Since then, ÄTNA have worked as a duo together with Moses Schneider who has recently helped AnnenMayKantereit to their success. With him, they find new strength. ÄTNA’s songs are gentle pop hymns in which, nevertheless, strident emotions resonate. Their first “ÄTNA”-EP (ÄTNA) caused quite an enthusiasm with critics and heaved the duo onto stages from Rotterdam to Istanbul. Hard to imagine that there will be festivals next year which do without ÄTNA’s electrifying show.
Among Germany’s most exciting newcomers, ÄTNA have already played high profile festivals at home and abroad, and have toured Russia, the Czech Republic, Slovenia and Estonia. In addition, they’ve performed in cities as diverse as Istanbul and London, and that’s not to mention their slot at the Montreux Jazz Festival this year. For a German band, this is quite something.
Like Fever Ray meeting Grimes in London's grandiose Royal Opera House, ÄTNA focus their shows around piano, with analogue effects mixed in directly, loops, effects and delays played live, and nothing automated at all. Moreover, rather than using Autotune to straighten out singer Inéz’ pitch, any vocal treatments only add depth to her striking voice.
Employing elements of dramatically different movements and genres, Inéz and Demian - a creative partnership of equals – create an avant-garde ‘work of art’ in the very best sense of the phrase. With fashion and design integrated into their music, ÄTNA wear monochrome stage costumes and deliver stunning videos, something they succinctly refer to as "making their own world". Montreux Jazz Festival or Coachella? ÄTNA’s minds are made up: both. And they’ve already played Montreux.
Sister
Ätna Lyrics
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I want to have a sister
Oh I'm sharing all my stories with a
Man who doesn't understand me at all
I'm asking all my questions but that man, he doesn't have any answer
No, no, it is not up to him
He's just a man
He's just a man but I am a woman, a woman, a woman
Father Father help me
I want to have a sister
Please father, hep me, to get this silence out of my head
I don't ask for more no, no, no
I don't ask for more no, I just want to have a sister
Father, Father help me
I want to have a sister
Father would you help me?
No, no, no, no it is not up to him
He's just a man
It is not up to him
He's just a man but I want a woman, a woman, a woman
Father Father help me
I want to have a sister
A sister
Need a sister
I got ten brothers
Father, I need a
I need
I need
A sister
In Ätna's song "Sister," the singer is calling out to her father for help in getting a sister. The song begins with the singer feeling misunderstood and unheard by a male figure, and seeks the solace and understanding of a female companion. The repeated chorus "Father, father, help me, I want to have a sister" conveys a sense of deep longing for this relationship to be fulfilled. The singer makes the clear distinction between men and women, emphasizing the need for a female presence and sisterly bond.
Line by Line Meaning
Father, Father help me
Asking for help and guidance from a higher authority.
I want to have a sister
Expressing a desire for a female companion or someone who can understand and empathize with her experiences.
Oh I'm sharing all my stories with a
Opening up and being vulnerable with someone.
Man who doesn't understand me at all
Feeling a disconnect between herself and those she confides in.
I'm asking all my questions but that man, he doesn't have any answer
Seeking guidance and wisdom, but not receiving helpful responses.
No, no, it is not up to him
This man is not responsible for providing what she needs.
He's just a man
Acknowledging that men and women have different experiences and perspectives in life.
Please father, hep me, to get this silence out of my head
Desiring to break free from isolation and loneliness.
I don't ask for more no, no, no
Being content with basic needs and not seeking material things.
I don't ask for more no, I just want to have a sister
Desiring a deeper connection and understanding with a female companion.
No, no, no, no it is not up to him
Reiterating that this man cannot provide her with what she needs.
He's just a man
Reminding herself that men and women have different experiences.
A sister
Expressing a longing for sisterhood and bonding with other women.
Need a sister
Emphasizing the importance of sisterhood to her.
I got ten brothers
Acknowledging the presence of male support in her life, but desiring a female connection as well.
Father, I need a
Asking for support and guidance from her father figure.
I need
Expressing a strong desire and need for sisterhood.
A sister
Reiterating the importance of sisterhood and female companionship.
Contributed by Tristan O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Slyce82
I just recently stumbled over ÄTNA via MEUTE (who I found not much earlier). After hearing it 2 or 3 times, Weirdo quickly became one of my absolute favourites. Then I started to look around - and "Won't stop" instantly hit me hard. Cool, a new favourite! After it caught my attention, it took some attempts, and suddenly "Ruining my brain" was all over me, as it is more interesting. The famiglia-tracks didn't catch me at first as I am all about electronics. Though I thought that one song wasn't to bad. Gave it another try later, and what can I say? Happened again. This one here is so incredibly awesome, everything about it is just so good, the analogue drumming as a bonus...
Sister is absolutely my new favourite favourite song.
Too sad I seem to have covered it all for the moment...
@bennibenjamin1194
Love your music, but always thought that you should not use your crazy effects on the vocals (which I really like) every time. Thanks for letting me hear your "clean" voice. Awesome!!! And of course, Damien is definitely one of the most gifted and creative drummers around in Germany. Man, how cool is 2:43!
@herbertdruschke503
i discovered the band while i was randomly listening to the radio the other day which was a fortune. especially the "audiovisual suite 2018" is one of the most exciting travels between music and visuals ( for me personally). i am pretty much impressed and touched by ätna for many reasons: the minimalistic approach, the emotional impact, the art of the musicians who also appear very sympathic to me , let alone all the creative concepts and ideas with which they assemble music with visuals including a unique dressing style.
yeah. glad to discover ätna. love and respect. cheers, herb
@adam_volt
oh damn, this is good music and amazing musicians. keep up the great work, love duos <3
@GibsTduHandy
god the drums are so clean
what a song so goooood
@PeterAbt
Danke das ich euch beim Open Ohr erleben durfte, war Klasse! Der Song bleibt im Kopf 🤩
@drawace9094
Goosebumps!
@marifeblanco6493
F-A-B-U-L-O-U-S and POWERFUL!!!!
@JaLe77
Hello ihr beiden 🙂 Ich mag eure Musik, euren Sound+Text sehr. Die Art, vermutlich euer Inneres so klangvoll, einzigartig, professionell und gefühlvoll nach Außen zu tragen, ist sehr besonders für mich. Ich bin wirklich talentfrei in Bezug auf Musikinstrumente, Stimme, Töne etc. 🤭Ich höre nur auf meinen Bauch und das, was er da "hört", spiegelt auch euren beruflichen Hintergrund wider - Chapeau & merci! ❤
@devetkralikov
Blow my mind! You concert in Prague was unforgettable!