The First is from … Read Full Bio ↴There are 5 bands with the name The Jolly Rogers.
The First is from North Carolina. They have recorded on the John Lennon bus. They released their first abum "Under The Sombrero" on April 20 2007. They are no longer active.
The second is a ska band from Hamilton, Ontario formed mostly by students and ex-students of Westmount and Hill Park secondary schools. The band became locally huge to an extent that hadn't been seen for a ska band in the Hamilton area since the Wisties. On February 20, 2006, the sax player of the band died and the band hasn't played any shows since. The website of this band is http://thejollyrogers.ca/.
The third is a pirate-themed folk group that plays at Renaissance festivals. Their high-energy performances of traditional sea shanties, humorous songs and improvisational comedy skits are big crowd pleasers where ever they go. http://www.chivalry.com/jollyrogers/
The fourth is now known as Oh No! Oh My! http://www.last.fm/music/Oh+No%21+Oh+My%21
The last, but not least, is a high school 4-piece from suburban Washington, DC that plays power-punk-pop, with influences like blink-182 and mxpx among others, but with impactful songwriting to keep it fresh.
http://www.myspace.com/jollyrogerspunx
South Australia
The Jolly Rogers Lyrics
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Heave away! haul away!
South Australia 'round Cape Horn
Bound for South Australia!
Haul away, you rollin' king!
To me, heave away! To me, haul away!
Haul away, you'll hear me sing
As I went out one morning fair
Heave away! haul away!
It's there I met Miss Nancy Blair!
Bound for South Australia!
Haul away, you rollin' king!
To me, heave away! To me, haul away!
Haul away, you'll hear me sing
We're bound for South Australia!
I rollicked her up, and I rollicked her down
Heave away! haul away!
Rollicked her 'round old London Town
Bound for South Australia
Haul away, you rollin' king!
To me, heave away! To me, haul away!
Haul away, you'll hear me sing
We're bound for South Australia!
You еver go wallopin' 'round Cape Horn
Heavе away! haul away!
You wished to Christ you'd never been born!
Bound for South Australia!
Haul away, you rollin' king!
To me, heave away! To me, haul away!
Haul away, you'll hear me sing
We're bound for South Australia!
The only thing that grieves me mind
Heave away! haul away!
Is leavin' Nancy Blair behind!
Bound for South Australia!
Haul away, you rollin' king!
To me, heave away! To me, haul away!
Haul away, you'll hear me sing
We're bound for South Australia!
The lyrics to The Jolly Rogers' song "South Australia" depict the journey of a sailor who was born in South Australia and is now embarking on a voyage around Cape Horn, ultimately returning to his homeland. The song begins with the sailor proudly stating his birthplace and the direction they are heading. The repetitive chorus, "Haul away, you rollin' king! To me, heave away! To me, haul away! Haul away, you'll hear me sing, We're bound for South Australia!" emphasizes the unity and determination of the crew as they set sail.
In the second verse, the sailor recalls a meeting with Miss Nancy Blair, whom he presumably encountered during his time in London. This encounter adds a dash of romance to the otherwise seafaring narrative. The sailor's description of "rollicking" Miss Nancy Blair up and down suggests a playful and joyous relationship as they adventured together.
The third verse shifts the mood as the sailor reflects on the treacherous journey around Cape Horn. The sailor acknowledges the hardships of sailing in that region, expressing that one would regret their very existence in moments of extreme difficulty. This verse highlights the dangerous and unpredictable nature of the voyage.
The final verse reveals the sailor's only sadness: leaving Nancy Blair behind. Despite the excitement and anticipation of returning home to South Australia, the sailor is torn by the thought of parting with the woman he met in London. This verse brings a touch of melancholy to the song, evoking the bittersweet emotions that come with the sailor's departure.
Overall, "South Australia" is a sea shanty that captures the spirit of adventure, camaraderie, and longing for home that often accompanied sailors on their journeys. It showcases the sailor's pride in his birthplace, his colorful escapades with Miss Nancy Blair, and the challenges he faces while sailing around Cape Horn.
Line by Line Meaning
In South Australia, I was born
I originated in the land of South Australia
South Australia 'round Cape Horn
Sailing around Cape Horn towards the destination of South Australia
Bound for South Australia!
On a journey to reach the shores of South Australia
Haul away, you rollin' king!
Pull with force, you mighty leader!
To me, heave away! To me, haul away!
Bring forth the power, pull with strength!
Haul away, you'll hear me sing
Sing along as we exert our efforts in pulling
We're bound for South Australia!
Our destined course is set for South Australia
As I went out one morning fair
During a pleasant morning, I ventured out
It's there I met Miss Nancy Blair!
It was in that place where I encountered Miss Nancy Blair!
I rollicked her up, and I rollicked her down
I had lively adventures, both joyful and tumultuous, with her
Rollicked her 'round old London Town
Engaged in merriment, traveling around historic London
You ever go wallopin' 'round Cape Horn
If you ever navigate forcefully around Cape Horn
You wished to Christ you'd never been born!
You would fervently regret your existence!
The only thing that grieves me mind
The sole source of sorrow in my thoughts
Is leavin' Nancy Blair behind!
Is the act of departing from Nancy Blair!
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: RUPERT CHRISTIE, MICHAEL WILLIAM HAWKINS, JOHN LEONARD MCDONNELL, JOHN ANTHONY BROWN, JONATHAN ROBERT CLEAVE, CHRISTOPHER JOHN LETHBRIDGE, TREVOR FREDERICK GRILLS, JULIAN NICHOLAS BROWN, NIGEL SHERRATT, JEREMY DAVID BROWN, RICHARD PETER ROWE, TRADITIONAL,
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@milothegamer1949
Yet another great song as always
@alexanderhoward2777
I love your guy’s musics. Thanks!
@captainidiot4301
Fuxkin this song fuxkin slaps boys. Fuxkin waltzin matilda. Love it ❤
@mrtubs8440
I can’t believe it, I lost my YouTube account and when I get around to making a new one you guys have gone from 10k to 21k, love your content guys. Keep up the grind❤
@matthewpierce9713
I hope you guys make knew songs. Y’all are my favorite bands, keep up the good song making
@TheJollyRogers
Count on it, Matthew!
@justinroux1610
I love shanties and the jolly rogers is to blame for it
@captainidiot4301
Ive autistically fixated on this song now. Also im drunk ❤. Fuckin i love you guys to bits. The lot of yes
@TheJollyRogers
Drinking is very important when listening to The Jolly Rogers: the more you drink, the better we are. 😁
@elin_orion_3277
Good song ฅ^•ﻌ•^ฅ