Best friends since their early years, Amer, Khushi and Josh have played in bands together throughout their childhoods but it was under Strong Asian Mothers that they really found their strength. Tying together influences from Hip Hop and Trap with Pop in a live band aesthetic really sets this band out all on their own path.
If in the studio these three excel, then on the stage is where they truly come in to their own. A string of headline spots for Communion have cemented them as one of the country’s most exciting and promising live acts.
Blending electronic and live elements they seamlessly bridge the gap between gig and club and really bring the party.
Their debut ‘Lynx Africa’ EP released in May 2106, was received with wide critical acclaim and immediately gathered support from Radio 1 with DJs Huw Stephens playing all releases to date and Annie Mac naming them as a 'New Name for 2016'. They've had tracks premiered on both Radio 1 and online by The Line Of Best Fit, Pigeons and Planes and Stereogum and with "exhilarating" and "energetic" appearances at Bestival, Secret Garden Party, The Great Escape, Reading & Leeds as well as many others over the summer, Strong Asian Mothers have embarked on 2016 with a real statement of intent.
Sober
Strong Asian Mothers Lyrics
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When it hits you
That you're alone
Free falling in to
A great unknown
Pray that you
Don't lose sight of hope
You leave a letter
So she can read
Your mind or more
Meaning that it's
All you'll ever know
But can't shake
The voice in your dome sayin
She don't like you when she's sober
Said it over and over
She don't want no one to own her
Living just for the moment
So we flip flop take it all off
Now it's skip hop straight to the top
She don't like you when she's sober
Just looking to get a load off
She don't really give you hope but
Holding on to your clover
So we hit odd wait in the dark
Now it's tick tock we're going off off off
Open up your eyes
To an unexpected suprise
Meaning that it's
All you fantasisted
In the night
Then when the sun rises
It's rven better
Turning over slow
So you can
Savour every moment of it
Before her senses come near and
Before it all becomes clear
She don't like you when she's sober
Said it over and over
She don't want no one to own her
Living just for the moment
So we flip flop take it all off
Now it's skip hop straight to the top
She don't like you when she's sober
Just looking to get a load off
She don't really give you hope but
Holding on to your clover
So we hit odd wait in the dark
Now it's tick tock we're going off off off
Motion get us all
Motion till i fall
Oceans all the way
Frozen by the end
You leave a letter
Open by the door
Motion be my law
Up against the wall
Feels like it's
Me and you on a roll
She don't like you when she's sober
Said it over and over
She don't want no one to own her
Living just for the moment
So we flip flop take it all off
Now it's skip hop straight to the top
She don't like you when she's sober
Just looking to get a load off
She don't really give you hope but
Holding on to your clover
So we hit odd wait in the dark
Now it's tick tock we're going off off off
The song "Sober" by Strong Asian Mothers explores the complexity of relationships that involve alcohol use. The lyrics describe a situation where the singer is alone and going through a great unknown journey, leaving a letter for the person who might be looking for them. The song suggests that this person may not like the singer when they are sober, as they continuously say that they do not want to be owned by anyone. The singer is aware of the situation and keeps holding on to their 'clover,' hoping that things will work out.
The song speaks about the notion of living just for the moment and taking things off, which is closely linked with alcohol use. The singer tries to make the most of the situation, savouring every moment before it all becomes clear. The lyrics are raw and honest, reflecting the struggles of people dealing with relationships that involve alcohol use. The chorus serves as a reminder that the singer is aware of the situation and accepts their fate.
Overall, "Sober" is a melancholy exploration of the complexities of relationships, and how they can be complicated further by alcohol. It is a thought-provoking song that forces the listener to reflect on their own experiences and emotions.
Line by Line Meaning
On some journey home
During a journey somewhere familiar, but still feeling lost and alone.
When it hits you
When the reality of being alone finally sinks in.
That you're alone
Realizing that you lack companionship and support.
Free falling in to
Feeling like you are out of control and headed towards the unknown.
A great unknown
Facing an intimidating and unpredictable future.
Pray that you
Hoping that things get better.
Don't lose sight of hope
Trying to maintain a positive outlook despite difficult circumstances.
You leave a letter
Leaving a message behind in hopes that someone will understand you.
Open by the door
Leaving a message in a prominent place in hopes that someone will find it.
So she can read
Targeting the message to a specific person who may be able to provide help.
Your mind or more
Expressing deep feelings and thoughts that are not always visible to others.
Meaning that it's
Indicating that this is the most important thing you can do.
All you'll ever know
Suggesting that it's important to communicate your feelings because you may never have another opportunity.
But can't shake
Struggling to let go of negative thoughts and feelings.
The voice in your dome sayin
Internalizing negative beliefs and self-talk.
She don't like you when she's sober
Acknowledging that the person is only interested when they are not thinking clearly.
Said it over and over
Repeating the same negative message repeatedly.
She don't want no one to own her
Desiring independence and freedom from control.
Living just for the moment
Preferring to live in the present without worrying about the past or future.
So we flip flop take it all off
Expressing the carefree attitude of enjoying life in the moment.
Now it's skip hop straight to the top
Feeling like life is easy and fun when living in the moment.
Just looking to get a load off
Trying to relieve stress or tension by letting go and having fun.
She don't really give you hope but
Mentioning that the relationship may not have a long-term future.
Holding on to your clover
Hoping that things work out well and that luck is on one's side.
So we hit odd wait in the dark
Emphasizing the unknown aspects of this temporary relationship.
Now it's tick tock we're going off off off
Suggesting that time is running out and that this carefree relationship may not last.
Open up your eyes
Encouraging someone to face reality and see things for what they are.
To an unexpected suprise
Highlighting the unpredictability of life and how things may not always go as planned.
All you fantasisted
Acknowledging that reality may not match up with one's dreams or idealized scenario.
In the night
Reiterating that these are often nocturnal and possibly unrealistic thoughts.
Then when the sun rises
Suggesting that reality is clearer and possibly more desirable in the light of day.
It's even better
Implying that reality is sometimes better than idealized scenarios or fantasies.
Turning over slow
Taking time to savor and appreciate the positive aspects of reality.
So you can
Encouraging the listener to enjoy and appreciate the moment.
Savour every moment of it
Expressing the importance of cherishing positive experiences.
Before her senses come near and
Anticipating that someone may not view the situation as positively as the listener.
Before it all becomes clear
Emphasizing the importance of enjoying the moment as much as possible before reality sets in.
Motion get us all
Highlighting the frenetic pace of life and how it affects everyone.
Motion till i fall
Indicating that one will keep going until they physically can't continue.
Oceans all the way
Metaphorically referencing the vastness and unpredictability of the world.
Frozen by the end
Feeling stuck and unable to move forward.
Motion be my law
Emphasizing the importance of action and being motivated in order to succeed.
Up against the wall
Feeling stuck or trapped in a difficult situation.
Feels like it's
Perceiving the situation as something that may not be ideal.
Me and you on a roll
Enjoying the emotional connection that exists in the moment, even though it may not last long-term.
Contributed by Ian B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Grantoc14
Cameo from the moms! Love that you guys are willing to explore 'awkward' to its full extent in your videos.
Maryam Galal
ABSOLUTELY DOPE💯 what the hell is wrong with the world? you deserve more views!
Samuel Lange
Honestly I really want to see you guys progress as a band, you've got a really nice sound
Taliah Blair
This is really good, I'm in love. 😍😉
Kat Beckman
digging their sound
Caste
Me gustaaaaaaaaaaa! saludos desde Colombia <3
Eneyda Gomez
I just now discovered them and I’m so mad of what I’ve been missing wowowow
Treviso - Proper Stealth
Fantastic track and love the video too!
Alexandra Dun
dammmm this soo gooddd
Dewa Eryadi
excellent!! <3