The band recognizes Perry Hardy as their full-time bassist and Chris White as full-time guitarist, even though they do not play on the albums (with the exception of Hardy on two albums). The band currently uses a lineup of four musicians for concerts, with a second guitar player, but still usually records as only a two-piece (with Carl Fritscher playing all bass and guitar parts, as well as vocals with Phil Rigaud on drums).
The band's name comes from an ancient order of Christian militants called the Knights Templar. Their focus on Middle Ages history is largely informed by Carl Fritscher (singer/guitarist) and Phil Rigaud's (drummer) studies and interests. A Templars album cover was displayed in a History Channel documentary about the Knights Templar. The narrator states that the legacy of the medieval organization has influenced varied aspects of modern society, including as film, literature and "hardcore punk music."
Guardian Angel
The Templars Lyrics
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It seems someone's watching me
Strange as it may seem
Sometimes I don't think right, sometimes I don't think at all
And it won't help me
Strange as it may seem
CHORUS
Guardian Angel - Guides me when I'm unable
Indebted to you and it's so true
Thanks to you I'm free
What have I done wrong, what have I said
to make things this way
I can't get away
Sometimes I don't think right, sometimes I don't think at all
And it won't help me
Strange as it may seem
CHORUS
Repeat first verse
CHORUS
The Templars' song "Guardian Angel" speaks of a person who feels like they are being watched, like someone is keeping an eye on them. The singer acknowledges that sometimes they make bad decisions or say the wrong things, and that they are aware of their own flaws. Despite this, they know that they have someone watching over them, a guardian angel, who guides them when they are unable to guide themselves, and who protects them when they are unstable. The singer is indebted to this guardian angel, as they have helped them become free from their own mistakes and bad choices.
The lyrics of "Guardian Angel" are a call to help, a recognition that sometimes we all need guidance, someone to watch over us when we make bad decisions or say the wrong things. It's a reminder that even in our darkest times, we are not alone, and that there is someone out there who is willing to help us. By acknowledging our own flaws and accepting help when it's offered, we can become stronger and more resilient, able to face the challenges that life throws at us.
Line by Line Meaning
The things I say and the things I do
I am aware of my actions and words.
It seems someone's watching me
I feel like there's a presence observing me.
Strange as it may seem
It's an odd feeling I can't quite explain.
Sometimes I don't think right, sometimes I don't think at all
Occasionally, I may be confused and make poor decisions or have no thoughts at all.
And it won't help me
It doesn't benefit me.
Guardian Angel - Guides me when I'm unable
I have someone who helps and supports me when I can't do it myself.
Guardian Angel - Guides me when I'm unstable
Even in times of emotional or mental instability, I have someone watching over me.
Indebted to you and it's so true
I owe gratitude to my guardian angel.
Thanks to you I'm free
I am liberated because of my guardian angel's assistance.
What have I done wrong, what have I said
I question if my actions or words led to negative consequences.
to make things this way
To cause the current situation.
I can't get away
I feel trapped.
Repeat first verse
Reiterating the initial message that someone is aware of my behavior and choices.
CHORUS
Reframing the message of having a guardian angel watching over and aiding me.
Writer(s): NAOMI JUDD, DON SCHLITZ, JOHN JARVIS
Contributed by Molly J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Dave & Rain
Man... this takes me back... this was my favorite skinhead band and my favorite track. Solid gold!
Guillotina Pagana
The things I say and the things I do
It seems someone's watching me
Strange as it may seem
Sometimes I don't think right, sometimes I don't think at all
And it won't help me
Strange as it may seem
CHORUS
Guardian Angel - Guides me when I'm unable
Guardian Angel - Guides me when I'm unstable
Indebted to you and it's so true
Thanks to you I'm free
What have I done wrong, what have I said
to make things this way
I can't get away
Sometimes I don't think right, sometimes I don't think at all
And it won't help me
x
CHORUS
Guardian Angel - Guides me when I'm unable
Guardian Angel - Guides me when I'm unstable
Indebted to you and it's so true
Thanks to you I'm free
The things I say and the things I do
It seems someone's watching me
Strange as it may seem
Sometimes I don't think right, sometimes I don't think at all
And it won't help me
x
CHORUS
Guardian Angel - Guides me when I'm unable
Guardian Angel - Guides me when I'm unstable
Indebted to you and it's so true
Thanks to you I'm free
Billy Hafley
Love these guys!
MrTravisofthecosmos
The Templars are the best Oi! band.
They take me back to my college/law school years, when I was a skinhead, and wanted to learn history.
Now, I’m a Freemason and Knight-Templar.
LeoNihilism
Ah good, have you found The Apple Of Eden yet?
Gee Up
love ya