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
Under A Clear Blue Sky
Beatsteaks Lyrics
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They may have been cheating before
You think there is nothing in store
You got time on your hands, but what for?
The shields will come off after dark
For troubled souls and broken hearts
Stand naked before the crowd
No mountain high enough
No matter what will come
I'm gonna cheer you up
Under a clear blue sky
No mountain high enough
No matter what will come
I'm gonna cheer you up
If old songs ain't soothing no more
They may have been cheating before
You think all that love's out the door
You got time on your hands, but what for?
The shields will come off after dark
For troubled souls and broken hearts
And all that you wanted to know
Under a clear blue sky
No mountain high enough
No matter what will come
I'm gonna cheer you up
Under a clear blue sky
No mountain high enough
No matter what will come
We're gonna rise
The opening lyrics of Beatsteaks' song "Under A Clear Blue Sky" convey a sense of disillusionment and weariness with one's social circle and ways of finding comfort. The suggestion is that old friends and songs have lost their ability to console or provide solace, and that one may feel adrift, with time on their hands but no clear purpose or direction. Yet, the song quickly takes on a more uplifting tone, with the promise that "the shields will come off after dark/ for troubled souls and broken hearts", indicating that sometimes it is only when we are at our most exposed and vulnerable that we can find the support and connection we need. There is an emphasis on the transformative and healing power of being open and honest, and the acknowledgement that many people carry deep pain and struggle in their lives.
The infectious chorus repeats the phrase "under a clear blue sky", which becomes a symbol of hope and renewal, a reminder that there is beauty in the world that can be appreciated even in difficult times. The lines "no mountain high enough" and "no matter what will come" give a sense of strength and perseverance, suggesting that even in the face of adversity, we can find a way to rise above it. The song overall speaks to the complexities of human connection, and the ways in which we must be adaptable and open-minded to find meaning and connection in our lives.
Line by Line Meaning
If old friends ain't soothing no more
If the people you used to hang out with don't make you feel comfortable anymore
They may have been cheating before
Those friends might have betrayed you before
You think there is nothing in store
You feel like there's nothing worth looking forward to or expecting
You got time on your hands, but what for?
You may have free time, but you don't know how to use it in a fulfilling way
The shields will come off after dark
People tend to let their guard down and show their true selves in the evening
For troubled souls and broken hearts
Those who are struggling emotionally will reveal their struggles
Stand naked before the crowd
People will become vulnerable and reveal their true selves to others
Under a clear blue sky
Even though there may not be any obvious reason to be happy, the sky is clear and bright
No mountain high enough
No obstacles will be too big to overcome
No matter what will come
No matter what challenges you may face
I'm gonna cheer you up
I will be there to help you feel better and lift your spirits
If old songs ain't soothing no more
If familiar music doesn't bring you comfort anymore
They may have been cheating before
Those songs might have been disingenuous or not genuine expressions of emotions
You think all that love's out the door
You feel like all love and affection has left your life
And all that you wanted to know
All the questions and uncertainties you had
We're gonna rise
We will overcome and come out stronger on the other side
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: ARNIM TEUTOBURG WEISS, BERND KURTZKE, PETER BAUMANN DUESE, THOMAS GOETZ, TORSTEN FLUPPI SCHOLZ
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Uschan Delucca
powerful solo parts. so moving
Anne Andersson
die sind so nice
Holzkopf99
Anne Andersson Oh ja
Der_Benjo
Same feelings like 10 years ago
Zeit Genosse
Peter singt. (:
carmilla
Hi you all