I'm into folk
Bart Peeters & De Radio's Lyrics


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I got a home computer
I got lots of floppy disks
But as for my taste in music
I won't take many risks
I only like the real thing
'Cause I'm a healthy bloke
My friends are into hip hop
But I am into folk

So i go...

I hear it in the country
I hear it in the town
I hear it in the pubs,
where I drink until I drown
Don't wanna take no drugs:
No pills, no shit, no coke

My friends are into hip hop
But I am into folk!

I'm into folk, I'm into folk
I told it to my friends
but they thought it was a joke
I'm into folk, I'm into folk
My friends are into hip hop
But I am into folk

I'm practisin' the fiddle
I'm practisin' the flute
It only takes a banjo
To get me in the mood
You can tell my taste in music
By the giant pipes I smoke

My friends are into hip hop
But I am into folk

I'm into folk, I'm into folk
I told it to my friends
but they thought it was a joke
I'm into folk, I'm into folk
My friends are into hip hop
But I am into folk
My friends are into hip hop
But I... am ... in ... to ...

Hot summer ...





Summer

Overall Meaning

The song "I'm Into Folk" by Bart Peeters & De Radio's explores the singer's love for traditional folk music and his rejection of popular music trends like hip hop. The song opens with the singer describing his possessions, including a home computer and floppy disks, but it is quickly revealed that his true passion lies in listening and playing folk music. He proudly proclaims his love for the "real thing" and his desire to distance himself from the drug culture associated with hip hop. He confidently declares that he can be found listening to folk music in country and town settings, as well as in pubs where he may indulge in some drinking. The singer contrasts himself from his friends, who are into hip hop, by stating his preference for playing instruments including the fiddle, flute, and banjo. The song repeats the catchy refrain "I'm into folk" to emphasize the singer's love and commitment to the genre.


The overall message of the song is about staying true to oneself, even when it means going against the crowd. The singer's insistence on sticking to folk music, despite the disapproval of his friends, demonstrates his confidence and belief in his own tastes. The song also highlights the sense of community that can be found in shared interests and hobbies, as the singer notes the places where he has encountered folk music. The mention of "giant pipes" in the final stanza also suggests that folk music is an integral part of the singer's identity and lifestyle.


Line by Line Meaning

I got a home computer
I own a personal computer at home


I got lots of floppy disks
I have many floppy disks


But as for my taste in music
When it comes to my preference for music


I won't take many risks
I am not willing to experiment much


I only like the real thing
I appreciate authentic music


'Cause I'm a healthy bloke
Because I am a robust individual


My friends are into hip hop
My acquaintances enjoy hip hop music


But I am into folk
But I am fond of folk music


So i go...
Therefore, I venture


I hear it in the country
I listen to it in rural areas


I hear it in the town
I listen to it in urban areas


I hear it in the pubs,
I listen to it in bars


where I drink until I drown
where I drink until I am inebriated


Don't wanna take no drugs:
I do not want to take any drugs


No pills, no shit, no coke
No pills, drugs or cocaine


I'm into folk, I'm into folk
I prefer folk music


I told it to my friends
I shared it with my companions


but they thought it was a joke
but they considered it a jest


I'm practisin' the fiddle
I am practicing playing the fiddle


I'm practisin' the flute
I am practicing playing the flute


It only takes a banjo
Playing the banjo is enough


To get me in the mood
To put me in a cheerful state


You can tell my taste in music
You can infer my musical preferences


By the giant pipes I smoke
From the fact that I smoke large pipes


My friends are into hip hop
My companions are fond of hip hop music


But I am into folk
But I am passionate about folk music


My friends are into hip hop
My acquaintances enjoy hip hop music


But I... am ... in ... to ...
But I am really into...


Hot summer ...
It is a hot summer season




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@AsheramK

My girlfriend linked me this and now I've got this on a loop, clapping along and grinning.
I can so relate to this.

@sylviederoo733

Makes me laugh and feel good!😁

@jillbeullens484

Shit ik kan hier zo los op gaan!!😂😂💕

@TheMatrixcube

Jill Beullens

Haha hetzelvde hier 😬😂😂😂

@gmercury

I love those fake Irish accent... it makes me laugh! And the song is really cute!

@joa7999

Hahaha he is actually belgian

@boektcity

scottish

@gamehero7583

Geweldig liedje ik vindt het super goed

@puntypunty8847

auch

@allahdoesnotexist3823

Ik vind*

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