Shaka Ponk is a Paris-based band that has created a sound that blends electro, rock, punk, and dance with a stunning live show that combines advanced digital animation with an unsurpassed display of energy from the band members. Released under the French record label tôt Ou tard/ Guess What! (Yael Naim - Piers Faccini), Bad Porn Movie Trax is composed of fourteen high-energy tracks including singles "How We Kill Stars" and "Do".
Shaka Ponk got its start between Paris and Berlin in 2005 from a concept that brings together music, imagery and activism. The former web designer and imaginative frontman of the group, Frah, along with guitarist, CC, came up with a highly original project that combined conventional rock-n-roll elements (dirty guitar riffs and cardiac stimulating beats) with new techniques such as VJing, which mixes sounds and images around an animated monkey character named Goz who is as much a part of the group as the other five members. Since then, the band has been extremely active online creating complex videos and innovative motion graphic work as well as their own online channel, "Monkey TV".
Shaka Ponk performed in New York City for the first time October 2009 in the celebrated CMJ Musical Festival and on November 7, AOL chose the track "How We Kill Stars" off the new album Bad Porn Movie Trax as the Music Video of the Day. The band released the album in the United States on March 1, 2010.
In 2011 the band added a female singer, Samaha Sam, and released their album The Geeks and the Jerkin' Socks in June, 2011.
Twisted minda
Shaka Ponk Lyrics
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I’ve got a crush on you my friend
I can’t explain, I can’t explain, no ...
Guy I wanna try to tell the secret in my mind
But I’m not sure you’d undestand
Da sex insane, that’s insane, ya!
Brain, trya fight for what is wrong and what is right
Can a man be with a man?
A loco game, a loco game, ya!
Boy, my dreamee-toy
If I wanted to explain, I’m not sure you’d understand
But who’s to blame who’s to blame?
No passar por la calle (i can), shut up and dance (i can)
You wanna fight me cause am a guy, cause I’m alive you wanna fight!
But it’s better to stay in the light!
«Run and hide»?
It’s da style the loco perro faciste Hijo de puta fuckiste!
Ah la la la la la sinatwisted-minda
Ah la la la la la sinatwisted-minda
Brain, trya fight for what is wrong and what is right
Can a man be with a man?
A loco game, a loco game, ya!
Boy, my dreamee-toy
If I wanted to explain, I’m not sure you’d understand
But who’s to blame who’s to blame?
I'm not sure you feel the same, it's a shame
Ah la la la la la sinatwisted-minda
Ah la la la la la sinatwisted-minda
I'm not sure you feel the same, who’s to blame?
minda!
The lyrics of Shaka Ponk's "Twisted Mind" touch upon various taboo themes like homosexuality and sexual desires. The song begins with the singer addressing his own mind and asking it to walk away, indicating his reluctance to sleep due to the attraction he feels towards his male friend. He confesses to having a crush on his friend but is uncertain if he will understand his feelings. The singer questions societal norms and wonders if a man can be with another man. He further depicts his inner conflict by referring to his sexual feelings as a "loco game."
As the song progresses, the singer's inner conflict becomes more evident, and he tries to come to terms with his feelings. He acknowledges that he may not be able to explain his feelings to his friend, fearing a lack of understanding. The chorus of the song revolves around questioning who is to blame for these feelings, indicating the self-doubt and internal battle faced by the singer.
Despite the taboo themes, the lyrics are presented in an upbeat and energetic manner, highlighting the inner turmoil one can experience.
Line by Line Meaning
Brain, walk on by I am not gonna sleep tonight
I need to keep thinking and can't rest, so I'm asking my brain to continue to process while I stay awake.
I’ve got a crush on you my friend
I have romantic feelings for you, even though we are just friends.
I can’t explain, I can’t explain, no ...
I can't express my feelings and thoughts to you verbally or adequately describe them in words.
Guy I wanna try to tell the secret in my mind
I want to share a secret that's been with me for a while, but I'm afraid you won't understand.
But I’m not sure you’d undestand
I'm not sure if you'll comprehend or have the capacity to relate to my thoughts and feelings.
Da sex insane, that’s insane, ya!
The passion and intensity I experience in sexual pleasure are beyond what most people perceive or consider to be normal or average.
Brain, trya fight for what is wrong and what is right
I'm asking my brain to help me determine what's ethical, moral, and just, and ensure I stand up for it.
Can a man be with a man?
I'm questioning established norms and values surrounding sexuality and gender roles, wondering if gender should influence who can love who.
A loco game, a loco game, ya!
This whole situation feels irrational and convoluted, but I can't help but feel drawn to it.
Boy, my dreamee-toy
I'm admiring and enamored by someone or something that seems unreal, like a dream or a toy.
But who’s to blame who’s to blame?
I'm uncertain about who bears responsibility or is accountable for the way I feel and think.
No passar por la calle (i can), shut up and dance (i can)
I refuse to be intimidated or stopped by societal expectations or limitations, and I will keep dancing to my own tune.
You wanna fight me cause am a guy, cause I’m alive you wanna fight!
You're challenging me or looking for conflict because of gender or simply because I exist and am different than you.
But it’s better to stay in the light!
It's better to be honest and transparent, to show your true colors and be true to yourself and others, without hiding in the shadows.
«Run and hide»?
Is the best strategy really to run away and hide from challenges and confrontation?
It’s da style the loco perro faciste Hijo de puta fuckiste!
This is the signature, wild and crazy style of the crazy dog who dared to say and do what others didn't, even if they called him a son of a bitch.
Ah la la la la la sinatwisted-minda
The twisted and complicated thoughts and feelings I'm experiencing, resulting in confusion and unrest.
I'm not sure you feel the same, it's a shame
I'm uncertain if you return my feelings, which is disappointing and sad for me.
I'm not sure you feel the same, who’s to blame?
I'm not sure what to attribute my unrequited love to, or who's responsible for it. Perhaps it's just fate.
minda!
The mind is a powerful, yet sometimes enigmatic and confusing thing.
Writer(s): . Shakaponk
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