4 Promille was an Oi!-band, formed by Volker Grüner, ex-guitarist in the ba… Read Full Bio ↴4 Promille was an Oi!-band, formed by Volker Grüner, ex-guitarist in the band Störkraft. The band split up in 2007. In the beginning 4 Promille was a solo-project by Volker Grüner, on the LP Die "Jungs von nebenan" was the first record with other members.

Many lyrics are about consuming alcohol. After they got 2 records published by themselves the band signed by the Oi!-label Knock-Out Records who published another 2 records. 4 Promille took distance from Störkraft because of their rightist activism (in the song Splitternackt they sing "Der Jörg isn Arsch, der Jörg isn Arsch, der Jörg kommt aus Andernach" - Jörg is an ass, Jörg is an ass, Jörg is an ass, he's coming from Andernach - the song was dedicated to Jörg Petrisch, Störkraft vocalist and lyrics writer).

Discography [Bearbeiten]

* Wo sind denn all die Leute (self-produced 1993)
* Trinken & Fahren MCD (Pro-CD - Rock-O-Rama 1995)
* War das sein bester Freund CD (PRO-CD, Rock-O-Rama 1995)
* Die Jungs von nebenan (self-produced 1998)
* Im nächsten Leben (Knock-Out Records 1999)
* Und ab... (Knock-Out Records 2001)
* Alte Schule (Knock-Out Records 2006)

Jenny
4 Promille Lyrics

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Jenny was only seventeen when she cut her hair
Her mother said: "your crazy girl" but she didn't care
So she didn't found a job, got the rest ...
The boys just getted for ..., but she didn't care

Jenny was, Jenny was only seventeen, seventeen
Jenny was, Jenny was only seventeen, seventeen

Jenny is a Skinheadmaid and she is on whine
The teachers who were tolerant ...
There were many nights of fun where the boys never run
Some of them ..., Jenny didn't care

Jenny was, Jenny was only seventeen, seventeen
Jenny was, Jenny was only seventeen, seventeen

Jenny was, Jenny was only seventeen, seventeen
Jenny was, Jenny was only seventeen, seventeen
Jenny was, Jenny was only seventeen, seventeen
Jenny was, Jenny was only seventeen, seventeen

Her mother who was ignorant never really cares
She thought it was a ... kid, Jenny didn't care
Her mother never ...
Never thought it was a way of life, Jenny didn't care

Jenny was, Jenny was only seventeen, seventeen
Jenny was, Jenny was only seventeen, seventeen

Jenny was, Jenny was only seventeen, seventeen
Jenny was, Jenny was only seventeen, seventeen

Overall Meaning

The song "Jenny" by 4 Promille speaks about a young girl who decides to express herself in a non-conventional way by cutting her hair short and becoming a skinhead. The lyrics describe how Jenny's actions were met with disbelief and disapproval from her mother and teachers, but Jenny remained steadfast in her decision and didn't care for their opinions. Despite facing discrimination and marginalization, Jenny found camaraderie with boys who shared her beliefs and lifestyle.

The words "Jenny was, Jenny was only seventeen, seventeen" are repeated throughout the song, emphasizing Jenny's youth and innocence. The lyrics also touch on the societal pressure to conform to societal norms and expectations, and the difficulty of finding acceptance when one chooses to go against the norm.

Overall, "Jenny" is a poignant ode to youthful expression and rebellion, and a reminder to embrace individuality and stand up for oneself in the face of adversity.

Line by Line Meaning

Jenny was only seventeen when she cut her hair
At the young age of seventeen, Jenny decided to make a drastic change to her appearance by cutting off all her hair.

Her mother said: "your crazy girl" but she didn't care
Even though her mother disapproved and called her crazy, Jenny remained steadfast in her decision and held true to her desires.

So she didn't found a job, got the rest ...
After making this change, Jenny struggled to find employment and support herself financially. She faced challenges but did not give up.

The boys just getted for ..., but she didn't care
Despite facing judgement and unwanted attention from boys, Jenny remained confident and unapologetic in her choices.

Jenny is a Skinheadmaid and she is on whine
Jenny identifies as a Skinheadmaid and enjoys whine, a type of music often associated with the skinhead subculture.

The teachers who were tolerant ...
Jenny's teachers displayed a level of acceptance and tolerance towards her identity and lifestyle.

There were many nights of fun where the boys never run
Jenny enjoyed many fun nights and experiences with others who shared her interests, and no one was scared off by her appearance or personality.

Some of them ..., Jenny didn't care
Even though some people judged or mistreated her, Jenny did not let it affect her sense of self or her joy in life.

Her mother who was ignorant never really cares
Jenny's mother remained ignorant and uninterested in understanding or accepting her daughter's choices and lifestyle.

She thought it was a ... kid, Jenny didn't care
Jenny's mother had a narrow-minded view of her daughter and thought of her as rebellious or troublesome, but Jenny did not let this discourage her.

Her mother never ...
Jenny's mother never tried to communicate with her daughter or understand her choices, and this lack of support did not stop Jenny from living her life on her own terms.

Never thought it was a way of life, Jenny didn't care
Despite her mother's lack of understanding, Jenny saw her lifestyle and identity as a valid and important part of who she was and did not let any outside opinions sway her from this belief.

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