Ramases was the creation and alter-ego of Martin Raphael (sometimes known as Barrington Frost), born in Sheffield, UK. Formerly an army PT instructor, whilst involved in a central heating business in Scotland, was inspired to assume the mantle of the Egyptian Pharaoh of whom he believed himself a reincarnation, and take up a musical career. Early singles (recorded with his wife, Dorthy Frost aka Selket) failed to make any impact, Space Hymns was recorded at Strawberry Studios in Stockport in 1971 with soon-to-be members of 10cc.
Glass Top Coffin was recorded in 1975 following relocation to Felixstowe, and Ramases retired from the music business soon afterwards.
In 2014 actor Peter Stormare collected together with the help of Selket, Harvey Lisberg and fans, all of Ramases' surviving recordings, both released and unreleased, and compiled them into a six-disc boxed set
On 2 December 1976, aged 42, he took his own life but his death was not widely reported in musical circles until the early 1990s.
Balloon
Ramases Lyrics
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Balloon - just off the surface of the moon
Balloon - just off the surface of the moon
Balloon - don't stop your hurrying too soon
All your worrying all your hurrying
All you people there on your...
Just off the surface of the moon
Just off the surface of the moon
Don't burst your bubble
Don't burst your bubble
Don't burst your bubble
The airs your bubble
Don't burst your bubble
Don't burst your bubble
Don't burst your bubble
Or you're in trouble
On your...
Balloon - just off the surface of the moon
Just off the surface of the moon
Just off the surface of the moon
Balloon - just off the surface of the moon
Just off the surface of the moon
Just off the surface of the moon
Don't burst your bubble
Don't burst your bubble
Don't burst your bubble
The airs your bubble
Don't burst your bubble
Don't burst your bubble
Don't burst your bubble
Or you're in trouble
The song "Balloon" by Ramases has an interesting and somewhat ambiguous meaning. The repeated phrase "just off the surface of the moon" can be interpreted in many ways. It could be a metaphor for being in a state of euphoria or being on top of the world. However, it could also be interpreted as being in a state of isolation or being completely detached from reality. The line "Don't stop your hurrying too soon" implies that the listener is on a journey or a mission, and they shouldn't lose momentum.
The repeated line "don't burst your bubble" can be interpreted in a few ways as well. It could be a warning to the listener to not lose sight of their goals or to not let others bring them down. Alternatively, it could be a warning to the listener to not let their own delusions or false perceptions cloud their judgment. The line "the airs your bubble" suggests that the listener is relying on something abstract or intangible to keep them afloat, and they shouldn't let go of it.
Overall, "Balloon" is a cryptic and somewhat surreal song that can be interpreted in a variety of ways.
Line by Line Meaning
Balloon - just off the surface of the moon
We are like a balloon hovering just above the moon, floating aimlessly with no real purpose.
Balloon - don't stop your hurrying too soon
We shouldn't stop pursuing our goals and dreams too soon just because of fear or doubt.
All your worrying all your hurrying
All the stress and anxiety that we feel on a daily basis.
All you people there on your...
Referring to everyone who is living their lives unconsciously and without a clear direction or purpose.
Don't burst your bubble
Don't let anyone or anything crush your dreams or ambitions.
The airs your bubble
The environment, circumstances and situations in which we operate are what define and shape our lives and future.
Or you're in trouble
If we allow our dreams to be crushed or become too afraid to pursue them, we may end up living a life filled with regret and unfulfilled potential.
Contributed by Dylan H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@vishnudas3328
blast from the past,great memories
@aushra2514
Nuostabu!!
@im_no_mad_official
Does Anyone Have The 45RPM? Apparently It's A Different Version From The Album.