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
Hello There
Beatsteaks Lyrics
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Hello there, ladies and gents, are you ready to rock?
Are you ready or not?
Hello there, ladies and gentlemen.
Hello there ladies and gents, are you ready to rock?
Are you ready or not?
Would you like to do a number with me?
Would you like to?
Would you like to?
Would like to do a number with me?
Hello there, ladies and gentlemen.
Hello there, ladies and gents, are you ready to rock?
Are you ready or not?
Hello there, ladies and gentlemen.
Hello there ladies and gents, are you ready to rock?
Are you ready or not?
Would you like to do a number with me?
Would you like to do a number with me?
Would you like to?
Would you like to?
Would like to do a number with me?
The song "Hello There" by Beatsteaks is a high energy rock song that has a simple and repetitive structure. With the lyrics "Hello there ladies and gentlemen, are you ready to rock?" being repeated multiple times, the song feels like it is gearing up for an exciting performance. The question "are you ready or not?" is thrown in to ensure the crowd is fully engaged and excited to be there.
Additionally, the lyrics ask "Would you like to do a number with me?" several times, seemingly inviting the audience to join in and participate in the show. This line can be interpreted as either a call and response for the audience to sing along or a literal invitation for someone to come up and perform with the band.
Line by Line Meaning
Hello there, ladies and gentlemen.
Greetings to all of you in attendance, both male and female.
Hello there ladies and gents, are you ready to rock?
Hello there, gentlemen and ladies. Are you prepared to enjoy rock music to the fullest?
Are you ready or not?
Please indicate if you are prepared for the rock experience or not.
Would you like to do a number with me?
Are you interested in collaborating with me on a musical piece?
Would you like to do a number with me?
Would you be willing to participate with me on stage?
Would you like to?
Are you agreeable to this proposal?
Would you like to?
Is this an opportunity that you find appealing?
Would like to do a number with me?
Would it be to your satisfaction to perform together on a musical composition?
Hello there, ladies and gentlemen.
Greetings to all present, both male and female.
Hello there ladies and gents, are you ready to rock?
Hello there, ladies and gentlemen. Are you fully prepared to indulge in this rock music experience?
Are you ready or not?
Please indicate whether or not you're ready to enjoy rock music to the fullest.
Hello there, ladies and gentlemen.
Greetings to all of our guests, both male and female.
Hello there ladies and gents, are you ready to rock?
Ladies and gentlemen, are you ready to thoroughly enjoy a rock music performance?
Are you ready or not?
Please let us know if you are fully prepared for this rock music experience or not.
Would you like to do a number with me?
Are you interested in joining me in a musical presentation?
Would you like to do a number with me?
Would you be willing to collaborate with me on stage?
Would you like to?
Do you find this musical opportunity appealing?
Would you like to?
Is this something that you would like to be a part of?
Would like to do a number with me?
Would it be agreeable to perform together on stage in a musical piece?
Contributed by Juliana R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.