Semisane - comprising Tikara (vocals, guitar, songwriting), Chris Acker (guitar, songwriting), Sascha Muller (drums,) and Nic Acker (bass) - have moulded into a tight, confident group. This solid and focused band has achieved both broad critical acclaim and continually impressive sales as they gigged and toured extensively, spreading their sparking and rocking pop around the country and across radio and TV. Semisane's record label, BMG Africa, are highly satisfied with the band's progress to date and are confident that 2002 will see the band reaching an even wider audience both nationally and internationally. The band has already made a solid impact on the German market, and its success in SA has continued to catch the attention of the BMG headquarters in Germany.
Semisane has also cemented its excellent and supportive relationship with international clothing label Kangol and Play Energy Drink by signing new sponsorship contracts for 2002. The band are currently hard at work in their studio on material for their as-yet-untitled 2nd album. After taking 2 months off in the beginning of 2002 to write and demo new material, Semisane will be returning to the live circuit in March and April 2002. Semisane have also received their first SA Music Award nomination for "Life" in the "Best Pop Rock Single" category. SAMA 2002 winners will be announced on 13 April 2002.
Southbound
Semisane Lyrics
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Is there something that I should say
Is there somewhere that I should go
Is there some way
Is there something that I should show
First you ask me and then you know
Is there somewhere beyond the sea where I should be
Which way is south
Which way the sun begins to fade
I look to the west
Still there is nowhere left to go
Oh, no
Is there something that I should feel
Is there something that I should hear
Is there somewhere beyond the sea where I should be
For I can sit in the tall green grass
I'm counting people that walk on past
Through my eyes I can feel the world calling to me
To the sea
Which way is south
Which way the sun begins to fade
I look to the west
Still there is nowhere left to go
Which way is south
Which way the sun begins to fade
I look to the west
Still there is nowhere left to go
Oh, no
Which way is south
I look to the west
Which way is south
I look to the west
Which way is south
I look to the west
The lyrics of Semisane's song "Southbound" convey a sense of restlessness and a desire to escape. The singer appears to be seeking guidance regarding which direction to take and where to go. He wonders if he should show something or feel something or hear something in order to gain clarity. He even contemplates the idea of going somewhere beyond the sea. In the chorus, he repeatedly asks "Which way is south?" indicating uncertainty about the path he should take.
The lines "For I can sit in the tall green grass/ I'm counting people that walk on past" suggest that the singer is in a state of introspection, watching the world go by but feeling disconnected from it. However, he can feel the call of the world to the sea, and it's as though he is pulled towards the south, perhaps in search of a new beginning.
The repetition of the chorus towards the end of the song emphasises the singer's confusion and his inability to make a decision. The song's poetic language and use of imagery create a sense of yearning and longing. Ultimately, "Southbound" is a song about being lost and searching for direction.
Line by Line Meaning
Is there something that l should know
Are there things that I am not aware of?
Is there something that I should say
Do I need to express something?
Is there somewhere that I should go
Do I need to be in another place?
Is there some way
Do I need to take some action?
Is there something that I should show
Do I need to demonstrate something?
First you ask me and then you know
You need to ask to learn.
Is there somewhere beyond the sea where I should be
Is there a place that is right for me elsewhere?
Which way is south
What direction will take me to where I need to be?
Which way the sun begins to fade
As the sun sets on this chapter of my life.
I look to the west
I am searching for something.
Still there is nowhere left to go
I still have not found what I'm looking for.
Is there something that I should feel
Am I supposed to be experiencing certain emotions?
Is there something that I should hear
Is there a message or sound that I need to be aware of?
For I can sit in the tall green grass
I can take a moment to enjoy nature.
I'm counting people that walk on past
Watching life pass me by.
Through my eyes I can feel the world calling to me
The world is inviting me to explore it.
To the sea
Perhaps the answer is waiting for me in the vastness of the sea.
Oh, no
Expressing disappointment.
Contributed by Tyler M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Eon Engelbrecht
Thanks for sharing Martin. Tikara was incredible. She sadly passed in 2019 :'(
Martin KJ Kellerman
What????? Oh my... didn't know that... what a shocker. I'm living in Ireland so won't know