Singing in euskera (basque language), Berri Txarrak has become one of the best rock bands within the Spanish State's panorama. Their last two albums, called "Libre©" and "Jaio. Musika. Hil" were praised as best 'Spanish' (here meaning produced in Spain, but not in Spanish language) rock/hardcore albums in 2003 and 2005 by such important magazines as Rock Sound (now Rockzone) or Mondosonoro. "Libre©" featured a guest appearence by Rise Against singer Tim Mc Ilrath.
Berri Txarrak love highly emotive, fresh and energetic songs with clever poethic lyrics not refusing to claim against every kind of injustice around and pro freedom of speech and thought. They have already toured through Germany, USA, UK, Denmark, Spain, Switzerland, Ireland, Nicaragua, Mexico, Catalunya, Taiwan, Japan...
In late 2007, Berri Txarrak released "Zertarako Amestu" (Dream for what?), a documentary on the band's philosophy, tour-diary and recording process in black and white. The DVD also includes a special live show by the band in Gernika (Basque Country). This documentary won the Best Video of the Year Gaztea Award in 2008.
In 2009, they signed up with the label Roadrunner Records and released they last album, Payola, recorded by Steve Albini at the Electrical Audio Studios in Chicago and featuring Tim McIlrath.
In January 2011, Berri Txarrak was nominated for the 10th Annual Independent Music Awards for Best Punk Song for their song "Folklore."
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Isiltzen banaiz
Berri Txarrak Lyrics
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Orbain forma hartu duen irribarrez
Baina etorri egin zara hala ere
Ta isiltzen banaiz ez da hitzik ez dudalako
Momentu asko hautsi ditut dagoenerako
Horitu zitzaizkigun ilusioak
Gaur eskuminak eman zorionari
Ta isiltzen banaiz ez da hitzik ez dudalako
Momentu asko hautsi ditut dagoenerako
Ez dago miraririk, badakizu
Bizitzea besterik, badakigu
Ta urruti zaude
Ta mila hitz asmatu ditut damuaren antzekoak
Ta mila begirada triste zurearen antzekoak
The lyrics of Berri Txarrak's "Isiltzen Banaiz" are about personal struggles and how the singer copes with them. The first verse talks about how everyone has wounds and scars, and how the singer has learned to smile through them. However, the second line hints at someone coming into their life who has caused pain despite their attempt to keep a positive outlook.
The chorus repeats the phrase "Ta isiltzen banaiz ez da hitzik ez dudalako," which translates to "if I stay silent, it's because I have nothing to say." The singer states they have had many moments of silence due to the struggles they've faced, indicating that sometimes words aren't enough to express the pain they feel.
The second verse references illusions and unsent letters, possibly referring to dreams that did not come true or unfinished business. The singer then acknowledges that they have given themselves over to happiness, but it's clear they still struggle with moments of silence due to their past experiences.
Line by Line Meaning
Antzeko zauriekin hemen gaude
We are here with similar wounds
Orbain forma hartu duen irribarrez
With a smile that masks the pain
Baina etorri egin zara hala ere
But you still came anyway
Ta isiltzen banaiz ez da hitzik ez dudalako
If I stay silent, it's because I have nothing to say
Momentu asko hautsi ditut dagoenerako
I've lost a lot of moments because of this
Horitu zitzaizkigun ilusioak
The illusions we had are shattered
ta bidali gabeko eskutitzak
And the unsent letters
Gaur eskuminak eman zorionari
Today, give the right to happiness
Ez dago miraririk, badakizu
There's no need for words, you know
Bizitzea besterik, badakigu
We only know to live
Ta urruti zaude
And you are far away
Ta mila hitz asmatu ditut damuaren antzekoak
I've come up with a thousand words similar to my blood
Ta mila begirada triste zurearen antzekoak
And a thousand sad looks similar to yours
Contributed by Grace R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.