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!
My Girl
The Dualers Lyrics
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They keep up the fight (uuuuh)
But I never give up on you (uuuuh)
I wanna hold you tonight (uuuuh)
Everyday everyday, I keep on finding ways to love you more (uuuuh)
Mama taught me to live this life this way (uuuuh)
When you were my girl
More than words can ever say
When you were my girl
Yes I loved you I loved I loved you in so many ways
Well it feels like I can't be broken, when you're by my side (uuuuh)
And love is the only notion so lets make things right (uuuuh)
Yes I know yes Know (uuuuh)
Only you cannot keep my mind (uuuuh)
Mama taught me to live this life this way (uuuuh)
When you were my girl
Yes I loved you I loved I loved you in so many ways
More than words can ever say
When you were my girl
Yes I loved you I loved I loved you in so many ways
When I come let me lead you darling (uuuuh)
When you're falling away (uuuuh)
Yes I know yes I know (uuuuh)
It's a different world without you by my side
Mama taught me to live this life this way
When you were my girl
Yes I loved you I loved I loved you in so many ways
More than words can ever say
When you were my girl
Yes I loved you I loved I loved you in so many ways
I wanna tell you now
Ooh girl
When you were my girl
Yes I loved you I loved I loved you in so many ways
Mama taught me to live this life this way
When you were my girl
Yes I loved you I loved I loved you in so many ways
So why can't we get it on?
Why can't we get it on?
Why can't we get it on?
Oh darling we can get it on
Darling we can get it on
Get it on get it on get it on I say (get it on)
Oh darling we can get it on
Get it on get it on get it on I say (get it on)
The lyrics to The Dualers' song "My Girl" speak of a deep and unwavering love for someone, despite the challenges and difficulties that may arise. The singer expresses their commitment to never giving up on the person they love and their desire to hold them close. Each day, they find new ways to love them even more. The mention of Mama teaching them to live their life in this way suggests that they have learned the value of loyalty and perseverance in love.
The chorus emphasizes the love and adoration the singer has for their girl, stating that they loved her in countless ways that go beyond words. The love they feel is so strong that it makes them feel unbreakable when their girl is by their side. Love is portrayed as the driving force that can make things right and keep their mind focused. However, when their girl is not around, it feels like a different world, highlighting the importance and impact she has on their life.
The repeated lines at the end of the song suggest a longing to reconnect and reignite the romantic connection. The singer expresses their desire to get it on, to come together intimately and emotionally. They believe that they can find that connection again and reignite the love that they once had.
Overall, "My Girl" is a heartfelt and hopeful declaration of love, showcasing the singer's unwavering commitment and longing for their significant other. It speaks to the power of love to overcome challenges and the deep connection that can exist between two people.
Line by Line Meaning
When some people walks away (uuuuh)
When others give up and leave
They keep up the fight (uuuuh)
But we continue to struggle
But I never give up on you (uuuuh)
I never stop believing in you
I wanna hold you tonight (uuuuh)
I long to embrace you this evening
Everyday everyday, I keep on finding ways to love you more (uuuuh)
Each day, I discover new ways to love you even more
Mama taught me to live this life this way (uuuuh)
My mother taught me to live with this mindset
When you were my girl
When you were the one I cherished
Yes I loved you I loved I loved you in so many ways
I loved you deeply and in numerous ways
More than words can ever say
Beyond what words can express
Well it feels like I can't be broken, when you're by my side (uuuuh)
I feel invincible when you're with me
And love is the only notion so lets make things right (uuuuh)
Love is the sole concept we need, so let's fix things
Yes I know yes Know (uuuuh)
I am aware, I absolutely know
Only you cannot keep my mind (uuuuh)
Only you occupy my thoughts
When I come let me lead you darling (uuuuh)
When I am there, allow me to guide you, my beloved
When you're falling away (uuuuh)
When you feel distant and drifting apart
It's a different world without you by my side
Without you, everything feels different and unfamiliar
I wanna tell you now
I want to confess to you at this moment
Ooh girl
Oh my dear
So why can't we get it on?
So why can't we unite?
Oh darling we can get it on
Oh my love, we can come together
Darling we can get it on
My love, we can make it happen
Get it on get it on get it on I say (get it on)
Take action, let's proceed
Writer(s): Alexander Duval Martin Moody, Elisha Paul Firmin, Jack Tobias Keel, Jamie Anthony France, Jonathan Lloyd Cranstoun, Lebeirth Gordon, Lucas Gabriel Giffard Petter, Paul Kobina Opare-bilson, Tarran-joe Summers
Contributed by Samuel F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Dave fox
on Red Light
This song covers my past my future my now very emotional love it x