... you just get better and better with time! Awesome Song by a Awesome band!
Wiat Marais
Love the new tones
Wiat Marais
I want a signed copy though :)