With Danny (Bass) and Shannon (Keys) growing up on the north coast with a lifestyle of surfing and skating, the boys found a passion for jazz and funk music passed on by their musical Dad and after hearing their cousin Laura sing for the first time on a family holiday it created a dream they had to pursue of one day moving to Sydney and starting a band together. Laura would find tapes of song ideas in the letter box at her northern beaches home in Sydney and would add melody and lyrics, waiting until the next time the families got together to create the final products.
After years of long distance writing together the boys joined Laura in Sydney where the band recorded an EP 'Originate'. The EP propelled the band around the Sydney scene and led to an appearance on national television as part of the Logie award winning series 'All Saints' where the band performed two songs off the EP 'Why' and the track that opened the show, 'Dreamland'.
It's been a long wait but after more shows and heap of touring the band have just released their self titled debut album through Vitamin Records which was launched in June 2010 to a sell out crowd at one of Sydney's most prestigious live music venues, The Basement. The album involves some of the most recognised musicians in the industry and so do their live shows with the band playing regularly as a six piece all over Australia. Within months of its release, tracks off the album have been receiving airplay on Triple J and various community radio stations across Australia.
Brother
Uncle Jed Lyrics
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Sleep now under my skin
Make sure you’ll try to
Conjure the wind
And ease my mind
Oh oh oh
Somebody call out to your brother
He’s calling out your name
Ooh ooh ooh
Hiding under the covers
With no one else to blame
Ooh ooh ooh
You couldn’t help out your own neighbor
You couldn’t tell it to his face
You were f*cked up by the blame
You cower in the corner
Confide in your father
Let it out and say
Let it pass away
Sleep now under my skin
Make sure you try to
Conjure the wind
And ease my mind
And I said
Oh oh oh
Somebody call out to your brother
He’s calling out your name
Ooh ooh ooh
Hiding under the covers
With no one else to blame
Ooh ooh ooh
You couldn’t help out your own neighbor
You couldn’t tell it to his face
You were f*cked up by the blame
You cower in the corner
Confide in your father
Let it out and say
You cower in the corner
Confide in your father
Let it break your day
Let it out and say
Wait there
Pull yourself out of this state dear
Acknowledge you were a fake here
From there on you might just grow
Oh oh oh
Somebody call out to your brother
He’s calling out your name
Ooh ooh ooh
Hiding under the covers
With no one else to blame
Ooh ooh ooh
Oh, you couldn’t help out your own neighbor
You couldn’t tell it to his face
You were f*cked up by the blame
The song "Brother" by Uncle Jed is a powerful piece with a strong message of self-reflection, repentance and redemption. The lyrics are filled with emotional and evocative imagery that speaks of a deep-seated longing for forgiveness and a sense of belonging. The chorus emphasizes the need for empathy and compassion in relationships, especially in the context of family and community.
The opening lines "Sleep now under my skin, make sure you'll try to conjure the wind and ease my mind" set the introspective mood of the song. The singer is seeking comfort and reassurance from someone close to them. The reference to the wind can be seen as a metaphor for change, indicating that the singer is open to reconciliation and forgiveness, and is willing to make amends.
The second verse is a call for action and empathy towards others, especially those in need. The repetition of "somebody call out to your brother" emphasizes the urgency of the message. The lines "you couldn't help out your own neighbor, you couldn't tell it to his face, you were f*cked up by the blame" suggest a sense of guilt and shame that the singer feels for not having done enough to help others. The song then transitions to the bridge, where the singer advises the listener to "pull yourself out of this state, acknowledge you were a fake here, from there on you might just grow." This can be interpreted as a call to self-reflection and acceptance, as a necessary step towards personal growth and healing.
Overall, "Brother" speaks to the universal human experience of longing for connection and meaning in life. It is a song that encourages empathy, compassion, and reflection, and raises critical questions about the role of community and support in our emotional well-being.
Line by Line Meaning
Sleep now under my skin
Rest within me, let my love and protection surround you
Make sure you’ll try to Conjure the wind
Attempt to summon powerful forces to help ease your troubles
And ease my mind
Bring peace to my heart and soul
Somebody call out to your brother
Someone, anyone, reach out to those in need
He’s calling out your name
There are people around you that need your help
Hiding under the covers
Avoiding responsibility and ignoring problems won't make them go away
With no one else to blame
Don't shift the responsibility of your actions onto others
You couldn’t help out your own neighbor
Failing to help those near to you shows a disregard for human connection
You couldn’t tell it to his face
Confrontation is difficult, but it is necessary for growth and resolution
You were f*cked up by the blame
Being blamed for something can be traumatic, but it's important to take responsibility for your own actions
You cower in the corner
You allow fear and shame to control and limit you
Confide in your father
Seek guidance and support from those who love you
Let it out and say
Be honest with yourself and others about your feelings and actions
Let it break your day
Allow painful experiences to shape you and teach you, rather than letting them defeat you
Wait there
Take a moment to reflect and consider your actions and emotions
Pull yourself out of this state dear
Find the strength and courage to overcome your struggles
Acknowledge you were a fake here
Admit to yourself that you have made mistakes and acted dishonestly
From there on you might just grow
Once you face your flaws and weaknesses, you have the power to become a better person
Writer(s): Olivier Lambin Copyright: Hi Jack
Contributed by Kaylee M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@jacden70
This is a very, very difficult song to sing. Listen to how clearly every word is sung and how well the guitar and piano blend with such an angelic voice. Listen to the phrasing and to the pauses. Listen to how beautifully the singer moves from her "chest" voice to her falsetto. This song is one of those "Wow" moments and is one of the best performances done anywhere. Wow.
@rjrod6381
+Denny Soinski nice comment. I like it when people actually LISTEN to music like that.
@thejedpower
🙏
@nico007916
I agree with you with every word you said
@scorpion5791
Denny Soinski
@Jakilyn
It is absolutely perfect
@achmadyasirbaeda5134
near perfect version of Brother ..... First heard it performed on 2013 Australian Got Talent. Then I've heard it again tonight ..... it's still hit big to my feeling ..... it gave me chills. Thanks, Uncle Jed. You've make your mark to the world.
@caiohenriquesilva489
2022, E ainda me surpreendo com o quão linda essa música pode ser ! Parabéns pelo incrível talento de vocês . Saudações brasileiras .
@litalr400
I just love these moments when you're accidentally come across magical music on youtube...
@lovelotte20
Dror ogo Really true! I need more of this in my daily life haha <3 This kind of music makes me so emotional..