After the release of their first album 48/49 (1996) Steffi left the band and was replaced by Thomas Götz.
Ali left the band after they released their second album Launched (1999) and so Torsten Scholz became the new bass player.
Their first album was released on "XNO", an Indie label from berlin. "Launched" and Living Targets (2002), were both released on "Epitaph". Since their fourth album Smacksmash (2004) they are signed by the major label "Warner". In 2006 they released their first DVD, "B-Seite", and their new album ".limbo messiah" was released in March 2007.
Furhtermore, they released a Demo CD in 1995, the very rare 7'' vinyl "Knaack EP" (1997) and the limited "Wohnzimmer EP" (2002).
While their first two albums were influenced by punk rock, the roots of the later records lie within the rock/alternative genre
With the release of their song "Let Me In" from the album "Living Targets" they became famous in the national and international rock scene. With their album "Smacksmash" and it's singles "Hand in Hand", "I don't care as long as you sing" and "Hello Joe" but also with their new album-tracks, "Cut off the top", "Jane became insane" and "She was great" they entered the german charts and got their national breakthrough.
Drummer Thomas Götz is also involved in a project, called "NinaMarie", with "Torben" from the german Punk Band "Turbostaat"
Their sixth album entitled " Boombox" released January 28th 2011 and it's three singles, "Milk & Honey", Cheap Comments", and "Automatic". Their self titled album Beatsteaks released 2014 and three years laters YOURS was published.
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1997: 48/49
2000: Launched
2002: Living Targets
2004: Smack Smash
2007: Limbo Messiah
2011: Boombox
2014: Beatsteaks
2017: YOURS
Big Attack
Beatsteaks Lyrics
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Hello there Ladies and Gentleman
Hello there Ladies and Gentleman
Want to join me down your roads
On the interstate where they say it's safe no more
It's gonna come down on you anyway
So pick up the brand new sound
Or stick to your guns
Are we going separate ways
It's gonna hit one day
And I guess that they know nothing at all
Under a big attack
Living under a big attack
I watch you lying and cheating
Misleading the weak
And you put on a hell of a show
You spit on the poor
Keep them from your doors
Let them suffer and fuck them once more
I will travel this world
Which is out of control
I can sense it wherever I go, oh, oh
Who's gonna sing a lullaby
For the under twenty-one
Who's gonna get his share or maybe more
It's gonna come down on you anyway
So pick up a brand new sound
I've been trying hard but I just can't get along
Are we going separate ways
It's gonna hit one day
And I guess that they know nothing
They know nothing, they know nothing at all
Under a big attack
Oh, hello there Ladies and Gentleman
Hello there Ladies and Gentleman
The lyrics to Beatsteaks' "Big Attack" reflect a sense of frustration with society and the status quo. The repeated greeting of "Hello, hello, hello, hello" is juxtaposed with the lyrics that follow, which express disappointment and disillusionment with the world. The verses mention the dangers of the interstate, the fear of being attacked, and the need to choose between the old and the new ways of doing things. The chorus refers to living under a "big attack," which could be interpreted as anything from a physical threat to a metaphorical sense of being overwhelmed by the problems of the world.
The second verse points out the injustices and hypocrisy of those in power, who put on a show of compassion while ignoring the needs of the less fortunate. The singer of the song vows to keep traveling and facing the world's problems head-on, even though they are out of control. The bridge is a call to action, asking who will stand up for the younger generation and those who are marginalized. The song ends with another greeting of "Hello there Ladies and Gentleman," but the repeated hello seems to take on a more sardonic tone, reflecting the anger and frustration expressed in the rest of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
(Hello, hello, hello, hello)
The song begins with a greeting to the audience.
Want to join me down your roads
The singer invites the listener to follow him on a journey.
On the interstate where they say it's safe no more
The journey will take place in a world that is no longer safe.
It's gonna come down on you anyway
The danger will affect everyone, regardless of their actions.
So pick up the brand new sound
The singer suggests that adaptability is key to survival.
Or stick to your guns
Alternatively, the listener can stay true to themselves and their beliefs.
And scare me everyday
However, the singer admits that this choice may cause fear or harm.
Are we going separate ways
The singer wonders if he and the listener are heading in different directions, both literally and figuratively.
It's gonna hit one day
Regardless of their paths, the danger will still come for them both.
And I guess that they know nothing at all
The singer expresses skepticism towards authority figures or those who claim to have all the answers.
Under a big attack
The phrase is repeated as a reminder of the overarching danger they face.
I watch you lying and cheating
The singer observes the corrupt actions of others.
Misleading the weak
These actions target those who are vulnerable or powerless.
And you put on a hell of a show
The dishonesty is performed or presented in an entertaining or convincing way.
You spit on the poor
The corrupt actively harm those who are impoverished or suffering.
Keep them from your doors
The corrupt seek to distance themselves from those whom they are harming.
Let them suffer and fuck them once more
The singer expresses anger and frustration towards those who are apathetic or cruel towards the suffering of others.
I will travel this world
Despite the danger and corruption, the singer will continue to experience and explore the world.
Which is out of control
However, it is acknowledged that the world is currently chaotic and unstable.
I can sense it wherever I go, oh, oh
The singer is attuned to the danger and corruption, sensing it no matter where he travels.
Who's gonna sing a lullaby
The singer questions who will provide comfort or soothing in the midst of the danger.
For the under twenty-one
The youth are seen as particularly vulnerable or in need of guidance and protection.
Who's gonna get his share or maybe more
However, in the midst of the corruption, the singer also questions which groups will benefit or exploit the situation for their own gain.
I've been trying hard but I just can't get along
The singer admits that despite his efforts, he is struggling to reconcile the current state of the world with his own values or goals.
They know nothing, they know nothing at all
The phrase is repeated as a reminder of the perceived ignorance or incompetence of authority figures.
Under a big attack
The song concludes with a repetition of the phrase, emphasizing the overarching danger and chaos of the world.
Oh, hello there Ladies and Gentleman
Finally, the song ends with another greeting to the audience.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Bernd Kurtzke, Thomas Goetz, Peter Baumann Duese, Torsten Fluppi Scholz, Arnim Teutoburg-Weiss
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