1-New Wave/Synthpop band from Bu… Read Full Bio ↴More than one band share this name:
1-New Wave/Synthpop band from Buffalo, New York. They released a 5 track 12” EP on the private label “Overview” in 1985.
The lineup consisted of Brendan Sibley on vocals and guitar, Francis Preve on keyboards and electronics and John McMahon on Bass.
2-Alt-rockers from Richmond, Yorkshire, England. Formed in early 2009, their first demo release came later that year - the "Dimension" EP. Robert Knibbs on guitar and vocals, Emir Nader on bass guitar, Josh Catt on drums and Chris Adams on guitar and synthesisers.
3-Sons and Lovers is an indie/folk outfit made up of two young men who began writing and home-recording music in the summer of 2008. They are currently based in Peoria, IL.
Ghosts
Sons and Lovers Lyrics
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Let them feel yir steel
Through mud and blood and frozen fields
Yir broken bones will heal
Jacobite yae came sae faur
Let them feel yir steel
Yince there wis a heiland lad
A simple life had he
Will yae march wi' me?
Settin' oot faur southern land
Foreign soil tae me
Cut oor way through the mire
And on tae victory
Jacobite yae came sae faur
Let them feel yir steel
Twenty miles a day on foot
A hard and painful slog
Wind and rain, sleet and snaw
Trudgin' through the bogs
Faur a chance tae engage
A butcher and his lord
Cut them doon one by one
And pit them tae the sword
Jacobite yae came sae faur
Let them feel yir steel
A year has past since yae left
Yir hame deep in the glen
Noo yae staun a warrior
Wi' ten thousand men
Open up yir battle cry
Let yir slogan ring
Cut them doon one by one
Yir prince becomes a king
Jacobite yae came sae faur
Let them feel yir steel
Jacobite yae faut sae well
And fell wi' dignity
Better die a warrior
Noble wild and free
Better die a warrior
Noble wild and free
Than live a life o' slavery bereft o' liberty
Than live a life o' slavery bereft o' liberty
The lyrics of Sons and Lovers' song "Ghosts" narrate the journey of the Jacobite rebels, who were supporters of James II of England and Scotland, as they marched towards the south to engage in battle. The song emphasizes the hard work, physical endurance, and sacrifices of the Jacobite fighters as they fought against their oppressors for their freedom. The lines "Jacobite yae came sae faur, Let them feel yir steel" express their determination to fight against the government's forces and the strong willpower and courage they had to persevere in the face of adversity.
The second verse describes the daily hardships the Jacobite rebels faced, including walking over long distances, harsh weather conditions, and treacherous terrains. However, they persisted towards their goal, which was to engage in battle with their enemies. The lines "Cut them doon one by one / And pit them tae the sword" showcase the ruthlessness and determination of the Jacobite fighters in defeating their opponents.
The song's chorus, "Jacobite yae came sae faur, Let them feel yir steel," emphasizes their success in their fight for freedom, but it also highlights the sacrifice and loss of life among the Jacobites. The last verse, "Better die a warrior / Noble wild and free / Than live a life o' slavery bereft o' liberty," emphasizes their willingness to die for their cause, rather than living in oppression and losing their freedom.
Line by Line Meaning
Jacobite yae came sae faur
The Jacobites have travelled a great distance
Let them feel yir steel
They should be met with force
Through mud and blood and frozen fields
The journey has been difficult and dangerous
Yir broken bones will heal
Bravery will be rewarded, even if there are injuries
Yince there wis a heiland lad
There was once a boy from the highlands
A simple life had he
His life was uncomplicated
He answered the call
He responded to the request for involvement
Will yae march wi' me?
Will you join me in this mission?
Settin' oot faur southern land
Departing for a foreign place
Foreign soil tae me
Unfamiliar territory
Cut oor way through the mire
Making progress against obstacles
And on tae victory
Working towards success
Twenty miles a day on foot
Travelling great distances by walking
A hard and painful slog
The journey is arduous and tiring
Wind and rain, sleet and snaw
Enduring harsh weather conditions
Trudgin' through the bogs
Walking through swampy areas
Faur a chance tae engage
For the opportunity to fight
A butcher and his lord
A violent ruler and his followers
Cut them doon one by one
Defeat them individually
And pit them tae the sword
Kill them
A year has past since yae left
One year has elapsed since departure
Yir hame deep in the glen
Home in a valley
Noo yae staun a warrior
Now you are a fighter
Wi' ten thousand men
With a sizable army
Open up yir battle cry
Declare your intent to fight
Let yir slogan ring
Make your message heard
Yir prince becomes a king
Your leader ascends to royalty
Jacobite yae faut sae well
The Jacobites fought bravely
And fell wi' dignity
They died honorably
Better die a warrior
It is preferable to die bravely
Noble wild and free
As a dignified and unrestrained person
Than live a life o' slavery bereft o' liberty
Rather than living a life without freedom and autonomy
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Dougie Wilkinson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
ab548
I loveeee sons & lovers and this is great, my favourite song of theirs is set my heart <3
AlbinoTuxedo
This is literally the only video or audio I can find of this song that isn't a remix. Seriously, I can't find anything other than this video.
I know a studio version exists somewhere, but Jesus Christ it is hard to find
AlbinoTuxedo
Finally found the studio version, it's uploaded on my channel. Pretty weird how this band just kind of disappeared and don't have their stuff anywhere
Ash Taylor
Can't believe I saw you guys support Ellie Goulding in 2012. Now look where she is...
I miss you guys
shop appy
not great vocals but a cool sound