The band made a breakthrough appearance at the 1999 Noorderslagfestival in Groningen, resulting in lots of record deal offers. Contracted by Sony's S.M.A.R.T. label, they released their first album Till Monkeys Fly in January 2000. Produced by Michael Schoots, former Urban Dance Squad drummer, the album hit the charts receiving nationwide airplay. Both the first single Feel Like Flying and the second one, Blue Days, became a 3FM megahit. Their festival appearances on Parkpop and Lowlands confirmed their image as a live-act.
Summer 2001 Here We Go, Stereo! was released as their second full-length record. Widely acclaimed, this record was their ticket to play at the Netherlands's largest festival: Pinkpop.
While working on their third album, Sony ended the record deal. With help from Dutch radio station 3FM and the producer of their first album, they signed a contract with PIAS, to release their 3rd album early 2005. The fresh and mature sound, combined with a more serious approach on songwriting got Another Day a slow start with Happy Family. The second single Love You More hits hard: they claimed 3rd spot on the Dutch Top 40; the album skyrocketed to 6th position in the Album Charts. A succesful club tour during autumn and winter 2005 resulted in the release of their first live DVD called Another Night. And the fans really found their true love back, voting Racoon to be Pinkpop's Gouden Tip ("Viewers Choice") for 2006, claiming a spot on the mainstage.
After this clubtour they decided to fulfill a long-lasting dream for the bands vocalist (Bart van der Weide) and went on a theatertour all across Holland, with the adition of a keyboardplayer (Manu van Os) and a re-write of most of the songs to slim them down a bit. They blew away most fans with the awsome sounding back to basics tour filled with emotions and a new track called Close Your Eyes.
After the theatertour Manu went on to join Di-rect for their theatertour. Currently the band is recording a new album
Members
- Bart van der Weide (vocals)
- Dennis Huige (guitar)
- Stefan de Kroon (bass)
- Paul Bukkens (drums)
Links
www.racoon.nl
Official fansite
PIAS Nederland
3FM
Don't Give Up the Fight
Racoon Lyrics
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For no reason, but your own
I never said that the fight would be easy
Because it won't
I will remember you, and all that we have been through
There is no angel, that can be more angel than you
I see you every night when your star is shining bright
Well, I am so proud to be your father
I am so proud to be your mum
And I am so proud to be your brother
So may this be your song
Please don't give up the fight
For no reason, but your own
Cause I never said that the fight would be easy
Because it won't
I will come look for you
When this life is through
With this body
Before now I still need to life
For we are not alone
And you are not alone
We're at home, loving and waiting
And so afraid
Well I am so proud to be your father
So proud to be your mum,
And I'll always be proud to be your brother
So may this be your song
Please don't give up the fight for no reason
Please don't give up the fight for no reason
Racoon's song Don't Give Up the Fight is a heartwarming and motivational tune that speaks about the importance of perseverance and determination while facing life's challenges. The lyrics encourage listeners to keep fighting, not for anyone else, but for themselves. The song acknowledges that the fight may not be easy, but it's essential to keep going. The song celebrates the people in our lives and their significance to us. The lyrics highlight the importance of familial bonds and how they can provide an anchor in life's storms.
The refrain "Please don't give up the fight for no reason, but your own" taps into the idea that we should have a purpose and a reason for fighting. This purpose can extend beyond external factors, and we should be motivated to keep going for our own sake. The song is a message of hope that tells us that we will get through the struggles of life, and we will emerge stronger on the other side. The final lines of the song "Please don't give up the fight for no reason" emphasizes the importance of unwavering tenacity.
Line by Line Meaning
Please don't give up the fight
Don't stop trying, even when things are difficult
For no reason, but your own
Do it for yourself, your own goals and beliefs
I never said that the fight would be easy
It's going to be hard, but it's worth it
Because it won't
Challenges will come, but keep fighting
I will remember you, and all that we have been through
I'll cherish the memories of the times we shared
There is no angel, that can be more angel than you
You are special and unique to me, like no other
I see you every night when your star is shining bright
I think of you often, and miss you deeply
And I cry and I smile, I wish you where here, with me
I feel both joy and sadness when I remember you
Well, I am so proud to be your father
I feel honored to be your dad
I am so proud to be your mum
I'm grateful to be your mom
And I am so proud to be your brother
I'm proud to call you my sibling
So may this be your song
May this music be a tribute to your strength
I will come look for you
I'll always remember you
When this life is through
After I die
With this body
While I'm alive
Before now I still need to live
I have more life to live before I die
For we are not alone
We have each other
And you are not alone
I'm here for you, always
We're at home, loving and waiting
We're a family, filled with love and hope
And so afraid
But sometimes scared of what the future holds
Please don't give up the fight for no reason
Don't give up without trying, for yourself and loved ones
Please don't give up the fight for no reason
Don't give up, because it's worth the struggle
Contributed by Xavier O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@joellevw7795
They wrote this song for a little boy named Jayden, who died of cancer. They wrote this song for his parents, to give them strength, and all the money they make on this song is for the Jayden foundation, so that no one has to burry their kid at such a young age. Respect <3
@simonegisberts912
Ook mijn dochter vecht tegen neuroblastoom… nooit geweten dat dit nummer geschreven is voor een kleine held die het gevecht verloren heeft. Wat een prachtig nummer… en de clip erbij… dit raakt me tot het diepst van mijn ziel. Ik ben inderdaad zooo trots dat ik haar moeder mag zijn. De tranen lopen over mijn wangen. Voor mijn dochter, maar ook voor alle ouders die een kindje hebben verloren. Diep respect voor Raccoon. Recht in het 💓 . Zo ontzettend mooi dit.
@tsuipaduipa77
so beautifull. Our son got cancer and we listened this song so many times. Even now, 3 years afterwards it makes us cry. But he didnt give up, he is well now <3
@mrittyunjayverma8098
One of most loving song.
It's always work as fuel for me..
A great thanks for composing such a masterpiece.
Love from India 🇮🇳
@koenvandepoll927
Net dit nummer gehad op de begrafenis van een nichtje, slechts 7 jaar oud en ook neuroblastoom... Prachtig nummer en vreselijke ziekte.
@yanaycadriessen7573
Voor mijn lieve zoon, de mooiste ster aan de hemel. Ik mis je zo verschrikkelijk boefie!
@Jpmroeven
Yanayca Driessen g h gy g. Gy
@irisbakker6661
Sterkte !
@yaraschreuders590
Sterkte! <3
@irisroyen9114
Sterkte!