The Dualers… Read Full Bio ↴The Dualers are street performing brothers Si and Tyber.
The Dualers perform a unique blend of ska, soul and reggae that appeals to all ages with members of their database ranging from 1 to 91. They have a fan base of approaching 10,000 members but have probably been seen by in excess of 4 million whilst busking around the south east and performing at private functions, for the last 8 years. They have sold over 35,000 copies of their first two cd's on the streets alone.
As children they were brought up on ska and soul, the music their father Bill Cranstoun was instrumental in introducing to London, with his Savoy Sound System at several locations in the 60’s including regular nights at the Swan & Sugar Loaf in Croydon, The King Alfred in Sydenham and The Bedford Arms in Balham. Their mother Jacqueline, born in Sierra Leone, who met Bill at the Locarno Ballroom in Streatham, was pulled into work the cloakrooms and to keep an eye on him!
Si and Tyber remember “Growing up in our house we were listening to The Blues Busters, Lord Creator, Stranger Cole, Bob Marley, The Skatalites, Sam Cooke and Otis Redding to name a few”
The family lived all across the south east whilst the boys were growing up including Bromley, Canterbury, Croydon, London and Penge as such all these places feel like their home town. Tyber currently lives in Greenwich, London and Si in Caterham, Surrey.
Music has always been Si and Tyber’s first love and upon leaving school Simon pursued music as a career and he enjoyed some success. Tyber attended the elite Guildhall School of Music and Drama also attended by Orlando Bloom and Ewan McGregor and after some television success Tyber decided to join his brother singing on the streets.
Whenever they have performed they have had a phenomenal response whether on the streets or in clubs their lively and charismatic performance has blown audiences away.
Their debut single “Kiss On The Lips” entered the charts on Sunday 24th October 2004 at number 21 ahead of established artists such as Bjork and Slipknot and this has sent a shockwave throughout the music industry. Despite no national coverage or airplay, the single stayed in the charts for a second week at number 33.
Amazingly, they did this with only the help of a small group of friends. They had no record contract, no distributor, no agent, no manager and no promoter!
Don't go
The Dualers Lyrics
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Can't you see that the answer to your question, is right here calling out your name
Don't wanna see you hurting no more, don't wanna see you crying... it's time to face the future for sure
All you gotta keep on trying
Don't go... your troubles always follow you, it wil be rough and tough on de road alone
Don't go... gonna make the sunshine bright for you now, beter to stand together then on your own
You've being saying that your heart grows colder, manny worries try to hold you down
Rest you're heavy burden on my sholder, and I know that we can work things out
Don't wanna see you hurting no more, I don't wanna see you crying... cause it's time to face the future for sure
All we gotta keep on trying
Don't go... your troubles they will follow you, it wil be rough and tough on de road alone
Don't go... gonna make the sunshine bright for you now, beter to stand together then on your own
Musical break
Don't wanna see you hurting no more, don't wanna see you crying... it's time to face the future for sure
All you gotta keep on trying
Don't go... your troubles they will follow you, it wil be rough and tough on de road alone
Don't go... gonna make the sunshine bright for you now, beter to stand together then on your own
Beter to stand together then on your own
Beter to stand together then on your own
The Dualers' song "Don't Go" is a heartfelt appeal of a loving friend to a person who is going through a difficult time in their life. The lyrics suggest that the person has been looking in the wrong direction and has been praying for help, but their prayers have not been answered. The friend assures the person that the answer they are seeking is right there, calling out their name, and they just need to keep trying.
The song emphasizes the value of companionship and togetherness in dealing with life's challenges. The chorus, which repeats the refrain "Don't go," reinforces this theme by saying that trouble will always follow the person if they go it alone, but if they stand together with their friend, they can make the sunshine bright and face the future with confidence.
The song also acknowledges the person's struggles, saying that they have been dealing with many worries that have been weighing them down. However, the friend is willing to help carry their burden and believes that they can work things out together. Towards the end of the song, the friend once again urges the person not to go and reminds them that it is better to stand together than on their own.
Overall, "Don't Go" is a touching song that speaks to the importance of friendship and solidarity in times of difficulty.
Line by Line Meaning
You've being looking in the wrong direction, but your prayers hasen't being invain
You have been searching in the wrong places, but your efforts have not been in vain
Can't you see that the answer to your question, is right here calling out your name
You may not have noticed, but the solution to your problem is within reach and calling out to you
Don't wanna see you hurting no more, don't wanna see you crying... it's time to face the future for sure
I do not want to witness your pain and tears anymore, and it is essential that we confront the future with confidence
All you gotta keep on trying
The only thing you must do is persevere and continue striving towards your goals
Don't go... your troubles always follow you, it wil be rough and tough on de road alone
Leaving will not solve your problems as they will still remain present, and facing them alone will be a daunting task
Gonna make the sunshine bright for you now, beter to stand together then on your own
I will bring radiance into your life, and it is much more beneficial to face everything together as a team
You've being saying that your heart grows colder, manny worries try to hold you down
You have voiced that you are becoming emotionally distant, and many worries are attempting to weigh you down
Rest you're heavy burden on my sholder, and I know that we can work things out
Lay your heavy burden upon me, and I am confident we can resolve everything together
All we gotta keep on trying
Both of us must persist and not give up on our fight
Musical break
Instrumental intermission
Beter to stand together then on your own
It is always advantageous to have someone by your side, so we must support each other
Contributed by Gabriel M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@sherri99516
Super sound, the greatest Ska band ever is right! They are awesome. The Dualers is a ska / reggae band from Croydon, England formed in 1999 by brothers Tyber and Si Cranstoun. They are best known for their top 30 hit singles "Kiss on the Lips" and "Truly Madly Deeply", and for building a grassroots following via street performances.
Despite the departure of Si Cranstoun, the band continue to gig regularly. The band was formed in 1999 by the Cranstoun brothers, who were influenced by their father Bill, a pioneering ska DJ in the 1960s. After graduating from the Guildhall School of Music and Drama, they began performing on the street as a duo.
On 24 October 2004 their debut single "Kiss On The Lips" entered the UK Singles Chart at # 21. This was followed in 2005 by "Truly Madly Deeply", which them a second UK hit single, reaching # 23.
A third single, "Don't Go", was released in 2006, accompanied by the band's debut album, The Melting Pot. Because a proportion of these sales were not counted towards the chart due to a technicality, the single only charted at # 61.[citation needed] The band continued to tour, including a support slot for The Blockheads.
In late 2010 Si Cranstoun left the band to pursue a solo career.
The British movie, Fool's Gold, starring Matthew McConaughey and Kate Hudson, featured The Dualers version of "Truly Madly Deeply".
I sure wish Si Cranstoun would do more music with the Dualers.... they have their own unique sound when they sing together.
@GeminiShazza
You've been looking in the wrong direction, but your praying hasn't been in vain
Can't you see that the answer to your question, is right here calling out your name
Don't wanna see you hurting no more, don't wanna see you crying... It's time to face the future for sure
Oh you gotta keep on trying
Don't go... Your troubles only follow you, it will be rough and tough on the road alone
Don't go... Gonna make the sunshine bright for you now, better to stand together then on your own
You've been saying that your heart grows colder, many worries try to hold you down
Rest your heavy burden on my shoulder, and I know that we can work things out
Don't wanna see you hurting no more, I don't wanna see you crying... Cause it's time to face the future for sure
Oh we gotta keep on trying
Don't go... Your troubles they will follow you, it will be rough and tough on the road alone
Don't go... Gonna make the sunshine bright for you now, better to stand together then on your own
Musical break
Don't wanna see you hurting no more, don't wanna see you crying... It's time to face the future for sure
Oh you gotta keep on trying
Don't go... Your troubles they will follow you, it will be rough and tough on the road alone
Don't go... Gonna make the sunshine bright for you now, better to stand together then on your own
Better to stand together then on your own
Better to stand together then on your own
@dawnharper8727
don't know how anybody can put a thumbs down on,these guys are mint,hundred per cent for me every time
@pooperscooper9176
Dawn Harper I was just thinking exactly the same
@lilithstlouis8124
I remember feeling so desperate... wanting to end it.
This song spoke to me.
I'm glad I'm still here 🖤
@mattzj
WOW!!
Anytime u feelin down down, listen to this and these guys.......Tyber, Si and the The Dualers R worldclass!
@candy1971
cant understand why this band hasnt hit big time..????...like top of the charts!!!!
@pambuckley7217
just discovered these amazing guys and their fabulous voices. why are they not FAMOUS????!!! just remind me of my youth. lm 67and female xxx
@sherri99516
Super sound, the greatest Ska band ever is right! They are awesome. The Dualers is a ska / reggae band from Croydon, England formed in 1999 by brothers Tyber and Si Cranstoun. They are best known for their top 30 hit singles "Kiss on the Lips" and "Truly Madly Deeply", and for building a grassroots following via street performances.
Despite the departure of Si Cranstoun, the band continue to gig regularly. The band was formed in 1999 by the Cranstoun brothers, who were influenced by their father Bill, a pioneering ska DJ in the 1960s. After graduating from the Guildhall School of Music and Drama, they began performing on the street as a duo.
On 24 October 2004 their debut single "Kiss On The Lips" entered the UK Singles Chart at # 21. This was followed in 2005 by "Truly Madly Deeply", which them a second UK hit single, reaching # 23.
A third single, "Don't Go", was released in 2006, accompanied by the band's debut album, The Melting Pot. Because a proportion of these sales were not counted towards the chart due to a technicality, the single only charted at # 61.[citation needed] The band continued to tour, including a support slot for The Blockheads.
In late 2010 Si Cranstoun left the band to pursue a solo career.
The British movie, Fool's Gold, starring Matthew McConaughey and Kate Hudson, featured The Dualers version of "Truly Madly Deeply".
I sure wish Si Cranstoun would do more music with the Dualers.... they have their own unique sound when they sing together.
@stevemount2441
I'm a punk and rock fan. This is bloody brilliant. So talented.
@nickmatty9751
Me too, love this though, bloody brilliant!
@bradwirelocustmanic6207
All the Bradford pubs play your tunes, and Bradford City drinkers love you!