Superbus is a five-piece French power pop band formed in 1999.

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After a trip to the USA in 1999, Jennifer Ayache went looking for musicians to make a group. She met Michel Giovannetti, a guitarist, and François Even, a bassist, who already knew each other from another group, and formed a new band. They started out as a three-piece before 2 other members joined. Those two were later replaced by Guillaume Rousé (on drums), and Patrice Focone (on guitar). Rousé quit the band in 2005 and was replaced by Greg Jacks, drummer of the band No One Is Innocent.

The band got their name from the Latin word "superbus", meaning proud, supposedly when lead singer Jennifer Ayache stumbled upon that word while browsing a Latin dictionary.

Superbus' style is reminiscent of a vast array of bands, from No Doubt to Weezer, Creedence Clearwater Revival and Sublime.

In 2002, Superbus released their debut album, "Aéromusical".
The track "Tchi-cum-bah" was the demo which caught the interest of David Salsedo, allowing Superbus to make a full album.
The band's second album, "Pop'n'Gum", released in 2004, was produced by David Salsedo from Silmarils.
The track of the same name as the album was featured in a commercial for the Malabar chewing gum.
In 2005 they won the Best French Act award at the MTV Europe Music Awards. Superbus also made a debut in Guitar Hero III with their song Radio Song, featured as an unlockable bonus song. According to the Sikoras, Superbus are the founders of 'girl noise garage rock', a genre involving garage rock mixed with girl noise.

In 2006 the band released their third album "Wow" which reached number 6 on french album charts.
A year later Superbus released their first dvd Superbus Live A Paris which features videos from a year and a half of touring.

In 2009, Superbus released their fourth album "Lova Lova". The reissue of the album included a cover of Blondie's "Heart of Glass", which was originally a bonus track for the 2006 album "Wow".

In 2010, Superbus released their first best-of compilation album, "Happy Busday", which had "Mes défauts" as the lead single of the album, while also including 3 tracks (On s'aime, Eddy, Téléphonie) which are made for the album.

In 2012, Superbus released their fifth album "Sunset". The album's recording took in place in Los Angeles.
The album's lead single was "All Alone" , a video was released for it in June 3.
The album included a cover of The Buggles' hit song Video Killed The Radio Star.

After Sunset's tours are finished, the band members did different projects. The lead singer, Jennifer Ayache went on her solo project and made her first solo album +001, bassist François Even started the band Mr. Freak, drummer Greg Jacks reformed his former band, The Dukes.

In 2016, Superbus recorded their sixth album "Sixtape". The album's name is a reference to the album's number.
The album had three singles: "Strong & Beautiful" and "On the River", and "4 tourments". Tracks "Strong & Beautiful" and "On the River" also have a piano-driven acoustic version.

In January 2020, the band released a new single named "Silencio", this single is released under the label Verycords, a division of Warner Music France. Silencio became the lead-off track on their EP XX released Mar 6, 2020.

Helping hand
Superbus Lyrics

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Run, run, run away, you're afraid of me you say
That I should go to see a doctor
You found found found out that I was crazy
And now you're so afraid of me
But you gotta understand that I need a helping hand
Somebody who take cares of me

You gotta understand that I need a helping hand

Somebody who take cares of me

I'm jump', jump', jump', jumping everywhere
I'm jump', jump', jump', jumping in the air
'Cuz I know that I'm crazy, I know that I'm lazy
I really know everything about me
I need a doctor, I need a sister, I need somebody
Who can take care of me
But you gotta understand that I need a helping hand
Somebody who take cares of me

You gotta understand that I need a helping hand
Somebody who take cares of me

Get up, get up, take my hand,
Bring me back right to the band
Stand up, stand up, take my hand,
Bring me back right to the band
Moving, you make me dance and you make me sing loud,
Fly high, leave the floor, I'm getting higher

You gotta understand that I need a helping hand
Somebody who take cares of me

Overall Meaning

The song "Helping Hand" by Superbus talks about a person who is struggling with mental health issues, specifically being labeled as "crazy." The lyrics suggest that the person is aware of their condition and is seeking help from others, specifically a doctor or someone who can take care of them. They feel misunderstood and are asking for a helping hand to guide them. The chorus repeats the message of needing someone to take care of them, emphasizing the importance of support and understanding.

The verses also describe the person's behavior, including jumping and being energetic. This could be interpreted as a symptom of hyperactivity or mania. The lines "Moving, you make me dance and you make me sing loud, Fly high, leave the floor, I'm getting higher" could be alluding to the feeling of being lifted up by the support of others.

Overall, the message of the song is one of needing help and support from others, especially when struggling with mental health issues such as being labeled as "crazy." It emphasizes the importance of empathy and understanding towards people who are going through challenging times.

Line by Line Meaning

Run, run, run away, you're afraid of me you say
You want to distance yourself from me because you believe I'm crazy

That I should go to see a doctor
You suggest that I need professional help

You found found found out that I was crazy
You discovered that I am mentally unstable

And now you're so afraid of me
As a result, you are now frightened of me

But you gotta understand that I need a helping hand
However, it is crucial that you comprehend my need for support

Somebody who take cares of me
I require someone who can take care of me

I'm jump', jump', jump', jumping everywhere
I jump around everywhere

I'm jump', jump', jump', jumping in the air
I jump high into the air

'Cuz I know that I'm crazy, I know that I'm lazy
I acknowledge that I have mental health issues and can be unmotivated

I really know everything about me
I understand myself quite well

I need a doctor, I need a sister, I need somebody
I require medical professionals and/or a supportive individual