Apart from the international sound of melodic acoustic soul, it is the intelligent angle on social and societal issues that really makes up the essence of S.T.I.C.S.
S.T.I.C.S. or Sound That Inspires Conscious Souls, have managed to inspire and provoke their audience with lyrics and music that challenges the boarders of acoustic soul, hip-hop and spoken word. S.T.I.C.S. consists of four members who in 2004 merged their individual cultural backgrounds and musical influences from Bosnia, Denmark, Zanzibar & Sweden. They have since then been performing around the world from Beijing to London, warming up for the legendary acts like Talib Kweli, Angie Stone, Yasiin Bey (Mos Def), toured with the American rapper One Be Lo, playing alongside Amir Sulaiman and were in 2010 shortlisted for Best Upcoming Act at the Best African Achievement Awards.
With this being said, S.T.I.C.S. is a group that truly draws upon an international perspective to life, as they literally cross boarders on a regular basis to get together. They have also displayed their lyrical competences by achieving two first places in the National Swedish Poetry Slam Championships in 2007 and 2010 as well as a top 5 placement at the Scottish National Poetry Slam Championships, making their mark within the elite beyond the realm of music.
S.T.I.C.S have also had the pleasure of playing alongside- and warming up for: Maher Zain, Petter, Karen Mukupa, Blues, Kuku Agami, Mc Clemens, Houman Sebghati, Jonas Rendbo, Mzungu Kichaa, Mohammed Ali, Advance Patrol, Asha Ali and Illstar-allstars to name a few.
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S.T.I.C.S Lyrics
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And you're gonna get money for who ever the fuck you want
I know that
You're smart you're gonna fucking do it
Yeah
I know you are I believe in you
I hope so
As much as I fuck with you bro
You are my brother
And I know you are going to do it
These lyrics from S.T.I.C.S's song The Beginning showcase the power of true love and commitment. The first line "I see who you are and who else can compare" speaks to the singer's admiration of their partner and acknowledgement that they are truly unique and incomparable to anyone else. The following lines "I meant what I said // I promised to stand by your side // Until the end" express the singer's devotion to their partner and their commitment to being there for them through thick and thin.
The chorus "That's where we begin // From here to eternity // We begin understanding // It is our hearts that define" highlights the idea that love is a journey that never truly ends. The longevity of love is emphasized by the phrase "from here to eternity" and the idea that understanding ourselves and our hearts is a crucial aspect of this journey. The final line "It was you who made me feel" is a powerful statement that encapsulates the transformative power of love and the role that one's partner can play in shaping and influencing their life.
Overall, these lyrics are a beautiful tribute to the power of love and the importance of commitment in relationships. They encourage listeners to reflect on the role that their own heart and their partner's heart plays in their lives and relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
I see who you are and who else can compare
I have a clear understanding of your true self and there is no other person in this world who can compete for that uniqueness.
I meant what I said
My words were genuine and truthful.
I promised to stand by your side
I made a commitment to support you in every situation.
Until the end
I will continue to be there for you till the end of my life.
That's where we begin
This is the starting point of our journey to eternity.
From here to eternity
The journey we are embarking on is infinite and everlasting.
We begin understanding
Our journey will help us comprehend things that were unclear before.
It is our hearts that define
Our emotions and feelings will shape our perception and understanding of every situation.
What has meaning in life
The things that hold significance and purpose in our life.
Some will ask how can this be but it
There may be people who question how we can find meaning and purpose in our journey to eternity.
Was you who made me feel
But it was because of you that I realized the importance of companionship and love in this journey.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Michael Harrell
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
karli34
You can play whatever music you like on the stick. Just to get an impression of the huge variation of musicians, I recommend looking up these Chapman Stick musicians here on YouTube:
Kevin Keith
Robert Culbertson
Greg Howard
Rodrigo Serrao
...
There are huge variations in style and playing technique - enjoy!
JT
No one else produces Chapman music like you 2 do. Wonderful duets that no one else does. You both are beautiful to look at, but your music transcends that. If you ever don"t stay together, please don't stop your magical and beautiful music. i've been a drummer since 1965. You two are a very unique and a special musical duo. you 2 combine so well together. It's a human thing as well as a musical thing. i know. My very best wishes to you both and keep producing such beautiful music. Thank You
Cascade
Thank you so much for the kind words!
Miguel JD
Su musica es muy bella, las melodias y sonido espectacular. Bellas composiciones que los hacen unos artistas completos. Gracias por existir. Felicitaciones desde Perú, South America.
Cascade
Thank you so much:)
Rikki Renner
Ihr 2 seid absolute Meister auf diesem Instrument. DANKE für diese wundervolle Musik. 😍
Cascade
Thank you so much. I’m really glad you enjoyed it:)
Jay
Our new born baby is so alert listening to this beautiful music. Thank you so much for the beautiful music you play together
Martha Laura Vázquez Ugalde
Qué hermosa y armoniosa forma de crear música, deleita el oído y hace un ambiente ameno. Los felicito por realizar su sueño. Gracias por compartir.
Andrew Palmer
So beautiful and relaxing
Still the best Stick players in the world 🌎
God bless you both.
Thank you for music 🎶
Cascade
Thanks for listening