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!
Wondergirl
The Dualers Lyrics
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And talk a whole different way of talking
It shows
And everybody seems to know
There's a look on my face
A little more of my sense of humour
has appeared
It must be someone's presence here
Gotta shout out with words that
describe her best
Wonderful's the girl
It's her that connects
The spring to my step
She's transformed my world
Forever under the spell
Of wonderful wonder girl
No more clouds from my sun
I'm gonna smile 'cos a smile's so easy
Even when there's little cause to be smiling
No more nights on my own
There will be no time for feeling lonely
Could it be
That I'm sharing my company
Well I guess I'll try and explain
Why a bridge goes to a chorus once again
Wonderful's the girl
It's her that connects
The spring to my step
She's transformed my world
Forever under the spell
Of wonderful wonder girl
The Dualers's song Wondergirl is about a man who has undergone a significant change since meeting his love interest. He shares that he now walks and talks differently than before, and everyone around him has noticed this transformation. He describes his face now shows a little more sense of humor, which he attributes to the presence of "someone" in his life. He then confesses that he wants to shout out words that describe this wonderful girl because she has connected the spring to his step and transformed his world. He describes how she has brought sunshine to his life and made him smile more often even when there is little reason to. He concludes with how he is no longer alone and enjoys sharing his company with her.
The song is a beautiful tribute to the transformative power of love. It highlights how being in a healthy and loving relationship can have positive effects on one's mental, emotional, and physical health. From the lyrics, it is evident that the songwriter believes that his lover has a special hold over him, and he is happy to surrender to the spell she holds him under.
Line by Line Meaning
For I walk, a new walk
I am walking differently now; perhaps with more confidence or purpose.
And talk a whole different way of talking
I am communicating differently; perhaps I am more open or expressive.
It shows
Other people can see the change in me.
And everybody seems to know
It is evident to everyone around me.
There's a look on my face
My facial expressions reflect the change in my attitude.
A little more of my sense of humour has appeared
I am more lighthearted and humorous than before.
It must be someone's presence here
The change in me is due to the presence of someone special.
So I guess it's time to confess
I feel the need to admit something important.
Gotta shout out with words that describe her best
I need to proclaim my feelings for this person using the most fitting words.
Wonderful's the girl
The girl is truly wonderful and amazing.
It's her that connects
She is the reason for the change in me.
The spring to my step
She has brought new energy and motivation into my life.
She's transformed my world
My life has changed for the better since meeting her.
Forever under the spell
I am deeply under her influence and always will be.
Of wonderful wonder girl
She truly is a wonderful and amazing person deserving of admiration and praise.
No more clouds from my sun
My previously gloomy outlook has completely shifted and I am much happier now.
I'm gonna smile 'cos a smile's so easy
I am finding it much easier to be happy and positive.
Even when there's little cause to be smiling
I am finding reasons to be happy even in difficult situations.
No more nights on my own
I am no longer lonely and without companionship.
There will be no time for feeling lonely
I will always have her company and support in my life.
Could it be that I'm sharing my company
I am sharing my time and experiences with someone special.
Well I guess I'll try and explain
I will attempt to put my feelings into words.
Why a bridge goes to a chorus once again
I am repeating the chorus because it perfectly captures how I feel about this amazing woman.
Contributed by Kaylee G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Lyrics
For I walk, a new walk
And talk a whole different way of talking
It shows
And everybody seems to know
There's a look on my face
A little more of my sense of humour
Has appeared
It must be someone's presence here
So I guess it's time to confess
Gotta shout out with words that
Describe her best
Wonderful's the girl
It's her that connects
The spring to my step
She's transformed my world
Forever under the spell
Of wonderful wonder girl
No more clouds from my sun
I'm gonna smile 'cos a smile's so easy
Even when there's little cause to be smiling
No more nights on my own
There will be no time for feeling lonely
Could it be
That I'm sharing my company
Well I guess I'll try and explain
Why a bridge goes to a chorus once again
Wonderful's the girl
It's her that connects
The spring to my step
She's transformed my world
Forever under the spell
Of wonderful wonder girl
@leewales2652
This song means so much to me. I went through bad times and struggled daily until I finally reached out for help. I'm so glad i did because I'm here typing this whilst listening to this. I see this song as a gift to my daughter who truly is a WONDERFUL girl. She got the spring back in my step and she's the one I keep smiling for. Love to you all ❤❤👍
@aprildent8456
13 years ago, this is fabulous why have we not heard more of them great voices
@juliawestmacott5325
I simply love them. They sure have fantastic harmony.
@duster15670
Top song even now in October 2020 after a miserable year...should get these lads back and give them the 15 mins of fame they deserve!!.🤠👏👏👏✌️
@davidhoult4653
I second that👍Should have been at the top . Superb. 👏👌
@shuiwahlee5836
Wowww... Every song I listen to of these, get better and better ❤️
@tinaeves1263
The Dualers they rock love them to bits , give me so much music , singing pleasure love you lads xxx
@anthonybutler6365
Only recently found the duallers their music and talent just makes me happy
@ingenious4t
Steady drift, gets into your head won't leave, stay as long as you want, sweet song. Dualers the split is too long apart, we need to put the Dual back in...
@madmacska
im abs blown away by the duelers,just superb,2009 im gonna travel down south to see these guys,soooo great and underated{so far}best thing i have heard all year.