The name of the ba… Read Full Bio ↴The Donots formed in 1993 in Ibbenbüren, Germany.
The name of the band came into being by chance: The bassist of the band, Jan-Dirk Poggemann wanted to name the band like the pastries donuts, but he wrote the name the wrong way by mistake. The other band members liked the name, because they found their philosophy in the name (donots = do nothing, like slackers), so they retained the name. Very rarely the band calls themselves "Ibbtown Rockers" because of their provenance.
The US edition of “Wake The Dogs” features 14 new songs from the punk-veterans, plus 2 additional bonus tracks not included in the original German release, and was released on OK! Good Records.
Members
Ingo Knollmann (Vocalist) - since 1993
Guido Knollman (Guitar) - since 1993
Jan Dirk Poggemann (Bass Guitar) - since 1993
Eike Herwig (Drums) - since 1995
Alex Siebenbiedel (Guitar) - since 1996
Discography
1996: Pedigree Punk
1998: Tonight's Karaoke-Contest Winners
1999: Better Days Not Included
2001: Pocketrock
2002: Amplify the Good Times
2002: We're Not Gonna Take It
2004: Got the Noise
2005: 10 Years of Noise (DVD)
2006: The Story So Far: Ibbtown Chronicles
2008: Coma Chameleon
2010: The Long Way Home
2012: Wake The Dogs
Stop The Clocks
Donots Lyrics
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Demand another lie
No matter how I try
Wish I could disappear
I know myself
I know myself well enough
Down
The only way is down
My face down on the ground
What am I doing here?
I know myself
I know myself well enough
And if I could stop the clocks
If I could make this moment mine
I'd make the most of a bad time
I wish I could stop the clocks
And wash away those lies
It's all that I could wish for
Tonight
Down
The only way is down
My face down on the ground
What am I doing here?
I know myself
I know myself well enough
And now my angels need angels
To help me get out of this hell
I know myself well enough
To know that I don't know myself
And if I could stop the clocks
If I could make this moment mine
I'd make the most of a bad time
I wish I could stop the clocks
And wash away those lies
It's all that I could wish for
Tonight
And if I could stop the clocks
If I could make this moment mine
I'd make the most of a bad time (oh)
I wish I could stop the clocks
And wash away those lies
It's all that I could wish for
Tonight
The lyrics of Donots's song "Stop the Clocks" speak to the feeling of being trapped in a cycle of lies and self-doubt. The singer is weary of being demanded to tell more lies, and wishes they could disappear. They acknowledge that the only way to go is down, and wonder why they are in their current situation. The line, "I know myself well enough" is repeated twice throughout the song, indicating that the singer has a deep understanding of themselves, but it's not enough to get them out of their situation. They express a desire to stop time, to make this moment their own, and to make the most of a bad time. Ultimately, the song is a plea to wash away the lies and for a chance to start anew.
The song's lyrics are relatable to many people who have experienced feeling trapped in a cycle, whether it be with relationships, work or other aspects of their lives. The line "What am I doing here?" rings true to those who have ever found themselves lost and questioning their current circumstances. The repetition of the line "I wish I could stop the clocks" is a powerful image that emphasizes the feeling of being stuck and unable to move forward. The song has a tone of desperation, and the singer acknowledges that they need help to get out of their situation.
Line by Line Meaning
Lies
The singer is acknowledging that they have been told lies
Demand another lie
The singer is expressing frustration with others perpetuating their dishonesty
No matter how I try
The singer has attempted to change the situation but has been unsuccessful
Wish I could disappear
The artist is feeling overwhelmed and wishes to escape their reality
I know myself
The artist is emphasizing their self-awareness
I know myself well enough
The singer is confident in their self-awareness
Down
The singer is feeling defeated
The only way is down
The artist feels that their situation can only get worse
My face down on the ground
The artist is experiencing a moment of hopelessness
What am I doing here?
The artist is questioning their choices and actions
And if I could stop the clocks
The singer is expressing a desire to stop time and change their situation
If I could make this moment mine
The artist wishes to take control of their current situation
I'd make the most of a bad time
The singer wishes to find a way to turn their bad situation into something positive
And wash away those lies
The singer wants to rid themselves of the dishonesty they have been subjected to
It's all that I could wish for
The singer is emphasizing the importance of honesty and control in their life
And now my angels need angels
The artist feels that they require help from others, despite usually being the one who helps others
To help me get out of this hell
The artist feels trapped in their current situation and needs assistance to escape it
To know that I don't know myself
The singer is acknowledging their own uncertainty or confusion about their identity
I'd make the most of a bad time (oh)
The singer would find a way to make something good out of a negative experience
It's all that I could wish for
The artist emphasizes that their desire is to have control and honesty in their life
Tonight
The artist is emphasizing their desire for immediate change
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Eike Herwig, Guido Knollmann, Ingo Knollmann, Jan Dirk Poggemann, Alexander Siedenbiedel
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