1. The most well… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least two groups called The Perishers.
1. The most well-known group is a Swedish indie rock band. The band began in 1997 composed of six members, since 2001 it has consisted of Ola Klüft (vocals, guitar), Martin Gustafson (keyboards, backing vocals), Pehr Åström (bass), and Thomas Hedlund (drums).
Although they have not had a major commercial breakthrough yet, they do have a fanbase that stretches across Europe and North America. They've had several songs appear in episodes of some popular American television programs: Grey's Anatomy, The OC, Veronica Mars, One Tree Hill, 16 and Pregnant, and Greek. Their song Sway also plays on the "College rock" station in the Sims 2. Also of note is the fact that Sarah Isaksson (Klüft's former vocal teacher) is a featured artist on their song Pills.
Since 2011, Ola Klüft has been performing solo under the name A Lanky Swede. Thomas Hedlund has been seen playing drums for Phoenix during their North American Tour.
2. The Perishers were a beat band of the 1960s, based in Liverpool, United Kingdom. Previously known as The Seftons, they released just one single, in 1968: 'How Does It Feel' b/w 'Bye Bye Baby'.
3. The Perishers are a British that has released two albums as of 2007. The band is a four-piece originally from Basingstoke but now based in London. The Perishers are: Paul Osbourne (vocals, bass), Torquil Pagdin (guitar), Spencer Chisholm (guitar) and Diff (drums).
Carefree
The Perishers Lyrics
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Forever you and me, forever me and you
Carefree, I know it's not my fault
I long to be forgiven for whatever it is I've done
Tonight the ocean's at my feet
The stars glitter just like diamonds
I'm here to drown my fears
Carefree, I know we're not the same
I'm trapped too long to be free
Carefree, sing another song
And turn the night light on
And watch me fall asleep
Tonight the ocean's at my feet
The stars glitter just like diamonds
I'm here to drown my fears
So I can wake up empty and be
Carefree, why can we not be
Forever you and me, forever me and you
Carefree, let me be carefree
Always be carefree
Let me be carefree
Always be carefree
The Perishers' song "Carefree" reflects on the desire for simplicity and freedom from worries and anxieties. The lyrics are driven by a lament for the inability to maintain a carefree existence, represented by the line "Carefree, why can we not be, forever you and me, forever me and you?" The singer is apologetic for any obstacles he may have caused that prevent the carefree life he craves, but at the same time acknowledges that he is a prisoner of sorts to his own circumstances, unable to escape the entrapment within himself.
The song paints a picture of a beach in the middle of the night, with the vastness of the ocean stretching out before the singer. The stars reflect in the water, and it is to this vastness that the singer turns to "drown my fears." The ocean represents an escape from the misery of feeling trapped and weighed down by his worries, while the stars provide a sense of hope for something beyond the mundane.
The lyrics of "Carefree" tap into the longing we all experience at times for freedom from our anxieties and for a life free from fear. The song captures that bittersweet feeling of simultaneous hope and despair that we carry with us as we move through life.
Line by Line Meaning
Carefree, why can we not be
Expressing a desire for a carefree, uncomplicated life and a questioning of why it is not possible.
Forever you and me, forever me and you
Desire for a long-lasting and ideal partnership.
Carefree, I know it's not my fault
Acknowledging a past mistake and wanting to be forgiven.
I long to be forgiven for whatever it is I've done
Asking for forgiveness from a loved one despite being unsure of what wrong has been committed.
Tonight the ocean's at my feet
The artist is enjoying a peaceful and calming moment while surrounded by nature.
The stars glitter just like diamonds
The beauty of the night sky is being appreciated and compared to precious stones.
I'm here to drown my fears
The singer is using this time to escape from their anxieties and worries.
So I can wake up empty and be
The artist wants to be free from their emotional burdens and start anew.
Carefree, I know we're not the same
The artist recognizes the differences between themselves and their partner.
I'm trapped too long to be free
The artist feels stuck and unable to break free from their current situation.
Carefree, sing another song
Asking for distraction and wanting to be comforted from the sadness or worries.
And turn the night light on
Asking for the night light to be left on to provide a sense of safety or calmness.
And watch me fall asleep
The singer wants their partner to provide comfort and care as they fall asleep.
Carefree, let me be carefree
A plea to be free from worry and anxiety to enjoy life.
Always be carefree
Asking for the same level of freedom and lack of concern to be shared with their partner.
Let me be carefree
Reiterating the desire to have a carefree and enjoyable life.
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Kanno Yoichi
on Trouble Sleeping
I’m having trouble sleeping
不眠症な僕の
You’re jumping in my bed
ベットの上で君はジャンプして
Twisting in my head
頭の中をねじるんだ。
Leave me
そっとしておくれ。
I’m having trouble breathing
呼吸困難な僕の
You’re sitting on my chest
胸の上で君は座って
I sure could use the rest
確かに安息できたんだ。
Leave me
そっとしておくれ。
It’s you
君さ
Why’s it always you
何故いつも君なんだ
and never me?
何故僕じゃなく。
I’ve never dared to let
僕には勇気がなかった
my feelings free
心を解き放つ
Why’s it always you
何故いつも君なんだ
and never me?
何故僕じゃなく
I’ve never cared
構ってあげられない僕の
too much about honesty
あまりにも素直な気持ち。
I’m having trouble sleeping
不眠症な僕の
I’m thinking of what you said
君の言った事を考えて
About the tears been shed
流れた涙のわけも
Leave me
離れて行く
It’s you
それは君
Now and always you
ずっと君なんだ
but never me
決して僕じゃなく
I’ve never dared to
僕には勇気がなかった
let my feelings free
感情を解き放つ
Why’s it always you
何故いつも君なんだ
and never me?
何故僕じゃなく
I’ve never cared
構ってあげられなかった僕の
too much about honesty
あまりにも素直な気持ちさ。